GPS Locking mounts

[Manch]

Considering getting the TT locking mount (2610) which looks like a nicely engineered piece of kit. Has anybody got anything to comment about them before I part with the hard earned?
Are there any (lockable ) alternatives?
Finally I was intending to mount it central on the handlebars, having looked at the alternatives ( above the clocks etc )
, anyone got any comments on this (for a 1200) before I commit? All help gratefully accepted and appreciated.

 

[MikeO]

The Touratech mount has a clamp which its across the top of the 2610 - exactly where the (internal) aerial is. Some users have reported poor satellite reception - there may be a connection here. I'd budget for buying a remote aerial as well if I was going to buy a TT mount.

Mike

 

[shready]

I've got the TT mount on my 2610 and I've never had a problem with reception.

An external aerial is pretty cheap though, there are loads of threads on here about them with links to a guy on EBAY who does short lead ones, ideal for bikes.

The TT mount is very well made, however, I wouldn't leave it unattended even with the lock for long as you only have to undoo the mounting bolts to nick the whole lot.

OK if your just paying for fuel of dashing for a splash but that's about all.

 

[BTBR]

I would agree the TT mount is very well made, but as for how secure it "really" is...well thats another issue.

As has already been said, its ok for leaving it while paying for fuel but I would still keep a watchful eye on it in the process.

I have one for my SPIII and I would suspect that it would be quite easy to nick it without to much hassle just by bending the base plate and unhooking the two little tabs.

BTBR

 

[ralphy]

Ditto BTBR
my locking SPIII would only secure against a half-hearted attempt; you could force the unit out of the mount with your hands if you were determined.

 

[Manch]

Thanks for the help guys. I guess if you want any sort of lock then it's the TT item. Fine for nipping in to pay for fuel I guess but I was never intending to leave it parked up.
Only the struggle of dealing with TT to overcome now then.

 

[shready]

I didn't find TT too bad to deal with.

My order took a while to arrive but I had no real hassle.

Hey I just noticed that you are in Surrey.

Have you given South London Motorcycles a call?

They are based in Caterham, Surrey and they often have TT stock in the shop. Give Darren a call, they may just have what you need.

They do not mark up either so you save on postage.

 

[markie_wales]

And there's one on e-bay at the moment. Usual "I'm not connected with the ad" applies.

Cheers

Mark

 

[cookie]

i've got a 2610 in a locking TT MvG anti vibe mount on a RAM arm. wherever i position it, it blocks something on the dash, but it's a better solution than anything else i've seen.

being on a RAM mount is dead handy for positioning, but means it's one thumbscrew to remove, so security is even worse than std. i'd not leave it where i couldn't see it.

it definitely does restrict signal a bit, i've tested it, but it works most of the time. i've now bought a remote antenna anyway.

 

[RAM-man]

The issue of security has been discussed in previous threads.

I accept there are those forum members who wish to lock and secure by key.

Yes you can 'mod' the RAM arm mount with a dome nut and cap socket screw to make it 'tamperproof'.

My own view is that its still too tempting for any opportunist thief to 'nick' regardless of how secure the cradle is. I maintain a view that even parking up for P** break or fuel, you never leave it to temptation and remove it - cos its safer in your pocket than theirs.

RAM-man

 

[Joe]

tt

personally, I thought the locking system was a bit weak and tacky, other wise very good. Value for money 6 out of 10.

Joe

 

[Greg Masters]

The 2610 does work with the TT mount, but it works much better with a remote aerial.

The case is easily demonstrated simply by plugging/unplugging the aerial if you have one, and watching the satellite reception change.

Greg

 

[cookie]

The 2610 does work with the TT mount, but it works much better with a remote aerial.

The case is easily demonstrated simply by plugging/unplugging the aerial if you have one, and watching the satellite reception change.

Greg

definitely