BMW Navigator V GPS Motorcycle and Car Mounts

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The BMW Navigator V, built in partnership with Garmin, is highly compatible with a variety of mounts. For cars, the Arkon Suction Cup Mount is a highly recommended upgrade over the stock mount. For motorcycles, the included RAM Combination mount works well on handlebars or brake/clutch reservoirs, while aftermarket options like the BRCOVAN Fork Stem Base or RAM Mirror Base offer excellent alternative mounting solutions.

Mounting Guide for the BMW Navigator V

BMW’s partnership with Garmin has yielded a premium GPS system: the BMW Navigator V. Available with or without a 4-button cradle, the device allows riders to quickly adjust key functions without scrolling through menus while on the road. Thanks to its Garmin DNA, the Navigator V is natively compatible with a wide array of standard Garmin mounts.

In the Car

Given its premium price tag, it makes sense to use the Navigator V in your car as well as on your bike. Fortunately, the device ships with both motorcycle and car mounts. The included car cradle features a standard 17mm socket, meaning it works with many mounts designed for the Garmin Nuvi.

If you’re looking for an upgrade over the stock windshield mount, the Arkon Suction Cup Mount is an excellent alternative. It offers a longer reach and a convenient mid-point adjustment hinge. It secures firmly via a vacuum lock and includes both a cleaning wipe for your windshield and an adhesive disk if you prefer a dashboard installation.

On the Motorcycle: The Factory Mount

For two-wheeled adventures, the Navigator V comes packaged with a highly versatile RAM Combination Brake/Clutch Reservoir and Handlebar Mount. The square top plate connects to the back of the GPS cradle using a standard 4-hole AMPS pattern, supported by a metal arm and a ball-and-socket system.

This base gives you two primary installation methods:

  • Handlebar: Use the provided U-bolts to secure the mount directly to handlebars up to 1.25 inches in diameter.

  • Brake/Clutch Reservoir: Highly popular with Honda Goldwing and Harley-Davidson riders, this method involves replacing your bike’s factory bolts with the provided hardware and spacers to attach the mount directly to the reservoir housing.

Alternative Motorcycle Mounts

If the included RAM mount doesn’t suit your bike’s geometry, the modular nature of the system makes it easy to swap out the base while keeping the AMPS plate and arm.

  • Fork Stem Mounting: The BRCOVAN Fork Stem Base is a great solution for sportbikes. It drops directly into the motorcycle’s open fork stem hole and provides a standard 1-inch ball that connects perfectly to your existing RAM arm.

  • Mirror Post Mounting: The RAM Mirror Base is especially popular on BMW models. It features an 11mm hole designed to slide right over your mirror post—or in some setups, completely replace it—offering a clean, integrated look while utilizing your existing mounting hardware.

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