Zumo 550 /xm antenna location 2009 R1200RT

[wppatin]

I searched zumo 550 threads for locating the XM antenna and not found very much info. I would like to keep a clean and uncluttered install ... clean shelf on instrument panel ... as such I will mount the Zumo on a RAM MOUNT 1.5" arm on a handlebar center mount purchase from "JACKFROST" found on another forum, BMW Sport Touring Forum. Will run my iphone thru the Zumo and will more than likely Bluetooth into a Vemar Jiano helmet.

The only other thing I might possibly install is a BMW J&M CB. Is it possible to install the XM within the fairing and get a signal. I guess I'm just looking to see what you guys have done and what has worked and what has not worked.

Thanks ... Wayne
2009 R1200RT 2003 R1100S
Sargent Seats
Bakup
BarBacks
Ilum Highway Pegs

 

[Semper_Fi]

This is how i set mine up when i had my RT

This is a Gadget guy mount www.gadgetguy.net - not affiliated just like his products

This is where I put the XM Antenna - no reception issues and I don't clutter the handlebar or front area with a static device

Different Angle

 

[deilenberger]

Wayne - please read: http://forums.bmwmoa.org/showthread.php?t=46055, not everyone here owns an '09 RT.. I added your bike info to the thread title.

 

[RobStar]

I just received my XM antenna today for my 550 and it even works inside my tank bag!

RobStar

 

[RSPENNACHIO]

Going to move my XM down below today. I really like the gagetguy's mount. I'll add it to the list.... (but I need more money)

 

[tommcgee]

I've put the puck a few places on my bikes. Best reception was on top of the top box.

 

[Bullett]

I installed my on a Ram ball mount attached to a stem in the mirror hole:

This allows me to switch the xm antenna from the RT to the GS.

 

[wrenchbender]

XM antenna location

I had my XM antenna mounted above my dash and wanted to hide it. I moved it below to the fairing frame below the headlight assembly and my reception really suffered. It was always searching for a signal. I moved it back up top and all is well. My 2 cents.

 

[SteveAikens]

Hmm. I tried a few locations on my RT. Tried with both the Zumo and the GPSMAP 478. Even here in the NM desert, I found the only location that came even close to a decent signal - one the didn't drop and hunt - was on the dash.

XM Antenna on the left, GPS center, V-1 and SPOT on right. Since there is a mention of the J&M system, the second shot includes it. It's mounted on the clutch reservoir.