First GoPro test vid

Subject: Re: First GoPro test vid Thu Mar 26, 2009 3:20 am

Cool, you got one! What do you think about it so far?

Alpha Rider

Awesome clarity!! thumb

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Subject: Re: First GoPro test vid Thu Mar 26, 2009 5:56 pm

I am loving it so far!!! thumb

This morning I mounted it on the bike and tested the 5-sec pic function....

Not too bad if there's enough light wink

And Mark, I remember seeing you mounting it on the top of master pump right?

I copied that idea Very happy

, but I had to modify the base plate a little bit to clear those 2 screws (to make fluid change easier)....

However, somehow the plate seemed to deform a little bit, and now the quick release would have a little free play after clipped in, creating a nice ripple effect wink

Overall, I am happy with it thumb

Alpha Rider

Who needs photoshop when you can manipulate it yourself! Nice little heat wave. You're just too hot for your bike, admit it. wink

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Subject: Re: First GoPro test vid Fri Mar 27, 2009 6:35 am

Well... if you insist.....

ok I am too hot for my bike wink

anyway, I realise that 2 of the quick release mounts provided are not tight enough... going to make them grow fatter a little tomorrow Very happy

I took a few clips at night too... though they are not as clear as during the day, they are still pretty good thumb

Uploading done....

1. Start of the night

2. A little bit of high speed action wink

3.Welcome to Singapore...City tour...Little India

Subject: Re: First GoPro test vid Fri Mar 27, 2009 2:57 pm

mtb wrote:

I am loving it so far!!! thumb

This morning I mounted it on the bike and tested the 5-sec pic function....

Not too bad if there's enough light wink

And Mark, I remember seeing you mounting it on the top of master pump right?

I copied that idea Very happy

, but I had to modify the base plate a little bit to clear those 2 screws (to make fluid change easier)....

However, somehow the plate seemed to deform a little bit, and now the quick release would have a little free play after clipped in, creating a nice ripple effect wink

Overall, I am happy with it thumb

Looks like you're having fun with the new toy. I didn't mount mine on top of the master cylinder, I mounted it on the front side of the master cylinder. The stick on piece fit there perfect, but my problem was the cheap plastic mounts kept breaking and cracking apart. It did give good video there and no wavy lines like your shots. None of the mounts I have left are any good except the suction cup mount and one of the quick disconnects I use on top of the helmet. I'm still worried about the helmet mount falling off at high speeds. I don't trust that plastic piece! I think the video from the handlebars is just as good, but you don't get to see as much around you since you are not turning your head like the helmet mount. I have ordered a Tech Mount for the handlebars and I'm going to make my own mount for it to mount the camera and my GPS on the same mount. I'll post some pics when I get it together. Love your videos. Always fun to see other people's riding areas.

Subject: Re: First GoPro test vid Fri Mar 27, 2009 5:03 pm

Wow... you are a strong man Mark! thumb

I wanted to put it in the front too... but thought the brake fluid would corrode the 3M and mount it on the top instead

once you are done with the mount, please post....

i love to copy, esp from you wink

Subject: Re: First GoPro test vid Sat Mar 28, 2009 3:04 am

mtb wrote:

I wanted to put it in the front too... but thought the brake fluid would corrode the 3M and mount it on the top instead

Well if your brake fluid is leaking out I'm sure you would have that problem, but it's not suposed to leak out! Here is what I had. Also notice the tether I have hooked to the camera for safety, in case it falls off. Good idea to add a tether no matter where you mount it...

Subject: Re: First GoPro test vid Sat Mar 28, 2009 4:10 am

There's several GoPro's to chose from. Which one did you guys get? And who has the best price?

Subject: Re: First GoPro test vid Sat Mar 28, 2009 4:33 am

INSTIGATOR wrote:

There's several GoPro's to chose from. Which one did you guys get? And who has the best price?

I went for the MOTORSPORTS package... the suction stand is pretty strong and neat

As for price wise.... I happen to find a local dealer here in Singapore... so can't provide you with much information...sorry Shog

Mark, I know it wasn't supposed to leak, but I am just preparing for future fluid change Very happy

Here's how I secure mine... an elastic lanyard thumb

(it's yamaha blue too!!! wink

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secured to the only metal part on the casing

Subject: Re: First GoPro test vid Sat Mar 28, 2009 6:09 pm

INSTIGATOR wrote:

There's several GoPro's to chose from. Which one did you guys get? And who has the best price?

I got the Motorsports Hero package with all the mounts and suctions cup mount. The plastic mounts are crap, but the suction cup mount is a solid piece and will last. I got mine through Yamaha, and got my employee discount so it was only like $130.

Here are the ones Yamaha offers. Use one of these part numbers and order it from where you work instead of Riva. It's cheaper if you get Yamaha stuff at your cost.

http://www.rivasouth.net/pages/catalogs/products/28/256/458/1/0/0/0/0/0/0/0/miscellaneous.aspx

Subject: Re: First GoPro test vid Sun Mar 29, 2009 4:12 am

mwakey wrote:

...I got mine through Yamaha, and got my employee discount so it was only like $130...

holly crap... that's cheap! baldy

Do you get discounts ordering parts? wink

Subject: Re: First GoPro test vid Sun Mar 29, 2009 10:36 am

mtb wrote:

Do you get discounts ordering parts? wink

Oh ya! Parts too. Very happy

I pay 10% over dealer cost. One of the main reasons I went with a Yamaha when I was shopping for a bike. Even though we are a marine dealer, we can order parts for anything Yamaha makes (or sells).

Subject: Re: First GoPro test vid Sun Mar 29, 2009 5:09 pm

mwakey wrote:

Oh ya! Parts too. Very happy

I pay 10% over dealer cost. One of the main reasons I went with a Yamaha when I was shopping for a bike. Even though we are a marine dealer, we can order parts for anything Yamaha makes (or sells).

Mark, do you take PayPal? wink

Subject: Re: First GoPro test vid Sun Mar 29, 2009 7:04 pm

mtb wrote:

mwakey wrote:

Oh ya! Parts too. Very happy

I pay 10% over dealer cost. One of the main reasons I went with a Yamaha when I was shopping for a bike. Even though we are a marine dealer, we can order parts for anything Yamaha makes (or sells).

Mark, do you take PayPal? wink

Sorry. I think you would have to be hired on as my personal assistant so the boss lets you get the employee discount. Very happy

Subject: Re: First GoPro test vid Sun Mar 29, 2009 7:30 pm

mwakey wrote:

Sorry. I think you would have to be hired on as my personal assitant so the boss lets you get the employee discount. Very happy

So are you hiring? wink

Alpha Rider

Piss off...I'm in line to be his sexcretary. Very happy

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Subject: Re: First GoPro test vid Sun Mar 29, 2009 7:38 pm

Don't worry... I will be stationed outside the door lurk

Alpha Rider

I could sit on your shoulders and you could wear the skirt...just look like a really tall woman. poser2

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