(OEM/Factory) GPS mount?

H8BUGZ · 10-06-2014, 10:34 AM

Looking for some input on a 2012 Voyager 1700 gps mount. I have a Garmin Zumo 660LM in a Touratech locking mount. It's combined with the 4 bolt ball plate, short arm and a 1" ball mounted to one of the riser clamp bolts.

My issue is excessive vibration. Comparable to a paint shaker action! Somewhat better at cruise, but not acceptable. I used a Nuvi in the same configuration for nearly 11K miles with no vibration issues.

I'm assume the additional mass of the Zumo and Touratech are the issue. I have tried most adjustments the ball mount will allow with limited success..

Is there a remedy to reduce vibration? Has anyone used the OEM mount with success? Also-will the Touratech locking mount fit the Kawasaki OEM/Billet mount without an adapter or modification?

I hope someone has first hand experience as I'm not into making anymore $300 mistakes-aka billet mount.

smokey · 10-06-2014, 10:43 AM

Mine vibrates as well, you have the same setup as I do, did you get the anti vibration touratech mount? I found it was a little better, there is really no way you can get around the vibration issue as that is the characteristic of the v-twin motor. Mine is handlebar mounted by the way using the c-clamp and mount

H8BUGZ · 10-06-2014, 10:54 AM

Yes-I have the anti vibration mount. You are correct that the v-twin is the root cause. A tail wind when you are just coasting along is ideal.

I think it has something to do with the additional weight, as my car GPS didn't do it. Although that was in a lightweight plastic Ram cradle and actually a longer arm. Same ball on riser.

I am wondering, if the factory mount being lower and more rigid would help. The whole assembly shakes now. (GPS, mount and arm)

I cannot believe that the Zumo can take that kind of vibration-especially when accelerating. Any more thoughts or experience with the OEM style?

recumbentbob · 10-06-2014, 10:55 AM

Anti vibration bar ends should help.
They stopped the mirrors from vibrating on my Victory.

smokey · 10-06-2014, 11:55 AM

Well all I can say is that my old 550 zumo and now my new 660 seem to hold up very well. I use the long mount from the handlebar to the touratech in order for me to see the instruments on my voyager, I have ridden highway, bumpy roads and both units showed no problems, the 550 got sold and I used the 660 on a couple of long trips, held up very well. I also tighten the touratech down pretty good on the ball mount, perhaps you should check the tightness of the mounting hardware to ensure everything is snug. I also have the Kuryakin heavy bar ends on the transformer grips.

H8BUGZ · 10-06-2014, 02:21 PM

After filling my pockets with all my Ram fittings and getting a few from a buddy, I have a solution. Actually a longer arm installed parallel to the ground was the answer. About an 8 out of 10 now. Rough roads with wide tar strips make it shake but not to unreadable as before. Hard acceleration does not bother much, like before. Not perfect for sunlight glare though.

I still would like info on the OEM Billet mount option. Vibration? Touratech compatibility? Etc.

Thanks Smokey.

10-06-2014, 10:34 AM	#1
H8BUGZ Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Midwest Posts: 273	(OEM/Factory) GPS mount? Looking for some input on a 2012 Voyager 1700 gps mount. I have a Garmin Zumo 660LM in a Touratech locking mount. It's combined with the 4 bolt ball plate, short arm and a 1" ball mounted to one of the riser clamp bolts. My issue is excessive vibration. Comparable to a paint shaker action! Somewhat better at cruise, but not acceptable. I used a Nuvi in the same configuration for nearly 11K miles with no vibration issues. I'm assume the additional mass of the Zumo and Touratech are the issue. I have tried most adjustments the ball mount will allow with limited success.. Is there a remedy to reduce vibration? Has anyone used the OEM mount with success? Also-will the Touratech locking mount fit the Kawasaki OEM/Billet mount without an adapter or modification? I hope someone has first hand experience as I'm not into making anymore $300 mistakes-aka billet mount. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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10-06-2014, 10:43 AM	#2
smokey Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Orleans, ON, Canada Posts: 1,162	Mine vibrates as well, you have the same setup as I do, did you get the anti vibration touratech mount? I found it was a little better, there is really no way you can get around the vibration issue as that is the characteristic of the v-twin motor. Mine is handlebar mounted by the way using the c-clamp and mount __________________ Smokey Capt(retd) Canadian Forces National President CVFR (Canadian Veteran Freedom Riders) 2010 VN1700 Voyager, ABS www.cvfr.ca VBA #02220 Last edited by smokey; 10-06-2014 at 10:48 AM.
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10-06-2014, 10:54 AM	#3
H8BUGZ Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Midwest Posts: 273	660LM Mount Yes-I have the anti vibration mount. You are correct that the v-twin is the root cause. A tail wind when you are just coasting along is ideal. I think it has something to do with the additional weight, as my car GPS didn't do it. Although that was in a lightweight plastic Ram cradle and actually a longer arm. Same ball on riser. I am wondering, if the factory mount being lower and more rigid would help. The whole assembly shakes now. (GPS, mount and arm) I cannot believe that the Zumo can take that kind of vibration-especially when accelerating. Any more thoughts or experience with the OEM style?
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10-06-2014, 10:55 AM	#4
recumbentbob Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Newburgh IN Posts: 3,404	Anti vibration bar ends should help. They stopped the mirrors from vibrating on my Victory. __________________ VBA #01084 "A well regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the People to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed."
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10-06-2014, 11:55 AM	#5
smokey Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Orleans, ON, Canada Posts: 1,162	Well all I can say is that my old 550 zumo and now my new 660 seem to hold up very well. I use the long mount from the handlebar to the touratech in order for me to see the instruments on my voyager, I have ridden highway, bumpy roads and both units showed no problems, the 550 got sold and I used the 660 on a couple of long trips, held up very well. I also tighten the touratech down pretty good on the ball mount, perhaps you should check the tightness of the mounting hardware to ensure everything is snug. I also have the Kuryakin heavy bar ends on the transformer grips. __________________ Smokey Capt(retd) Canadian Forces National President CVFR (Canadian Veteran Freedom Riders) 2010 VN1700 Voyager, ABS www.cvfr.ca VBA #02220 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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10-06-2014, 02:21 PM	#6
H8BUGZ Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Midwest Posts: 273	Crisis adverted After filling my pockets with all my Ram fittings and getting a few from a buddy, I have a solution. Actually a longer arm installed parallel to the ground was the answer. About an 8 out of 10 now. Rough roads with wide tar strips make it shake but not to unreadable as before. Hard acceleration does not bother much, like before. Not perfect for sunlight glare though. I still would like info on the OEM Billet mount option. Vibration? Touratech compatibility? Etc. Thanks Smokey.
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