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jdeereanton
Site Admin
Number of posts: 1039
Age: 53
Location: Huntsville, AL
Points: 1649
Registration date: 2008-12-24
 |  Subject: Tethers for GPS Units  Sat May 09, 2009 5:36 am | |
| What methods do those of you with GPS units - How do you secure the unit to the bike?
I know all about the RAM mounts and the manufacturer mount systems, but am curious about any extra ordinary efforts that people have used or are considering to provide just a little more security and piece of mind.
What have you done beyond the mount system to tether or secure the unit to the bike? Photos if available please. _________________ Dale Huntsville, AL 2 x 2005 - Hers & HisBoots, socks, underwear, pants, t-shirt, jacket, gloves, & helmet. http://www.youtube.com/user/jdeereantonPlease vote for me to become the emperor of permissible thought and opinion. My campaign slogan: "Think Like Me OR ELSE" |
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Cornishman
Maxi-Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 181
Age: 56
Location: Wiltshire UK
Points: 723
Registration date: 2009-04-04
| | Subject: Re: Tethers for GPS Units Sat May 09, 2009 6:24 am | |
| I used epoxy resin to glue a small metal tab on the back. Then I got a lanyard from a mobile phone or digital camera and attach the loop end around a mirror stem and the fastening end to the metal tab.
A friend's GPS has an eye alredy on the GPS for this purpose - a Navman I think. |
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mr fish
Super Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 265
Location: uk
Points: 861
Registration date: 2009-03-23
| | Subject: Re: Tethers for GPS Units Sat May 09, 2009 12:37 pm | |
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Opalsboy
Silver Wing Expert
Number of posts: 550
Age: 66
Location: Rison, Arkansas
Points: 1197
Registration date: 2009-01-10
| | Subject: Givi Mount Sat May 09, 2009 12:54 pm | |
| Apparently this item is not available in US. Vender noted they do not ship outside the UK. Looks good though. Someone will pick it up here someday. I still am happy with the system Dennis has designed for the Silverwing.
Gary _________________ Gary If you are looking for an option to prolong your riding opportunities. Go to the trinitytrike.com site at http://tinyurl.com/256nn25 (Open in new window) for options and information. |
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skiwoods
Maxi-Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 150
Age: 49
Location: NW Suburbs of Chicago
Points: 736
Registration date: 2008-12-29
| | Subject: Re: Tethers for GPS Units Sat May 09, 2009 2:35 pm | |
| Gary, I agree with you. That's a nice product from Givi. However, I am very pleased with DennisB's GPS mount. |
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dspevack
Silver Wing Rider
Number of posts: 439
Age: 45
Location: Miami, FL
Points: 1116
Registration date: 2008-12-27
| | Subject: Re: Tethers for GPS Units Sat May 09, 2009 2:59 pm | |
| It seems to me that the standard system for locking down hardware in offices (thin steel cable on a special mount) can be adapted if necessary.
I think the best one though is the mount cradles that with the flip of a lever or similar, allow you to disconnect it and put it in your pocket or seat. Those are made for individual GPS units from the various manufacturers.
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tankyuong
Super Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 243
Age: 35
Location: Missouri
Points: 806
Registration date: 2009-07-12
| | Subject: Re: Tethers for GPS Units Wed Jul 22, 2009 8:54 pm | |
| I use a small zip tie that I tie from back to front center of the gps, when i remove it I simply loosen the suction cup, and slide it out. |
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Miro
Maxi-Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 101
Age: 42
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Points: 562
Registration date: 2009-06-08
| | Subject: Re: Tethers for GPS Units Thu Jul 23, 2009 2:53 pm | |
| | Opalsboy wrote: | Apparently this item is not available in US. Vender noted they do not ship outside the UK. Looks good though. Someone will pick it up here someday. I still am happy with the system Dennis has designed for the Silverwing.
Gary |
It is available in US.
http://www.scootertrap.com/SilverWing600.htm
...scroll down...
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