Customer Reviews

RAM-B-149Z-GA25U: RAM Bike / Motorcycle Handlebar Mount for Garmin 200W, 205W, 250W, 255W, 260W

5 star:		(19)
4 star:		(3)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

This device goes on quickly and easily and is rock solid. I tried the stock mount, but every bump I hit it wiggled like a belly dancer and I could visualize it bouncing down the pavement. This Ram Mount is really stout. And once installed, various other heads can be installed for detectors, Ipods, etc. Top Quality.

Functional, easy to use, and easy to install. Has necessary flexibility for various angles and heights. Fine product.

I am extremely pleased with this product. As a matter of fact, I used it just recently on a rental Harley in Denver, and it saved me quite a bit of stress.
The parts seem well made and the directions are so easy to follow that even an old person could assemble this onto a bike or motorcycle. Really, the only tool I needed was an open-end/box-end wrench for tightening the screws onto the U-bolt that went around the handlebar. And, to keep from marring the handlebar, there was a piece of plastic or rubber than was formed in such a way that the device held on quite tightly without my worrying that the handlebars would be scratched.
So, I recommend this to anyone who desires to have their GPS device with them. I've even recommended this to a couple of friends who are looking for solutions.

I needed a GPS for my motorcycle for a long trip as maps would be cumbersome at best. I chose the Garmin 265WT. The handlebars on my 2007 BMW K1200GT are forged and not round in shape and I figured that this unit would need to be modified in some way to work. Since BMW charges in the area of $800 - $900 for a GPS and mount it would be worth the savings. The unit comes with two sizes of mounting brackets and bolts plus the important locknuts. I was pleasantly surprised to find that I could mount the unit, barely, on the bars and that the range of adjustment allowed positioning that did not block the view of the tachometer, speedometer and onboard computer. Additionally the windscreen area provided enough protection that in downpours in Michigan and Ohio I was not forced to remove the GPS. Initial trip was 4 days riding from Massachusetts to West Virginia to Ohio to Michigan and back. It was steady and solid for 1900 miles in 4 days and the GPS was a vital part of that trip. Highly recommended.

Mount is good, braacket is good...however, the "kit" does not include the two nuts and bolts required to attach the mount to the bracket. This small omission significantly detracts from a great product. Bracket and mount are packaged together. My mount was clearly used/returned as it had scratches on it; however, not major.

This thing is solid as a rock. I am very pleased with this purchase and have no worries about losing my GPS as I ride. Once mounted in your desired location, you can adjust the mount in a variety of ways for the best viewing angle. This is a high quality item and it is made in the USA to boot!

This is just what I needed, on my 2005 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic. It holds my Garmin 255W on the left handlebar. It has no vibration, and is easy to see. I can even hear the speaker with a 3/4 helmet on. I also have an OEM Harley hand microphone holder on the left and it does not interfere with it.
I lost a Garmin 350 last year at Deals Gap NC, when I had the stock mount stuck on my tachometer. Still have the mount, but not the head assy.
Also got it for $10.00 less on Amazon, than Ram was selling it for.

It is really nice to buy a product that is really a QUALITY PRODUCT. Mounts easy, and works great!!

As others have said already, this is a great quality mount. I just thought I would chime in for the guys that have installed Fat 1 1/4" bars and are wondering if this will fit. The kit includes Black U-Bolts for both 1" bars and 1 1/4" bars. Thanks RAM for a great kit!

After reading all the reviews for the different mounts available, I made the decision to purchase this mount.
This is a beefy mount that does not move even when off road.
It fits my 265WT perfect. For the quality and price I wouldn't even consider looking any farther.
I am looking into buying other mounts that they make, a windshield mount for the iphone.