New 2022 Quad Lock Handlebar Mount PRO Review: The Best Motorcycle Phone Mount?

[@lcdubs7847]

Portrait is great when you're using a map in track up mode, because it allows you to "see" further ahead than landscape does. Landscape show you more of what's off to the sides, and less of what out ahead of you.

[@chris7jakarta]

@1:44 when you drive you want to see far ahead and not more on the left or right. I don't understand why you would have you navigation horizontal. maybe it depends on the app you're using and if you use it in 2D or 3D mode

[@burrito-town]

Why in the world would you use the sat nav in landscape??? The direction you are traveling is in front of you, not off to your left and right. Portrait mode lets you see more of the map in the direction you are traveling. Landscape mode only gives you the width of your phone to see the map in front of you. Using landscape mode to navigate makes no sense.

[@RonaiHenrik]

+1

[@th3s3rv37]

I get this fully. And personally I'm torn between the 2. In a car I find it much easier to be in Portrait. But for some reason, I find it more comfortable on my motorbike in landscape. It's stupid, I know.

[@deceptichris]

To each their own, mate. There is not correct way. User preference.

[@errydm]

​@deceptichris But there's a logical way, though: portrait mode.

[@Vivauribe123]

Looks better

[@daniellennarts3421]

I've been using Quad Lock mounts for a couple of years now, and I love them. It replaced my TomTom Rider, which I never got along with. They're fitted to my Street Triple, mountainbike and also to my road bike. Their cases are excellent as well. I tend to drop my iPhone quite a lot, and it is still without a scratch. Yes, they're pricey but you do really get what you pay for. Rock solid stuff. Oh, and I like to run it in portrait mode as well. Especially while using Waze, you can see further ahead.

[@Ste1985zz]

Vertical phone: mainly because the smaller iPhones still show the Lock Screen notifications vertically even if the phone is horizontal. If I’m not using nav I want to be able to see my notifications right way up. Also prefer nav vertically as well to see further ahead

[@rogerkay8603]

Me too Ste (iPhone 8)

[@christopherchandler6821]

Same. It’s just basically just overall better in every way.

[@The_Privateer]

Interesting fact about the aluminum 'pro' version - it transfers exponentially more sharp and damaging vibration and shock to your phone than the plastic version, which attenuates vibration and shock.

[@eizlan48]

That’s why you need the quad lock vibration dampener as well.

[@davidwalker6960]

But is also weaker and I've seen pics and posts where the nylon ripped and the phone fell off. So I went with the stronger version not made from nylon. (And it's nylon, not plastic). Also, the phone sleeve itself is rubber/plastic and I've had no issues with vibration. I suppose If you're going off-road *so* much that you're vibrating it to the point that you're actually vibrating your ass off, possibly get the vibration dampener instead of going with the cheaper construction?

[@Jrstrdr]

Appreciate the Beeline Moto plug in the end. Never heard of them but it seems (for me) it'll be the right balance between having a sense of direction and minimal distractions. Thanks!

[@kevskibiz]

I have the normal blue Quad lock with the vibe mount and think it’s probably the best phone mount I have ever used, if the battery is getting flat I plug in my small portable phone charger pack in my tank bag … seems to work for me 🤙

[@imkris22]

Good idea

[@Hihellohihellogoodbye]

As a lot of people have also mentioned, I use my maps in portrait so I can see further ahead, ie up coming junctions

[@brianperry]

Been using the Quadlock plus the anti-vibration on a Ram 1'' ball mount for a couple of years now with no problems.

[@marcusgeorge1825]

Nice one Bob. It’s a fantastic complete system the I have been using on more bikes than I can remember. It’s an Australian invention and although I’m a proud Australian, I’d still buy them regardless. Made and designed by a group of motorbike enthusiasts, for what is required. 👍😎🇦🇺

[@jaystyles33]

Speaking for myself I have electric bike that Uses Bluetooth app to control the parameters of the motor and the controller (adjust speed torque monitor battery temp etc) with real life display gauge and having my phone in portrait is how the app works :) and I can clearly see everything awesome video guys !

[@silverstreamfoundry4104]

I got a quodlock for my rocket3. I had to take the rubber bit out to fit around bars. It is the best mount I have used. Rocket3 has a USB plug at the back. I just put a long cable from that. As for phone set in portrait I don't know. Great video. Cheers Roger from NZ.

[@ElliotDooleysmith]

Portrait satnav makes so much more sense. More view of the road ahead, less what's to the left or right

[@RanekVorax]

Some navigation programs look better in Portrait mode. I also use portrait mode for example for Google maps in my car ^^

[@hextunes]

best combo ist ramball mount to quadlock. with this you can set every angle you want. RAMball ----> QL RAM MOUNT-------->QL vibration damper -------> QL wireless charger

[@ryanmalone2681]

We put it in portrait because when moving forward, extending visibility via screen real estate is the best way to do that. Also, Apple Music and Books works better that way.

[@The7AceGaming]

Congrats i can hear the improvement of your audio quality 👏

[@merseamoto]

I have my phone in portrait all the time. Sat nav is better in portrait, and if other notifications come through, they don’t take out too much of the map. Not that I look at my sat nav whilst riding, but on the occasional glance you need as much into as possible.

[@legendswithlee6508]

I've been looking for a new mount for my phone and settled on this one. Just ordered the case, the mount pro for motorbike, the vibration dampener, and also a window car mount as I have to travel for work and don't always use my bike to do that (damn UK weather!). Thank you for the discount :) I may get the wireless charger in the near future but, as you say, it is an expensive kit to build up. Also, I like portrait for nav as you get more screen to see ahead, but my phone is big enough that landscape works fine too!

[@Dius765RS]

I use the stem mount with wireless charger from Quad Lock its fantastic...👍

[@SHAANN9115]

Street triple owners come up!!

[@motobob]

True! I should have mentioned the stem mount for those without flat bars

[@alexbeaven8532]

Important warning about wireless chargers in general. They are less efficient than wired charging, using about 50% more. This loss is in heat, which can cause your device/charger to overheat and prevent further charging. So on a hot day in France 30C+ my wireless charger stopped working when the navigation was on etc... Had to pull over somewhere cool and turn off the screen to let it charge up :(

[@simonyearn3981]

I use the Quad Lock on my bike and it’s nicely made gear. I just wish I could leave the case on my phone permanently, but the bump on the back of the case makes the phone rock about if you’re trying to use it whilst it’s on a flat surface. I’d be happier for the case to be thicker but flat on the back. Other than that, I love how secure it feels when in use. This new “Pro” version is pricey though (not that the regular range is cheap!). Personally I’ll be sticking with the regular setup as I don’t really see any advantage with the pro.

[@thatmanstumototours2270]

I would think there are various stick on felts, rubber etc that you could find to equalize the surface .

[@taylorvelasquez3725]

They just came out with a new model that actually is flat and accepts MagSafe

[@TheCdubbleyoo]

Increasing case thickness to compensate for bump would also allow space for coolinve vents. I recently got a QL case for the iPhone 6s I that I got to avoid the OIS issue and was reminded of the overheating issues when this phone came out. It's fine for now, but I worry about how it will work on long rides in Summer.

[@mmceorange]

I'd like to see what you think of Peak Design Mobile motorcycle mount and phone case

[@evydaemon]

Why mount it horizontal? Easy: #1 if mounted in center it does not obstruct the view to the main cluster #2 (and more importently, at least for me) it does not wobble and vibrate as much and is lot more stable because the center of mass is not distributed unevenly from top to bottom - so as a result vibrating reflections on the screen are far less irritating 😮

[@alspeed856]

Did you have to put a little loctite to put on the screws before installing? Thank you

[@fadhilikhwanms1357]

so what is the extra screw use for actually that's included in the box?

[@simonporter6209]

Hi Bob,I’ve just checked out your video on the Quad lock with wireless charging head which I have just bought with the adapter which under the seat. I have read the instructions and can’t find the answer to the following do perhaps you can help me? I have switched on auto but when I take off the phone from charging head the light stays on so presumably that will drain the battery. To get round that I have disconnected the cable on wireless head. Should the switch be put to ‘on’? I look forward to hearing from you or anyone who can provide an answer here.

[@johnmichaelmalaluan281]

I've used quadlock on my 3 phones... all 3 of them flew away from my motorcycle. Was using a naked bike maybe there was just too much wind?

[@bshortt4244]

I agree with the beeline, on my retro bike that is the route i'd go if I was looking for that. I do own the quad lock and it's worked well, I've taken it off the R1250gs. I want less distractions while i ride at the moment. But that is my personal preference. If i was traveling long distance on a cross Canada trip, I'd likely put the quad lock backk one.

[@alfarxastarevalo8374]

What about the head lock plastic piece is it aluminum? Mine broke and sent my iPhone 13 flying

[@Hay.of.Hayasa]

Maybe it can be installed on a bike too? Any benefits beside the other one for bikes?

[@Harleyboy-yo2zk]

Quad lock are fantastic quality have them on both my bikes with the vibration attachment on my Harley davidson but didn't see the need on my bmw gs never had a problem 👍

[@therealjp3177]

I use a dual lock and place the adhesive on my tank. Works great with a phone case. The zx10r comes with a small section where my phone goes and it’s perfect 👍🏽

[@ryno5376]

I do not know if available in UK but I use Rok-Form case and aluminum handlebar mount is flat on back and they make additional mount I use on dash of my truck,don’t really see use of Qi charger I have to plug in anyways to charge but I do also have socket at handlebar area so I just keep cord in tank bag when not using.

[@Dom-mb7ci]

It doesn't fit in portrait on my 2020 ktm SD 1290 😢

[@LamthegodTv]

Buying this rn for my Electric Scooter thanks for the tutorial

[@Tenerisius]

If You like something minimal on your bike, for a phone mounting, take a look at the "Peak Design mobile" It is smaller from the basic Quadlock and it comes standard with a vibration dampener. And above all it is the strongest mounting of all others (Quadlock, SP Connect) Only wireless charging is missing but my experience with the wireless charger of "Quadlock" was not the best either. A usb plug was not enough to charge my phone, although Quadlock phonecase and enough power supply on the USB plug. It was necessary the Waterproof 12V To USB Smart Adapter from "Quadlock". Another 35€ on the bill and more cables on the bike for a wireless charging. Still use the "poncho" and the waterproof USB C simple cable. They are good.

[@SHAANN9115]

0:47 My OCD kicked in when he mounted his phone with navigation turned on On a bike with a Android Auto/ CarPlay system😂... Love the quadlocks, they are simply brilliant!

[@SandisGrantins]

Come on, this is a completely normal use case. This is exactly how I use the QuadLock wireless charger on my CRF1100L on short/everyday rides, with frequent stops. I just don't want to deal with plugging/unplugging wire, I don't need big screen navigation, but I still want a glanceable Waze map at all times. Of course, wireless CarPlay would be the best solution, but alas.

[@SandisGrantins]

BTW, on longer touring rides I do plug the wire and use TWO maps simultaneously. Normal navigation on the CarPlay display + overview map on the phone to have a better "large picture" geographic awareness (or a custom second map when riding offroad).

[@SHAANN9115]

@@SandisGrantins Fair... Fair!!! That's actually convenient now that i have this perspective

[@SHAANN9115]

@@SandisGrantins That's actually really smart!

[@pandarider5067]

I use my phone vertical because my work app for food delivery isnt supported in horizontal.

[@Fren33]

Do they offer options for LG phones (LG V60)?

[@garrick2600]

I run my iPhone in portrait orientation because the home/lock screens and many apps do not support landscape mode. If they did, I would 100% run it in landscape.

[@Bugside]

These are slick, but I don't trust the vibration. I use one of those that look like little pouches with a zipper around and a transparent top, since the phone isn't firmly held it doesn't receive the vibrations (bulky looking through)

[@Dreddingbath]

Portrait for me, I want to see as far down the road as possible! Undoubted quality, but adds up to a fair old wedge doesn’t it. Beeline looks nice but can react a bit too slow sometimes and then you get stuck in a spin as it tries to reroute.... good but not as good as a map IMO.

[@Rambler358]

What was the site that lists what phones could be affected by motorcycle vibration?

[@James-qc2wv]

Beauty about teh Quadlock is that you can use it wiht Waze, Google Maps, Sizapp, even Beeline all via the apps. Not as sleek or discreet as the Beeline moto but you have freedom to choose traffic congestion over minimalism. Both hae their places - for me Waze in the urban setting and Beeline in the more rural where congestion is less an issue.

[@cxg9092]

Do i need the dampener even if im going to use mirror mount?

[@infini1970]

I do portrait because in landscape mode my tachometer is blocked completely. In portrait mode only half. Since it's a harley davidson I need to switch gears around 4K RPM and anything more is kinda irrelevant so having 5K and up blocked do not matter for me.

[@BOGZLR]

Pretty keen to order one for my hd48 however what's holding me back is feeling that these may scuff up the bars over time?

[@Love4boost]

I had one iPhone camera get fragged by a handlebar mount. I have a hard time trusting them after that. I’d rather get that Beeline Navi

[@1HoV]

Portrait mode for Waze, it's really good.

[@JohannKwan]

I use Rokform but with the new pro mounts eventually I'll probably switch to Quadlock, seems like that's the way the market is going plus they make Pixel cases, which Rokform doesn't. Re: Vertical mount... The info I need is seen faster on my vitpilen in vertical mode. I don't have to look down as far for the next turn info, which is at the top of the screen.

[@whispard7782]

A few months after I bought their plastic version of clamp they release the aluminium one, damn. I chose the QuadLock for the way it holds phone super securely and cleanes of construction (well, I also thought that it was aluminium, but it still feels okay).

[@spadaspares]

I used the Bee Line Gadget. After 100 miles it froze and didn't work after that causing an error. So phone navigation is probably better.

[@ontimetaxi9393]

What a struggle this is to attach phone to mount. Sometimes it takes me 10+mins other times it goes on easy. But most times it is a real struggle. Watched all the videos one or two others have same problem but most users seem to have no problem. So what am I doing wrong.

[@SuperGizzzmo]

Would this fit on the handlebars on my new bike I am getting a ninja 1000 SX. I had the old handlebar system but they didn’t fit my handlebars on my ninja 650. Any ideas

[@MrPAULONEAL]

Where does the metal piece go?

[@petet7458]

Great review - very helpful, cheers mate, go well!

[@lordgibbness]

Yeah I agree, the beeline is my preferred option too. Don't think I'll ever fit a phone onto my motorbikes...

[@adamanvium]

Can i install gopro camera on this? Like in quadlock bike mount?

[@ThatCleanMT]

No

[@aaronm359]

I prefer portrait gps just because I can see more of what's ahead and to me it just doesn't feel as squished

[@perfect7liberty]

Does it fit bars that are 1 1/2”??

[@nicomonkeyboy]

I don't really use nav on my bike and in that case, why would I ever use it in _landscape_ mode? Music, messages and all other apps really are better in portrait. TBF, phone nav apps work well in portrait too. Personally I never have it in portrait despite your incredulity.

[@Garbodor__]

You want to drop a link for those Motobob MCC shirts?

[@BMWHP2]

Better use a vibration dampener on your heavy 2 cylinder motorbikes, to keep the camera of your phone healthy. I have one on the Harley, and it works. Befor i used the dampener i killed the camera of my Samsung S8 with it. Now i have the S20 on the dampener for over a year and no problems at all.

[@randystocker28]

I've been seriously considering a Quad Lock Pro mount. I recently installed a Cardo bluetooth system in my helmet and use it to receive turn-by-turn navigation directions via an app in my phone (which I carry in my pocket), but would really like to be able to have the visual guidance of the maps on my phone. I have a 2020 T120 and had previously considered the BeeLine Moto, because of it's simplicity and sleek appearance, but it doesn't give turn-by-turn directions, so I'm thinking the Quad Lock for my phone is perhaps the best option. What are you thoughts? Signed, "confused in Canada"!

[@GIJOE573]

I came here for a quadlock review and you might have just sold me on an Africa twin

[@stevesane800]

Funny you! Quad lock way to go. Yes cheaper options, but quality kit

[@Bigheadedwon]

I use portrait, not because I like it, but because if the iPhone not at enough of an angle when you rotate it, it won't detect you turned it and will stay in portrait. And you can't lock the iPhone in landscape mode - because that would make too much sense. So if I put it on my mount and rotate it, the phone's landscape but the screen stays in portrait. The fix for this is to have the mount at an angle the phone will rotate the screen. But the angle where this kicks is makes it really hard to see the screen because the angle's bad. If I fiddle with it I can make it go into landscape, but it's never really consistently. And using the phone in landscape with the screen still in portrait is uh, bad.

[@carlito3624]

Yesss !! & why can’t iPhone home screen go landscape!!! Also , quad lock dampener solved my camera issues with my iPhone. The product works and is quality. It’s expensive, but you pay for what you get, & it’s cheaper then constantly paying Apple for a new camera.

[@robburnside6636]

I honestly can’t stand trying to lock the phone into the cradle. I am sitting here dropping f bombs in the garage. If anyone has tips on making this simpler I would be grateful. Unfortunately on my FXD it seems like portrait is the only orientation that works due to the space between the speedometer and bar. Again, any suggestions are appreciated. Love the product but need to get comfortable with it.

[@kimmixerxs]

I use my 📱 in the horizontal position, as I get a bigger pictures of whichever navigation app I'm using.

[@thornscoop2]

I bought the full hit, ie vibration dampener, wireless charger, etc put my iPhone 12 mini on a scrambler 1200 and it wrecked the camera within 2 months! Thankfully apple replaced my phone under warranty, but unless quadlock offer iPhone replacement free of charge as a result of their fixing kit I won’t be fixing my new iPhone to any motorcycle even with a vibration dampener…

[@The1andonly-M]

I have the same phone , and own a Harley and always feel those really vibrating bumpy roads around my area , what phone mount do you recommend instead ?

[@BUILDSforDRIVING]

Portrait is to see long view for navigation...looking left or right isn't important as map swings

[@travelogs3648]

I think portrait is better for navigation app

[@DubDub171]

I've been thinking about getting a setup like this but the only concern I could see is the cameras on the back of my Galaxy S22 Ultra not having any kind of protection from bugs or road debris. I don't want anything to damage those cameras on the back. Has anyone had any issues regarding this? That's the one thing holding me back!

[@numpty94]

I dont see how that could happen when the phone lines up with the top of the bars

[@diavel.in.the.details]

The vibration dampener made it worse on my 2020 Ducati Diavel. My iPhone 13 Pro Max barely shook without one, go figure lol

[@hunyango2k]

is this the same as the charlie boormans ads?

[@Realjofa_98]

Great video thanks!

[@ROBB_DEEP]

Great vid!

[@OldBiker54]

Should of taken on a Test Ride , so we could see vibration if any while in gps mode

[@alexmorgan3435]

It should be a criminal offence to film or mount a phone in portrait orientation. Are there any real alternatives to Quadlock? The thing that swung it for me was their vibration dampener. I didn't get the wireless charging head as too many reviews said it was poor sorry crap, but everything else they do is good. I got several 360 degree ball heads as well meaning no restriction on positioning your phone in terms of angle to avoid glare/reflections. I bought all my Quadlock mounts, case etc on Black Friday last year. Glad I did as I saved a small fortune. Their products are not cheap even with a BF discount.

[@prudhoe_at_fckn_youtube]

Reg. horizontal position - why would you rather want to know what's left and right instead of what's ahead ?

[@chriskennedy3018]

I film dual sport content directly from my handlebar mount with my iPhone and having it vertically mounted is necessary

[@Mew-qn3xm]

Moto Bob merchandise? 😏

[@xau]

not enough cases, dont cover samsung A series and universal fit is not really safe.

[@siddharthnair4720]

wish I could get one of these, but they only have support for mainstream androids!

[@moph7July06]

If I ever need anything from Quadlock, I wait to buy during Black Friday sales. 30% off. Bundles are stupid cheap.

[@AirMiloTakManis]

instead of using the wireless charger, just stuff a battery bank in your jacket and charge your phone via wire, you'll get faster charging and it generates less heat compared to using a wireless charger

[@scottlymbery15]

Helpful, thanks.

[@reddpill]

I use portrait mode because I don't have a phablet as a phone! 😛

[@KompressorV12]

“I don’t understand why people use their phone in portrait” lol what? You Pretty much the only reason most of us want our phones in front of us while riding is navigation, which you see way more of the road in front of you with portrait. In fact, why would you ever want landscape lol? The only things landscape is useful for is pictures/video/games, all things you would never do on a motorcycle. I’m so confused right now

[@joshuawest5324]

To me it's just weird having your phone on the side. Unless you're watching a video otherwise I prefer to have the phone. The right way up it's just preference and looks to me

[@Hipporider]

Apparently, the Indian Challenger and maybe the air cooled motors have Apple car play and I'm guessing the Android equivalent 🇦🇺

[@jlg3315]

looks like it won't fit my iphone 6s plus

[@panagiotisserafeimidis9785]

Be aware with this amount. It have a manufacturing problem and dont lock security some times. My phone broke after fall of Quad lock.

[@roviwoteap2375]

Quad Lock are having a laugh with those prices for their bit of mounting kit. May as well just buy the Beeline - much smarter looking and not so obtrusive as the Quad Lock system.

[@LBonTwoWheels]

iPhone sat nav will only work in portrait mode when the phone is locked! SUCKS

[@Jimmy_Watt]

This British guy looks like he's from Georgia. 😆

[@ethanbikes]

LMAO WHY WOULD U NEED A PHONE MOUNT WHEN U HAVE APPLE CAR PLAY LIKE💀

I prefer to navigate on portrait than landscape. Yes... I'm one of those guys. xD