Insta360 X3 Review - BEST Action Camera For Cycling + NEW Handlebar Mount

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Insta360 X3 Camera - store.insta360.com/product/x3?insrc=INREUNG&KOL&X3Launch Third-Person Bike Handlebar Mount - store.insta360.com/product/thirdperson_bike_handlebar_mount?insrc=INREUNG&KOL&X3Launch

[@dujoducom]

Great video! What are you using to record audio, sounds really nice!

[@dodginglions5163]

That is an absolutely sweet set up right there, thanks for sharing this video, very well done and informative as always!…😎

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks 👍I really like this new setup.

[@DJ-Daz]

I have the X2 but I damaged one of the lenses 🤕 But as a cyclist, I have that portion of the lens downwards towards the road, so it's never noticeable. I will probably upgrade to the X3, but that handlebar mount looks as good as the new camera. For anyone who is in two minds about the camera, especially the software to make full use of the camera.... the desktop application is AMAZING and so easy to use, you'll be using it like a pro in 10 minutes flat.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Sorry to hear that, the lenses are easy to damage I think because they stick out. But yeah, the new handlebar mount is also really exciting and makes filming with this so easy.

[@SimplicityForGood]

the desktop version? is the version for laptops better than the version you find in smartphones and tablets? thanks for letting me know

[@DJ-Daz]

@@SimplicityForGood hands down YES!

[@SimplicityForGood]

@@DJ-Daz thanks, I had the misconception that the app on the iPad/iPhone was much better... does it have an in-app for social media like instagram or KZbin? ... is there a way to broadcast Live directly while you film with the insta 360 3x? like you wanna do a news piece like me for cultural events, ... I was thinking I could hold the 360 3x on a leg stick with one hand above to the side of me and a person while using the Rode Interview Go connected to the insta 360 3x and the reporter/interview handle connected to the rode go mic and do an interview while the camera do the filming Live for me on insta or KZbin... is there a possibility to do something like this? thanks for getting back.. is in the process to figure out what camera I should get for a one man band so to speak for stand ups, interviews and bicycle trips this Summer! 😃

[@DJ-Daz]

@@SimplicityForGood OH and DO NOT get the GoPro unless you are a professional video editor and full access to Premier Pro.

[@luigitoluphoto]

10:54 - Superwoman - Not yet The transformation to become superwoman is processing 😆🤗🤗👏👏🚲🚲

[@TwoWheelCruise]

She's definitely on her way!

[@durianriders]

Da Nang looks great! Get the lens protectors. i dropped mine off my bike and lens got mega scratched.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

It's a great place to live and cycle.

[@CyclingLabs]

I’ve been looking at buying a 360 camera and this one is now definitely on my list. I love the idea of the multi mount as well, will define clean up a busy cockpit.

[@DavosPessos]

Question for you, how do you get the camera to point to you then to what you talking about then back to you while riding? Is this done in post with the app ( so do you just talk over the footage and then rotate the image in post ) or does the camera mount have a remote or hand gestures to like rotate the camera? Great video and great chanel btw I've been following you both since you been on them foldy bikes. Absolute love your chanel👍🏽

[@adrianjenkins9264]

How does the loop function work? One reason why I would invest in a 360 cam is for my daily commute to work, and for recording traffic misdemeanours by drivers. Sometimes I can catch 5 or 6 incidents. The GoPro has a video highlighting feature to help you find/remember the incidents. Could the Loop feature be used as such, please?

[@eliastv5498]

Take care of yourself! Love the videos. Looking forward to the upcoming move. Cheers!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thank you!

[@ez22009]

Love the stability and the street level views.. 💪. The color is vibrant too . ..

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! 😁We like it too.

[@NightOwwl728]

I'd imagine that this camera would be great for B-roll shots to supplement the primary chest/helmet mounted one since it captures everything and the new handlebar mount would make it easy to do. Of course, that would mean more editing time, but, might be worth it on occasion.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Yes, the editing time increases, but not so bad if it's just b-roll shots.

[@juliuscaesar8801]

Front shots appear terrible.

[@secretariat-13]

Wow! I’m sold, love all those features, you’re a good salesman Cruise. Thanks

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! 😁

[@kianteck63]

Video looks great with X3. Thank u for sharing. What is the video setting u use. Is it in manual or auto setting.

[@SparePartsCartoon]

Great video! Do you edit the videos in on the computer or is there a way like you’re doing key frames and changing the angles of the camera and just using your phone to upload videos?

[@dolittle6781]

Very nice review--the best for this product I've seen on KZbin. One concern is the fish eye lenses that distort the field of vision--most noticeable when tall street light poles and trees become bowed. Is there a way to prevent such distortion? Is it something that happens only in 360-degree modes? I'm also wondering about whether or not it's possible to setup the handlebar mount and camera to show a clear view of what's behind you--similar to third person motorcycle mounts I’ve seen that connect to the saddle with the 360 camera facing behind the rider at maybe a 45 degree angle? This might be and important view to capture. Many thanks for previewing this camera for us. Hope all is going well with you back in the States. Look forward to your return in 2024.

[@salmanshami]

Hi, nice videos. Thanks. How do you capture the sound? Do you record sound on some other device?

[@yami2227]

While 360 cameras are amazing for bikes and I think it's almost like a revolution in bike ride filming, I prefer a good camera strapped on the body still as a watcher. edit - 360 cameras bring variety and more options for video makers with a good quality video, I don't think the technology can fully fix perspective to be the same as a normal camera tho.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

It is amazing how much they are improving lately, but still hard to compare with a good camera on the body 😁

[@CrazyLittleBikerGirl]

When you hold the camera on your hand at the end of the video, did you use / unscrew the carbon fiber stick that came with handlebar mount?

[@wingy72]

Which one do you prefer, this or the RS? If you were to only keep one? Seems like the 360 is more versatile....

[@TwoWheelCruise]

For KZbin, I like the RS because it gives you both 4k flat and 360 shots. But I know some people who exclusively just use the 360 lens. We generally use 4k flat video because it is less editing time with the many hours we film each week.

[@randyc7351]

Wow. Vietnam is beautiful!! I would love to ride my track bike around the sea side there ..awesome video

[@bengt_axle]

Not having any motorbikes in that shopping area really makes a difference! Looking so fit Thuong-san! Let’s record in 360!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Yeah, I wish they restricted motorbikes in more areas. It's a nice change.

[@mancello]

Good job Cruise. I've seen other KZbinrs with similar gear. Gives you a lot of flexibility in camera angles and perspective.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thank you! Yeah, we have a lot of ways we can film now 😁

[@FlatTireVlogger]

Nice 👍 camera iwish i have that this comming Christmas 🙏

[@hawarial-fath1792]

it's cool to have this POV,but does it have a case to protect the lens while recording?

[@TwoWheelCruise]

I think there are some case options, but they would greatly reduce the image quality. You shouldn't need it as long as you are careful while holding the camera, but I always put the cover over the lens while I'm not using it.

[@bengt_axle]

Maybe you can bend a piece of metal or rubber tubing to make a frame or bumper so that when it falls the lense won’t contact anything.

[@-NateTheGreat]

I like that camera mount for your road bike. Wondering if it can be mounted to my Mtn Bike handlebars

[@spingirl4855]

That’s a great camera!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

😁

[@gomitch2]

Wait. When you are following the girl are you using the 365 or are you using the 4K camera? When you're going through the construction area and we have a straight on view is that from the 365 or is that from the 4K camera?

[@SaepulohEpul]

what are you using mode in this video? But i'm got an information from others youtuber, that is have a problem for smooth mode in 3K 100fps

[@lqqkitslory]

I’m thinking of getting one! Where are you recording the audio to please x

[@CanyonWanderer]

Great review, nice mis of lighting conditions etc. The whole idea of choosing the framing "in post" is such a game changer! At the moment I find it a bit too costly for my 'just cruising as a hobbyist' shots, but otherwise I'd be totally in to this!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thank you! The post editing feature is very convenient.

[@opskip7828]

Nice shots! What speaker did you use?

[@touchkagnel167]

Hey cruise is there any new video coming out on the Mtb build 😁

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Not anytime soon unfortunately.

[@solusikolam1587]

wow amazing really enjoy this video Insta360 X3 360 great for youtuber-cycylist

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thank you!

[@Sir-Kay]

As a cyclist do u ever feel the need to screw on a lens guard? if yes, standard or the premium ones? & why one over the other? how did u get such a crisp audio too, what audio setup is that? thanks.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

I don't use the lens guards while filming, but the premium lock on ones with the X4 look really good

[@Sir-Kay]

@@TwoWheelCruise Kidding me? what if it falls down, you know it's breaking right? or you're just so well off, you're ready to throw $600 down the toilet or maybe you get sent these things for free, I won't be surprised.

[@Rubiodiamante]

A lovely and entertaining video from beautiful Vietnam. I have the very same camera yet still in an unopened package. I look forward to using it in various activities, too.

[@edlopez3165]

Hello, could you use this camera to look behind you as you ride?

[@curtisrose]

Keep up the great videos! I’m interested in one of these camera’s myself. I ride motorcycles and have a GoPro 10 and a helmet mount, but this thing looks really cool. On a side note, Thuong is really progressing! She’s inspiring me to get back on my bike to get back in shape. Tell her to keep up the great work.

[@MobotSg]

Woahz...the new cycling mount is much better than the old one.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Yeah, this one is really nice.

[@NeilLavitt]

Wow, it’s almost a near drone view! So impressive.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

It feels like a drone when we use the extension pole maxed out 😅

[@camperp195]

Very stable,considering you were bouncing around on the bike,very impressive 👍

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Yeah, some of these roads are pretty bumpy

[@dannyeicher6173]

Great camera. Thoung looks so strong on the ride. Liked the twirl of the camera, pretty cool results of that. Thanks for sharing you two...🎥😃👍👌👊🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️💪🙏

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! She's getting really strong lately 💪😅 I can't take it easy on rides anymore haha.

[@johngorentz6409]

I'd like to see more of what you did with the Bullet Time section. What sort of button-pushing do you do during the course of a long ride in order to get your camera started. What do you do when the battery runs out, etc? I have a GoPro Max (as well as other GoPro cameras)_ and am interested in how they compare when it comes to set up. Anything that means more time riding and less time pushing buttons and selecting menu items is as plus!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

The battery is pretty long, but you can bring a spare battery which is what we usually do. Or you can use a portable charger and charge even while filming I believe.

[@johngorentz6409]

@@TwoWheelCruise I have several spare batteries for each of my GoPro cameras and I also use a portable charger when the physical setup makes that possible. The question is what button pushing goes on when I switch and do I need to get my phone involved. I wish reviewers would show that process in detail (some of which you did in your Bullet Time section, which was a good step in the right direction for the review process).

[@Grimreapervlogs]

I have a question hope u can answer it I have a ncm milano plus since it has the screen in the middle of the handle bars do u think it's possible to also add the insta 360 third person bike mount onto the handle bars of the ncm milano plus ? I don't have any local shops near me to be able to go to and see the mount in person to see if it's possible to mount it on my bike

[@Tanner_Video]

Hey could you share your settings you used for the video? Just bought one.

[@balwa999]

Can the Third-Person mount fit on a small racing bmx bike handlebar?

[@collinsph5113]

question, do you have any mount recommendation for flat dropbar that can capture the same angle in the video?

[@CrazyCranker]

To change the view from front to back while you were riding, did you have to stop to make that adjustment or was it done in editing? The footage looks amazing! I'm almost sold. Was wondering about the battery life and is it possible to plug in a external USB battery pack?

[@TwoWheelCruise]

You can plug into a USB-C battery. We just turned the camera on 360 video mode. When we edit it later we can choose the keyframes and positions throughout the video. You can export it multiple times if you want to get multiple angles at once.

[@christill]

Re-enacting the channel logo with the selfie stick setup. Probably a good reason in itself to use it occasionally. And it’s a nice change up.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

This channel did start with me mostly using the selfie stick 😅

[@cycling9945]

Love this camera just got one haven’t used it yet had the go pro max for a while my ex girlfriend pawned it and never got it out so I purchased the x3 and I can’t wait for Mount to come so I can start recording 💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿🚴🏾‍♂️🚴🏾‍♂️🚴🏾‍♂️

[@NTuneLabs]

Thank you for the great video... I love your bikes too by the way.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! We love our bikes 😊

[@thibaultbollen5364]

How did you attach the gps mount on the insta360 handlebar mount?

[@samtype9968]

Very nice video agen cruise, can you show how your audio setup cheers

[@bikingchupei2447]

don't know if vietnam is similar to taiwan, but if you ride near rice fields during early morning or the afternoon when the sun starts to set, you would encounter countless flying little bugs bumping onto your face.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

It is the same in Japan too. We didn't experience any today, but there are a lot of them in Thuong's hometown in the countryside.

[@atletangpuyat2554]

are you using internal mic here?

[@grecinos2]

Wow! Love it! I like that the camera can remove the extension stick from view. It reminds me of the Mars rovers when they take selfies. It looks like there was a camera man taking the photos or videos. The “whirly” cord is very clever, I can see very slight distortion, but otherwise yields the intended effect.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! It is really cool how the stick is removed from the video.

[@landmanland]

Nice vibrant colors without getting too much washed out shots. I want to try a 360 camera for skiing, but I haven’t found yet a good way to have it mounted.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! We didn't do any color grading in this video, so it's the natural colors from the camera. I used a normal selfie stick while snowboarding once, it was pretty scary 😅 kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJ2QnnpqjdBkitU I think with skiing you can mount the 360 camera on a short extension pole connected to your stick?

[@landmanland]

Perhaps if I can mount it on top of the pole grip.

[@senjo24553]

I rather choose this one than gopro 11 because of all the features specially the single lens mode.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

It does let you do a lot more.

[@ChoaYeon]

I’m going to need to get that Bike mount and the computer mount cause this looks so much better compared to the other bike mounts

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Yeah, this new mount is AWESOME!

[@ChoaYeon]

@@TwoWheelCruise where did you get the Computer mount? I don’t know what to type on Amazon to find it haha

[@allaboutbicycles9858]

Excellent vedio, You should do a vedio about how to edit 360 recording into this product

[@fekkyb]

Interesting shots.📸 Like them all. 🙂👍🏼

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks 👍

[@Stevenafoe]

Any idea how long it will record (with one battery) ?

[@canmtb4676]

Do you think that the bike mount can withstand with the use on MTB riding trails ?

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Yes, but I probably wouldn't use the extension pole on rough stuff. The top or bottom parts of the mount will work fine though.

[@paulortnakamura2968]

Very good stability!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

It's really impressive.

[@Jonislol]

Just wondering if you could recommend a good place to rent higher end bikes in Japan. Specifically Osaka?

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Sorry, I don't know.

[@Jonislol]

@@TwoWheelCruise appreciate the response. It seems good rental bikes are like gold dust. I’ve decided to just bring my own bike :)

[@cutenekko]

Please upload some of your ride videos to Rouvy! This camera looks perfect for that function.

[@DiariesOfLSnPG]

I miss you bothhhhhhhhhhh but i wish to see you more often.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

We uploaded twice this week 😅 Gotta film more videos.

[@sompasongs]

It looks great!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks!

[@kaihsieh9594]

Must have missed that video, but what happened to your Specialized helmets?

[@TwoWheelCruise]

We still have them, using both now.

[@ultimatelv27]

How long does it continuously record for?

[@Helcc]

Which one would you recommend insta360 go or this

[@TwoWheelCruise]

This one is a lot more versatile

[@TerranZerg]

Hi, Whats the best option for Aero bar mount? Hardly seen one

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Defeats the purpose of aero bars. I don't think anything will work on them, so some kind of stem mount might be the only option.

[@IRSA1]

Wow! Check out the length of those arms and their gigantic hands. An interesting angle on the human shape ! But seriously, although at times it feels a bit like been trapped in a vortex or heading towards a strange narrowing perspective, once you strike the right balance with this brilliant camera, you will be able to create some impressive footage of your rides. And by the way, you both look great to me !

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! It's always interesting to see things from new perspectives and hopefully we can work down the best ones that work for us.

[@CyclingInTheAlps]

Great video.

[@andrewa.3304]

How long can it video interested in buying one thanks for sharing

[@TwoWheelCruise]

about an hour, but longer with external power

[@returnedfrompanama]

How are you recording the audio?

[@Fredrock88]

does the mount fit into M Brompton handlebar

[@kilvensalazar3818]

Is this possible for aero handlebar.?

[@randomroads7314]

Great video. You sure are tempting me to get that. I am recording on my Note20 5G attached to my bike. I made my day 2 3 hour long video of my ride towards to Nagano from Saitama. Now just have to figure out how to get people to see it.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! The bike mount is especially nice for filming cycling videos.

[@curaytv3738]

Wow sana all Ganda na camera pang vlog baka may pinaglumaan kau donate nalang

[@ksc8673]

I noticed a little bit of shaking with extension I am sure it would be very noticeable without stabilization. When chest mounted is that the most stable ? Superwoman keeps improving PR's. Pretty soon she have to show us some wheelies :)

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Body mounted cameras will always be more stable than bike mounted cameras. The body itself is a natural gimbal, while the bike (especially road bike) absorbs all road vibrations. It probably would be better with a FS MTB.

[@ricecoffee3968]

👍 More like this. Awesome. Not the bullet 🤢

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! 😂

[@Grimreapervlogs]

How do u turn the footage around to face u or face forward like in your video you are changing the view to the front then facing u. Can you explain how you actually do that sorry to sound stupid just not sure how u do it

[@Grimreapervlogs]

Also how do u use a external mic as well your not using the insta 360s mic are u your using a external mic right how do u set that up to be able to get audio as well

[@TwoWheelCruise]

In the editing software you create key frames at different times and can choose the direction you want at that time. Then it will automatically change position to the next key frame point and position you make on the timeline. There are many tutorials for this on KZbin. We record our audio with a separate recorder and sync later when editing the final video for KZbin, but Insta360 also has direct microphone adapters which are much simpler to use.

[@Grimreapervlogs]

@@TwoWheelCruise thank u

[@bagusla_alhamdulillah]

Did you experience the battery get hot ?

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Didn't have any overheating problems with our Insta360 cameras, but it often happens with our GoPro Hero 10.

[@d.henderson1347]

Wish you move it left and right to get a better side view of yourself actually on the bike and show off your ride a bit while in motion. That’d be extra cool especially if you had a fire ass customized bike

[@shingadebabu2446]

can i edit insta 360 x3 videos on redmi not 10 pro max???

[@tayyabjawadonbike]

I need this bicycle mount kindly guide me

[@hongjiang3601]

why don't you show how to mount, install onto the seat post or handlebar

[@TC_Prof]

Great content 👍👍

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thank you 🙌

[@mariospenard5125]

Nice place to live!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

We like it here 😁

[@craigmosolowski4663]

The last place in the vid at the river in Hoi An is STUNNINGLY gorgeous at night when they set out the water lanterns! Opportunities for soul quenching awesome artistic photos are numerous especially at night!! Good for you that you got to see this beautiful town!!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Yes, it is very nice at night!

[@peacelopear]

Is the night video good?

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Not really, unless there is a decent amount of light nearby.

[@raimondmotovlog7956]

good review bro. from indonesia

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks!

[@joninnewzealand211]

good job，thanks

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thank you!

[@TobyTheSusejDog]

What tires are you currently using?

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Continental Ultra Sport 25s

[@doyanplesir1465]

Amazing

[@endtimeslips4660]

the camera work like a magic it use stick but we cannot see that stick not a bit.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

It's really cool!

[@bikevlogadventure3263]

Nice...!

[@buckettraveler8398]

The weight is about the same as the One R, lighter than the RS though. I didn't want to use one One R on their new bike mount like you have because I thought it was too heavy but this camera is a little heavier or lighter, can't remember exactly.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

With the new mount, you just need to be careful about the weight at the end of the extension pole. It's sturdy enough to support other cameras on the bottom/top mounts since they do not extend far out.

[@exodous02]

@@TwoWheelCruise I have it, but the One R, which I have, was heavier than the one x2. The X3 is about the same weight as the One R so I guess I could attach that to the end of the pole. I need to look into it more though. I don't really want to spend $500 on a new camera right now.

[@croccofanto]

Cruze man i have an idea. Let Toung film a ride with her and her new friends. I dont mind if thay speak there own languige, or try some english. Would be a fresh perspective. Just a thought

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Could be interesting. She is starting to go on rides with her other friends without me now 😂

[@croccofanto]

@@TwoWheelCruise hurts the heart haha 😉🤣 No but that's good that she has her own friends. She could interview this Katie (i think that whas her name) that whas in her race group. Or even other women how thy started riding. Bringing light to female cycling in Vietnam 🤙