Eric B
Active member
Here is a small write-up on my GPS setup on my 2008 FJR. It is partially in response to this thread:
https://www.fjrforum.com/forum//index.php/topic/150160-gps-mounting-location/
I have a Garmin 2455. I originally used a standard Ram mount with a Ram arm mounted to the Helibars triple clamp. It worked great but I wanted more protection from the weather. I then installed a Ram Medium/Wide Aqua Box. This worked good for the most part but using the foam for mounting the GPS in the box was not the greatest idea. First, selecting the right thickness of foam to get the GPS to the correct height was a challenge and needed multiple pieces. Next, as the foam broke in, the GPS was not completely stable in the box. Finally, in hot weather, the foam squished down even more. Overall, the foam wound up being a sloppy way to hold the GPS.
I decided I was going to somehow make the mount in the Aqua Box more solid. I went to Home Depot and got some spacers and longer screws to match the Ram mount hardware. Using the standard mounting holes in the Aqua Box and the standard Ram mount, I was able to come up with this solution. You can see the power cord which is run through the back of the Aqua Box. I use the cig lighter outlet in the glove box. I had to dremel out the slot for the power plug so that it can be hooked-up before putting the GPS in the mount. I also shaved the upper mount tab so that it would not interfere with the clear lens of the Aqua Box.
Here is the lid closed:
Here is what the setup looks like from the front of the bike:
Here is what it looks like from the seat:
And finally, this is closer to what I see when I glance down to look at the GPS:
Overall, I really like the location. It is not blocked by the tank bag and only blocks the very bottom of the gauges. It is also within easy reach, and is pretty quick to install or remove the GPS.
https://www.fjrforum.com/forum//index.php/topic/150160-gps-mounting-location/
I have a Garmin 2455. I originally used a standard Ram mount with a Ram arm mounted to the Helibars triple clamp. It worked great but I wanted more protection from the weather. I then installed a Ram Medium/Wide Aqua Box. This worked good for the most part but using the foam for mounting the GPS in the box was not the greatest idea. First, selecting the right thickness of foam to get the GPS to the correct height was a challenge and needed multiple pieces. Next, as the foam broke in, the GPS was not completely stable in the box. Finally, in hot weather, the foam squished down even more. Overall, the foam wound up being a sloppy way to hold the GPS.
I decided I was going to somehow make the mount in the Aqua Box more solid. I went to Home Depot and got some spacers and longer screws to match the Ram mount hardware. Using the standard mounting holes in the Aqua Box and the standard Ram mount, I was able to come up with this solution. You can see the power cord which is run through the back of the Aqua Box. I use the cig lighter outlet in the glove box. I had to dremel out the slot for the power plug so that it can be hooked-up before putting the GPS in the mount. I also shaved the upper mount tab so that it would not interfere with the clear lens of the Aqua Box.
Here is the lid closed:
Here is what the setup looks like from the front of the bike:
Here is what it looks like from the seat:
And finally, this is closer to what I see when I glance down to look at the GPS:
Overall, I really like the location. It is not blocked by the tank bag and only blocks the very bottom of the gauges. It is also within easy reach, and is pretty quick to install or remove the GPS.
