Best GoPro Helmet Mounts For Motorcycle, Bike, Ski
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Best GoPro motorcycle helmet mounts are a great way for you to document and record your casual motorcycle ride down the freeway, a thrilling downhill with your mountain bike, or powder action with your skis. GoPro cameras are known as the best ones in the action camera market. Using the proper motorcycle helmet mount keeps both the camera and the rider safe at high-speeds.
There are two types of GoPro camera mounts for motorcycle rides: helmet and handlebar, but we'll be discussing the former only as we want to present these products to skiing and biking enthusiasts as well. GoPro helmet mounts can be split into two groups: front or side mounts and chin mounts. Both have their pros and cons.
Don't think this article is just for bikers! The great thing about all of the GoPro mounts listed below is that they are multi-purpose. A friend of mine is a mountain biking enthusiast, and almost every weekend, he's up and down the trail with his affordable GoPro alternative attached (he invests more in his bike than in video footage, naturally.) But when the track is closed during wintertime, he packs his skis, camera, and the same helmet mount and drives to the closest mountain range to get that adrenalin hit.
Depending on the nature of your activity, some motorcycle helmet mounts for GoPro on the list here are better than others, so let's d(r)ive right into the article and see if some of the products here catch your interest!
How To Mount GoPro On Helmet?
Mounting your GoPro or an affordable action camera to your motorcycle, bike, or ski helmet is quite easy - but first, you have to clean off your helmet with a clean cloth and water and IPA mixture.
Then put together the mount.
Grab all the pieces from the helmet mount package and find a way to set it up under the visor or on the side, without the camera impeding your vision or comfort when driving, riding, or skiing.
Featured image by Egor Myznik.
SUREWO Motorcycle Helmet Chin Mount Kit Review
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Motorcycle Helmet Chin Mount Kit designed by SUREWO is for sure (pun intended) the most well-known GoPro helmet mount and for a good reason. This specialized mount is designed for bikers and motorcycling enthusiasts. It is compatible with most GoPro Hero models (5, 6, 7, 8, 9) and some affordable Chinese GoPro alternatives such as DJI Osmo Action, AKASO, Xiaomi YI, SJ7000, and Insta360 action cameras.
Drill- and screw-free, the package includes:
- motorcycle helmet chin camera mount,
- J-hook mount buckle,
- two curved and two flat mounts,
- ten sticky pads,
- two screws,
- one safety rope buckle - protects your camera from falling off.
- one wrench,
- one S-adapter,
- one release buckle.
The motorcycle helmet chin camera mount is made of four dismantlable joints connected by a screw to make the mount super-adjustable. The J-hook mount allows for greater freedom of video expression by allowing you to install it on multiple places on your helmet: chin, side, or top, or on ski, surfboard, chest, or head straps. When the terrain gets rough and speeds get high, the safety rope is there to protect your camera from falling off.
The product's downside is the plastic material used to make the mount; however, there is a more durable and lighter alternative made of aluminum.
The company stands by its product, so if you experience any issues, feel to contact their customer service!
Helmet Stick Extension Arm Mount Review
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Aluminum Alloy Extension Arm Metal Pole Mount is another great product made by GUOYU. The product is redesigned to reduce riding wind resistance, improve image stability, has a comfortable grip, and extended length. It is built from an aerospace-grade aluminum alloy that’s lightweight and stable, usable as both a helmet mount and a selfie stick.
The product comes in two colors: black and silver. It’s widely applicable to cycling, motorcycling, skiing, skateboarding, and other outdoor activities. However, even if you are also into recording reaction videos, vlogs, and hands-free POV videos, this mount is definitely for you! The package includes:
- Aluminum Extension Arm Metal Pole Mount,
- two screws,
- one wrench.
The extension arm mount is suitable for every available GoPro action camera (9/MAX/8/7/6), panoramic camera, Insta360 One R 360 VR Edition, and other affordable GoPro alternatives!
The downside of the extension arm mount is stability, as many shoppers claimed that the footage was shaky even with GoPro image hyper stabilization.
The company stands by its product, so if you experience any issues, feel to contact their customer service!
SUREWO Motorcycle Helmet Chin Strap Mount Review
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Experience the increased image stability when biking with SUREWO Motorcycle Helmet Chin Strap Mount! Constructed from PC, soft rubber, and nylon, the product outshines other chin strap mounts.
The package includes:
- One motorcycle helmet chin strap mount
- One dual adapter mount
- Screws
The base mount is stable and hard to crack, while the soft rubber gasket on the back helps with non-slip particles. You don't have to worry about the gasket's middle part, as it's carefully designed to avoid scratching the helmet.
The gasket and the bottom bracket are integrated into one, making the motorcycle helmet mount suitable for most GoPro models, DJI Osmo Action, Insta ONE R, Xiaomi YI, and other affordable Chinese action cameras.
The company always looks to improve the design. This time, it delivers various improvements, such as a double-header adapter that allows extended and adjusted shooting angle. A small chin strap change like this keeps the mounted camera low and out of the line of sight while driving.
Compared to the previous version, the motorcycle helmet mount has rounded corners that improve driving safety and comfort. Additionally, the new high-quality elastic strap buckle design replaced the previous difficult-to-install strap, which caused problems at high speeds.
However, there is still room to improve the chin strap mount. Riders with HJC, Shoei, and other street helmets are having trouble closing the face shield, which is a problem when driving at 50MPH and above speeds.
SUREWO is a company that seeks perfection, and I have no doubts that over time the SUREWO Motorcycle Helmet Chin Strap Mount will truly be the perfect product.
Sametop Helmet Adhesive Sticky Mounts (Flat and Curved) Review
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Sametop Helmet Adhesive Flat and Curved 3M mounts are an affordable alternative to the actual GoPro mounts. The flat and curved mounts are multi-purpose, perfect for mounting on helmets, skateboards, cars, or other applicable surfaces.
The high-quality VHB 3M adhesive tape offers the same strength, is the same brand but slightly thinner than one found on the genuine GoPro mounts. Remove the sticky mounts by applying heat to the adhesive bond and peeling them off. The adhesive is also waterproof, which makes the sticky mounts great for a variety of outdoor activities.
The package includes:
- Three flat mounts
- Three curved mounts
Unfortunately, there's no way to get only flat or curved mounts, so it's just a waste if you don't need the other. Overall, the Sametop Helmet Adhesive Flat and Curved 3M mounts are the most affordable option for your GoPro cameras.
