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RAM, or "Round-A-Mount", is an incredibly versatile system for mounting several devices.  I found this system when looking for a secure way to mount my StreetPilot GPS to my R1100RT.  The mechanic at my dealership showed me the RAM he had put on his own RT, and assured me that it was VERY strong.  I was a bit skeptical... anything on an arm like this is bound to induce some torque, and I was worried that the ball & socket system would weaken over time.  But, the system was inexpensive, and was available with a suction cup making it easy to move the GPS from bike to car.

I wasn't hoping for a lot - just a satisfactory mount that would hold the GPS steady.  What I got was a lot more - The RAM system is steady as a rock!  I mounted the GPS to the steering head on my bike, and using the standard arm, the GPS peeks just over the tank bag and just below the instruments.  The great thing about the RAM system is that it's almost infinitely adjustable!  Just loosen the handle on the arm, move the GPS to the exact position and angle you want, and give it a twist to tighten.  It stays right where you put it.

Not only is it a fantastic mount for a GPS, it also works great for FRS or CB radios, cell phones, CD players, video cameras... Just about anything!  There are four different sizes of mounts (the 'B' size, with 1" diameter balls, works best for GPS and most other motorcycle accessories).  We have assembled packages to handle most common motorcyclist needs, but RAM mounts are available in MANY different sizes and shapes, for automotive, aviation, and marine use.  The RAM catalog is available on-line at http://www.ram-mount.com; if you want a quote on something we don't have listed here, please contact us.

Choose a Device

Choose a device to mount from the list below, and you will be presented with a choice of arm lengths and bases.

Bases and Arms   Choose from individual bases and arms as components

     Garmin GPS Receivers  
Colorado   Garmin Colorado GPS 
eMap   Garmin eMap 
eTrex   Garmin eTrex models with black & white screen 
eTrex Color   Garmin eTrex Legend C and other eTrex color screen models 
Garmin adapter   Garmin factory auto cradles (GPS-V, Quest, all iQue models, others with a horizontal thumbscrew approx. 1.5" long attaching the cradle to the mount) 
Garmin i-series/c5xx   Adapts Garmin factory auto cradles with approx. 5/8" ball-socket in back of cradle. Compatible models i2/i3/i5, C530/C550/C580. 
GPS12   Garmin GPS12 
GPS276/376/378/478   Garmin GPS176/196/276/296/376/396/378/478/496 
GPS60   Garmin GPS60C/CS/Cx/CSx 
GPS76   Garmin GPS76/76Map (Black & White screen) 
GPS76C   Garmin GPS76C/CS (Color screen) 
GPSIII/V   Garmin GPSII, III, III+, V 
iQue 3200/3600   Garmin iQue 3200/3600 Only (does not fit 3000 or M-series) 
Nuvi 200W-series   Garmin Nuvi 200W-series GPS 
Nuvi 200-series   Garmin Nuvi 200-series GPS 
Nuvi 300-series   Garmin Nuvi 300-series GPS 
Nuvi 5000   Garmin Nuvi 5000 
Nuvi 500-series   Garmin Nuvi 500/550 
Nuvi 500-series   Garmin Nuvi 500/550, Powered cradle 
Nuvi 600-series   Garmin Nuvi 600-series GPS 
Nuvi 700-series   Garmin Nuvi 700-series 
Nuvi 800-series   Garmin Nuvi 800-series 
Oregon   Garmin Oregon GPS 
Quest   Garmin Quest Cradle 
Rino 500   Garmin Rino 500-series GPS 
SP 26xx/27xx/28xx   Garmin StreetPilot 2600/2700/2800-series GPS 
C320/330/340   Garmin StreetPilot C320/C330/C340 
StreetPilot III   Garmin StreetPilot III (requires Garmin cradle) 
Rino   Garmin Rino GPS 

     Magellan GPS Receivers  
Magellan 300   Magellan 300-Series GPS 
Explorist GPS   Magellan Explorist GPS (not Explorist XL) 
Explorist XL   Magellan Explorist XL GPS 
Maestro 3200   Magellan Maestro 3200-series GPS 
Maestro 4200   Magellan Maestro 4200-series GPS 
Meridian GPS   Magellan Meridian GPS 
Roadmate   Magellan Roadmate holder 
SporTrak GPS   Magellan SporTrak series GPS 
Triton 1500/2000   Magellan Triton 1500/2000 GPS 
Triton 200/300/400/500   Magellan Triton 200/300/400/500 GPS 

     Lowrance GPS Receivers  
iWay 350C   Lowrance iWay 350C GPS 
iWay 500C/600C   Lowrance iWay 500C/600C. Replaces quick-release plastic piece with a solid aluminum base with ball. This eliminates the quick-release feature, but is much more stable. 
XOG   Lowrance XOG GPS 

     TomTom GPS Receivers  
Tom Tom One 130   Tom Tom One 130/130S GPS 
TomTom 510/710/910   TomTom Go 510, 710, 910 GPS 
TomTom 720/730/920   TomTom Go 720, 730, 920 GPS 
TomTom Go   TomTom Go GPS (300/700 models) 
TomTom One   TomTom One GPS 
TomTom One XL   TomTom One XL GPS 
TomTom Rider   TomTom Rider GPS 

     Other GPS Receivers  
AquaBox 6   Electronic devices up to 6" x 4" x 1.75" 

     MP3 Players  
iPod   Apple iPod, generation 1, 2, and 3. except 20GB Firewire. Will not allow Gen 3 bottom plug to connect without modifying the cradle. 
Nano (1st/2nd Gen)   Apple iPod Nano (1st/2nd Gen) 
Nano (3rd Gen)   Apple iPod Nano (3rd Gen) 
iPod Touch   Apple iPod Touch 
AquaBox 2   Electronic devices up to 5.9" x 2.7" x 1.2" 
AquaBox 3   Electronic devices up to 4.7" x 2.3" x 1" 
Clamp (Small)   Handheld devices including small cell phones and FRS radios 
Otterbox   Otterboxes with quick-release clip on back 

     Satellite Radio Receivers  
AMPS   Any device with 4-hole AMPS pattern (1-1/2" x 1-3/16" spacing), including Sirius radio receivers from Audiovox, Brix, Clarion. Hardware (screws) will be required. 
Satellite Radio   Delphi XM Radio (including SkyFi, Roady, and MyFi radios) 
XM Slide-On Mount   XM radios without AMPS (Roady XT, Audiovox Xpress, etc.) 

     PDA's (Palm, Pocket PC, etc.)  
Clamp (Wide)   Wide handheld devices like Blackberries and smart-phones 
iPaq   Compaq iPaq h3600, h3700, h3800, h3900, h5100, h5400, and h5500 series PDA's. Includes room for Expansion Pack. 
iPaq 1900/4100   Compaq iPaq 1900/4100-series PDAs 
iPaq 2200   Compaq iPaq 2200-series PDA 
iPaq 3000/5000   Compaq iPaq 3000/5000-series PDA 
Dell Axim X5   Dell Axim X5 PDA 
Garmin adapter   Garmin factory auto cradles (GPS-V, Quest, all iQue models, others with a horizontal thumbscrew approx. 1.5" long attaching the cradle to the mount) 
iQue 3200/3600   Garmin iQue 3200/3600 Only (does not fit 3000 or M-series) 
Otterbox   Otterboxes with quick-release clip on back 
PDA   Generic PDA, spring loaded top/bottom grip 
PDA (2nd style)   Generic PDA, 3-finger side grip 
PDA (3rd style)   Generic PDA, spring loaded top/bottom grip with adjustable side supports 

     Radar Detectors  
TPX Radar   Adaptiv TPX Radar Detector 
LEGAL SPEEDING Radar Plate   Radar Detectors 
Radar (Weatherproof)   Radar Detectors 
Radar (platform)   Radar Detectors (magnetic holder, includes steel plate for bottom of detector) 

     Cell Phones, small radios, etc.  
iPhone   Apple iPhone 
iPhone 3G   Apple iPhone 3G 
AquaBox 1   Electronic devices up to 8.25" x 3.25" x 2.81" 
AquaBox 2   Electronic devices up to 5.9" x 2.7" x 1.2" 
AquaBox 3   Electronic devices up to 4.7" x 2.3" x 1" 
Button Clip   Cell phones and other devices with button-style belt holder 
Clamp (Large)   Handheld devices such as larger 2-way radios 
Clamp (Medium)   Handheld devices including PDAs, FRS radios, and many cell phones 
Clamp (Small)   Handheld devices including small cell phones and FRS radios 
Clamp (Wide)   Wide handheld devices like Blackberries and smart-phones 

     Other Mounts  
CyclePass   CyclePass Toll Pass Holder 
Belt Clip   Radio with Belt Clip 
Camera   Video or Still Camera (attaches to tripod socket) 
AnT Display   AnT Rear-View Display Screen 
Drink   Cans, bottles, and mugs 
Finger Grip   Finger Grip Universal Holder 
Kenwood TH-D7A   Kenwood TH-D7A 2-way radio 
Platform   2" x 6" plate for use with a variety of items 
Power Plate II   Various small items 
Spot!   Find Me Spot! Satellite messenger 
Lipstick Camera   Lipstick Video Camera Mount 

How does it work?

The heart of the RAM system is the RAM Ball, which allows the device being mounted to be set at virtually any angle and position.  The bases and arms are constructed of marine grade aluminum, and powder coated for a durable finish.  All hardware is either brass or stainless steel.  The rubber balls are injection molded directly onto the bases, so they can't come loose.  The system holds your gear firmly, but also offers vibration isolation through the rubber balls.

The RAM system is so versatile and secure, that it can be used just about anywhere!  If you have questions about how you can use the RAM system to solve your accessory mounting needs, just let us know.