Motorcycle Smartphone Mounts
The smartphone holder has become the navigator for most motorcyclists, and the problem isn't keeping it still: it's keeping it still without damaging it. Here you'll find handlebar, mirror, and fork mounts, waterproof cases, and inductive charging holders. The catalog includes 108 active items, largely X-Guard branded, plus Cellularline Interphone, Kappa Moto, and Booster.
Motorcycle Smartphone Mounts: guide, tips, and frequently asked questions
Where to attach it
The handlebar mount is the most common and most stable, but it takes up space between the levers. The mirror mount doesn't require drilling and can be installed in a minute, but it transmits more vibrations. The steering head or fork mount is aesthetically cleaner and more protected from the wind, but it is model-specific.
Vibrations and the camera
This is the point that almost no one considers at the time of purchase: engine vibrations transmitted to the smartphone frame can permanently damage the camera's optical stabilizer. Holders with rubber dampers or dedicated suspension are designed precisely for this, and on motorcycles with two-cylinder or single-cylinder engines, they are not an accessory but a necessity.
Charging and waterproofing
Inductive charging mounts solve the problem of the battery running out while navigating, but they need to be powered by the motorcycle: a power outlet is required. Waterproof cases protect from rain; however, be aware that a phone enclosed in a case under direct sunlight will overheat and shut down on its own.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the mount damage the smartphone camera?
It can happen with rigid mounts on motorcycles that vibrate a lot: the optical stabilizer is the part that gets damaged. Mounts with rubber dampers or suspension significantly reduce the problem.
Is a handlebar or mirror mount better?
The handlebar mount is more stable, while the mirror mount is quicker to install and move between vehicles. If the handlebar is already full of controls and intercoms, the mirror mount is often the only option.
Does wireless charging work in the rain?
Models declared waterproof do. On the individual product sheet, you will find the degree of protection declared by the manufacturer: where it is not declared, we do not write it.
Does the mount hold any phone?
Clamp mounts have a minimum and maximum size, indicated in millimeters or inches. Shell mounts, on the other hand, are specific to a phone model.
Is a power outlet needed on the motorcycle?
Only for mounts with charging. If the motorcycle doesn't have one, the catalog includes handlebar USB and 12V outlets in the Motorcycle Electronics and Power collection.
