2016 S1000XR Nav set up

[dennisgp]

I’m trying to set up a GPS mount on my ‘16 XR with the non locking BMS NAV mount already installed. I’m thinking I will use the Garmin XT or XT2. I can’t find any information specific to the non locking mount and purchasing a locking mount seems very expensive and unnecessary. Suggestions?

 

[r0ckrat]

If you aren't using a snap-in BMW nav or phone cradle, there are options to replace the BMW nav mount with a bar that can be used for other brands mounts. That would be my suggestion. I forget the brand(s) that are available, though.

 

[dennisgp]

Thanks r0ckrat, I’m trying to use the BMW nav cradle if possible. I have a RAM mount I can use but the placement isn’t as good as the BMW nav mount.

 

[CaptCF]

I use the connected ride cradle on both my gen 1 and 2 XR so I am not much help there. That said, I know a bunch of folks have removed the BMW mount completely or used adapters to mount Garmins or Tom Toms. Have a search over on the UK XR forum.. I am sure there are a bunch of other threads on this topic, but here are a couple to get you started.

Garmin Zumo XT2 - Accessories, Mods, and Appearance - BMW S1000XR

Hi! My husband just installed a new Zumo XT2 with touratech mount on my 2022 S 1000 XR.

www.s1000xr.uk

Sat Nav - Electrical, Lighting, and Wiring - BMW S1000XR

Hi allIm picking up a Gen 2 next week & looking for a little advice on removing the original nav mount & cables to install the XT. Do I need to remove any panels & if so which ones.

www.s1000xr.uk

Adapter mentioned in that thread - https://www.adapter3dmotorrad.com/e... this adapter you can,the need for any wiring