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Took me 40 minutes this morning to fit the new mount so not difficult at all. My bike has a 25mm bar riser kit fitted so I did encounter fouling from the clutch master cylinder cover but was able to rotate the lever down a bit and it is no longer a problem.
Very pleased with the product and the service. Delivery was prompt.

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Looking forward to seeing how it looks on the ride out tomorrow. 👍

That position is so much better than the OEM solution, what were BMW thinking?

You know, looking at that picture has me thinking I need one of those. Looking at the GPS in the stock position really isn't that safe, is it? I can't tell from the picture. Once the GPS mount isn't on top of the bars, do you replace the four bolts holding the bars in place with socket head cap screws?

You are not left with anything looking half finished. The kit comes complete with all you need for a tidy finish. Highly recommended especially on the 1200RS which is commonly criticised for a speedo that is hard to read - You can get your speed read out on the Nav V/VI and keep your licence!

Chris

Replacement cap head hex screws are supplied in the package from Moto-Mate but I will not be able to use them as I have a 25mm bar riser kit installed so will need longer fasteners for the handlebar clamp.
Wunderlich do sell the 4 fasteners I will be replacing which have a thread tapped in them to allow for the fitting of the factory nav mount L brackets. However they do not seem to supply the torx cap head at +25mm so will likely get what I need from Westfield fasteners.

Zitat von Davidnapo im Beitrag #3

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You know, looking at that picture has me thinking I need one of those. Looking at the GPS in the stock position really isn't that safe, is it? I can't tell from the picture. Once the GPS mount isn't on top of the bars, do you replace the four bolts holding the bars in place with socket head cap screws?

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I should probably replace both tires first but I can see how it would be really handy to be able to read the GPS without feeling like you're looking in your lap.

I will be able to tell you tomorrow how it works out on the road but I am expecting a significant improvement over the factory mount. It quite beggars belief that BMW thought that location for a screen was adequate.
It's really quite dangerous to have to look down that far. At least it is something that can be easily remedied now with after market parts.

I’m the odd one out.

With a simple 2” jack up bracket on the OEM mount.

My old banger doesn’t have a Jog Wheel. I don’t listen to anything from my Nav6 or my phone. I don’t use a tank bag.

So the GPS route plan simply lives just below my digital Speed and Gear indicators on my Mode 2 dash.

What more does anyone need?

I don’t need an answer

I installed the Moto-mate mount a couple weeks ago. Should have done it a couple years ago.

I like the look of the moto mate. I have a similar one mounted in this position but is flimsy in comparison by the look of it. Don't know the brand. But I can't adjust the angle of easily without it fouling. My problem with it is the reflection of my head is visible on the screen. I'll be interested hear if you get this too.

Zitat von TedB im Beitrag #5

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Replacement cap head hex screws are supplied in the package from Moto-Mate but I will not be able to use them as I have a 25mm bar riser kit installed so will need longer fasteners for the handlebar clamp.
Wunderlich do sell the 4 fasteners I will be replacing which have a thread tapped in them to allow for the fitting of the factory nav mount L brackets. However they do not seem to supply the torx cap head at +25mm so will likely get what I need from Westfield fasteners.

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Zitat von L2RKE im Beitrag #10

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I like the look of the moto mate. I have a similar one mounted in this position but is flimsy in comparison by the look of it. Don't know the brand. But I can't adjust the angle of easily without it fouling. My problem with it is the reflection of my head is visible on the screen. I'll be interested hear if you get this too.

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Zitat von Boxerboy55 im Beitrag #8

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I don’t need an answer

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After yesterday's road test I can say that I am perfectly happy with the new mount. No issues with vibration or glare with a Navigator V although I didn't expect any as the V screen is quite good in that regard.
All it took was a glance down using eye movement only and I can clearly see the screen. No need to move my head down at all.
Now I am thinking about trying to adjust the angle of the screen of the dashboard itself as the new nav position has highlighted the poor angle the dash is positioned, at least in regards my riding position.
And the dash itself does have issues with glare so I am going to look into what is available to cure that issue.
I have also tried the Garmin smartphone link app but I could not get it to connect with the Nav V, has anybody tried this app and got it working?

Yes, I have the Smarlink app working with my Nav 6. Make sure the app is working on your phone (check weather, traffic, etc - some of which require in app purchases for all features). You also need to make sure it has all the appropriate permissions (on iPhone at least).

Also make sure your Nav 5 has latest updates using Garmin Express.

Then, on phone, if you've previously paired your Nav to phone, unpair it. Remove the phone pairing on GPS as well.

Once there's no pairings of either device on each device, put the GPS into discoverable mode on BT screen. Then pair to GPS from your phone, saying yes to the prompts, for maximum functionality.

This should link everything up.