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Mintbread · Thu Nov 09, 2006 4:40 pm

These are from my last track day and hopefully I will have some good video from the next one planned for 2nd of December.

Mintbread · Sat Nov 25, 2006 10:57 am

With another trackday looming (2nd Dec) and a bunch of mates attending I decided that I would try and get some video of the days events.
My regular camera set-up inside my tankbag is no longer feasable due to the new clip-ons and added to the fact that at 200+kph I tend to lie pretty snuggly on the tank I needed a new camera mount.

I decided to take one of my headlights off and use the bracket for that to mount the camera. I then canibalised a tripod for a few essentials and it fitted beautifully. I now have a fully adjustable set-up mounted right at the front of the bike.

I only unbolted the headlight tp fit the camera but obviously I am going to unhook it completely on the day.

#53 Unread post by **Sev** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 11:17 am

Put something protective over your camera lens

And post the video when you're done.

Mintbread · Sat Nov 25, 2006 11:55 am

Of course.

Although I have no idea what I would do to protect the lens from damage. Anything in front of it can only reduce the quality of the image.

#55 Unread post by **Wrider** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 1:27 pm

Go to the local office supply store and get a protective cover for the screens of palm pilots and such... Those tend to work well as protective covers for anything clear. They stick well, and don't leave any residue...
Wrider

Mintbread · Sat Nov 25, 2006 3:53 pm

After a bit of research I have decided to go with a simple UV filter which screws straight on over the lens. Simple, cheap and unlikely to fly off at high speeds.

BlueBomber · Mon Nov 27, 2006 9:32 am

In the last pic, of the bike head on with the camera...your bike looks like a Cyborg. That is totally freaking awesome.

It's like your bike is The Terminator or something.

So sweet.

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