BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

Hi guys

got my new RT (LE - 2016 plate). I want to get a video cam and thinking of mounting that on the bike rather than helmet. Any good recommendations for where and how?

Also, if you have any recommendations for a good camera let me know. Go pro obvious but I know there are probably plenty of good (cheaper) alternatives out there that do just as good a job.

cheers

John

Something like this although note that if you move the screen while riding you will alter the camera angle 

looks good but as you say, angle of camera will change. I tend to change position of the screen quite frequently as I ride so don't think that will work, but cheers for the idea and link

Benchmark wrote: Something like this although note that if you move the screen while riding you will alter the camera angle 

I have a similar system mounted on the screen of my RT LC. Moving the screen  makes very little difference to the angle of the shot. It actually only moves by a couple of inches which is probably within the range of movement of the suspension under normal operation.
Works for me.

MacJ wrote: I have a similar system mounted on the screen of my RT LC. Moving the screen  makes very little difference to the angle of the shot. It actually only moves by a couple of inches which is probably within the range of movement of the suspension under normal operation.
Works for me.

Oh ok, maybe it's worth a shot then, thanks for that. Certainly it seems like a great position for good footage!
Any camera thoughts??

I use the self adhesive Drift mount directly under the headlight, it works for me and virtually vibration free.  I also have a mount on the side of my helmet.  The Drift cameras are low profile when compared to a GoPro.

Search for sofnolime on YouTube to see some of the results...

I use the same mount as Benchmark (see picture) with a sony AZ1VR Action Cam Mini.
Advantage of the sony: you can attach the remote controle to the handlebar. That way you can start/stop recording without dismounting the bike.

This is my Soocoo on a mount I made up for it

You could try an SJ4000 from eBay.

Looks like a GoPro and is nearly as good according to reviews.

..... but a lot cheaper.

sofnolime wrote: I use the self adhesive Drift mount directly under the headlight, it works for me and virtually vibration free.  I also have a mount on the side of my helmet.  The Drift cameras are low profile when compared to a GoPro.

Search for sofnolime on YouTube to see some of the results...

Here it is under the headlight of the bike:

Re: Good place to mount video cam?

stayingupright wrote: You could try an SJ4000 from eBay.
Looks like a GoPro and is nearly as good according to reviews.
..... but a lot cheaper.

Highly recommended for a great value cam that can also use genuine go-pro and ram mounts.
I have been using mine for 18 months now with no issues and use the footage as feedback when I'm teaching/testing other riders.
They come in at around £50 with all the accessories.just make sure you get a genuine SJCam. The Chinese are now copying there own products!

excellent guys, many t6hanks for all the advice and tips

fatnfast wrote: Highly recommended for a great value cam that can also use genuine go-pro and ram mounts.
I have been using mine for 18 months now with no issues and use the footage as feedback when I'm teaching/testing other riders.
They come in at around £50 with all the accessories.just make sure you get a genuine SJCam. The Chinese are now copying there own products!

I've seen some made by Qumox and then an SJCam (which says it's the original), and Tailcas. Any ideas what the 'genuine' article will be called as opposed to the copies?

Sam De Rycke wrote: I use the same mount as Benchmark (see picture) with a sony AZ1VR Action Cam Mini.
Advantage of the sony: you can attach the remote controle to the handlebar. That way you can start/stop recording without dismounting the bike.

I've been looking at this and it looks like a good option especially with the remote. It means you can be more selective rather than as you say, getting on/off the bike, or just constantly filming then having to sift through hours of material.
Is it easy to fit to the mount you have for the bottom of your screen?
Also, do you agree that the angle doesn't change that much with the movement of the screen?  I'm conmcerned about that as I do tend to move the screen around a lot on the fly.
cheers
John

sofnolime wrote: I use the self adhesive Drift mount directly under the headlight, it works for me and virtually vibration free.  I also have a mount on the side of my helmet.  The Drift cameras are low profile when compared to a GoPro.

Search for sofnolime on YouTube to see some of the results...

sorry, I'm not fully tech'ed up. What does low profile mean in relation to the footage?