[Gunnert]

Yes, this thread is a repeat of a previous thread I started. The purpose of which is to aid and/or help those interested in using a Zumo XT with the newer K bikes TFT; NOT to debate the merits of the TFT and the BMW Connected App!

Lets try this again:

I exchanged a couple of emails with the company in Italy, Adapter 3D Motorrad Shop ⎜Vendita Accessori per Moto - Made in Italy, they make the Zumo XT mount for the '11-'21 K1600. The email I got from them today said a mount for the '22/'23 K bike, which will go above the TFT, should be ready in a few weeks

Duane

 

[Prince]

Good try Duane. Doubt it will work as planned

 

[Steelhead]

I would be interested if it looks good

 

[XPLSV]

Let me see if I read this correctly: the company comes out with a new mount for the '22/'23 bikes and this forces Duane to buy a new bike?

 

[JohnS1955]

Let me see if I read this correctly: the company comes out with a new mount for the '22/'23 bikes and this forces Duane to buy a new bike?

Not a “force”. It’s the final piece of the puzzle that makes the 2i23 GT worth the switch. 😊

 

[Gunnert]

Let me see if I read this correctly: the company comes out with a new mount for the '22/'23 bikes and this forces Duane to buy a new bike?

Company hasn’t produced an adapter; they’re supposedly working on one. 😜😜😜

Duane

 

[Ron Coleman]

Duane…the suspense is killing us…put us out of our misery. It’s already rivaling the suspense of an Apple release. You’ll need your own subforum to handle the traffic here once you drop an order for a 23 GT. 🍻

 

[Gunnert]

Update: Zumo mount for the TFT K1600 NOT coming soon. The Italian company 3d will not be releasing Zumo mount for the TFT K1600 any time soon. [They] told me a client was suppose to be dropping off a new K1600 for them to use to design a Zumo Mount. That client did not receive his bike and they don't know when a K1600 will be available...

Duane

 

[Robert_W]

Some where here I found this link

FMS Accessories. GPS & Video Mounts

to these folks that make the RT Zumo mount. I sent an email and asked if it also fit the GT / GTL and the guy got back to me with "he wasn't sure" but may check it out the next time he's at the dealer. I kinda doubt it given the RT has no phone compartment.

So...I really like the look and placement of that mount but haven't seen any others until pursuing random YT vids. Cheesy video however at the 5:50 mark there's a good shot of a GT with a mount that I believe has a NAV unit. Looks like it should fit a Zumo XT also. I assume, don't no for a fact, but assume it would also fit the GTL??? Anyone? Anyone know who makes the mount in this video?

Thanks

Edit to say that bike looks to be a Wunderlich build out bike at a booth filmed somewhere. And the NAV holder itself is almost certainly theirs. But I have searched their site and can't find anything matching the bracket mount itself for either the GTL or GT.

 

[18GrandAm]

..........But I have searched their site and can't find anything matching the bracket mount itself for either the GTL or GT.

Looks like Wunderlich does offer a Zumo XT mount for the 2023 GT, and other models along with a plug in navigation wiring harness, but the pictures aren't great, and the download instructions only show the lockable XT mount, not how the mount actually mounts to the bike. Looks like using an XT in place of the smartphone connected app is becoming a reality. Wunderlich Lock System - Garmin Zumo XT

 

[18GrandAm]

Looks like the thumbnail pictures can be enlarged. Appears that there is a bracket that mounts to the Dash with another sliding bracket that mounts to the XT mount. Looks pretty simple.

 

[CavRider]

That looks to be a great photo of a GS. I don’t see a K bike anywhere.

 

[Gunnert]

That looks to be a great photo of a GS. I don’t see a K bike anywhere.

That's because their aren't any...

Duane

 

[Robert_W]

Yes...the cradle for a Zumo I've found on their site too. But where is the mount to the dash that it connects to?

Beginning again at like 6:20 in that video there is clearly a specific form fitting dash mount plate that the Zumo XT cradle mounts to. 4 screws holding it down. That's what I can't find.

 

[Robert_W]

That's because their aren't any...

Duane

There is in that video.

 

[Gunnert]

There is in that video.

Yes, I know there's a video. But there's a difference between a video and photos... just sayin'.

Duane

 

[Robert_W]

Yes, I know there's a video. But there's a difference between a video and photos... just sayin'.

Duane

Ok...I'm lost. You're saying there isn't what? A mounting dash bracket for the GT or GTL?

But there clearly is one that Wunderlich has on their branded bike in their booth at whatever show that video was taken at.

Is it a prototype? Cause I'd sure like one. Looks to be a great solution.

I filled out their contact and asked them but haven't heard back yet. Thought maybe some one here would know.

 

[CavRider]

Ok...I'm lost. You're saying there isn't what? A mounting dash bracket for the GT or GTL?

But there clearly is one that Wunderlich has on their branded bike in their booth at whatever show that video was taken at.

Is it a prototype? Cause I'd sure like one. Looks to be a great solution.

I filled out their contact and asked them but haven't heard back yet. Thought maybe some one here would know.

Yes that is evidently a prototype and not a product. It appears that four bolt holes would have to be drilled through the top of the phone cubby. That is likely not the product level solution they would choose. Works great to get their test bike to the show though!

 

[Robert_W]

Yes that is evidently a prototype and not a product. It appears that four bolt holes would have to be drilled through the top of the phone cubby. That is likely not the product level solution they would choose. Works great to get their test bike to the show though!

Yes...I was thinking this also. But I'm pretty handy and wouldn't mind drilling the holes if it works as good as it looks. Seems to be a very clean looking solution.

Maybe they'll get back to me and let me beta test one.

 

[Gunnert]

@Robert_W , No, I never said there wasn't a bracket for XT/K1600 TFT. I was saying there are no photos unless you want to call the one Wunderlich video a photo...

I've spoken with Wunderlich USA in NC. They have no knowledge of anything Zumo XT/K1600 TFT related products.

On here, the forum, i remember seeing a member mounted a Zumo XT above the TFT using a ball mount. i don't have my '23 yet, but i have the parts I will need if I decide to go that route.

Duane