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blackbird1100xx · 05-02-2008, 9:14 AM

I need suggestions on what kind of camera mount i should get for my 97xx.

i can tell all kinds of stories about the crazy stuff i've done and has been done to me while cruisin around and i would like to be able to go back and watch atleast some of it. I'm looking at getting a sony video camera and would like to know what kind of ...

Mounting Experience you guys have??..

Any suggestions are appreaciated.

BigbirdSA · 05-02-2008, 9:43 AM

|I use a tank camera mount on all of our long distance rides.
My camera is a Sony Handicam DCR-DVD608E. The results are great. The only problem is that the sound of a Bird engine at 7000 to 8000 for long periods of time on playback can be a bit defening. I haven't found out how to switch off sound on the camera, so just turn the sound down on the TV or computer.
The mount bolts onto the outer ring of the fuel filler cap on the XX which then gives a brilliant view of the speedo and the road. I have a smoked "double bubble" screen, and even this does not effect the quality of the recording at all.
A friend of mine sent me the mount from Germany where he lives. I can reccommend it to anyone.
See the following link: MotoCam - der Kamerahalter für Ihr Motorrad

blackbird1100xx · 05-02-2008, 9:51 AM

Do you know the model no of the mount... I would like to check it out.

I'm going to pick up a cam tonight and would like to put the order in for the mount asap. I've watched alot of youtube videos with tank cams and would love to put a couple up.

Thanks for the post

BigbirdSA · 05-02-2008, 9:55 AM

You might have missed this link MotoCam - der Kamerahalter für Ihr Motorrad
They make a mount specificaly for the Blackbird. Click on the english flag to see the site in english.

blackbird1100xx · 05-02-2008, 9:57 AM

... yeah... i'm glad i'm more observant on the road

gixxer11 · 05-02-2008, 10:49 AM

try these guys TwistedThrottle.com : Bags-Connection vibration-damped camera mount for SW-MOTECH Gascap Mounting System - TT.CAMLOCK.1 they have a great catalog and a lot of my buds use them and are happy with them I have not used their camera mount but they sell quality products hope this helps.....chris

X1rider · 05-04-2008, 6:41 AM

Just make sure you ditch the camera after you see the blue lights.
Evidence, don't you know.......

97Bird · 05-05-2008, 6:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by X1rider

Just make sure you ditch the camera after you see the blue lights.
Evidence, don't you know.......

That just happened in Oregon, last month I think. Dude gets nailed flying down I-5, cop notices that he has a camera aimed at his speedo. It gets siezed as evidence, police get search warrant and the view the tape that has him going 164 indicated

I guess he could say that the speedo is off, but by how much

blackbird1100xx · 05-07-2008, 7:44 AM

FRONT SPORTBIKECAM CAMERA MOUNT - HONDA - Motorcycle Parts, Motorcycle Service, Motorcycle Accessories, Motorcycle Clothing, and Free Shipping On Most Online Orders - Motorcycle Riders Inc

this is the mount i ordered... 89.00 with shipping.

ImNoSaint · 05-07-2008, 11:54 PM

I run the gamut on camera mounts on cars and bikes and use these guys to find what I need. The digital still was shot with the 4.5" mount found on that page. The six inch cups won't mount on the tank, but I triangulate them into a mount that will hold up to 150 lbs for an HD or 16mm camera.

IMG_4399.jpg

IMG_4469.jpg

DobleX · 05-08-2008, 7:52 AM

My friend FranXX and her homemade camera mount:

Creacion de un soporte casero para la camara de video. - Foros de Debate de Motos

Growler67 · 05-22-2008, 9:00 PM

A few of these on eBay right now: eBay Motors: Camera GPS Radar Mount Honda CBR1100XX CBR 1100XX 1100 (item 220236646215 end time May-25-08 15:20:31 PDT)

Eddie1968 · 05-22-2008, 11:52 PM

I use a RAM mounting system from my handlebar. I have a RAM ball with a 45 degree base with a 9mm hole that is bolted onto the right clip-on (there is plenty of thread left on the bolt to still fully grip the clip-on). I use a 3" arm and 2.5" round base with a ball attached to the underside of the camera. I find it works really well.

I can't get the speedo into frame (which is probably a good thing - no incrimination) and it looks over the top of my tacho through the double bubble screen. I have a smoked tint screen and you cannot notice it. As far as stability goes, as long as I don't try and mount it too high, the picture is very stable. I am looking at getting a 1.75" arm that would possibly remove any instability issues.

BigBirdSA - to cut down on wind/engine noise, I use a small bit of electrical tape over the microphone (I have a very basic JVC digital camera). This still allows some of the engine and exhaust noise through, without being too over the top.

My two cents worth - I hope it helps...

Cheers,

Eddie.

Stinger1100 · 05-31-2008, 3:31 PM

RAM Mounts are the way to go. I bought one for my cam and it works great.

bullet · 06-18-2008, 9:49 AM

if you don.t wanna mess with camcorders and prefer the lightweight stuff have a look at this also.....

X-Sportscam

pwrman · 06-18-2008, 10:49 AM

Take a look at TechMount TECHMOUNT - Home they have a package that replaces the center tripple tree bolt and mounts there. Saw them at the indy show this spring. really nice stuff, and more secure than the Ram mounts.

Growler67 · 06-20-2008, 4:25 AM

Found this just a little while ago: 2003 Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird Powerstands Mantis Stealth Mounting System at Cheap Cycle Parts

CanadianBird · 06-23-2008, 8:04 AM

I have my 9500i stem mounted from Techmount. Perfect.

Splat · 08-29-2008, 2:09 PM

this camera is absolutely awesome http://http://www.goprocamera.com/ and cheap does over 2 hours and is water proof to 100ft. cost around $100 to $200 u.s.a. depending where you buy it

CanadianBird · 10-28-2008, 8:18 PM

If it costs $100 American it cost me nearly $130. No more buying on line for awhile. But, I'd like a helmet cam. The site didn't open for me.

ladyninja · 12-06-2008, 3:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Growler67

A few of these on eBay right now: eBay Motors: Camera GPS Radar Mount Honda CBR1100XX CBR 1100XX 1100 (item 220236646215 end time May-25-08 15:20:31 PDT)

I purchased the above camera mount and it works great! Its secure and doesn't get in the way... here is a link for it:

eBay Motors: Camera GPS Radar Mount Honda CBR1100XX CBR 1100XX 1100 (item 220323104883 end time Dec-09-08 14:04:44 PST)

I have included a pic also: Good luck in finding what you need! By the way its about $35 dollars to buy it now and approx. $10 to ship

BanzaiBirdman · 12-12-2008, 8:00 PM

Mate, check out this website:
Helmet Camera Central

Approved by Wayne (I'll put my name to anything) Gardner........so they must be good. HAHAHA

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05-02-2008, 9:43 AM	#2
BigbirdSA Join Date: May 02 2008 Location: White River, South Africa Age: 60 Posts: 33	Re: Tank Camera and Mount \|I use a tank camera mount on all of our long distance rides. My camera is a Sony Handicam DCR-DVD608E. The results are great. The only problem is that the sound of a Bird engine at 7000 to 8000 for long periods of time on playback can be a bit defening. I haven't found out how to switch off sound on the camera, so just turn the sound down on the TV or computer. The mount bolts onto the outer ring of the fuel filler cap on the XX which then gives a brilliant view of the speedo and the road. I have a smoked "double bubble" screen, and even this does not effect the quality of the recording at all. A friend of mine sent me the mount from Germany where he lives. I can reccommend it to anyone. See the following link: MotoCam - der Kamerahalter für Ihr Motorrad Last edited by BigbirdSA; 05-02-2008 at 9:50 AM.

05-02-2008, 9:51 AM	#3
blackbird1100xx 97"blackbird1100xx Join Date: Apr 24 2008 Location: ohio Age: 26 Posts: 44	Re: Tank Camera and Mount Do you know the model no of the mount... I would like to check it out. I'm going to pick up a cam tonight and would like to put the order in for the mount asap. I've watched alot of youtube videos with tank cams and would love to put a couple up. Thanks for the post

05-02-2008, 9:55 AM	#4
BigbirdSA Join Date: May 02 2008 Location: White River, South Africa Age: 60 Posts: 33	Re: Tank Camera and Mount You might have missed this link MotoCam - der Kamerahalter für Ihr Motorrad They make a mount specificaly for the Blackbird. Click on the english flag to see the site in english.

05-02-2008, 9:57 AM	#5
blackbird1100xx 97"blackbird1100xx Join Date: Apr 24 2008 Location: ohio Age: 26 Posts: 44	Re: Tank Camera and Mount ... yeah... i'm glad i'm more observant on the road

05-02-2008, 10:49 AM	#6
gixxer11 Join Date: Apr 19 2008 Location: new york Age: 48 Posts: 57	Re: Tank Camera and Mount try these guys TwistedThrottle.com : Bags-Connection vibration-damped camera mount for SW-MOTECH Gascap Mounting System - TT.CAMLOCK.1 they have a great catalog and a lot of my buds use them and are happy with them I have not used their camera mount but they sell quality products hope this helps.....chris __________________ "AS I SHIFTED INTO 6TH I CAN'T REMEMBER A THING SHE SAID" 1999 REDBIRD givi screen and air visor,genmar risers,corbin gunfighter and lady seat w/osb rest,fender eliminator kit,k&n air filter,black powdercoated wheels.

05-04-2008, 6:41 AM	#7
X1rider Carbon spewing infidel Join Date: Nov 24 2006 Location: Metro Atlanta GA. Age: 52 Posts: 1,878	Re: Tank Camera and Mount Just make sure you ditch the camera after you see the blue lights. Evidence, don't you know.......

05-07-2008, 11:54 PM	#10
ImNoSaint Carpe Angulara Join Date: Mar 09 2007 Location: St. George, Utah Posts: 180	Re: Tank Camera and Mount I run the gamut on camera mounts on cars and bikes and use these guys to find what I need. The digital still was shot with the 4.5" mount found on that page. The six inch cups won't mount on the tank, but I triangulate them into a mount that will hold up to 150 lbs for an HD or 16mm camera. IMG_4399.jpg IMG_4469.jpg __________________ Cornering Consciousness Tripping the Light Pacific

05-08-2008, 7:52 AM	#11
DobleX Join Date: Sep 22 2007 Location: Barcelona,Spain Age: 36 Posts: 33	Re: Tank Camera and Mount My friend FranXX and her homemade camera mount: Creacion de un soporte casero para la camara de video. - Foros de Debate de Motos

05-22-2008, 9:00 PM	#12
Growler67 Join Date: May 01 2008 Location: S. Puget Sound, WA Age: 44 Posts: 300	Re: Tank Camera and Mount A few of these on eBay right now: eBay Motors: Camera GPS Radar Mount Honda CBR1100XX CBR 1100XX 1100 (item 220236646215 end time May-25-08 15:20:31 PDT) __________________ "Just leave me some ammo, a little water...........and some chips if you have 'em" "Actually it's a buck and a quarter quarter-staff, but I'm not telling *HIM* that...........YOIKS and Away!!!!"

05-22-2008, 11:52 PM	#13
Eddie1968 Join Date: Jan 23 2007 Location: Australia Posts: 34	Re: Tank Camera and Mount I use a RAM mounting system from my handlebar. I have a RAM ball with a 45 degree base with a 9mm hole that is bolted onto the right clip-on (there is plenty of thread left on the bolt to still fully grip the clip-on). I use a 3" arm and 2.5" round base with a ball attached to the underside of the camera. I find it works really well. I can't get the speedo into frame (which is probably a good thing - no incrimination) and it looks over the top of my tacho through the double bubble screen. I have a smoked tint screen and you cannot notice it. As far as stability goes, as long as I don't try and mount it too high, the picture is very stable. I am looking at getting a 1.75" arm that would possibly remove any instability issues. BigBirdSA - to cut down on wind/engine noise, I use a small bit of electrical tape over the microphone (I have a very basic JVC digital camera). This still allows some of the engine and exhaust noise through, without being too over the top. My two cents worth - I hope it helps... Cheers, Eddie. __________________ "The greatest energy crisis today is a crisis of human energy to face and deal with the crises that face us." - Unknown Last edited by Eddie1968; 05-23-2008 at 12:00 AM.

05-31-2008, 3:31 PM	#14
Stinger1100 Join Date: Aug 01 2007 Location: Torrington, Ct. Posts: 103	Re: Tank Camera and Mount RAM Mounts are the way to go. I bought one for my cam and it works great. __________________ You never see a motorcycle parked out front of a shrinks office!

06-18-2008, 9:49 AM	#15
bullet Join Date: Jun 12 2007 Location: GREECE-ATHENS Age: 39 Posts: 966	Re: Tank Camera and Mount if you don.t wanna mess with camcorders and prefer the lightweight stuff have a look at this also..... X-Sportscam __________________ http://www.facebook.com/#/profile.ph...00000710085835

06-18-2008, 10:49 AM	#16
pwrman Join Date: Nov 08 2007 Location: Colorado Springs Posts: 11	Re: Tank Camera and Mount Take a look at TechMount TECHMOUNT - Home they have a package that replaces the center tripple tree bolt and mounts there. Saw them at the indy show this spring. really nice stuff, and more secure than the Ram mounts.

06-20-2008, 4:25 AM	#17
Growler67 Join Date: May 01 2008 Location: S. Puget Sound, WA Age: 44 Posts: 300	Re: Tank Camera and Mount Found this just a little while ago: 2003 Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird Powerstands Mantis Stealth Mounting System at Cheap Cycle Parts __________________ "Just leave me some ammo, a little water...........and some chips if you have 'em" "Actually it's a buck and a quarter quarter-staff, but I'm not telling *HIM* that...........YOIKS and Away!!!!"

06-23-2008, 8:04 AM	#18
CanadianBird Join Date: Nov 25 2006 Location: BC Canada Posts: 4,415	Re: Tank Camera and Mount I have my 9500i stem mounted from Techmount. Perfect.

08-29-2008, 2:09 PM	#19
Splat Join Date: Sep 19 2007 Location: Toledo, Ohio Age: 33 Posts: 98	Re: Tank Camera and Mount this camera is absolutely awesome http://http://www.goprocamera.com/ and cheap does over 2 hours and is water proof to 100ft. cost around $100 to $200 u.s.a. depending where you buy it __________________ HELMETS SAVE LIVES I KNOW FROM EXPERIENCE 2003 Blackbird Custom Solid Gray Chromed and Polished, Dynoed 133HP (DYNOED ON 8-23-08), Blackbird RIP as of 5-15-2009

10-28-2008, 8:18 PM	#20
CanadianBird Join Date: Nov 25 2006 Location: BC Canada Posts: 4,415	Re: Tank Camera and Mount If it costs $100 American it cost me nearly $130. No more buying on line for awhile. But, I'd like a helmet cam. The site didn't open for me.

12-12-2008, 8:00 PM	#22
BanzaiBirdman Join Date: Oct 10 2008 Location: Grafton, NSW Age: 34 Posts: 216	Re: Tank Camera and Mount Mate, check out this website: Helmet Camera Central Approved by Wayne (I'll put my name to anything) Gardner........so they must be good. HAHAHA __________________ *Ride it like you stole it*