Fitting Ram Mounts to a BMW RT
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4 жыл бұрынFitting extra accessory mounts on your BMW RT1200 or 1250 can be a real problem because the handlebar is not a round tube. GS owners who have switched to an RT such as myself are suddenly faced with a problem when it comes to fitting RAM mounts to their bike. In this video I show a radical way around this and it works. I appreciate that very few have the necessary equipment to make the parts but this may give you idea's. RAM is not cheap but it is the original and the best. The 1" rubber ball is copied for about one third the cost. I have tried some and they work but they are not as well made as the genuine RAM. Lose your GoPro (as you will notice I did on the West Coast of Ireland) and that saving will soon be forgotten! I can make the various parts for you if you want them. The Clutch Lever set is: £28.00, Brake reservoir set: £26.00 and GoPro remote holder: £16.00. All include 1st class postage in the UK and anywhere else in the world for £11 for a tracked air freight Royal Mail (either for one item or the same for all 3).
Normski website where you can order these parts: www.normski-bmw.co.uk
@MotorcycleRiderUK 3 жыл бұрын
Same issue I have with the K1300s. I have taken out my central logo and replaced with Ram ball. Thanks for the video. Very interesting
@davidcouling7490 3 жыл бұрын
Great ideas Norn.....thanks for sharing.....cheers David
@richarddepledge960 9 ай бұрын
Another great one. Brilliant engineering solutions keeping it simple as well.
@normski3091 9 ай бұрын
Thank you Richard. Still making them every month and sending around the world 🤗
@Feza63 3 жыл бұрын
Great video, perfect solutions... Thanks a lot
@philippeberthet9315 3 жыл бұрын
Je partage cet homme mérite de se faire connaitre sur le marché Français bonne continuation 👌✌😉
@johnthomson9678 3 жыл бұрын
excellent normski
@tojj29 4 жыл бұрын
Item arrived yesterday Norm. Thank you very much
@normski3091 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent, let me know how fitting goes🤗
@tojj29 4 жыл бұрын
@@normski3091 Piece of cake and does the job brilliantly, thank you. If I want a bolt for the clutch lever side, can I just get the bolt from you and use the same RAM ball or do I need the complete set up again?
@tojj29 4 жыл бұрын
Norm, did you see my reply about the clutch lever bolt?
@normski3091 4 жыл бұрын
tojjer29 cannot see anything. Can you send it to my email: mrnormanhill@yahoo.co.uk
@philippeberthet9315 3 жыл бұрын
Excellente idée et bravo pour ces innovation introuvable sur le marché je viens de commander la tige RAM pour mettre au réservoir frein je referai un commentaire dés que je l'aurai reçus ✌👌
@ssimon4514 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, great to see an engineer at work Would you consider making some bolt /ram ball for the clutch, it’s a fantastic fix Best regards Gary
@normskichanneltwo635 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Gary, thank you for your comments. As you will have seen I make the Clutch Lever RAM bolt for the left hand side. The right hand brake lever is totally different and cannot be used. I then make the Brake Reservoir RAM bolt and again that cannot be fitted to the left hand Clutch reservoir because on modern RT's those screws, although looking the same, are more like self-tapping screws. Did you mean a Clutch Reservoir RAM bolt? www.normski-bmw.co.uk
@jeff8536 4 жыл бұрын
Nicely done, lovely to see someone with skills do their work. How are you mounting the 360 camera next to the right mirror?
@normski3091 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Jeff, well spotted. Yes that was a dilemma. In the end I have just used a GoPro curved mount that is designed for the helmet. Cleaned the plastic very carefully with the alcohol wipes you buy for your glasses and stuck it on🤦🏼♂️. I was so worried it will fall off I also fitted a GoPro tether for added security. So far so good. The difficulty I experience with the 360 Insta is being able to see the remote text, well I can’t read it at all when riding, and often end up taking still 360 pictures instead of video. I will get there....one day🤗
@baldnbeautifulriding3608 3 жыл бұрын
Hello I've just watched your video as I have the same bike and am experiencing the same problems with mounting extra devices. I see you made your own bolts which is great! Would you consider making more of these bolts so that the RT1200/50 owners have a solution to the issue as I'm pretty sure you cannot get these bolts from many places. Warm regards
@normski3091 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely I have sent many around the world and enjoy hand making every one. Have a look at my website www.normski-bmw.co.uk
@christianrousseau8744 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, beautifull work. Why did you not use the same system as the clutch lever on the brake lever? Is't possible ?
@normski3091 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Christian, that is a very good question. It is only when you take the brake lever apart you realise it is completely different. The same applies to the brake reservoir RAM bolt. The clutch reservoir may look the same but take a bolt out and you will see that it is more like a self tapping screw🤦🏼♂️
@hagopatikian131 4 жыл бұрын
Hi thank you for the useful video : please can you inform me about the 360 camera you talk about !
@normski3091 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Hagop, thank you for your comment. The Insta 360 ONE X is one incredible piece of technology. I do not believe it should be your main camera but as an addition to GoPro it produces some amazing different angles, almost like a drone flying alongside of you. Have a look at their website www.insta360.com/product/insta360-onex Also I put a KZfaq video on my channel last week showing it in use.
@normski3091 4 жыл бұрын
Hagop Atikian Here is the link to last weeks Insta video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ndqgetWmuL_Ff58.html
@davidkelly6713 Жыл бұрын
Hi; Not sure how old this video is but I've been looking for a solution for mounting my iphone for ages! Does the brake resovoir solution come with the ball or is it just the machined bolt? My bike is a 2011 R1200RT. Many thanks.
@normski3091 Жыл бұрын
Hi David, Great to hear from you. Yes the brake Reservoir comes with the RAM ball and will fit straight into your cover. You can order through my website www.normski-bmw.co.uk
@paulstix1 3 жыл бұрын
Hallo normski , Just sent a msg via your website , now think the brake reservoir would be better for the phone rather than the clutch. I’ll await your reply and order one . Thanks 🙏
@GuitarMerces 2 жыл бұрын
Hello, Nice video. I can use that material on a BMW R1200RT from 2007?? Regards
@normski3091 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Joao, I did one once for a 2005 RT. However, although the customer was OK with it, the clutch RAM bolt on that bike moved when pulled as it fits through the lever in a different position. If you can take a picture of your clutch lever I will be able to tell. Send to mrnormanhill@yahoo.co.uk. The bike reservoir right hand one would fit no problem at all. Thank you Joao. Norman
@fredzuccarelli 2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant ideas Norm!!!! Im hoping to order some from your website. Can you tell me what I will need for my insta360 remote....I would love to mount it exactly as you have on my 2022r1250rt!!!!! Also what extension arm are you using for your insta360 camera....I can see how you mounted the adhesive part to the bike but would love to see how/what extension arm you are using. A pic perhaps? Love your channel!!!!
@normski3091 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Frederick, This video shows how I mounted my Insta 360 to my RT. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ndqgetWmuL_Ff58.html I found however that with 2 GoPro cameras and the Insta that the amount of editing was too much. So I sold the Insta and the Hero5 and it was more than enough to buy the new GoPro 10. If you do order some RAM parts I will try and find the mounting ring I turned down to hold the Insta pole and also the Insta Remote control ‘attachment’ I made to hold it on the handlebar. You are welcome to them, no charge. You could however buy a RAM 1” ball with a 1/4inch screw which goes into the foot of the Insta invisible stick, then it can bolt into a RAM small mount on your brake reservoir cover. Do not extend the selfie stick but it will be above your screen? Not as stable as my system licked onto the engine bar and Denali light…if you have them🤔
@fredzuccarelli 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Norm....yes, can I purchase from you the 4mm bolt you use to mount ontop of the brake fluid resevoir? And the round ram ball mount as well? As you indicated in your previous response, if you still have the insta360 remote mounting parts I'll purchase those as well!!!! It's tricky finding the right location for that remote but I think your set up is brillianr!!!
@normski3091 2 жыл бұрын
Morning Frederick, yes no problem. I am on holiday this week in Yorkshire. Back at the weekend and will sort everything 🤗
@fredzuccarelli Жыл бұрын
@@normski3091 You're a swell chap Norm! Let me know when and the total..... and I'll place the order!!!!
@normski3091 Жыл бұрын
Hi Fred, did you not receive my emails to your personal accounts and pictures?. Not to worry. If you place your order for the two items I have them ready to send to you. I will include the Insta remote ‘holder’ and also the invisible selfie stick. I had thrown away the circular collar but made you another one last Sunday. I do not want anything for those parts. The postage is more of course but I cannot work out how to do a special postage cost on PayPal so forget any extras 🤗
@tojj29 4 жыл бұрын
Very clever boy !! How much would the Ram mount/bolt set up for the brake fluid resevoir be please Norm?
@normski3091 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Tojjer, that one is £26 plus delivery.....where do you live, roughly😎. It has a genuine RAM 1” ball that costs £14 on its own🤦🏼♂️
@tojj29 4 жыл бұрын
@@normski3091 I'm in Dorset. The tropical paradise of the UK 😂👍
@tojj29 4 жыл бұрын
How would you like paying sir? Paypal? If I send you some money as a gift, I don't believe they take any of it?
@normski3091 4 жыл бұрын
No rush, I can send you my bank details. I have to order more RAM parts which take a couple of days. What year is your RT?
@tojj29 4 жыл бұрын
@@normski3091 It's a 2016 LE with keyless ride and hill start if that makes any difference to the size of reservoir. I've only just got it so don't know a lot about them. Sorry
@paulapaula551 3 жыл бұрын
One question: how did yo fixed the supplementary lights?
@normski3091 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Paula Paula, I wasn’t sure whether I needed them but boy are they good, you are twice as visible. Watch me fitting them: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/htN2e92W0r3Ld4U.html
@thedolphinDog 4 жыл бұрын
Can i ask how you got power to the handlebars for all the accessories? Rare to see a man who can make anything these days..wish i was your neighbor. Thank you
@normski3091 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Dolphin Dog, thank you for your kind comments. Have a look at my HEX EzCan KZfaq video kzfaq.info/get/bejne/htN2e92W0r3Ld4U.html where I am fitting the Denali lights etc to my bike. The EzCAN then supplies the power to numerous devices.
@normski3091 4 жыл бұрын
Also Dolphin Dog thought you would like to watch (after looking at your channel) my KZfaq I took last year Whale Watching in South Africa last year with my two sons and their wives. What an experience. My youngest son Ben and his wife Vanessa live their, cannot wait to return. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eMhkY89_q562qZ8.html
@normski3091 4 жыл бұрын
The HEX ezCAN is not made for the 2004 1050GS. Maybe before CanBus days. However there are numerous fuse blocks you can wire under your seat direct to the battery and then take cables to your mobile, GoPro and Sat Nav. I will look for some that are available in the UK to give you a guide😎
@johnhugo7464 3 жыл бұрын
I would also like the ram ball and bolt for the brake reservoir on my 16 RT - are you still making and selling - beautiful work
@normski3091 3 жыл бұрын
Hi John, yes still making them, no problem. If you go onto my website you can order and pay with PayPal if that is OK. www.normski-bmw.co.uk
@johnhugo7464 3 жыл бұрын
@@normski3091 many thanks - nice site ordered one of each to see what works best for me!
@bnatsouto 3 жыл бұрын
Simply best & smartest solution BUT not tools available to make those bolts to fit RAM balls into my RT...
@normski3091 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Benat, I think I have made around 40 and sent them all around the world, I wasn't expecting that! The Clutch one is £28, the Reservoir is £26, free delivery in the UK but £11 anywhere else.
@emieldekleijn4184 3 жыл бұрын
Can I buy these bolts from you?
@thewelder9492 3 жыл бұрын
Hello from Alberta Canada. Fantastic work you do. I own a 2018 RT. The glove box for the iPhone is tool small and it damages my cord. I really like your idea of using the clutch lever with custom bolt. That idea, keeps the phone from interfering with the display. I will give it a bit more thought and get back to you for one. Fantastic work.
@normski3091 3 жыл бұрын
@@thewelder9492 Hi ‘the welder’ in Alberta Canada...what a wonderful part of the world to live 😎. Yes the RAM works, I had exactly the problem you describe. I have sent a number to RT owners (and a K1600 owner) in Canada, normally takes 5-7 days with Royal Mail. I made another 10 units yesterday so whenever you are ready I can send it🤗. Norman
@buddylove8058 8 ай бұрын
✊️🇨🇵bravo
@legolwa 2 жыл бұрын
So... the answer is to make our own bolt?
@normski3091 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Legolwa, I can make it for you if you wanted one. Go onto my website Normski-bmw
@tojj29 4 жыл бұрын
Could I just check that they don't hit the screen on full lock ?
@normski3091 4 жыл бұрын
I have had no problem at all. You position it carefully but no issue.
@tojj29 4 жыл бұрын
@@normski3091 👍
@normski3091 4 жыл бұрын
Hi @@tojj29, Your RAM mount all complete....yippee you can travel all over Europe now. Oh...... maybe not! Can you send me your email address and I will send bank details etc. mrnormanhill@yahoo.co.uk
@tojj29 4 жыл бұрын
@@normski3091 email sent 👍
@danieloliva5297 2 жыл бұрын
Cómo se puede comprar
@normski3091 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Daniel, please go to my website www.normski-bmw.co.uk
@Chris-ws8ry 3 жыл бұрын
I have a 2017 R1200RT I would like to purchase the ball and bolt that you used for you mobile phone on the reservoir please. Many thanks Chris
@Chris-ws8ry 3 жыл бұрын
Norm I can't find anything anywhere this really looks amazing
@normanhill316 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris, Yes no problem. £26 plus £11 delivery if you live outside the UK. PayPal best way to pay. Norman
@Chris-ws8ry 3 жыл бұрын
@@normanhill316 hi Norman I live in the UK shall I email you? What the best way
@normanhill316 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris, Yes that would be good. mrnormanhill@yahoo.co.uk Thanks Norman
@Chris-ws8ry 3 жыл бұрын
@@normanhill316 email sent thank you
@djay9220 4 жыл бұрын
Hey norm, do you know if this would work on the k1600. If so, I would love to get one.
@normski3091 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Douglas, I do not know and I do not think that Alan Jefferies will let me go into their showroom with my spanners. However there is another solution that I can suggest: 1: I live in Chesterfield, do you live close enough to visit? I can then undo your Clutch Lever bolt and measure everything. 2: You can do what an RT owner of an older bike is doing today. He has removed his bolt and posted it to me. I will take all dimensions, make it the same day and post both back?
@normski3091 4 жыл бұрын
But of course you probably live in Azerbaijan or somewhere like that?? The 3rd way, if you have a micrometer that is, to take out the Clutch Lever bolt and do the measurements yourself. I would do you a drawing of what I need?
@djay9220 4 жыл бұрын
Normski Thanks for the reply. Yep, I’m in Canada. I guess what I could do is to ship it off season if I don’t find another solution. I really like what you did though.
@normski3091 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Douglas, just sent a complete set to Ontario yesterday! I will pop into my local motorbike dealers CMC around the corner today, they did have a K1600 for sale before lockdown and at least look at the clutch lever. If only I can ‘bribe’ them to take it apart 🥴
@djay9220 4 жыл бұрын
@@normski3091 Thanks Norn. That would be great. Let me know. Thx.
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