Light electric vehicles like e-scooters and e-bikes have transformed our streets. The hardware we use to accessorize these vehicles must keep pace. From the high vibrations of eMTBs to high-speed city commuters or rapid street-legal eMotos, which phone and camera mounts are the best pick to keep your devices secure and your video feed stable?
What are we looking for?
Vibration Isolation - Whether it is your phone or your camera, vibration can ruin a good time. For some smartphones not designed for heavy outdoor use, the high-frequency buzzing associated with eMoto bikes and eMTBs can permanently damage sensitive components. Integrated and absorbent dampers are a must.
Top Shelf Material - No extra explanation needed here. Machined aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon (when possible) win over plastic any day of the week.
Velocity Rating - Mounts must retain their locked position and, crucially, remain locked at speeds up to 50 mph to accommodate eMoto and trail applications.
With that said, here are the best phone and camera mounts for your next two-wheeler.
Minimalist Design, Maximalist Features
Peak Design continued to dominate the premium space with its minimalist design. The Peak Design Bar Mount V2 costs $170 and fits handlebar diameters from ⅞” to 1.25”. It also features a Qi2 charging capability to ensure your phone doesn’t die on the road. The mount also has a vibration isolator to minimize road shock.
Constructed with anodized and machined aluminum and stainless steel fasteners, the mount is as weatherproof as it gets, so you don’t have to worry about disassembly if you’re parking your vehicle in the rain.
Heavy-Duty Action Camera Mount
RAM mounts are considered the standard for eMoto and motorbike camera mounts for good reason. Priced at $82, the RAM Tough Claw features a universal action camera adapter that holds whichever camera you choose, whether for safety or content creation.
The Tough Claw’s construction bypasses the need for hex keys or any tools for that matter. Its toolless system clamps onto handlebars, frame guyards, or luggage racks. The patented rubber ball system is great for shock absorption and, as a bonus, is waterproof.
The Ultimate Phone Mounting System
This pick isn’t just one product, but rather 3 separate products, all from the same manufacturer. Quad Lock’s Handlebar Mount Pro costs $70, and its vibration dampener costs $25.
These two alone make for the ultimate phone mount set-up. However, if you want to go the extra mile, Quad Lock also offers a charging head for $75. All in all, we rate this as the best set-up for mounting, protecting, and charging your phone at once.
The mount and dampener are CNC-machined from aluminum, and the charging head is IP67-rated for waterproofing. Additionally, the dampener features silicone to further reduce shock damage to your devices. The 12-24V waterproof charging head may or may not be compatible with your vehicle, so check ahead. If it is, then you can wirelessly charge your phone up to 15W.
Heavy-Duty Action Camera Mount
German-engineered iSHOXS Hell Rider costs $89.50, and for that price, you get a product that is explicitly meant for heavy-duty eMTB and off-road use. It utilizes a unique chain-link clamping system to give you the snuggest fit around your handlebars, because they know all handlebars are perfectly round.
Its clamping mechanism fits all handlebars or other mounting surfaces with diameters between 20 and 42 mm, making it the most versatile pick so far. Much like the others, it is constructed from CNC-machined 6061 aluminum, making it stable and corrosion-resistant.
Tactical Build at Affordable Prices
Rokform builds its mounts akin to tactical gear. Machined out of “aircraft-grade” aluminum and neodymium magnets, the Rokform Motorcycle Handlebar Mount costs $120. It features a mechanical twist-lock combined with an otherworldly-strong magnet to provide structural reassurance.
Additionally, the dual-retention lock, combined with rubber spacers, provides adequate shock absorption, preventing structural damage to your devices.
Our Verdict
When you buy a vehicle that costs nearly $4,000, the next step is accessorizing it for daily use. The mount, however, transcends the “accessory” label and moves into “must-have” territory. Riders depend heavily on several apps on their phones, from maps to communications. A rider whose phone shatters mid-ride due to excessive vibration or cheap plastic is entirely avoidable, so invest accordingly.
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