How To Motovlog: Helmet Setup!

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Parts used:
HELMET:
Bell Helmet - Qualifier DLX w/ MIPS ► amzn.to/2qzYf2M
Quick Release Helmet Buckle ► amzn.to/2sdF6Rs
MOUNTS:
Curved GoPro Arm Mount ► amzn.to/2slVbDE
90 Degree Arm Adapter ► amzn.to/2sm3ZJM
RECORDING: (choose one GoPro)
GoPro Hero 8 ► amzn.to/2TV2Nwr
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GoPro Mic Adapter ► amzn.to/2qAHal6
Mic - Mono by Giant Squid ► amzn.to/2qFA7qo
Mic Windscreens ► amzn.to/2rTWu00
Micro SD Card / 64GB ► amzn.to/2qAE9RN
Micro SD Card / 32GB ► amzn.to/2qFQDH3
MOUNTING:
Velcro / Industrial Strength ► amzn.to/2rnLHKS
Zip Ties ► amzn.to/2sduCkS
Double Sided Mounting tape ► amzn.to/2sdw3Qt
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GoPro Hero 4 Setup:
GoPro Hero 4 Silver ► amzn.to/2rTQpRk
GoPro Hero 4 Mic Adapter ► amzn.to/2sm72BP
Hero 4 Mic - Sony ECM-CS3 ► a.co/4J3Qgvt
Optional Bolts:
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In this "How To" video, I go through setting up a new helmet for motovlogging. My other helmet was feeling a bit too heavy as of late, especially on the longer rides, and I was interested in getting a full face helmet instead of a modular.
So I went to a local shop and purchased a Bell Qualifier DLX with MIPS (and transition lens!) They gave me a substantial discount on the helmet, as it's a blem (front chin vent tab missing,) which works out as I'll never ride w/ it open since I want to minimize wind noise on the mic! Worked out.
I mounted a Hero 5 Black to my helmet for motovlogging, but I've included links for the Hero 4 Silver setup I used to use as well (camera / mic adapter / mic.)
The hardest part is running the line for the mic and getting it all nicely tucked into the helmet, but it's much easier with a full face vs modular. Other than that, pretty straight forward stuff.
Hope you all enjoy the video! Please post up any questions you might have in the comments below and I'll answer to the best of my knowledge.
As always, ride safe out there, & stay vigilant!
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[@BlockheadMoto]

I'm glad this video has helped so many people over the years! Checkout the updated video for 2022 here! - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4fHcqCYj9-WmpI

[@Petesmotoadventure]

Good job blockhead. Good audio quality. Nice to see another Florida rider with KZbin success.

[@BlockheadMoto]

Thanks! 👊🏼

[@m.kvlogs4697]

Sub My channel

[@JohnBehring]

Nice clean cam setup, props.Thanks for including the test run at the end too. Sounds good.

[@ThePricansaint]

Wanted to thank you. I have been watching your videos and although I am not VLOGGING, you tip with the buckle has been a blessing!! I ordered and installed it to my helmet and it has been such a game changer!! Thank you again for the great videos!!

[@JuanTorres-qb5ob]

before this video I always liked to imagine that your helmet was a block head like your logo.

[@lauragillis526]

juan torres That would be hilarious!

[@BlockheadMoto]

You wouldn't believe how long I looked for a squared up helmet, lol

[@lauragillis526]

BLOCKHEAD lmao

[@BrianWood]

Is this a gumby reference?

[@matthewsalvador9783]

I’m sure now, some companies would do customs helmets... I mean anything is possible nowadays.

[@RLMDesigns23]

Some of the best audio I’ve heard When you talk quieter it’s better. As you get louder it sounds like it breaks up a little but not bad at all. Exhaust is great also. Very clean. Wind noise was very minimal. Only recommendation is a dead cat for the mic. They have them on Amazon. I’m setting up my helmet this week. Hopefully mines as clean sounding as yours.

[@rebel_ltz]

Video idea, Blockhead: HOW to ride safe and stay vigilant. Safety tips, like keeping the high beams on and such.

[@BlockheadMoto]

lol, love it! I'll add it to the list :)

[@rebel_ltz]

It's super cool you answered. Have a great one! :)

[@Andre-Mostert]

I have now sorted out all the kit and did my first ride. Was awesome and I hope to do loads more. So much fun and thank you for getting me going.

[@CaptTwo6]

First time watching one of your vids...awesome job with very good instructions. Within 5 seconds of your ride I was like "he's in FL" lol. I am from the Tampa area originally but stationed in Japan now. I will start a moto vlog series as soon as the mic adapter comes in. Thanks for sharing!

[@motorcycleden]

Thanks for the video! Mrs Den and myself record dual vlog (rider-passenger) and we did use an external recorder which sounded great but was a huge pain. We switched to sena audio pack which doesn't give us very good quality. I think I may go your route and pick up a camera for her, so she has a seperate mic. Not sure which way we want to go but thanks again for great info.

[@city_escape]

Dude . it was really helpful for me who is seriously considering gopro 7 as a next cam but worrying about the way how to set. Thanks a lot bro. From korea.

[@BlockheadMoto]

Cool to be able to help out from across the world! Glad you found the video useful. Cheers from Florida!

[@NickyLanesMV]

I love the sounds when you do motovlogging.. its really clear

[@CubanRider]

Sounds excellent. You gave me a couple of new ideas, I've been struggling with mic placement picking up some wind noise in my last couple of videos.

[@BaggerBro]

you in Orlando brotha?

[@BlockheadMoto]

Glad to help!

[@brandennguyen1129]

what kind the microphone and adaptor do you used? where can i buy it? that's help me a lots thank you bro

[@aa1bb2cc3dd4]

This is great just for the gopro setup, for standard driving video "dashcam".

[@onemeaningsome3580]

Very nicely done, Block! (as always) The sound seems louder (clear/in a good way)... maybe it's just the positioning of the mic and the new helmet (different surroundings/acoustics). Thanks for sharing a glimpse into your setup!

[@BlockheadMoto]

Thank you! Yeah glad the sound comes across well, definitely easier positioning it in this helmet vs my HJC modular. Perk of a full face and cheek pads!

[@rosmotovlog1357]

Bro, it's been 3 years. You should make a new one with current tech.

[@mickfitz76]

I got the same helmet. It's so good. The airflow keeps me dry like no other. Great choice.

[@somedudeona6367]

How loud is it? I just bought one as my first helmet

[@Kornholeeoo]

Cool video. I have a Silver 4 on my Schuberth. One thing I find helps a ton is to go ahead and link up the camera to the phone so you can see the angles before you snug everything down. I leave the screws just tight enough to hold it and adjust the camera while wearing the helmet to get the best angle, then tighten them up. Thanks for sharing your setup. Pretty cool!

[@TonysGarage]

I setup my helmet using your video as a guide. Thanks so much for putting up great content.

[@BlockheadMoto]

+Tony's Garage Glad to help! :)

[@ineedalaught]

Awesome, Blockhead! I just moved my mic to the cheek pad because it picked up my breathing like crazy! I haven't tried it out yet, but I hope I get the same results as you!

[@BlockheadMoto]

Here's hoping! Should help a lot

[@thefilipinothunderjad6568]

What up blocchead!!! Thank you so much for these videos!!! I’m getting my first bike/harley in September... should I buy it used or new? Pros and cons? Any other tip???!

[@sunseeker8457]

It get the adapter to sick to the glue adhesive. Use some sandpaper to rub away the surface of the adapter where you want to sick it. works like a charm.

[@TasteBuddiesShow]

Ready to give my fans what they've been waiting for... thanks for the video!! Extremely helpful and I ordered everything. I have the HERO 7 so if anyone is wondering, it works!!

[@spenserjoseph8732]

....tf do you mean "fans"? you have 313K subscribers with less than 6k total views. smh

[@metalmilo12]

Thank you BLOCKHEAD. I am planning to mod a longboarding helmet for high speed skateboarding and this is perfect.

[@HovakMusic]

The GoPro setup looks very neat and clean, but the mix sounds distorted because it’s a shitty mic. I would suggest to invest a bit more and get a good lavalier mic from Sennheiser or some other reputable brand.

[@GreatOne2009]

Just bought the whole set up. $380 for all products you linked (As well as the Sena SMH 10-10). Spent $125 on the Bell DLX Qualifier without the sena cubby mount location. Spent 150 on the GoPro about a year and a half ago... so yah. Quit a bit of money to be able to begin Motovlogging

[@BaggerBro]

Dude , i didn't realize how much work you put in to the set up. Super clean install!!!! Are any of the local block heads gonna do bike night with us?

[@BlockheadMoto]

Quite a bit of work man!

[@forrestculver7301]

Thanks for this video. I got a GoPro for Christmas and I’m finally going to put it to good use. Probably no vlogging for me. I just want to record my rides. The camera on the helmet combined with my tall stature and my bikes small stature makes for a great view

[@timothynguyen300]

Thank you for sharing. Considering this setup as a safety camera.

[@justinwhite9418]

Timothy Nguyen Yeah, me too, video evidence is a must as a motorcyclist.

[@stewvlogs5084]

I currently vlog on 4 wheel, I am looking to switch up to 3 wheels soon and was wondering how you attached the camera to a helmet and managed to get good audio, now I know. Great video, the audio sounds so good, like your in a studio or something. Thanks for making this video👍

[@motokane2146]

Dude how about the hole on the usb side? Its open and can get wet when riding on a rainy day?

[@wilko527]

Which in the uk is most days.

[@Jaafar-vlogs]

Thanks 🦾

[@robthesamplist]

Another external recorder placed under the seat will catch the exhaust noise and you can edit it in and out will make much more entertaining vids..

[@e115zombies121]

glad to see your sub count growing, stay awesome man.

[@BlockheadMoto]

Thanks man!

[@AmputeeRider]

Great video. Thanks for this info, ill try and replicate this process on my full face helmet next weekend when my new GoPro hero 7 arrives.

[@1lbofflesh900]

I have that helmet that transitions lens is a life changer

[@capeRCouple]

only thing you done wrong was that you didn't heaten up the sticky side with a lighter...this helps it stick a hell of a lot better,you have to heaten it until the sticky part starts to sort of bubble a bit and you will find it will most likely never come off again

[@worcestersorcerer]

Just spent the weekend touring Wales with your setup. It worked very well indeed. Thank you very much!

[@kd8309]

Thanks - Great vid, and the angles were spot on!

[@mrdirtdart2239]

I mounted the GoPro Hero 5 to my Icon Variant helmet with " Sugru. " It is a mouldable glue that comes in a variety of colours. WAY stronger than the 3M double sided tape! Got it on Ebay and it is cheap as hell.

[@dockly9202]

Please do an updated video of this with the go pro 8 if anything changed with that setup as far as materials used and whatnot. Trying to order the stuff for mine right now as well

[@imacityboy69]

Thank you for the advise on the giant squid mic! Really worked perfectly! I had so much static and popping in mic cheapo mic. Thanks again for all you do!

[@BlockheadMoto]

My pleasure, glad it helped!

[@wingmangt]

Damn, mic placement worked from the get go. The moment I stuck my mic there tons of wind noise I guess i have stuff to do still. Good video mate.

[@BlockheadMoto]

Gotta love them cheekpads! Thanks man

[@johnfitzgerald4274]

Great setup and excellent audio. Thank you.

[@SHIFT-ED]

I have been avoiding buying so many helmets because they have Dring... Sewing the straps outta the way would probably be a nicer option.

[@Pitseolak1]

How do you factor in communication systems? Two mics?

[@jeffy3915]

You could use a mic splitter

[@ShahzaibDamnCruze]

Very nice!!!

[@ricardoruiz6612]

hey blockhead if you use the zip tie instead of cutting it twist it off at the base. it will prevent you from having to use tape. hope this helps

[@YNTGUNS]

This is the loudest helmet Ive ever owned lol. When I'm at high speeds on the highway there is a lot of windnoise coming thru my mic. Low speeds are fine.

[@CptSlow89]

You could mount it directly below at the chin.

[@MNMoto]

Thank you for the tips on setting up a motovlog helmet. I am a longtime viewer, really love your videos, and just started my own channel too. I can't wait for it to thaw here in MN so I can start vlogging my rides. In the meantime I live through you guys in FL.

[@JP1970]

No case for your GoPro? I used to use one, but now just go with the case that came with my GoPro and mount that to the chin mount...very helpful to see your set up. Thanks for the video!

[@MrSKOHC]

So I had to find this vid again (first full face helmet since the 80's (don't judge me). "let me see if I can make out what Mr. B used so I can duplicate"... I said to myself... then BOOM! You had everything in the links! You are amazing! thankyou! and love the vids of you and Ms. B riding and the journey she had from sporty to Soft Tail. then come the informative ones... just an amazing channel! thank you!

[@cmhdwg]

Good stuff!!! What is the setup that allows you to do dual motovlogging? How does Ms. Blockhead's dialogue come through you to get recorded?

[@FixwithDom]

Thank you for the lens in the center of the helmet tip ;) I will install a GoPro for my helmet soon, helpful tutorial. Thanks

[@vaderrides6305]

I totally didn't think about that until I saw this video.. 1 day after doing my setup.. Lmao! The camera is all good though can hardly tell a difference from the camera being centered or the lense bring centered its only like 1/4 inch

[@thakurivlogs]

Good vlog brother kee it up

[@GoonRides]

Does the Giant Squid mic just plug into the adapter? Or would you need another adapter for the 3.5mm? That’s what I heard on KZbin haha

[@montanaheaventush]

excellent video, great picture and sound quality.. i shall be following your guide when I can a steal a GoPro cheap enough off ebay :)

[@NateOdub]

Ha, I was recently considering the HJC IS-Max 2, but ended up getting the Bell Qualifier DLX myself.

[@BlockheadMoto]

Both good helmets! But the Bell is lighter, haha

[@zenandtwowheels]

Love the video's!! How do you manage to record her's and your audio in the blog with the Gopro? gotta figure that out before we go to the states for a 24 day motor trip

[@BikerNic]

I like your setup a whole lot more than anyone else' on YT currently. This will help me to NOT deface my helmet for a mount.

[@NortonYJunior]

Thank you for this video. I’ve been curious on setting up a helmet.

[@craiggrella]

Dude. Your videos are awesome. Thanks.

[@swooshmoto360]

Thanks for the tip! Need to do this on my content 😁 spread love from philippines.

[@DeoPondocDP11]

Thanks bro!!! Thats so helpfull! Im from philippines 👍

[@rysobaszkiewicz]

I used some super glue on some velcro 3M stuff to get the velcro to stick to the adapter. Works well for me.

[@001jaykay]

I got the same helmet, great fit and looks awesome, but the wind noise is a bit too much

[@BeardedBear22]

Hey Blockhead can you put a disclaimer by the Hero 7 link saying to not buy the Silver/White editions? I bought the Silver to start my channel and came to find out both the silver and white models of the Hero 7 don't support external microphones... Thanks bud and love your content! This guide is the only guide I recommend to my moto friends

[@pilkjaer]

Great video! Any particular reason why you haven't places mic om the left side? Then your probably could route it even more cleaner.

[@SnifftyDugan]

How does this setup work with a headset like the Sena 20S? What headsets are you and MS Blockhead using?

[@zedddddful]

Did you ever find out I've got a 20s and I can't have two microphones inside the lid.

[@BlueShadow777]

Hi Blockhead, Great video, thanks! A couple of queries... What about if the helmet has (like mine) an existing audio set (speakers and mic) already installed via Bluetooth? Can the GoPro mic adaptor be connected directly to the existing mic? What are the pros and cons? Will the Bluetooth somehow interfere? Appreciating your advice.

[@TheGimpyGarage]

Seriously, who the hell would give this video a ‘thumbs down’?? Friggin’ people. Great video! Thanks man.

[@VVoltz]

Thanks for the video, as usual, very helpful and entertaining overall. That mic adapter brick is horribly big. As I understand the older GoPros did not need that, why do you think it was worth upgrading to the newest GoPro?

[@BlockheadMoto]

My pleasure! The older GoPros had much smaller adapters, better for motovlogging. The new adapters offer the ability to recharge while that adapter is still connected, through their USB-C connection on it. Why do I think it was worth upgrading? MUCH better and longer battery life vs the Hero 4, and image stabilization. Two things that won it over for me. Plus I can buy Hero 5 Black's at the cost of Hero 4's, so that influences my decision, too.

[@motogam3355]

i'm new in motovlog, this tutorial setup in helmet is a big big help to me, as a new in motovlog. i wish i have to! now im using a local sport camera. GoPro good quality video in motovlog. thanks for sharing this tutorial setup... new friend here...

[@tx5libratx]

Bolts you need M5 .08 X 20mm allen head -stainless

[@fistbumpbiker4214]

Isn't it best to use an external mic recorder?

[@Dede230]

Another top video of the partner galaxies. I would like to know the settings of your GoPro hero 5 camera. I also do bike videos, in my case, I make videos of moto rsrsrs track. Thanks and congratulations for the excellent video tutorial.

[@BlockheadMoto]

1080p@60fps, superview, img stabilization, auto low light, external mic in stereo only

[@Dede230]

BLOCKHEAD 👍 ty brow

[@StevePotgieter]

0:54 Im looking at my window thinking there is a cat outside my apartment. lol

[@ridingwithrobb5370]

Was the cat outside or indoors or inside the helmet?

[@sarahthomas7452]

This video is really helpful. I am learning how to motovlog and I want to make sure my setup is good. So far best video I have seen. Thank You Blockhead!

[@lukiarawls5336]

Very helpful video. Thanks!

[@ranganathannandakumar4463]

Nice and clean setup. Amazing.

[@Passion2wheels]

excellent bro ! thanks

[@capixabanyc756]

Thanks for the tips, and it is a good start up...

[@kixx027]

Thanks for posting bro..i will set up mine..btw new subscriber here..peace ✌

[@dfitmoto2220]

Great video as always

[@iMotoVlogs]

Very nice...love to see this kind of set up.

[@LeviSiccard]

great idea for strapping the velcro!

[@bmwrider1931]

sound quality is amazing i will be buying the same setup

[@hagarthehorrible1391]

I've heard that if we record using the audio adapter and the quick capture mode, audio doesn't get recorded. I love the quick capture while riding. One press to start recording and one step to stop. I want to use the audio adapter going forward. How do you manage the turning on the camera in this case? Turn on using the Mode button and then press the shutter button? In that case do you turn it off by pressing and holding the Mode button?

[@VlogCity]

How does this setup work in the rain?

[@AllanAlmonteVlogs]

Cool helmet setup mate

[@TWylie]

I was about to go to bed but this video came out haha

[@BlockheadMoto]

haha

[@willwork4schmeckles161]

haha

[@7Bytez]

Thank you for this!

[@TheeLadiesMan]

Is there an adapter for the GoPro Hero that is bluetooth so if you have a bluetooth helmet that you can use the audio that way?

[@StuntMenLive]

This guy replaces Double D rings with some aftermarket clip-in mechanism? Do you not know that Double Ds are the safest helmet attachment out there and when you get use to it it's pretty quick to latch on.

[@trailsofliving5837]

Great tips. I am just getting started my own channel, and these come in handy

[@didnthurt4077]

Have any issue of the 3M coming Off? Im kinda worried that my gopro might fall off while riding.

[@ZENUSSA]

Great How to video on this topic you've answered my question on motoblog filming however, What was your setup for filming this video.? I tried filming a video on a product the other day and was very frustrated on actually how difficult it is to make a good looking video of products while trying Video record it. Thank you for all your videos.

[@BlockheadMoto]

Settings for this video are my normal 'product' video settings: 1080p @ 60fps, Wide, Image Stabilization On, Stereo Recording On. Definitely difficult, just have to find what way works best for you. Cheers!

[@ZENUSSA]

BLOCKHEAD sorry less technician which camera are you using and what the hell is it attached to?? It's almost seems like your wearing your helmet while filming this video? I'm just trying to get started so looking for the camera and how you filmed it in this video. The camera had to be attached to your head some how....

[@tarokanashiro4523]

Hey man love the videos! Just a thought but maybe some lock tight, lock washers, or neoprene nuts on your replacement bolts for your GoPro mount. A little extra insurance that they won't loosen off while your riding

[@BlockheadMoto]

Haven't ever had the previous ones loosen up or come off in over 2,000 miles. I think b/c the mounts are actually plastic, they might absorb any vibration, plus it's stabilized for the most part b/c it's on your head. Not much vibration gets to the bolts. On Loctite note though, I move my camera around constantly, when putting it on and taking it off the helmet, so imagine it'd wear out kinda quick.

[@HeadUpKneeDown]

This is so helpful as I already have this exact helmet.