Adventure bikes are easier to find positions for fixing mounts than my KTM Super Duke R. I have successfully mounted an action camera on one of the front fork legs. This gives a low POV and provides a good dashcam perspective.
A chest or helmet mounting gives a higher POV and a better rider perspective without needing handlebar space for a mounting. Chest mounts can be difficult to don, and helmet mounts are often challenging to fit. Although a tad expensive, I decided to try the Dango mount on my Arai Quantic helmet.
The camera can be attached to the mount with the camera either above or below the mounting point. I prefer the camera to be above the mounting point although this does need an extra adaptor to increase the amount of tilt to obtain the desired POV. The adaptor is added between the Dango and camera mounts. This allows for the natural head position when sitting on the bike and gives an unobstructed POV of the road ahead. With the Dango attached to the helmet I can still operate the front air vent.
When using a helmet mounted camera the rider needs to be aware that constant head movement can be distracting to the viewer of the video. However, this mounting position does add another POV of view and is complimentary to the footage taken from a fixed mounting on the bike.
I am using a GoPro 12 with a RODE Wireless Go external microphone attached to the cold shoe type mount on the camera housing. The remote microphone is mounted inside the helmet with the “dead cat” fitted to attenuate wind noise. To supplement the GoPro battery, it can be powered using a USB lead from a Power Bank located in a pocket, or from a USB power socket on the bike.
The Dango is an effective way of mounting a helmet camera, at least on my helmet. The powerful spring clip provides enough grip for the camera to stay in place while riding. I loop the Dango’s leash through the helmet strap to prevent loss if the grip were to become detached. The Dango also has the advantage that it is quickly removed from the helmet for storing in a bag or using on another helmet, as well as aiding the charging of batteries or uploading the image files.
Used it to capture some great tracking shots, and ideal for when I want to record myself - just grab it on something else! Also it helps my helmet stay level on the floor too - great feature!
Unreal product making filming easy with Friends or alone, the concept of the product is unreal just clip it on & go!
Remaining in customs more than 3 weeks. No progress. Didn't get it yet.
Didn't get it yet. Ordered many weeks ago. Stuck in customs since 3 weeks now. No progress.
The adapter in combination with the gripper pulls to the left while being on my helmet (chin part). So a lot of the footage is now unfortunately tilted.
Unfortunately the mount didn’t fit my helmet. (Airoh twist 2)
The mount looks good and very well built , but just didn’t fit my particular helmet .shame
Amazing product, the absolute perfect chin mount for dirt bike riding!!!
I ordered it just in case but and actually I use the long one which gives more room to move the camera in the best position on my helmet
Very practical, easy to use, versatile and well thought! No need to past it on your helmet for ever, hook wherever you wish on your bike!
Shoot mostly portrait now, this works well to keep the camera bang in the centre.
I saw for the first time the Dango gripper to my friend and she used for all our trip. It was impressive to saw the speed to mount the gripper on the helmet and the durability. Now I bought too and I really love to use it for record all my memories! Best choice
This mount gives the perfect POV for riding. What makes this mount better, in my opinion, than any other chin mount is the ability to just pass the mount and GoPro around with your group of friends that are also riding. If they don't have a GoPro, but you do then you can just pass it around. It's got a very strong spring for the clip mechanism, and the overall construction of it feels very solid and built well. Great product.
Love my gripper used it while on holiday
A Very good mount would definitely recommend it holds on tight even with the weight of a go pro.
This light is sooo bright it’s brilliant would highly recommend for trial riding at night or for exploring
I love these so much that when my friends complain about their clunky fiddly situation I lend them mine! Then they keep it and just transfer me the money for me to buy a new one! This is my fourth one.
Exceeded expectations. Perfect for my application and so easy to use. Highly recommend
The Dango chin mount is just what I wanted. I hate a glued or strapped on mount so I love being able to remove it so easily ( and clip to almost anything else!)
It's very well made and holds the camera very securely.
Excellent customer service and communication too, after a problem with delivery (totally the fault of the mail).
Highly recommended.
Greetings,
I would like to express my satisfaction with the helmet chin mount and maybe even more so with the level of professionalism that the staff (Elliot) handled our interaction when it seemed like my package is taking a little bit too long to arrive.
I am satisfied with your helmet mount and with your brand. I will definitely buy from you again, and if I win that 50 pound gift I will surely use that money to buy one mount for my friend as well.
Top quality!
Best of luck in the future as well!
Kind regards
Robert Lapsanszki
The only option in action camera helmet mounts. Enough said!!
Dango Design Gripper Helmet Chin Mount For Action Cameras
haven´t receive it yet !!!
I seen a guy on YouTube using one of these chin mounts (Midwest mx) I’m really happy with it. It’s a fit great on my airoh, Fox, hjc & Simpson helmet. Also fast delivery. Highly recommend👍🏻