REVIEW
Moto Mount Pro that forms the main part of this bundle (or is available separately for £59.95) is very versatile. Coming with an arm that allows you to position the phone almost anywhere, thanks to a clevertoothed interface between each part of the mount; it has the ability to rotate it anywhere on the bars. Spacers are included to suit different thickness handlebars, as well as a riser to set the phone a little higher if wanted. The only limitation of the SP Connect that I can see is that you have to decide whether you want your phone in a vertical or horizontal orientation when you fit the mounting bracket. You can choose either (or any angle in between) but, unlike Quad Lock, you can’t switch it without tools. It isn’t an issue for me as I only use my phone one way, but it’s worth knowing.
Will vibration damage my phone?
Thanks to the way the mount and mechanism clip together, and the soft plastic case, there’s a certain degree of vibration damping in the SP Connect system – your phone isn’t directly and firmly clamped to the bars. Additionally, they can supply an anti-vibration mount for £24.95. While researching this review, I looked for complaints of damage and couldn’t find any relating to SP Connect, though there was a number that suggested problems with the camera on their phone after using another well-known brand of mount. My test bike the BMW R1150 RT isn’t silky smooth, but I’ve had no issues with the optical image stabilisation (iOS) on my iPhone. I also found plenty of testimonials online of people who’ve been using SP Connect for more than a year and are extremely happy with it. Overall Verdict: The range of mounts available is very impressive, and the real simplicity in use is a stand out feature. I’ve no hesitation in recommending the SP Connect system. PROS: Slim but robust mount. High-quality phone case. Very easy to attach and detach your device. CONS: Relatively high initial outlay. No ability to lock your device into the mount. www.spconnect.co.uk
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