QUAD LOCK DAMPENER 6 MONTH REVIEW & HONEST OPINION ON WIRELESS CHARGER
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- HERE IS MY #QUADLOCKDAMPENER 6 MONTH REVIEW & HONEST OPINION ON THE #QUADLOCKWIRELESSCHARGER ...
Am I a FANBOY? Yes I guess I am, however is all okay in the 'hood? Not necessarily! Does the vibration dampener actually work? Does it protect our iPhone cameras from the vibrations caused by mounting on a motorbike that damage our camera mechanisms? The only way to test that is to use it for six months. Also, #Quadlock have some questions to answer and maybe they can comment on how their (arguably) flagship product was rushed through production at the expense of their normally superb reviews? Is their #weatherproof charging head actually weatherproof? Could they have done a better job in development and design? You will see here also the other QUAD LOCK gear I use such as the running armband, my car charger and my desk charger, also have a look at my unique helmet camera mounting using the QuadLock system ....
#THERIDERGUIDER #QUADLOCKREVIEW #QUADLOCK
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Ordered mine weatherproof charging head and the cables now come with a fixed sponge seal. Two cables. Short or longer for your need. I use it with the dampener and it is great!
Good work Wesley. Cheers.
The honest review i'm looking for. Thanks!
You're welcome mate. For info, the issues I had are workable, I still use the Wireless Charger and it does work, it's just the fact I'm not convinced on the weatherproofing which I'm working around.
Late to this review, but considering a quadlock but concerned with it knackering my Samsung phone. You have eased my concerns, great review.
Hi Mate, also see the improved version of the wireless charger - review here ... czcams.com/video/pTCwVE0WSXo/video.html and they've released a USB cable charger this week, which I'll be reviewing when it arrives. It has a couple of features ( I got you mixed up with a different Chewie for a moment there :-D - who knew there could be two?) ... thanks for visiting the channel!
QUADLOCK THOROUGH DAMPENER TEST AND WIRELESS CHARGER HONEST REVIEW ... a FANBOY? Yes, however is all right in the 'hood? Not necessarily! Quadlock have some questions to answer and maybe they can comment on how their (arguably) flagship product was rushed through production at the expense of their normally superb reviews? Also have a look at my unique helmet camera mounting using the QuadLock system ....
#THERIDERGUIDER #QUADLOCKREVIEW #QUADLOCK
Good to know,I was just going to order wireless.I already have their wire charger on a motorcycle and i have problems with it,it goes on and off when conected to phone from day one.Phone mount is very good,no problems there.
Like the detective work at 10:00. Looks like they have allowed reviews now and has x124 with overall 5 star. I like the products too! I bought the dampner after reading online reviews. It def is a MUST have if you have an iPhone.
Thanks for watching Alan. YES no brainer for the iPhone for sure :-)
That was a straight up honest review. Thank you
You’re welcome mate. Thanks for watching and commenting. Make sure you check out the next update here … czcams.com/video/pTCwVE0WSXo/video.html 👍🏼🙂
Nice vid Neil. I massively rate the QuadLock products I have purchased, and had good customer service from them too. I have not bothered with the wireless charger though as it is easy enough in my instance to just connect the phone to a USB, I'd be pretty miffed if I'd gotten one and it was like that though, kind of destroys the point of it if you have to plug that to a USB-C lol :D
Yeh it’s been hit and miss so far, it does actually charge well, but it’s not quite as good as it could be for what it actually costs. I’ll pay good money for stuff no problem as long as it’s cock on. But this isn’t quite right 🥴
Those were probably the first wireless kits, which were replaced after a while with a more refined and complete kit, having 2-3 waterproof usb-c cable in the box. No problem with mine.
I like to point out that if you mount the wireless charger kit on the anti vibration item, you will need to mount the anti vibration base in a way to don't interfere with the usb cable in to the wireless charger head. Safe ride everyone! 😉👍
Thanks for the review
THANKS FOR WATCHING
Awesome honest review; exactly what I was looking for!
Cero 👍🏼 thanks for watching ... from the comments it appears Quadlock have addressed the issues I found, the actual charging side works a treat. Now they have an upgraded product I reckon it would be good. I’m going to try and get in touch with them to see if they’ll swap mine for a new version. If so I’ll do another review.
@@TheRiderGuider Amazing :) Will be looking forward for it.
@@h8510129 czcams.com/video/pTCwVE0WSXo/video.html
Great review here from a Yorkshire man! Nice vid well done)
EH UP ;-) thanks mate
the new wireless charging head has gromets on the port now so its now 100% weatherproof. thanks for the dampener review! i was using my old samsung s8 without it and the camera still works. but i recently bought a samsung s21 and thinking of purchasing the dampener because the phone is new and dont like to damage it lol
Well definitely worth buying both @GHOST888 ... the actual charger does the charging job very well, I think now they've sorted out their glitch this will be a great product. Dampener a definite plus and not a lot of money. Cheers ;-)
I have a Samsung S21 too: is the charge slow o good?
That is pretty cool, I like the idea of a wireless charger on a bike. That be great for long trips out somewhere too
Yeh it’s actually a great charger! Despite my criticism of the cable fitment. It still charges enough to keep power in the phone when on Google Maps too.
You'll be happy to know, the wireless charging head now has a lip around the port and a cable with a spongy end.
I'll be happy to take pictures if you want to see it.
NO WAY! That’s excellent. Exactly what it required I reckon!
Sam of you get a moment can you send me pics? theriderguider@gmail.com
👍🏼🙂
The same here, a lip around the socket and a seal on the plug.
Got one 😁 … a cool story which I’ll be sharing soon on the channel 😃👍🏼
yes. I've held off getting the charging head for a long time till I saw the updated model. Now I can keep my phone charged when it rains without too much worry! Unfortunately the darn thing keeps stopping its charge when the weather gets warm in the day, I am assuming either my phone or the charger itself is getting too warm to allow the charging to go through. And since the LED indicator on the charging head was the one flashing the error, I am assuming the charging head itself was the device thats overheating.
Maybe a V3 will come out with larger cooling fins?
Thanks for sharing homie
No problem Paulo 👍
Thanks for your review. Huge fan of quad lock too. Just got the vibration dampener for my bike (er6f). Stopped using the bike mount after my camera started acting up. Keen to be able to safely use it again.
Thanks Matthew 😃 I’ve just been given a refund for my original weatherproof wireless charger too so going to buy the new updated version 👍🏼 I’ll do a new review on that in due course. Now gonna watch your video on vinyl wrapping 😃👍🏼😎
Has either of your cameras on your iPhones failed since using the damper? I just paid Apple $215 to replace my camera and quad lock sent me a vibration, dampener free of charge, there wasn’t any obvious recommendations about the vibration damper on the box and I don’t know about you, but who reads directions! Lol they are definitely great customer service and I love my quad lock. I’m just worried about using my phone on my VFR 800 even with this vibration dampener. Great video by the way, I showed my wife, the arm band and she loved it!
Arm band is brilliant mate yes. No issues with either camera since fitting the vibration dampener. My phone is getting on now too. 3.5 years old. Strong bike that ER6F. NIce one 👍🏼😎
great review I'm probably not gonna get the wireless charger anymore. Thank you for saving me money hehe
Hi mate … there’s a better version now czcams.com/video/pTCwVE0WSXo/video.html
Just an FYI, from what I have been reading, it is not only the Iphone that suffers from the camera's stabilizer getting damaged. Some android phones have had the same issue although it seems not as common. From the ram mount phone holders as well as the quad lock with out the dampener. Havne't read any issue with the dampener installed.
YEP - thaks Pete, good info re the RAM mounts too - thanks
Great review! Any updates on how well the dampener is performing? Have there been any issues that occurred with your phone so far?
Hi Mike - THANKS for watching and commenting. None whatsoever, the dampener has definitely solved the issue. My iPhone was a victim twice prior to the issue being realised and since QL have produced the dampener and I got mine, no problems at all, I ride most days and am months in to it now. Luckily they're not too expensive either.
this is review I was looking for :) . I already damage two cameras in iphone on ram mount. Now I ordered quadlock with dumpener, but still was worry about my third new iphone (useing they product from 12year and never had issues, before). But I was concerne, that there have not been enought long term test, for this dampener :). Now I will try, my first ride with it :), on my shaky V2 :p
You will love the QuadLock and yes it will be safe with the dampener 😃 ... thanks for visiting my channel 👍🏼🙂
Get a Samsung, never had an issue.
@@chemdog70able Haha I have been tempted many times by Samsung, SO close as I think also the Samsung smart watches are MUCH nicer than the Apple Watch.
@@TheRiderGuider I’ve just ditched my Samsung watch after getting frustrated with it. Slow, buggy, Bixby is useless, and it’s nowhere near as slick as the Apple Watch. Samsung updates are very hit and miss also.
How is it working so far? I’m about to start using quadlock on a cbr500r with an iphone 14pro max. I’m nervus af. ://
Hello!
QUAD LOCK.
It is very stable and fixed.
Looks like a good mount!
Nice review! !!
Thank you my friend (^^) /
I have both RokForm and Quad lock…….I like both and they both have their pros and cons…
Not tried the RokForm mate, I'll have a nosey ;-) ... thanks for watching/commenting
Its true when you said locking it in while you have a damper is so tricky. How do i fix this 😩 Im so close to removing the damper because of this!
Yeah I learned the hard way and had to buy a new iPhone 12 cause my rokform handle bar mount destroyed the camera focus, def will buy a quad lock and dampener if it actually does prevent it
It works mate for sure :-)
It doesn’t prevent the damage. I have a Honda cb650r and went riding in a circuit and after a few time above 10/12 rpm my iPhone 12 camera stabilisation broke. Only worked for 6000km and the iPhone is only 8 month old and didn’t fall at any time
Do you prefer the Quaklock fork stem mount or handlebar mount for your phone on your T7?
I've swapped between a handlebar mount and mounting on the bar across the top of the clocks. I'm looking at getting a Garmin Zumo XT GPS so might have to make a decision on which goes where. I currently use the bar across the top of the clocks and it works great for my phone but I've not used a fork stem mount as yet.
I've just purchased from quad lock for my new triumph 900 gt pro...I don't own an iPhone really think there a complete rip off on price ..my Samsung s20 fe is more than I need...if the charger has the same issue when I get it I will probably seal the plug using some rubber solution of some kind and run it as you said under the tank...Great review and thanks for the info on this...regards Stuart
Yeh the iPhones are getting absolutely ridiculous now price wise mate.
2 camera kits later I got the dampener. 🤘⚡️🤘✨
I did the same mate, my first camera went nuts way before it was common knowledge what the cause was, when it happened again I started researching and Quadlock were on to it. Thanks for visiting my channel :-)
It’s like they listened to you on the wireless charger because I just ordered one and it’s how you described
Love my version 2, still works perfectly.
Hi there, Greetings from South Africa.
I am interested in your Sony helmet camera and its fittings to your helmet.
1. What specific Sony camera is it? I assume this camera's stabilization is very good for motorcycle riding, since you use it for such?
2. Apart from the universal QuadLock 3M clipon to your helmet, what CAGE of the Sony camera helmet do you use, that locks onto the QuadLock helmet clip?
Regards
@charltheron2769 hello, thanks for watching, it's a Sony FDRX3000, a little old school now but still VERY good, great footage and yes has stability plus 4K! The case is the 'underwater' case from Sony also. It's a shame you're not in Australia, I could sell you mine as I no longer use it. I would recommend one, have a look on eBay etc. You might find one locally? Cheers, Neil.
My understanding is the engine vibrations are the issue not the shaking from rough roads etc. Some bikes are worse than others for transferring vibrations to the bars. My 1200 GS is on the list. I too am a Quadlock fanboy. I have the vibration isolator but have not ridden enough with it yet to know if it resolves the issues.
This is what I've learned since too Richard, thanks for the info. I'm now quite a few months in and have still had no further issues with the dampener installed, it's working well. Hope you're enjoying that GS!!! I used to sell BMW right from back in the nineties, even the old 1100 was a hooligan of a bike. LOVED it!
my supersport is on the list too. any more news on using it for a longer time now? i am scared of breaking my phone's camera :/
Mine is still fine. The verdict is 👍🏼😉🙂 … your phone will be safe when installed with the vibration dampener 👌🏼
@@TheRiderGuider But did your bike break your phone camera with a regular mount prior? Not all motorcycles will break your camera. I too have a bike on their list, the Fatbob. I currently still have the same phone with a broken camera and won’t be investing in a quad lock until I get a new phone. Hopefully it will protect my next phones camera.
@@jasturner67 yeh I had one repair by Apple before it was suspected to be a motorcycle issue, the second repair was also done by Apple and they asked if I rode a motorbike. Both on standard QL mounts, not had an issue since I fitted the dampener, exact same phone.
Hi , is the quad lock fork stem mount on superbike after install dampener will not damage the camera of iPhone ?
That is correct my friend. The dampener will protect your iPhone camera 👍🏼
Nice honest review. You made my decision easier for me.
Glad I could help Carlo :-)
@@TheRiderGuider I was so excited to get it! However it doesn’t fit my bars. (‘18 Harley fatbob).
I tried all the attachments but nothing fit. The problem is the bars are tapered so getting it to lock in place has proven to be an issue.
😔
@@carlito3624 I’m researching this mate. Interesting challenge to get a solution 👍🏼
HI, thank you for the nice review. I am considering changing from Ultimateaddons to Quad lock. QQ for you. Could you please share the product details for mounting the camera on the side of the helmet. I would like to mount my go pro hero 5 to the motorbike helmet. Thank you
Hi Marius, thank you, I have plans to do a video very soon to show my camera set up. I’ll let you know when it’s done 👍🏼
Good video! Very informative. Could I ask a few follow up questions now two years later … Is it still working well with your iPhone? Do you normally ride dirt roads trails with it? Do you ride dirt roads & trails often?
Thanks
Hi Gordon, thanks for watching/commenting. I did a follow up video showing the improved version of the charging head too. About 50% of my riding is off road, around 10000 kms since I got the bike. Tracks, trails etc, plus the commute sometimes. My iPhone (still the same one) is fine, however it’s become more apparent that the damage to cameras when not using the dampener is possibly caused by engine frequencies not just physical more ‘aggressive’ off road vibrations. So regardless of the terrain the dampener is required to protect your phone 🙂👍🏼
@@TheRiderGuider thank you for the quick & detailed reply. Exactly what I needed to hear, buying one today.
That’s what I wanted to know, if the wireless charger could mount to the vibration dampener. So far after 1 year my iPhone 12 Pro Max camera has survived being mounted to my dirt bike/trail bike handlebars with the vibration dampener. Maybe just luck, but I’ve read so many stories where the camera has shit itself after minutes. I suggest it be mounted horizontally or as close to it so the rubbers are loaded evenly. After blowing fuses on my USB charger 3 times while riding in rain and having my battery drain quickly while relying on my phones navigation app, I wondered if the charging head would fit on the dampener. Quad lock’s site doesn’t say if it will, at least I couldn’t find anywhere it does. Thanks for this review and answering my question before I dump $110 bucks on the charger.
Good man. There's a new USB set up by Quadlock too for hardwiring the charger, just released this week.
@@TheRiderGuider yeah I’m a bit annoyed by that, I just ordered the only “water proof” cable I could find from the US at a cost of Aus $78 only to get an email from Quad Lock 3 days later advertising their new cable.
@@BillyBoblovesthedirt DAMN bad timing 😳
@@TheRiderGuider haha yeah, oh well, I would have preferred a quad lock one because I know they make good stuff. I was surprised they didn’t have one and how hard it is to find one that is designed to be water proof/resistant. 👍👍👍
I wasn't aware quadlock did so many products, was only aware of the original. Was aware of the camera issues, and can verify it is definately only an Apple issue as my Samsung has had no issues having been mounted on both push and motorbikes for sometime using the UltimateAddons kit.
Certainly have a look at their web page, they have a bundle of stuff. Keep safe up there 🏴 ... soon be spring and some nice rides to be had 😃👍🏼
Unfortunately I can confirm it is not only definitely an Apple camera issue. The camera on my Huawei P30 Pro is destroyed because of quadlock without damping.
@@TheRiderGuider Aye might have a wee gander but to be honest I trust and value the UltimateAddons range so unless something goes disastrously wrong I can't see me changing. Yeah spring will be here soon... I hope. Stay safe pal
I’ve had my iPhone camera fail twice on the Quadlock with stabilizer. I purchased an Android phone for my bike navigation and haven’t had any issues. Agree it’s difficult to get the phone mounted quickly with the stabilizer.
Some bikes don't cause it at all. You've been unlucky there mate to be fair.
U mean u bought the quadlock with the damper and still damaged your camera?
@@asemal-shaibani5643 Correct. Still no issue with SamsungS10+.
Have you tried putting o-rings on your cable as substitute for seal ?
I did but they fell off when the cable vibrated loose, fortunately they've upgraded the whole product now and it's a massive improvement on the issues I found. Thanks for watching mate.
Plugin cable and use clear silicon (like used in bathroom around shower doors) while waiting for seal. Once connected you shouldn't need to unplug it, and if so you can pull the silicon off.
YEH that would definitely have been the way forward if they hadn't updated it mate for sure. Cheers.
Curious whether you'd recommend the dampener for use on a dash mount in a truck. I see nothing on the matter, but would rather be safe than sorry.
Absolutely an issue unique to motorcycles. It’s vibration frequencies through bike frames at particular engine revs. And not all bikes either. You’ll have no issues mounted as standard in a truck without the dampener 👍🏼 … lock it in mate 😎
@@TheRiderGuider Ah okay, now I know. Much appreciated!
Unfortunately I've just had my iPhone camera replaced again, and the replacement camera was only ever mounted to the anti vibe mount.
😳 first time I’ve heard of that … Apple need to toughen up these internals I reckon 🤔
I've only heard apple phones to have these issues 😮
I believe the vibration is due to the engine, so not something you get on a mountain bike. The micro vibrations when it's revving to thousands of RPM causes the damage to the sensitive parts of a phone camera. Cameras actually move to focus - they're not just a single solid object in that sense. Micro vibrations can damage them and would affect all cameras, not just those in an iPhone, and should not affect mountain bikes as much, if at all.
would a small rubber o ring or rubber band fix the water proof issue with charger.. or even some heat shrink..
there is also a thing called sugru it's a moldable glue that sets like rubber..
Hello mate, the second version sorted the issue out nicely :-) thanks for commenting.
Hello, thankfully quadlock have added an exterior housing for the cable, making it weatherproof. There is a review on my channel if fancy having a look.
Billy ... definitely will thanks - mate. I’ve just contacted them as the connection is also a bit hit and miss now too. Hopefully there’ll be a positive response. As you know, the product is generally a winner but needed some better attention to detail. Hope yours is much improved over mine. Just looked at your channel mate. Love a Triumph 🇬🇧 ... giving you a SUB 👍🏼
@@TheRiderGuider love it so far, no issues whatsoever, had to upgrade my usb plug to a higher output as the quad lock was only charging at a low rate, not the quad locks fault at all. Runs excellent now.
Great stuff. Triumph fan here. Given you a sub! Will watch the vid later. Just at work 👍🏼
I did a test on the GPS charging a while ago somewhere in my reviews ... charged well on full brightness too 👍🏼
@@TheRiderGuider thankyou, subbed. Cheers. ✊
My new wireless charger has had the weatherproofing greatly improved from yours. Re-engineered connection. Maybe ask for a replacement?
Hi Casey, you're absolutely right, they've recently updated it! Maybe I should ask them? Nothing to lose to be fair. Thanks for watching :-)
THEY REFUNDED ME MY ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE OF $134.95 (oz) ... ordered the new one for $109 less 10% discount ... this sounds like I've had a massive WIN here :-)
What’s the helmet, please? Also, QuadLock pulled v.1 of the wireless charger and have now extended the ‘cover’ part around the cable slot that’s part of the unit’s main body.
Hi Luke, they have indeed. I have been sent the V2 and I’m currently putting together a comparison video to show the update. Should be up soon 👍🏼 my skidlid is the HJC RPHA 70 CARBON SOLID (what a mouthful 😄) … It’s now become my daily helmet for the commute as I have an Arai XD4 for going on proper rides 👍🏼
Do you happen to have the links for what you used for the go-pro on your helmet? Genius idea.
The adhesive wall mount (two pack):
www.quadlockcase.com.au/collections/shop-mounts/products/quad-lock-st-adhesive-mount-twin-pack?variant=346961674258
The Universal adaptor:
www.quadlockcase.com.au/collections/shop-other/products/universal-adapter?variant=4273642693
Note when fixing there is no adjustment so you need to ensure you're getting the angle correct otherwise you can end up filming your clocks or the sky ;-)
Also my camera is a Sony in a protective case, the case was ideal for fixing the mounts to.
@@TheRiderGuider Can you provide a bit more information on how you determined the alignment and where to stick the universal adapter and wall mount for the Sony X3000.
I've seen the bent aluminum bar/3m dual-lock contraptions but your solution is so clean and simple, I immediately ordered the Quadlock parts.
Your street footage is excellent and I would like to ensure that I install my Sony x3000 properly.
I watched another CZcams video where the Sony X3000 was recording the side of the helmet..
Very distracting. I definitely want to avoid doing that.
Which angle setting are you using? Wide, Medium, or Narrow.
Did you consider mounting it upside-down on the left side of the helmet?
Thanks in advance.. Awesome videos..
@@devlinn1 Hi Devlin, I'll get on to this very shortly and give you some pointers :-)
@@devlinn1 OKAY mate let's have a look at how I installed, I too was a bit concerned about field of view but the medium setting seems to work fine with 1080 60p 50M ... I mounted on the right of my helmet because I have my Cardo communicator on the other side (which is left side fitment). Obviously the helmet type/make dictates where we can mount the Universal Mount ( www.quadlockcase.com.au/collections/shop-other/products/universal-adapter?variant=4273642693 ) on the helmet (different shapes and size of surface area) but it can be turned 90 degrees to allow a nice even fit. The universal mount isn't that critical on the angle, just get it stuck evenly and neatly at around half way front to back. The adhesive wall mount ( www.quadlockcase.com.au/collections/shop-mounts/products/quad-lock-st-adhesive-mount-twin-pack?variant=346961674258 ) I fitted to the camera/case, this of course needs to be at the correct angle as once installed there's no adjustment other than every quarter turn. I aligned the camera lens so it's exactly at the same angle/direction of the helmet visor - when it's shut of course ;-) ... the way I did this was, after installing the Universal mount I inserted and turned/locked in the wall mount (without the camera/case) then looked side on at the helmet, lined up the camera with the lens at the same angle as my helmet visor, peeled off the backing and stuck it on as far forward as the case would allow. Hope this makes sense. You get two wall mounts in a pack so if get it not quite perfect you can always have a refit. On an old Arai I actually fit my Universal mount on the side-pod, never an issue either. If you want some better images of mine drop me an email at theriderguider@gmail.com and I'll take some pics and send you them back.
Regards
Neil
Have you ever done a test of how rubust the case is.
Just bought the new Samsung 23 and looking for the toughest case... Any ideas
I’m amazed at the amount of times I’ve dropped my iphone. Unmarked and it’s 4 years old. Cases look like nothing but they appear to work.
@@TheRiderGuider thanks for the update.
Hi mate,
Does the wireless charger works with an universal quadlock adaptor on the phone?
I believe so YES.
Do you have any prob with your phone since you installed the dampener? :D
Hi mate, no it's been faultless, due a new one though, it's getting old haha.
Are there tips and tricks as to recording video's? I have an S21 ultra and QL with dampner on my handle bars..
The footage is very shaky due to vibrations..got any tips? Would be much appreciated if 😎🤙
The problem with using a phone with the vibration dampener is the dampener allows movement (like a shock absorber) so video then bounces around. Action cam is the best way.
Hey man. Im using a Catalyst waterproof casing on my iphone 12 pm and i have the QUAD LOCK universal mount at the back. I was told that with this set up, it won’t wireless charge. Im thinking of getting the wireless charger as i do food deliveries morning to night and having wire dangling to charge is not pretty especially when it rains. Hope anyone can help me with this. Thanks!
Check out the quadlock site to see if you can get a case for your phone. The universal mount is pretty thick and that’s probably the issue here. Their phone cases have the built in mount and allow wireless charging 👍🏼👍🏼
One thing I really want to know -- Does the Quadlock unit wireless charging sufficiently charge the phone (increasing the battery level) when you are actively using the phone for navigation or GPS tracking?
Here is your answer Kyle 🙂👍🏼 … czcams.com/video/6w3fPJ3891g/video.html
He is on top of things for sure!
I run the quad lock wireless weatherproof head on my 950 Ducati Hypermotard , I run Waze and either audible or Spotify listening via a Bluetooth helmet. I always arrive with a full battery. The new version has better cables and weatherproof plugs. Very happy
So am going to use ipad mini. Do you know how I would mount the dampner with the quad lock (but I'm going to also use ball from chainmate).
Hi Nick, I'm not sure you would need to use a dampener. I think the issue is purely something to do with particular phones, I'd be surprised if the camera mechanism on an iPad would be the same as what's in the phones. Also it's not all iPhones either. To make sure you could ask Apple if the camera mechanism is the same. I'd go without the dampener to be honest. The iPad being heavier also might not mount as well using a dampener?
@@TheRiderGuider Hey, thank you for realistic appraisal of the problem. I will definitely set up without the dampener and try it out for a couple of weeks (on London's dreadful roads! Thanks a lot.
@@NickDBrewer further investigation actually suggests the vibration from road surfaces isn’t all the issue, it’s actually the vibration frequency from certain bikes that causes it as opposed to bad road surfaces. I initially thought it was uneven roads that caused the damage but not the case. I still think you’ll be okay 👍🏼 … what do you ride?
@@TheRiderGuider z1000sx - brilliant bike, not as heavy as 03 vfr, which makes the vfr much safer at very fast speeds. I really appreciate your very helpful replies.
I have never had any vibration issues with my Samsung on any bike and that includes all kinds of dodgy roads between Da Nang AND China. I had a phone mount that had a wired usb charger incorporated into it on my bike in Vietnam and purchased a really short USB C lead, it worked flawlessly. I'm not a huge fan of wireless to be honest.
Sounds like you've done some decent travelling on two wheels :-)
Same here, mine has even went through crazy rain. Idk why people still buy crapple
I don't know if the dampener works. All reviews I've heard on it don't fix the issue. You can't get proper results unless you were doing this with an iPhone 11 (or newer) model OR an Android that also has Image Stabilization, because that is where the camera issue happens with the servos inside. Along with that, trail riding won't really "aggravate" the dampener compared to a street bike is running at 10k+ RPMs and causes much higher frequencies of vibration. Appreciate the review, but I feel this still doesn't suffice that the dampener helps for those having issues with phone mounts ruining their camera.
Hello mate. Yeh I can only go on my experience. Since fitting the dampener on my T7 I’ve had no issues with my iPhone XR. Previously had even with the same bike. I still feel that the phone manufacturers should be looking at their side of this as well. The hardware clearly could do with some resilience 👍🏼
I have an iPhone XR as well with a busted camera after only 2-3 months of being mounted to my Fatbob. I don’t have a quad lock as I was unaware of the vibration issues until my phone broke. Don’t have a new phone or vibration dampener to test it out either. I will definitely be buying one as well as Apple care once I get a new phone though.
@@jasturner67 same happened to my XS but I have a new iPhone 13 pro and the dampener works great
Had you thought of shaving the USB seal down until the plug clicks in securely?
Could have tried that but the new version fixed things thankfully :-D
@@TheRiderGuider sweet, just got mine in the mail. Perfect fit. Happy New Year dude
@@phillipsandusky3795 Happy New Year have a great 22 mate 🙂
I’ve had quad lock for almost a year, always used with an iPhone and never had an issue. 🤷
The dampener is a success for sure. Thanks for commenting 😁👍🏼
simple .. use old / previous phone for a gps .. and keep the important one in ya pocket .. still able to resieve calls on your E1 intercom etc
This is an option, hoping to get an iPhone 14 later this year, decent camera, and likely with your idea I'll keep my old one to run a couple of 'Moto' apps.
@@TheRiderGuider i use it and i save on phone repairs :) i just hotspot my "main" phone and voila dont even need a sim in other one
Put some blue tack around the connection - simples
Over the years I reckon I’ve fixed all sorts with blue-tac 😁
Quad lock only touts the wireless version to go in your car or home tho...am I wrong ?
There’s a specific one for motorbikes that was introduced about a year or so ago. Sold as weatherproof but as per this video wasn’t exactly up to standard. However, there looks to be an updated version coming out that has addressed the exact issues I highlighted on this review so it should be decent hopefully 🤞🏼 thanks for commenting and watching 👍🏼😎
@@TheRiderGuider awesome ! Got my first quad lock today and getting a motorcycle before the summer is out !
@@masterofnone11 awesome stuff mate. Have you narrowed down which bike yet?
small O ring would work for seal
Yeh they did eventually supply one like I said but being an after thought they weren't that great sadly. The version 2 of the Weatherproof Quad Lock chargeing head has solved the problem ... latest review here > czcams.com/video/pTCwVE0WSXo/video.html :-)
Just a bit of dielectric grease and sorted
firstly mate - i like your review on QL - but i just can't understand your statement at 4min saying the vibration issue is NOT a QL problem but an apple problem. wot? how exactly did apple (also it does appear to affect late model androids) warrant or otherwise imply their phone was suitable to strap onto a rigid mount on a motorbike? Yet QL in releasing a specific case for said phone HAVE implied such fitness for use and yet walk away from liability caused by their product through insufficient testing/ research and product development. Funny also despite this, ppl who have had their phones destroyed without recourse from QL aren't leaving poor reviews on the QL website we're lead to believe? riiiiight. anyway top reviews and info. much appreciated.
Hi mate, thanks for watching and commenting :-)
I don't think it's just a Quad Lock mount problem. Any mount from any manufacturer can cause phone camera damage as from what I understand now, it's caused by frequencies specific to certain motorcycles - not in fact an issue which I initially thought was down to undulating surfaces we ride over shaking the hell out of the internal workings. My belief is still that Apple should be selling a more robust product seeing as it's as expensive as it is compared to Quad Lock supplying a relatively inexpensive mount.They sell their mobiles with the intention we use them in every day life, and for a great number of people that includes attaching them to their motorcycles. I just feel that it's something Apple should be addressing rather than Quad Lock or any other firm curing the problem by having to manufacture a dampener.
@@TheRiderGuider I know it’s a year later, i it should be pointed out that it’s not a matter of robustness or apple cheaping out. In fact any high end phone could suffer from the issue, because it’s the optical image stabilizers that fail. Only the high end phones have physical image stabilization. It’s not really something that can be “fixed” without removing the system that makes the photos and videos so phenomenal.
There’s been many reports of phones from every brand suffering from this issue.
Hi, just come across your channel. A few words about what your saying. Why would apple change something that only happens to such a small number of phones? I don’t know anyone that’s had this issue, and know one that’s knows anyone that has, so can you imagine the percentage of apple phones , that are in the world that have this issue? They don’t make phones to be put through that frequency of vibration. Not economically viable. And about the WiFi charger, I think quad lock have addressed the issue now. And it doesn’t take the brains of an archbishop to waterproof that connector, while your waiting for the mod. A bit of rubber compound would have sealed it up, it’s a permanent cable really anyway. Sorry for the rant lol
Firstly it’s happened to my phone ... twice. Once before it was a recognised issue. Which Apple fixed without knowing what caused it. Second time they questioned if I was mounting on a motorbike, so they had by that stage realised there was an issue of enough magnitude to have their staff aware. Their own research will have pinpointed which batch or which model has or had the issue and they could have recalled. Having paid a three figure sum for what Quadlock advertised as a weatherproof product, no customer should be expected to then have to go and make it actually weatherproof. Apple I think are duty bound to fix the vibration issue, but Apple despite their worth didn’t address it to stop it happening. At least Quadlock threw a load of research and money at it to produce the dampener.
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I think I will stick to my old quad lock charger.
Hi Rach, thanks for watching, there is a new version now that addressed all my issues czcams.com/video/pTCwVE0WSXo/video.html
Really need to get a muff (DeadCat) for your microphone to cancel out the excessive echo in your video...
Thanks mate - yeh things are on the improve, now starting to use one of them.
In my opinion, Quadlock really messed up by not having the cable hard wire into the unit. The plug option is just another annoying place that can rattle loose. I would get one if this wasn't the case!
Yeh I totally agree with this first version of it mate. However it got an update … czcams.com/video/pTCwVE0WSXo/video.html 🙂👍🏼 it’s far better so worth considering now.
Will quad lock work with a Samsung phone?
Tony yeh absolutely. They make Samsung cases 👍🏼
Good to know. My homemade phone charger works great 👍
Haha yeh you should definitely do a video on that mate!
‘Home made Quadlock Killer’ 😃
apple cutting corners. Their newer phones have horrible hardware. That dirt road looks pretty smooth tho compared to nyc streets 😆 come to nyc area. Good review tho!
Bucket list is a NY trip, I'll come test your roads mate :-)
If you're running a USB cable to the back of the wireless charging mount anyways, why not just plug that cable directly into the bottom of your phone? 🤔🤔
Sort of defeats the object for me, I like to just Quadlock it on and ride away, and it's fixed I don't want to be fumbling around for a loose wire/cable. Easier to just mount the phone. Depends on the bike too I suppose.
First small rain and my wireless charging is dead ! I emal to quadlook and they not answering!
Also i have buyed and i stall on my new battery into my motorcycle the Motorcycle - Waterproof 12V To USB Smart Adaptor- And no way to work on AUTO MODE. Just work using ON mode .
So I dont think those piece of product are ok . As the support … they dont answer or maybe to late .
any luck yet mate?
yes,very nice system, but expensive, end every body with a allen key can take it of in a minute, i realy don't understand why there is a connector, why not just a cable coming out of the unit with an connector at the end, then they have to cut the cable to take it off, so its a bit safer, and completeley weatherproof
Yeh I'm lucky where I live and work there's very little risk of people stealing things off my bike.
Couldn't u use electrical tape on the connector for USB charger to protect it from rain-
Hi Dave, That would have been a temporary option I reckon if they hadn't come up with the better version.
I assume a Samsung doesn't have a problem with the camera dying??
Hello mate, not heard of any Samsung issues … and not all Apple, just certain models.
I’m also a Quadlock fanboy and use it daily - I was even one of the test dummies for the dampening device so I’ve used that for over 12 months. The issue isn’t unique to Apple though and the fragile stabilising tech breaks Samsung phones as well.
The issue comes from the high frequency vibration from the engine which resonates through the bike and into the phone. It isn’t from bumps in the road/trail and hence why it isn’t really needed on your mountain bike.
I’d be interested to hear why there are zero reviews on the wireless charger??
Oh wow that’s interesting. Nice input mate. I’m impressed with the dampener for what it does to be fair and like I said in the video ... great value. I’m looking at a way of permanently sealing my wireless charging connection and fixing it, just got to find the right product, windscreen stickaflex or similar would do it I reckon, just a fingertips worth 👍🏼
@@TheRiderGuider do you follow Teapot One? Former colleague from the Met turned full time you tuber. He did a video about setting up a vloggers helmet and discussed how to make a connection waterproof. I’ll link the vid
@@TheRiderGuider czcams.com/video/0wJ5vtksVkc/video.html FF to about 17 minutes
OH bugger just worked out who you are LOL
Enjoyed the review thanks, look into Sugru for sealing that gap, have used sugru before and it sets rock hard and defo seals it, but means it has to stay there. Check out Sugru its good x
Given that this product is almost 70 UKP, it's pretty poor show. I have just started trying Quadlock products and am struck by just how expensive they are.
Hi mate, certainly agree if they hadn't addressed it. Good thing is they 'listened' and improved it ... check this out czcams.com/video/pTCwVE0WSXo/video.html
Have you heard of silicon brother
Having spent $140 on a advertised weatherproof item … does having to then spend more money and time to actually make it weatherproof seem reasonable? I’d say not.
Why can’t Apple make the same camera that’s on GoPro
Coming soon? This would be amazing
www.yankodesign.com/2022/02/02/apple-icam-pro-action-camera-is-for-content-creators-whove-had-enough-of-gopro-hero10/amp/
I would have just used sugru
Never used it before, I have heard it's good stuff.
@@TheRiderGuider Yeah its awesome stuff
Dampener doesn’t work. My camera on my iPhone died.
which model phone mate?
@@TheRiderGuider iPhone 11 Pro max
apple phones cant keep up with droids !
Haha mmmmm Apple have me trapped!!!! Wife’s on Apple, we’ve got Apple computer, Apple TV. Bloody watch’s! I was looking at a Samsung watch the other day, looked amazing! My Apple watch is delicate as! I daren’t wear it for fear of cracking the screen (again) and it was $750!
@@TheRiderGuider I have the Samsung watch and don’t know how I got along without it....not totally hating on Apple ...I’m writing this on an iPad Pro 😂😂
Let me show you this seal which I lost. Ok thanks.
You’re welcome
Just silicon it your not going to take it out
3:54 Thats why I will never understand, why so many fanboys and girls only buy banana products ...
It's not an "Apple" or "iPhone" problem. It's a Modern Phone problem. All high end phones these days have physical image stabilization, and those, will suffer, without the dampener.
Who care the campers on my iPhone sucks anyways lol
I put a Quad Lock in my shower
Haha now there's an idea!!!!!!!
Its quadlock issue not apple 😂😂
They just made every apple user to shill more money for their accessories for phone mount