GPS Gas Cap Mount

[Guiderider]

Hey Triker friends. The other day I saw a mount for a Garmin GPS on a 09 Triglide that I had never seen before. The mount was part of the actual chrome Gas tank cover that pops open to reach the black filler cap inside. I couldn't find the owner, but it looked very interesting and would save on bar space. The chrome cap contained the hinged bracket and adjustment knob! Again never seen anything like it before. Has anyone out there got any info??

Also I am new to trike riding, have been riding Harley's for over 35 years and then decided to buy an 09 Triglide. I like the beast, but boy the suspension or lack there of, is sure something that will take some time to get used to. Going over washboard ruts while making high-speed turns is quite an experience as the rear end bounces from side to side. Any suggestions on making the ride a little softer or is this just something we have to live with. I have the air shocks adjusted according to the weight specifications in the book.

Ride safe.
Guiderider

 

[bdn56]

Guiderider, Reksel was telling me about that mount this weekend. He may post something for you.

I don't have a Tri Glide but running the tires a little softer may help. I run mine at the minimum safe pressure.


I figure 1 more tire on the ground will increase your pot hole hitting by 33%

And welcome.

 

[BlueTrinity]

Welcome GlideRider,

We all had that uneasy feeling the first time on a washboard.

To me it's just getting in the truck after driving the wife's Suburban, you get that wierd bouncing feeling. Remember though, you've got more ground traction than before, so it ain't going anywhere, whereas on the bike, you lean into one of those on a curve, you stand a chance of the bike walking right out from under you.

I've seen the door mounted GPS and my reaction was that I'd far rather have it closer to my line of sight. I figure if I look down to see the GPS I'm prone to drift off the more immediate course. Maybe that's just old age creeping in.

 

[robandlyn]

here ya go ....
Kryakyn

 

[Nana]

Hi Guiderider, and a big welcome to TrikeTalk!
Definitely try softening your rear tire pressure. You probably can run them around 22 psi. It should make a big difference in that bouncing!

 

[Mr.Wizard]

here ya go ....
Kryakyn

Yup.. that's where I saw them before. Have seen them on many bikes and trikes. Very Cool!! Kinda pricey though.

Pro is as said, more handlebar room but the con is you must look down to see the directions and it's possible to get gas on the GPS when filling.

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Welcome to the site.

 

[robandlyn]

I like having mine on my throttle side handle bar (see alblum).
I can just take a quick glance to the right and see it.
What is somewhat funny and confusing is running my video
camera on the left bar. When I glance at it when I have it
set running I see the video screen AND my mirror and sometimes
when I check to see if my Wife is in my mirror and I do not see
her I wonder where she is then realize I am looking at the video
screen of the CAMERA ..... LOL ...
Rob ....

 

[Guiderider]

Thank you all so much for your advice and response. We are planning a trip to Noca Scotia this summer on the trike. I will try the lower pressure and thanks for the GPS mounting info. I agree having it down low does present some issues. I have a Garmen Zumo 550 mounted on the bars of my Ultra and it works fine there. Plus I have it wired to the head set, so I can listen and still watch the road. I was just so suprised to see that gas cap mount I had to ask! I guess some guy/gal somplace is making some $$ of that!

Thannks again for welcoming me to the site. I will be a regular from now on! You all ride safe and enjoy the summer!!

Guiderider