INNOVV K7 Dashcam System Test and Review - How does it compare to the K5 & K6, and is 2K enough ?

[@justthewayitis]

Don't forget to update your INNOVV firmware to get the best from this K7 system: "Step by step" guide here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnbWqa2toq6Ya6M

[@tommysuits7416]

Thanks for the discount code! Decided to go for the K7/third eye combo currently on sale

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Tommy, good morning, great choice and have fun with your installation, it’s fairly straightforward just take your time. Seasons greetings 🎄 Kind regards Carl

[@Cameron-uo6xy]

Thank you for the review, definitely helped me decide what cam to go with and to update the firmware to avoid any issues right from the start. Ride safe!

[@justthewayitis]

You are very welcome 🙏

[@jpaul4595]

Excellent video, very well done. Looking forward to the K5 video

[@justthewayitis]

Thank you 🙏

[@BackWithTheBoom]

Carl you are doing full blown god's work here, every question was (almost) answered, Ive never seen such a precised review of a item like this. Hats off , cheers ! To help you out , have my sub.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi RY, thank you for your kind words, glad you found the review helpful, 🙏 Ps: what was the part I didn’t cover or answer? Best wishes Carl 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@dalehawkes1698]

As always an excellent video on these products, I’ve gone a different way I use their H5 helmet cam as I’ve got three bikes and it was just too expensive for 3 units works a treat

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Dale, H5, very nice and a good idea. 👍 I can imagine it would be expensive kitting out 3 motorbikes. Thank you for sharing 🙋🏻‍♂️ Regards Carl

[@martinwilkinson2344]

Excellent, thorough and intelligent review

[@justthewayitis]

Thank you Martin 🙏

[@richardd9976]

Another excellent and informative video. Thanks! I'm sure I'll buy a K7 later in the year.

[@justthewayitis]

Thank you Richard 👍🙋🏻‍♂️

[@correykeen2956]

Great video, Carl. I'm glad you took a look at this camera system. Hopefully, you'll never need to use the recordings for anything more important than reviewing your ride.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Correy, I think we all hope that is the case, it’s nice to know something is there just in case. Best wishes Carl

[@chriscorkas]

Superb, nothing left to chance!

[@justthewayitis]

Thank you Chris, 🙏

[@clyde60148]

Very clear and informative

[@justthewayitis]

Thank you 👍

[@RogersMotorcycleAdventures]

I'm late to the party on this one, but thanks for this review - pretty sure this system is the way I'm going to go, as I'm solely interested in a dashcam setup so that my people know who got me. Videos for my channel will be recorded on my insta360.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi RMA, yes this is all we need to record the basics, as we both know it’s not an action camera, there’s much better equipment for that. Best wishes, thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. Seasons greetings Carl

[@CCooke-nm2be]

Another superb video. Very helpful. 😄👍

[@justthewayitis]

Thank you 🙏

[@GrahamBryson]

Excellent video, so helpful.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Graham, glad you found it useful, best wishes Carl

[@michielvandepol6765]

Your videos are more interesting than any of the paid streaming channels like Netflix and Prime! I was considering the K5 for a while but the K7 seems to be the better option. An installation video of the K7 on the new 1300GS would be much appreciated (if you don't have a 1300 available for this, you can use mine😅).

[@justthewayitis]

Thank you 🙏 I might take you up on your offer 😉

[@michielvandepol6765]

@@justthewayitis Any time, Carl!

[@gerryryan2302]

i had a K5 on my 1250 GS and very good it was ..the only downside is the file size , using the app to download footage takes an age, so it was always easier and faster to take the card out and do the transfer on a lap top..ive recently bought a 1300 GS and i am fitting the K7 to it as its more compact and files will be smaller so hopefully quicker .

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Gerry, yes the new 5.8GHz WiFi plus the reduced files size will help speed up transfers, although removing the micro SD card is still quicker 👍 Regards Carl

[@motoguzziv85ttbalkan]

Hi. I have one question please; Do camera creates any unreadable video files? I have one low price dash cam which randomly creating unreadable files and also for other price ranges i can find customer reviews with mentioned problems.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi, they all seem to vary in video quality, the more you pay the better the quality. The K5 probably has the best front video camera of all of them. It just depends on what you want from your system.

[@motoguzziv85ttbalkan]

​@@justthewayitisThank you for your reply. At this moment, I’m not looking for a video quality comparison. I’ve encountered unreadable files on sd card (where you double-click and get a black screen with an “unreadable” or “corrupted” notice). As i can see on web its not only me and there is quite a few products/customers with the same remarks. Bcz of I’m seeking firsthand feedback regarding reliable recording - creating readable (viewable) files. For me, the most important aspect of a dashcam is that it creates files reliably, quality being secondary importance.

[@justthewayitis]

Ok, so I can only speak of my experience with the Innovv K7 system I have installed. It works reliably and I’ve had no corrupted files or blank files. SD card quality is of course important as is having one of the correct specifications in terms of speed. Not sure I can help you more. I’m very happy with the system I have installed. Also, I prefer to remove the SD card and transfer files manually to my computer. Carl

[@primeHeretic]

Trying to figure out if the DVR will go under my seat, at 17:12 it says the DVR is 12mm thick, but the Innovv site suggests it's 81x56x25mm wondering which is correct?

[@justthewayitis]

I didn’t measure mine so if the Innovv site says it’s 25mm I would go with that. I mounted mine down the side next to the DIN plug. There is not a lot of space under the rider seat but more room under the rear seat.

[@stevenriechert]

Just measured mine for you as I haven’t fitted it yet .It’s 80mm by 60 mm by at most 17mm thick .I was wondering where to fit mine .I lifted the rear seat and it will just fit in a gap towards the rear light (not with Velcro though as you would never get it out) .I haven’t decided yet where it will go .Hope this helps

[@justthewayitis]

Thank you Steven 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@_JP18]

Can you confirm which wire off the DIN socket you connected the yellow wire to? You said the brown/black wire on your diagram, but it looks like the posi tap is actually on another wire (possibly red). Might just be the angle but appreciate any more info you have. Great video thanks!

[@justthewayitis]

Hi just seen your message I’ll check when I get home and reply.

[@justthewayitis]

So it is not the solid Brown wire. I used the wire with the Black line running through it which looks to me like a Brown wire with a black line. Carl

[@_JP18]

@@justthewayitis Thanks for getting back to me Carl, I really appreciate it! Excited to install this. Your videos are very helpful!

[@justthewayitis]

You are very welcome 🙏 I wish you lots of fun with your installation, it’s very rewarding 🙋🏻‍♂️ Kindest regards Carl

[@udowiepck5801]

Hi, is there another place for the control electronics as I need the connection to charge the battery in winter? Greetings from Cologne Udo

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Udo, as we only need a trigger feed you could use one of the indicators and find the tail light feed wire. Or still use the din plug but just take a trigger from it at the back and then reconnect it back to the side panel which is probably the easiest thing to do so you can continue to use it for winter charging. All you need to find is a live wire that comes on with the ignition. Greetings from Hessen 👍 Carl

[@Gary-UBIQUE144]

Hi, I currently have the K2 fitted to my 1250 GSA. Can I leave the cameras/cabling in place when installing the K7 to save me from having to remove all the panels etc.? TIA.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Gary, I believe the K7 has improved cables with new shielding to improve video quality, so I would think it’s best to exchange everything. Carl

[@slipthegreyhound]

Hi Carl nothing to do with cameras, but how do you get your spoked wheels looking so clean? Mine always look like they have a film of dirt on them 😊.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Slip, lol I use a toilet brush 🧹 for the area on the rims where spokes attach, and a special spoke brush on the spokes them selves. Amazon sell them for about 7€ But it’s always a pain when I clean the wheels Carl 😉

[@nikoscosmos]

Hi Carl, I´ve found that the advantage of Innovv systems is the camera clamp set up for the cameras is versatile. On the downside they always supply too long cables! Are dash cams much used in Germany? They have strict data privacy rules I understand. All the best from showery South Hessen, Nick

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Nick, honestly I have no idea if they are restricted here in Germany, I’ll try to find out 🙏

[@michielvandepol6765]

I'm not sure what the current situation is but in the past an action cam was strictly forbidden in Germany. You are/were not allowed to make videos in public places (e.g. roads..). It could result in hefty fines! For dash cams that do not make structural footage things might be a bit different nowadays. As long as you keep in mind that the footage might not be accepted as evidence in a court and privacy rules are very, very strict. I quickly checked and information from November 2023 indicated it is still prohibited to use action/dashcams. Maybe ask the Police in Germany?

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Michiel, that is very interesting I was not aware it is prohibited in Germany. I will also do some research. Thank you 🙏 Carl

[@thehexter1]

It’s much like the K3 I have on my K1600.

[@justthewayitis]

Great to hear 👍

[@SVL5631]

What good is a system when the license plate capture is so sketchy. Being about to capture a license plate is crucial! This need serious work to be capable of being a high resolution.

[@maximumsatan]

Hey, thanks for such a great video. I now want to buy this system after watching, I've tried to use your code through the Innovv link but can't get it to work, comes up as invalid!!! Any advice on if I'm doing something wrong please?

[@maximumsatan]

Sorry, should have said the Innovv UK link!

[@justthewayitis]

The uk site should be fine I’ll check later, but you can also order it from Weiser Technik UK and the code definitely works click here: www.weisertechnik.co.uk/product/k7-motorcycle-camera-system/ Best wishes Carl

[@maximumsatan]

​@@justthewayitisThanks. Would like to be able to order from Innovv for their free postage but the code just doesn't work there!

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Max, I have spoken to INNOVV. Yes the .co.uk website does not support my code, apparently it is a different company !!. So, INNOVV recommend you purchase directly from them at the INNOVV.COM site where you can use the code and receive free shipping. Alternatively as I have mentioned, you can use Weiser-Technik.co.uk who stocks Innovv products and who offers great customer service and support which is more important than free shipping from my perspective. when we buy this types of devices customer support is very important. Of course its up to you.... I have a FIRMWARE (how too) video going up in a few days that is related to the K7 Carl

[@maximumsatan]

​@@justthewayitisThanks so much for taking the time to clarify this, much appreciated. I'll look forward to your 'how to', Cheers 👍

[@jfbourdeau]

Is there a way to install it without removing the DIN socket and cutting plastic ? I am not very good with my hands LOL R1250 GSA 2021 tks for the video !! So if I get this right, to get the video recording to our PC, we have to get the SD Card out every time ? it can't be uploaded to our phone ( some WiFi stuff between the k7 and phone)

[@justthewayitis]

Hi , no cutting of plastic was needed, I just removed the DIN socket. I have several other systems mounted on my R1250GS 2021 bike so finding space under the rear seat was difficult for me. But on a standard GS/A you will have plenty of room. Yes you can transfer the files from the DVR directly to your phone via the InnovvAPP using WiFi ( 2.4 or 5.8GHz ) I hope that answers your questions 🙋🏻‍♂️, I’m currently at the ABR show in Warwickshire and very busy with customers and subscribers, but If you need more help just send me a message 👍 Best wishes Carl

[@jfbourdeau]

@@justthewayitis Hoo ok tks ! I though you cut a whole for this : 18m09 tks !

[@justthewayitis]

@jfbourdeau Ah ok now I understand 🙏

[@jfbourdeau]

@@justthewayitis Grrr I wish I could attach a pict here, I have the Lone Rider Head Lamp Protection installed on my R1250 GSA 2021. I think the innovv bracket use the same screw & emplacement... Don't tink I will be able to use their special bracket...

[@justthewayitis]

@jfbourdeau send me an email and I’ll look tomorrow [e-mail] 😉🙋🏻‍♂️

[@americawhereareyou]

With looping turned off, mine splits the videos into 12 min videos @ 1.19GB, 1080p@60FPS. Did you have that issue?

[@justthewayitis]

I haven’t tried that, and currently my bike is in a different garage while I’m filming a new bike. I’ll try to remember and check.

[@Tennisbull-match-statistics]

How long does it take to download videos via wifi?

[@justthewayitis]

If you mean the footage, it depends on what you want to download from the memory card in the K7 to your phone. But I find it fairly easy and quick. If you want to download a days riding it’s quicker to take the memory card out and transfer it to your PC. Carl

[@joezeke969]

It would be a good camera, but unfortunately the bitrate is too low (12K bit/s at 1080). The image is pixelated wrong quality. I will stay with my K2 with modified firmware (bitrate 20K bit/s) I will return the K7 to the seller. It was a big disappointment, and I was really looking forward about the EIS.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi, Thank you for sharing your experience and sorry for my delayed reply, if you want ultimate video quality the K5 is good, but for just recording what is happening front and rear i am happy with the lower cost and ease of installation. Of course some owners will prefer better quality. Have a great weekend, and again sorry for my delayed reply. Best Wishes carl

[@primeHeretic]

Do you know what the bitrate is at 2k?

[@bernardleger8478]

K5 or k7?

[@justthewayitis]

Best quality front camera is still the K5, but the K7 does a good job as a device that records everything in reasonable quality, plus is easier to install.

[@bernardleger8478]

@ I like easier to install, not looking to vlog. Happy with reasonable quality. Had some that had way too many wires. Thanks

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Bernard, good luck 🤞 with your installation 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@Kornholeeoo]

I don't see the need for companies to continue making products with inferior camera systems. I certainly will not buy a system lower than 4K now that there are many 4K cameras out there. So to me, the K7 is a huge bust. But that's just me.

[@RogersMotorcycleAdventures]

What are you looking for out of a dashcam setup? For me, it's 100% evidentiary. For recording videos that I'm going to put on KZbin, I'm going to use my insta360. Being able to see what happened in a traffic incident, and being able to read license plates at 30-50 meters is all I ask of a dashcam.

[@CapelAdventurer]

Really no need for anything more at the sort of speeds you're riding at.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Paul, correct 👍. The system is great for keeping a record of what is happening front and rear at normal speeds. For track use you would be better off using an action camera due to the increased resolution and frame rate. Carl

[@whatthefitt]

great video! How does this k7 compared to the Mercylion M3500?

[@justthewayitis]

Hello, sorry I don’t have a comparison to that system