Not liking the RAM arm mount that is included with the zumo, for the last couple weeks have been making my own mounting system to put it front and center in my fairing. I made a couple test runs yesterday and the vibration was too much. But today I made and added a “tension bracket” that made all the difference – took it out tonight and it’s nice and smooth - even at idle. Here’s descriptions of the photos

It turned out just like I wanted it too and really hugs the center pouch – so much so that I can’t even close the flap! So just tucked it inside for right now until I decide if I want to split it or what. Here's some photos......

 

let's try this again.....
1 the spacer that fills in the gap where the inner fairing dips down lower in front
2 the bracket for the zumo cradle made from an old speaker wall mount
2 “Tension bracket” that goes inside the first one and keeps them from vibrating.

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OK here's some more:

3 one of two bottom brackets that also match both levels of the inner fairing
4 looking at the bottom with the 4 bolts sandwiching everything together – it’s solid!
5 the cradle mounted to the bracket



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6 I re-wired the power supply to put the fuse up in the pouch for easier access
7 my view sitting on the bike with the camera at my eyes


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Last ones:

8 a view from the left
9 right side – you can see the power cable come out of the pouch


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NICE JOB

 

Looks great Ron. Makes a lot of sense to mount it where you can keep your eyes on the road.

 

Looks good!Thanks for the photos!

 

Wow, I like that it's front and center. Nice job Man.

 

looks good