StubyDoo Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 Has anyone permanently mounted a camera to a new VFR? If so, which camera and where did you mount it. I'm looking for a either a secure mount or stealthy location to mount one. I nearly bought a Sena 10c but the battery only lasts 2 hours which is no good if out for a day's riding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer fink Posted July 21, 2017 Member Contributer Share Posted July 21, 2017 Use a roadhawk ride +. wired into the bike so it comes on when you turn on the ignition and switches off when you switch off. Fitted with a 32Gb card which can be over written. Had previously mounted on wing mirror but too many vibes. Camera in pics is the old roadhawk which is now being heavily discounted. Comes with several brackets so mounting places can be left up to you. if your looking for stealth then under the nose would be good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StubyDoo Posted July 21, 2017 Author Share Posted July 21, 2017 Thanks for the swift reply and photos, I'll have a look at one of these. Which wire did you tap into to get a switched feed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Duc2V4 Posted July 21, 2017 Member Contributer Share Posted July 21, 2017 Check out a company called INNOVV, they have a couple of cameras that work really well and even have a dual camera kit. I have 2 of their C3 snake cameras mounted to my 5 Gen. I'm planning on replacing them with their new C5 version. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Duc2V4 Posted July 21, 2017 Member Contributer Share Posted July 21, 2017 On my 6 Gen I have a set of "flashlight" cameras that I got from a website called GearBest.com. These are "knock offs" of a SooCoo S20W camera. BTW both bikes have a power control module (PDM60) which I have programmed to turn on and off the power to them with the ignition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer lazyeye Posted July 21, 2017 Member Contributer Share Posted July 21, 2017 Whats your objective? Do you want footage as a "black box" or footage for entertainment value? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Skids Posted July 21, 2017 Member Contributer Share Posted July 21, 2017 Stu, I have one on the 800X if you want a chat. Out tonight but around all weekend. GPS, wifi, overwrites old files on a loop, crash detection, HD. Not stealthy but is very good, you've probably seen the footage on t'Snug. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer fink Posted July 21, 2017 Member Contributer Share Posted July 21, 2017 8 hours ago, StubyDoo said: Thanks for the swift reply and photos, I'll have a look at one of these. Which wire did you tap into to get a switched feed? I make up harnesses which plug into the bikes harness and provide a fused switched feed. Pm me for more info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StubyDoo Posted July 21, 2017 Author Share Posted July 21, 2017 3 hours ago, lazyeye said: Whats your objective? Do you want footage as a "black box" or footage for entertainment value? black box only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StubyDoo Posted July 21, 2017 Author Share Posted July 21, 2017 While looking for a Roadhawk on eBay I found a dual camera system which I've ordered from China. I hope it turns up! http://www.szv-sys.com/Motorcycle_Camera/32.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pjcliffo Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 12 hours ago, StubyDoo said: Has anyone permanently mounted a camera to a new VFR? If so, which camera and where did you mount it. I'm looking for a either a secure mount or stealthy location to mount one. I nearly bought a Sena 10c but the battery only lasts 2 hours which is no good if out for a day's riding. The 10c can be used while charging on the bike so 2 hours doesn't matter and it can video in loop mode and overwrite the oldest files. You can specify the length of the loops, 3 choices I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pjcliffo Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 Because the 10c is helmet mounted you don't have vibration problems or theft from the bike. Also you can swivel to film backwards if you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duccmann Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 Hey D is that front mount c3 easily unplugged so it doesn't get stolen at work?ThanksSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Duc2V4 Posted July 23, 2017 Member Contributer Share Posted July 23, 2017 5 hours ago, duccmann said: Hey D is that front mount c3 easily unplugged so it doesn't get stolen at work? Thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk The lens cable that connects to the recorder is zipped tied down, but the recorder itself can easily be removed and stowed away. If you look at the rear camera setup, I have the recorder on a ram mount that uses one of the rear grab handle mounting bolts to secure it to the bike. Both the front and rear recorders can easily be removed without a huge hassle, however I do use zip ties to keep the rear recorder secured as I cannot see it like I can with the front camera. The 6 Gen ram mounts though, have "anti-theft" mechanisms on the ram mounts hat help deter thieves. Nothing is fool proof but I have had both bikes parked in public spaces for several hours and not a hint of tampering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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