I have just bought one of these tonight and if anyone is interested I will put up some footage.
I drive a fully logo'd vehicle now of a national company and for the second time since xmas someone pulled in front of me on a clear road and slammed on their brakes for no reason at all, yet again i just, and i mean just managed to stop in time, probably another crash for cash scam.
its a fit a forget type that auto turns on and off, loop records in 1080 , date and postcode stamps ect.
I did try a cheapo last month for £15 from BP and took it back the next day !
anyway while in there i noticed that they now do a motorbike one, being fully waterproof. Its a bit pricey at £250 but if you want a fit and forget product there is nothing really else on the market. When we get another bike im having that one too. Im sure it could be fitted somewhere descreet on a fully faired bike
£99
(http://www.armourautoretail.com/sites/armourautoretail.com/files/402G_Camera%26Box.jpg)
waterproof model
(http://www.nextbase.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/171425.jpg)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPjgdYTAL7Q
I would rather buy these.. Smaller, Easier to hide and waterproof.
http://www.4kam.com/bike_camera_motorcycle_cam_packages.htm#46arp4
thanks debs thats useful, I think he needs to work on the mounting position. I dont suffer any camera shake with my gopro using similair mounts, however a japanese in line 4 is much smother than a flat twin ditch pump.
the key is to find a descreet but perment mounting position within the fairing ect
Quote from: Debs on February 02, 2016, 08:37:59 PM
I would rather buy these.. Smaller, Easier to hide and waterproof.
http://www.4kam.com/bike_camera_motorcycle_cam_packages.htm#46arp4
do they auto switch on off and loop record , bit pricey?
Debs that video clip of the stereotypical BMW owner is one which I commented on coincidentally a week ago if you look at the comments on YouTube for it.
Viper, I was looking at those cameras in Halfords and Maplins recently. I would be interested in seeing the quality of the footage as the chap in Halfords claimed the footage was as good as a Go Pro. If it is I will buy one.
I bought one of these. It can't be mounted upside down and I've had 2 replaced but others I know haven't had problems. The Ride+ is better but they are both quite cheap and do record on a loop.
http://www.dogcamsport.co.uk/roadhawk-ride.html
Quote from: viper on February 02, 2016, 08:50:24 PM
do they auto switch on off and loop record , bit pricey?
Yes they do.
The set up I have works well but the quality of the camera isn't that great. I like the idea that I can forget about it unless I need to view if something was to happen.
The fit and forget aspect is very important. If you have to bolt it on, turn it on, plug it in or have any interaction with it, the day you need it, it won't be working.
I like the look of the 4kam kit linked to. Will have to investigate further. A permanently installed quality camera has got to be better than having to mount/wire up everytime you want to use.
I did have a Drift Ghost but sold it for that very reason STX... Now I have this..
(http://i1273.photobucket.com/albums/y411/bikergirl1400/20141019_122021_zps421d6807.jpg) (http://s1273.photobucket.com/user/bikergirl1400/media/20141019_122021_zps421d6807.jpg.html)
(http://i1273.photobucket.com/albums/y411/bikergirl1400/IMG_5391_zpsf1kpyy2f.jpg) (http://s1273.photobucket.com/user/bikergirl1400/media/IMG_5391_zpsf1kpyy2f.jpg.html)
That's a very neat installation Debs :yes:
I've just had an email and the RoadHawk Ride is down to £70. It's a very cheap solution; I paid £100 for mine reduced from £150 but I think they are clearing the stock.
http://www.dogcamsport.co.uk/roadhawk-ride.html?utm_source=DogCamSport&utm_campaign=83f05b26d2-RHRIDE_DCS_Feb_20162_8_2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_9baf630c31-83f05b26d2-428031913
I have had a few issues with mine but replaced under warranty (twice) so might just be unlucky.
Halford and Maplin area selling the Nextbase cameras off discounted at the moment. Have a look at their web sites for more info.
Debs.....what camera is that you've got there ?
Quote from: The Wolf on February 02, 2016, 08:53:29 PM
Debs that video clip of the stereotypical BMW owner is one which I commented on coincidentally a week ago if you look at the comments on YouTube for it.
Viper, I was looking at those cameras in Halfords and Maplins recently. I would be interested in seeing the quality of the footage as the chap in Halfords claimed the footage was as good as a Go Pro. If it is I will buy one.
nothing is as good as a gopro, id give this camera a score of 8/10 against a gopro. watch out for what halfords tell you, my salesman told me that they dont have a back up battery...wrong, the files are encypted.....wrong and i would need to purchase a £30 hard wire kit to make it work....wrong.
once its tucked in behind my rear view mirror and wired in correctly it will be fit and forget.
I have however disabled the GPS antenna as it puts the indicated speed on every image, probably will work against me in the event of it being used as evidence. Im sure the opposing insurance company will deem any 34 mph in a 30 mph zone 10 mins before the incident enough to wriggle out of a claim
im happy with it and its superbly reliable
watch out for the suicide cyclist, i just knew he was going to do something stupid
https://youtu.be/lhj55AfKko8
Like Viper, I've been using a NextBase 402G for a few months now in the car, well impressed and can see why it's WHICH recommended!
Been looking for a bike cam for ages, various efforts failed or left me feeling nauseous with pitching!
Checked out the NextBase Ride, £199 on-line from Halfords, employer also gets 20% off so bagged one of these for £160, hoping it's as good as the car one!
http://youtu.be/sa61HrJiyyE (http://youtu.be/sa61HrJiyyE)
http://youtu.be/qeq1XYLV0ME (http://youtu.be/qeq1XYLV0ME)
Didn't have the correct camera RAM mount, so initail mounting attempts:-
Could be better, play and refine me thinks!
Good definition Dick and a neat installation too. that unit seems like good value for money :yes:
Thanks O.C., I'll need to fettle a bit but first impressions I'm happy!
Thought I had it sussed by turning off speed recording on the camera! :no:
GPS tracking / logging still active, Vipers got the idea! :embarrassed:
When you play back using Nextbase player / app, the GPS still produces your speed as derived from GPS..........hmmmm!
Quote from: snowr0 on February 13, 2016, 11:49:16 AM
Thanks O.C., I'll need to fettle a bit but first impressions I'm happy!
Thought I had it sussed by turning off speed recording on the camera! :no:
GPS tracking / logging still active, Vipers got the idea! :embarrassed:
When you play back using Nextbase player / app, the GPS still produces your speed as derived from GPS..........hmmmm!
I'm a self confessed numpty with all that editing stuff Dick :mfr_lol:, I'll say it again " I must try and understand film editing" :help:
I've lost count of the number of times I've said that ..................I'll get me coat :mfr_lol:
OC, video editing is very easy, even more so with the Go Pro if you use their free downloadable software.
Quote from: The Wolf on February 14, 2016, 04:12:06 PM
OC, video editing is very easy, even more so with the Go Pro if you use their free downloadable software.
cheers Steve I'll look into it ......promise :mfr_lol:
Quote from: O.C. on February 14, 2016, 04:49:34 PM
cheers Steve I'll look into it ......promise :mfr_lol:
Yeah, yeah, yeah, course you will! :popcorn:
Quote from: The Wolf on February 14, 2016, 05:04:38 PM
Yeah, yeah, yeah, course you will! :popcorn:
:mfr_lol: I've already had a quick look Steve, I'll load the programme onto my lap top (not this tablet)
There ya go ...first step taken...never say never :mfr_lol: :mfr_lol:
Dodgy Debs :punk:
Quote from: O.C. on February 03, 2016, 12:14:14 PM
That's a very neat installation Debs :yes:
Quote from: Debs on February 03, 2016, 12:27:28 AM
... Now I have this..
(http://s1273.photobucket.com/user/bikergirl1400/media/20141019_122021_zps421d6807.jpg.html)
That looks very discreet and uber-sexy. What is it / where can you buy them ?