Insta 360 X3 | How to mount on your motorbike for INCREDIBLE cine shots! Tips and tricks revealed.

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[@robdedgar]

Thank you! Somebody with an Aprilia that shows where one can mount their 360 camera! Much appreciated

[@jeshdhawan]

Nicely done. Some angles (and your trick of sitting on the stick) are unique and appeal to me.

[@RajeshHattangady]

Thanks Dave for showing the different placements for the 360 cam. You can try a couple of other positions too: #1: clamp on the handle bar with rod fully extended and resting on your left shoulder. This will cover you from close counter (behind the helmet) this will give the audience of watching the view from your eyes literally. #2: clamp on the rear end handle bar. Love your practical approach to the videos, keep it rolling.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Love these ideas Rajesh, especially #1. Cheers buddy

[@Pearl-hs4zh]

Simple practical tips. Tq

[@HarleyThrottleJuice]

We've just purchased an X3 to compliment our GoPro footage from our helmets. We have only had one test run with it and need to really get stuck into experimenting. This video has helped us greatly, very much appreciated.

[@fudzzz]

I feel dumb for never considering just sitting on the stick before coming across this video.

[@atv1509]

The first tip to sit on it is the best!!!! 👍

[@sabitaquaoremtesbikutakor5988]

Took me more Ryan a 10th of a decade to find this. It’s great.

[@mscottsimon]

At 0:21… “Stick around”. I knew at that moment I would be a subscriber.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

🤣🤣Good man, thanks for that!🙏👌🤗

[@IMRGEdmontonChapter1904]

Thank you for this video! I have seen other motorcycle mounting videos, and like you said, I can’t believe that it would be strong enough. Especially with the selfie stick. I didn’t want to find out the hard way. You confirmed this. I have wondered about other ways such as sitting on the stick or stuffing it in my jacket. I haven’t used the camera on my bike yet since I recently got it in winter. But spring is here and I can’t wait to get out riding with it. Thanks again!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Welcome mate. I made this video about 2 years ago but I still use all these techniques and they work perfectly. 👌🎥

[@RonniesRambles]

Thanks for putting this out. I just picked up the camera and will experiment with some of those placement 'techniques'. This will be a big improvement over my F/R dashcams.

[@SlowTrails]

Loved your Out of the box placement of Insta stick 😁

[@ritvikasthana]

you are the inspiration, sir. big hi and cheers from mumbai/India

[@bikerdash27]

Great video ! Many thanks for sharing .

[@Eddy11391]

Thank you. It was in time for guests.

[@cubgsan]

Good day to you. I am a senior rider on HONDA from Japan. Enjoying touring ,camping and video uploading. This is so nice 360 camera video Awesome!! Thank you so much for sharing! Full supported ! Have a nice day my friend!!

[@NorthbySouthwest]

😊Secrets if a Cameraman, who’d of thought you could use so many body parts for that perfect shot, thanks Dave 👍

[@WheelieGoodTV]

🤣👍

[@marekhlina74]

I am master of improvisation but sitting on stick?! What a great and simple idea, thanks.... Bought x3 yesterday!)

[@TSH2020]

Every days a school day!!!! Guess I will “stick” around until the next vlog😂😂😂😂😂 seriously well thought out and informative for those who are looking for tips and tricks with their camera set up.👍Nearly at 7K. Yippee.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks Trev. Yep 7K around the corner. 😮‍💨

[@motorman857]

As for mounting the 360 with the selfie stick fully extended on the handlebars or on the rear of the bike. I take a small piece of 2000-grit sandpaper and place it inside the clamp. I haven't had the camera slip using the sandpaper. At least so far. Neither does the sandpaper hurt the finish since it isn't slipping.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Interesting…🤔👌

[@JerryRomineStocks]

Thanks for creating the video. Much appreciated.

[@AuldhannRua]

The first time I saw your stuff I thought you were using a drone. Apart from the bikes it would be the quality of the imagery that first drew me to your channel. Great to see how the "magic" happens

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Cheers Dylan.🙏

[@glennollerenshaw8466]

Brilliant vid Dave, love the surfin safari style music too cheers Glenn.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Cheers Glenn!

[@powamoto]

I just like your hair😮❤

[@WheelieGoodTV]

🤣 In three years of motovlogging this is a first! 💇

[@RichyVida]

Pleasure to watch you at work, Dave!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Cheers Rich! 😜

[@THE-APEX]

Thanks! Coffee on me Dave. Your videos are wheelie helpful!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Very kind friend! Much appreciated 👍🎥☕️

[@timrodierides]

Cracking video Dave - really helpful and informative!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks Tim.

[@IanTed]

Still running my X2 with the motorcycle kit but they are amazing, like having your own film crew…

[@KrloxyAnneEnMoto]

I just got an old model of the go pro 360, but I think these tips will work for me too. Thank you so much! ✌️

[@Gripitandripit450R]

Brilliant excellent tips!!!

[@MrSTAdventures]

Morning Dave, good shout re sitting on the selfie stick getting the side views. Cheers for sharing the knowledge and have a fab weekend 👍🏻

[@petera1033]

Very educational thank you for posting. Pete

[@cubgsan]

Good day to you! I am a senior rider on HONDA Cross Cub from Japan. I am enjoying camping,touring and upload video. This is so nice video! Awesome! Have a nice day my friend!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks very much bud!👍🏍

[@3kdn]

Every time i watch one of your videos Dave, it costs me money. But that clamp looks really good. And for the record i got the Insta 360 Motorcycle handlebar clamp that comes with as a kit. It is the only one that will secure and stay secured on my mirrors on the Suzuki GSX GT. So thanks for the advice.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

🤣💰🎥🏍 Cheers bud.

[@maudievlogs5492]

Wow amazing video I really learn a lot on how to use a 360 x3 camera

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks Maudie.🙏

[@bigd3904]

Cheers Dave, great tips. Just finished catch up with Irelands Pass's looking forward to many more 👍

[@thecivvie]

Thanks for the how to. Not in my budget but will find a use for the tips. The it along Kylemore Lake, that is part of my playground, I love that section of the N59

[@Wicked_Lady_Memoires]

Thanks for showing some ideas. I actually do put my selfiestick on the ram mount. Never had a problem with it. Only with removing the ram mount of my bike to chamge its position. Maby i will just buy one more for the rear of my bike😅

[@HasanPatrawala-ey7dw]

Jacket one is something i try all the time

[@erichaglund7429]

Great vid, I love these simple tips. Just got the X3 and looking forward to trying these out. BTW, I love the music, who is it?

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Ooh not sure mate, made this a while ago but I get all my music from @Epidemicsound. Cheers.

[@ChrisLee-UK]

Nice video, I've just got the Insta360 x4 Motorcycle bundle and the Insta360 GPS Preview Remote. The clamp that comes with the motorcycle bundle is solid. I've used it a few times now in varying weather and it's great. The Preview Remote is a great addition too, just remember to update the firmware on the remote so it properly supports the 360.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks for the info Chris. I think it’s about time I purchased one.

[@TheoFourie1]

Thx best mcycle shots with a 360 Ive seen.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

🙏 Thank you.

[@graemeshaw9716]

Good vid as always Dave👍. Only comment re mic set up is you can't really hear the bike. It's a tricky compromise (narration and motorbike sound) I guess.👍

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Yeah all about placement really. So many variables like what bike you’re on, what helmet you’re wearing, even the weather changes what the mic picks up. 🤪👌

[@MikeHarveyPhoto]

Thanks for the ideas keep them coming.

[@Themotograndpa]

Thanks for the tips great views from the camera Dave 👍

[@RomeoHart]

Just subscribed bro im a motovlogger as well been thinking about getting this for more shots on my bike definitely going to get it now! Thanks for making this video!

[@foscamkoto2728]

Thanks for sharing. What stick are you using?

[@WheelieGoodTV]

That one is the insta 360 smaller version.

[@gbfilms5913]

Thanks Sir nice explanation on some new tricks

[@jeffhdpd782]

i need that clamp! Figures its outside the US> you guys got all the cool motorcycle stuff

[@WheelieGoodTV]

I’m sure you could still get it on Amazon US ?🤔🇺🇸

[@jeffhdpd782]

@@WheelieGoodTV well, I followed your link and the cost is in euros not dollars and it’s in Europe so I’ll have to see if I can find it maybe in the US Amazon market somehow. But it’s a perfect clamp for what I’m looking for because I’m gonna put it on sport bike with an Insta360 X3 the summer and I’m having a hard time finding clamps that I think are gonna be sturdy enough and strong enough to stay in place.

[@ianstewart576]

Stick around Dave. Very droll. Very entertaining.

[@PureEvolution]

great tips looking to add one of these to my Camera set for my tours thanks

[@fatihmutluel5000]

I love how confident you sit on the stick 🤣gotta try asap

[@MotoStringer]

Thanks Dave! I really enjoyed watching this video and the original from two years ago. Just ordered an X3 to place on my Honda ST1300. Not very many mounting options on the ST1300. Loved your sitting on the selfie stick ideas. PS. I am a 30 year veteran TV news Photographer here in the US.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Ah, we’ve a lot in common then. 👌🏍🎥

[@Cerebrum72]

Thank you very much.... very informativ

[@depechemoto]

Great tips, thank you!! Subbed

[@DFD1]

Great tips. Appreciated! I guess magnetic mounts are a no go for bikes. They are perfect for car shots though. The funny thing is I am using this motorbike clamp with a magnetic mount, as support for X3 on an extended selfie stick, mounted to a car via a suction cup mount. That setup works perfectly for some great 360 shots even at highway speeds. Might be useful for bikes too.

[@hitmanx001]

Hi Dawid, which magnetic mount / stick combo would you recommend for mounting on a car?

[@quickcalsgarage4782]

Great video!! At the 3:00 mark you say don't mount a selfie stick to a ram mount. Did something break, or it just slipped? What happened,,,lol. I'm setting up a gopro on a sidecar It would just make things easier if I used a ram mount. Just wondering if I should now or not. Thanks

[@WheelieGoodTV]

It’s fine to mount to a ram mount as long as you don’t extend the selfie stick beyond a foot as it will slip due to the weight.

[@tomstc]

Great stuff, I need that clamp but its out of stock! I have tried mounting on the selfie stick out the front of the bike but I tend to fixate on it too much!

[@marcheighton6436]

That's great Dave lots of good ideas to take in. All I need now is £500 for an X3 or indeed any other 360. Keep them coming great features. All the best Marc 👍👍👍

[@OzMOTO]

Another interesting video. I always enjoy your 'how to' videos.😀

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks buddy 🙏

[@360.Outdoors.Videos]

Thanks a lot for your revue ! 👍

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks for the message.👍🏍

[@rickchannel1985]

Wow thank you for your tutorial I dol😊

[@al_rasyid21]

Woww... Nice view 360 🤩

[@geetabatraofficial]

Really nice video and helpful... Any inputs on how do you start stop recording while riding and dont want to stop the bike every time?

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks Geeta, unfortunately not. I still stop the bike.

[@Mcanozcelik]

thanks mate great video and presantation =)

[@virginiatrailcameravideos]

I'm not quite following how you use the extended selfie with the third party doubt mount and how that's an advantage. I thought the weak point was the screw between the selfie stick and what it's connected to on the ball mount. Isn't that still in play? I think I must be overlooking something simple. Guess the self stick ball is tied into the third party mount but I'm not seeing how that reduced the pressure. Thanks.

[@360.Outdoors.Videos]

This is an amazing camera !🌟🌟

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Yep!👍🎥

[@justinharrison5517]

I need to buy that big clamp mount for my rs660. The insta360 u-bolt mount failed when I tried attaching it to my mirror because I couldn’t make it work on the passenger pegs.

[@rossydv]

Outstanding video/channel. Hey, Anywhere near Balbriggan? I may be visiting in the coming months!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Hi Ross. Yeah I’m an hour away from Balbriggan. Where you based?

[@rossydv]

@@WheelieGoodTV I’m in Canada but visiting family in Balbriggan in the coming months! I’ll reach out when closer to coming!!

[@vanislerider7311]

thanks some good angles.

[@davidmok108]

All good stuffs mentioned here! But how about the remote control? Do you think it is a necessity? Because of the camera that extended well beyond arm reach, how do you control it?

[@WheelieGoodTV]

I never ride for more than a few minutes in any of these camera positions, then I stop and fold in the stick so I just manually stop/start. I won’t be using the remote.

[@davidmok108]

owh i see, in that case is make sense@@WheelieGoodTV. However if riding in a group, that will be a problem..

[@thehobbyguy]

Do tou kerp it in.... Me mode..... Or what mate, ive bought one but the editing side of it makes me want to tgrow it in the bin lol

[@JohannesDalenMC]

Excellent video! Question, for those shots of you when you're "motovlogging" - couldn't you just use your Gopro mounted to your handlebars?

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks and yes I could but that means carrying another camera, keeping across another battery level and then more footage in the edit so I’m trying to keep it between the two cams now especially on longer trips.

[@joseph401]

I wish you could show a camera placement, then how the shot looks for each placement thanks

[@WheelieGoodTV]

I’m due to do another vid soon with more tips and tricks so will keep your comment in mind. 👌

[@ChaseJasperDown]

God I love that Aprillia! 😳 I always wondered how you got that side shot. Never thought about sitting on it. Nice video my friend! Thanks for sharing

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks bud. Are you any closer to getting yours? I have a vid coming out a fortnight today which you’ll appreciate!😜🏍👍

[@ChaseJasperDown]

@@WheelieGoodTV I’m trying to buy the bike cash so I don’t have a payment. I’m almost there. It’s gonna cost about $12,500 US. Can’t wait to see that video!

[@IshankChoudhary]

Great video very insightful 🔥🔥

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks Ishank.👍🎥

[@monkeybegood]

was looking for a how to on the 360. Great video, you seem like a very honest, talented. Great Ideas and tips for me to use. God Bless you. Sub. got a coffee for a thanks, you are a GOOD person, thank you!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Very kind Eric! Much appreciated friend.🙏👍

[@davidschultz8248]

Great video and some great tips. I only ride a scooter when im away on holiday. Could you please tell me if the insta motorcycle clamp would fit securely to a mirror arm.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Hi David, yes it will. Provided the arms aren’t crazy thick but it fits to all my bike mirrors no problem. 👊🏻🏍

[@davidschultz8248]

@@WheelieGoodTV that's great. Thank you very much for your reply.

[@passport_papii]

solid tips!

[@manifesto_viajante]

Muito boas as dicas!!! Ganhou mais um inscrito!!! Sucesso pra vc!!!

[@coconutz247]

where do you mount your mic transmitter? rode wireless? i enjoy all your vlogs.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

I’ve lots of vids on this Randal but inside my neck warmer (snood) held in place with the supplied magnet.

[@BabyCadet]

2:52 yub, exactly what I intend to do :))

[@adamg4754]

How do you keep the Selfie Stick from collapsing on itself when it's extended straight up or at a steep angle? I have tried 2 different selfie sticks and after about 5 minutes of regular riding the Selfie Stick will collapse on itself back into the shortest position from the weight of the camera. It's super frustrating.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

I use the Insta 360 selfie stick and that has never happened. I’ve been using it for years and it’s never happened once.

[@stevesherlockrides]

Hi and thanks for the vid - which is the link please fr that heavy duty bike clamp as the links above take me to the insta web site not amazon

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Here you go Steve. amzn.to/3l8HFnY 👍🏍

[@FortheLoveofCycling]

Great vid.

[@SushenRaghavendra]

Hi Great Video, I liked the mount, where I can get it ? pls help

[@WheelieGoodTV]

You can buy the mount through the link in the description below the video. I say this in the video. It’s on Amazon.

[@2Wheel4Fun]

New subscriber here. Very nice content, very quick and usable content. Thanks for sharing.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

And thanks for watching.👍🏍

[@YingYing-tx2ii]

Is there any way to mount it landscape with the motorcycle bundle accessories ? I need to get a vibration dampener and the whole thing will just stick so far out

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Yes of course you can mount it landscape but the vibration dampener won’t work for you as it’s designed for much lighter loads. You won’t need it anyway as the 360 lens takes out the vibration.

[@sanumahomed6391]

Hi, I just ordered mine, but I have been seeing reviews of the selfie stick breaking and ruining the camera. It took me a while to save for one, so im scared now, any advice to avoid this?

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Yes. Don’t attach the selfie stick to the ram mount. You need to lock it in with the double Manfrotto or sit on it as demonstrated in this vid. The ram mount will snap the thread in your selfie stick for sure.

[@YouT860]

Where did you stick that stick wow😂 6:18 still amazed😅

[@jwild666]

the clamp for the handle bars, you said not to put on selfie bar and extend because it wouldn’t hold. what if i put it on the selfie stick but didn’t extend it just to get a little more height, do you think that would be fine?

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Yep I’ve done that and it works fine. 👌

[@jwild666]

@@WheelieGoodTV awesome i have a ninja 400 and there is no room on the handle bars for the clamp so i got it clamped on my mirror. thanks for the help!

[@dviant13]

I'm looking at the x3 assessories, are you using the sticky lens guards?

[@WheelieGoodTV]

No. I’ve tried them but it really degrades the picture.

[@timparsons8515]

another excellent vid thanks Dave. the manfroto clamp is very useful but sometimes can be a big too big/lumpy to fit on certain parts of the bike, would be nice to see a lighter thinner option if you've any ideas?

[@efr6683]

I was thinking that. I have one for SLR work and thinking there must be a smaller clamp that could screw into the 1/4" adaptor on the Manfrotto...

[@bend1951]

Ulanzi makes a small, but strong clamp, that comes with ball joints and a 1/4” x 20 threaded end.

[@acdclife94]

@@bend1951is it any good?

[@richardedwards9805]

This is a brilliant video thank you Dave! About to buy the X3 to create similar shots to what you have demonstrated. Do you find that you use the 70cm stick at all or stick to the mount itself and the 114cm stick for the other shots? Many thanks in advance!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks Richard. I never use the 70cm stick. I always like to be further out for that drone effect. 👍🎥

[@richardedwards9805]

@@WheelieGoodTV great thank you! Thought that may well be the case! Appreciate the quick reply so thank you

[@dr.ptrkjc]

nice intro,LOL!

[@henkychen]

Very good👍😁👍

[@dpendleton525]

Love your material! Quick question if I may. Have you had any luck using the manfratto double clamp mount in center of the handlebars on a GS with the selfie stick slightly above the windscreen? I realize the insta360 will be directly in front of view. I’m preparing for a ride through the Alps and need to pack minimally. I’d like to have one good mount that will provide a variety of shots. I’ll be one of those guys wanting to leave it on as mush as possible so I’ll have it plugged in to the power supply on the bike. 😊Also, when the camera is mounted, do you use a remote to turn on/off or just press the power button? Much thanks!!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Hi there. The Manfrotto double mount is too bulky to fit the handlebars on the GS so for that purpose I just use a regular Ram ball mount and sometimes with a selfie stick collapses to its lowest level. I have also extended it whilst holding it with my left hand to make it secure just for a minute or so at a time. I bought the remote but it only starts the X3 recording (in sleep mode) in 30p and I record all my vids in 25p which is a huge issue when I’m editing the footage with my action cams so I just manually start/stop by pressing record myself. Your files are going to be massive if you’re planning to leave this recording, I hope you have a wonderful computer. Dave.👌🏍🥴

[@dpendleton525]

Thank you for the quick response and advise! Obviously, by my questions, you can tell this is new to me.😂 My goal is to capture the memories trip and share it with family when I return home. I had planned to buy an 256GB card for each day then transfer the card on to my MacBook for a backup each night. Your thoughts on how to manage files for a multi day ride would be GREATLY appreciated and welcomed. Recording everything seems impractical and unmanageable, especially on 7 day ride. Sounds like it is best to just reach up, turn on the Insta360 (in 25P) when I want to capture something noteable like passing through a small alpine town or notable landscapes feature, then turn it off, as examples. Thanks again for your time!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

@@dpendleton525 Hi Dave, you just answered it yourself mate at the end there. That’s the only way to do it although I must say I wouldn’t use a 360 as the only camera to document a trip like this. I’d use a DJI Osmo Action 3 or 4 as your main camera on a chin mount then have your 360 cam as an effects camera of you on the bike. The 360 image falls apart when you try and zoom in to scenery using the software whereas the Osmo in 4K resolution is stunning and allows a fair bit of post digital zoom as well as a much clearer image and far smaller file sizes. That’s just what would suit me of course but the processing alone will break your heart if you’re only using a 360 cam.

[@christopherclark2037]

Has anyonw got a link to the clamp at the end please

[@YmanAndKids]

would love to have one like that cam

[@FLYANDRIDE15]

Great video! New sub 🤙

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thank you!🙏

[@photographer8486]

If I buy the extended stick will I have the need to buy smaller one too? Can we use the extended selfie stick for the same cycle/bike shots? Or only smaller one is recommended?

[@WheelieGoodTV]

You only need the smaller one in fairness. The longer one wobbles around a lot and it affects the picture greatly.

[@photographer8486]

@@WheelieGoodTV but how will I get fake drone shots? And view from greater heights? And shoot unreachable places?

[@WheelieGoodTV]

@@photographer8486 well then buy the longer one….🥴