GPS Mount Guides: Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles and More

Dedicated GPS units are still the best choice for trucking, RV navigation, and motorcycle riding. The right mount keeps your unit stable, visible, and powered — whether you are crossing the country in a semi or carving mountain roads on a bike.

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Best mounts for Garmin and other GPS units in cars and SUVs.

Secure mounts for Garmin Zumo and motorcycle navigation setups.

Heavy-duty mounts for larger GPS units and long-haul use.

Garmin GPS Mount Guides

Guide What It Covers
Garmin 17mm vs 22mm Mount Guide How to tell which mount system your Garmin uses
Reuse Your Garmin GPS Mount for Your Phone Other uses for Garmin mounts beyond GPS units
Garmin Bean Bag Mount Review No-suction, no-adhesive dash mount option reviewed
Garmin DriveSmart 86 Mounts Mount options for Garmin’s larger 8-inch screen unit
Best Mounts for the Garmin Approach Golf GPS G82, G80, and older Approach handheld cart mount options
Best Garmin Handheld GPS Mounts Montana, eTrex, GPSMAP, Rino and inReach
How to Mount a Garmin GLO 2 Montana, eTrex, GPSMAP, Rino and inReach

GPS Mounting Systems Explained

System Best For Guide
17mm Ball Mounts Standard Garmin GPS units for cars and SUVs Learn More
22mm Heavy Duty Mounts Larger truck and RV GPS units like Garmin OTR Learn More
RAM Mount Systems Heavy-duty modular mounting for GPS, phones, and tablets View Guide

Installation and Power Guides

Guide What It Covers
How to Hardwire Your Garmin GPS Step-by-step hardwire install for cars and motorcycles
Garmin Hardwire Cable Guide Which power cable you need for your Garmin model
Bottom line: GPS mounts are not one-size-fits-all. Start with your vehicle type and device size, then choose a mounting system built for long-term stability. If you are not sure which ball size your Garmin uses, the 17mm vs 22mm guide is the right first stop.