Riding motorcycles is a lot of fun, but many motorcyclist will want to access their phone for directions or to stream music during they’re ride. In fact nine out of ten smartphone owners use their phone to get directions according to Pew Research Center. So how do you use your phone while riding? Glad you asked, with a motorcycle phone mount of course!
Selecting a quality phone mount is super important. With smartphones these days you need to have a solid fixture that won’t vibrate or worse, drop your phone while riding. It also needs to be adjustable and accessible while riding.
Phone mount material is also crucial. Generally speaking going with metal or a quality ABS plastic material along with foam or rubberized pads to dampen vibration is a good option.
1.RAM Mounts Tough Claw X-Grip Mount
Starting off our list is the RAM Mounts Tough Claw X-Grip Mount. The universal x-grip design of the Tough Claw allows it fit a wide variety of phones. Plus, the adjustable clamp can attach to handle bars ranging from 0.625 to 1.5 inches. Its high strength composite and stainless steel construction will keep your phone secure during long rides. The mount rotates 360 degrees for easy adjustability, and the four foam pads will secure your phone while riding and dampen any vibration from the road.The Tough Claw is made from high strength composites and stainless steel.
The Tough Claw fits a wide variety phones shown below. For more information on the RAM Mounts Tough Claw click here.
Small Fitment:
- Apple iPhone 11
- Apple iPhone 11 Pro
- Apple iPhone 6s
- Apple iPhone 7
- Apple iPhone 8
- Apple iPhone SE
- Apple iPhone X
- Apple iPhone XR
- Apple iPhone XS
- Google Pixel 3
- Google Pixel 4
- Google Pixel 4 XL
- Huawei Mate 20 Pro
- Huawei P30 Pro
- Motorola Moto G6
- Motorola Moto G7 Power
- Samsung Galaxy A10
- Samsung Galaxy A20
- Samsung Galaxy A50
- Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- Samsung Galaxy S10
- Samsung Galaxy S10+
- Samsung Galaxy S10e
- Samsung Galaxy S20
- Samsung Galaxy S20+
- Samsung Galaxy S7
- Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
- Samsung Galaxy S8+
- Samsung Galaxy S9
- Samsung Galaxy S9+
Large Fitment:
- Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
- Apple iPhone 6s Plus
- Apple iPhone 7 Plus
- Apple iPhone 8 Plus
- Apple iPhone XS Max
- LG Stylo 3
- Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus
- Samsung Galaxy S8
2. RAM Mounts X-Grip Handlebar U-Bolt Base
Sensing a pattern here with the RAM Mounts? The RAM Mounts X-Grip Handlebar U-bolt Base is our next pick for best motorcycle phone mounts. This phone mount fits a wide range handlebars ranging from 0.5 inches to 1.25 inches. Because it has a ball socket on each end of the arm, the adjustability is almost limitless. You won’t have a problem finding a good viewing angle while riding.
The RAM Mount is rust proof and made from high strength composites and stainless steel. The rubber coated contacts paired with a spring loaded holder will secure phone during any riding conditions. If that’s not enough to make you consider this RAM Mount, it also comes with a lifetime warranty! For more information on this phone mount click here.
The X-grip cradles expand and retract to fit a wide range of cell phones and devices. Look at the complete list of cellphones below:
Small Fitment:
- Apple iPhone 11
- Apple iPhone 11 Pro
- Apple iPhone 6s
- Apple iPhone 7
- Apple iPhone 8
- Apple iPhone SE
- Apple iPhone X
- Apple iPhone XR
- Apple iPhone XS
- Google Pixel 3
- Google Pixel 4
- Google Pixel 4 XL
- Huawei Mate 20 Pro
- Huawei P30 Pro
- Motorola Moto G6
- Motorola Moto G7 Power
- Samsung Galaxy A10
- Samsung Galaxy A20
- Samsung Galaxy A50
- Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- Samsung Galaxy S10
- Samsung Galaxy S10+
- Samsung Galaxy S10e
- Samsung Galaxy S20
- Samsung Galaxy S20+
- Samsung Galaxy S7
- Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
- Samsung Galaxy S8+
- Samsung Galaxy S9
- Samsung Galaxy S9+
Large Fitment:
- Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
- Apple iPhone 6s Plus
- Apple iPhone 7 Plus
- Apple iPhone 8 Plus
- Apple iPhone XS Max
- LG Stylo 3
- Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus
- Samsung Galaxy S8
3. Sena PowerPro Mount
For those looking for a little extra charge during their ride, look no further than the Sena PowerPro Mount. Equipped with a 10,000mAh capacity lithium ion battery pack, the PowerPro will be able to charge your device independent from your motorcycle, or you can attach a usb cable to charge on the fly. Sena says the battery should be good for five complete cellphone charges from 0-100%. The charging output is 5V and 2 amps, making it perfect for phones or a GPS.
The PowerPro will attach securely to handlebars ranging from 0.625 inches to 1.25 inches. It also accepts GPS or phones ranging from 1.95 inches to 3.74 inches in size. If you need a sturdy phone mount, and if you want to charge your phone while riding your motorcycle, check out the Sena PowerPro Mount.