Tested: The Best Motorcycle Phone Mounts For Everyday Riding

Since the debut of the original iPhone in 2007, smartphones have become increasingly integral devices that continue to permeate a great many aspects of our lives. As a result, keeping your smartphone nearby and at the ready is more important now than ever before. And if you’re a motorcyclist, this means you’ll need a reliable means of attaching your phone to your bike. Well aware of this reality, a growing number of companies have started producing purpose-built systems for rigging up your phone to your bike — the latest and greatest of which can be found in this guide to and hands-on review of the best motorcycle phone mounts. 

Selection & Testing

Because smartphones are so pivotal in our everyday lives, the motorcycle phone mount market has massively expanded along with the smartphone space itself. When we first set out to uncover the best moto phone mounts on the market, we first kicked off our search by generating a list of qualities and factors that play crucial roles in determine overall quality, durability, and performance. This includes areas like material selection, mounting mechanism, and phone and case compatibility, just to name a few. With these areas guiding or search, we then were able to generate a shortlist of motorcycle phone mounts that we suspected may represent some of the very best on the market. 

Looking at photos and reading product descriptions of motorcycle phone mounts can be fairly informative, though the reality is that the only real way to get a comprehensive sense of how each mount performs is to use it. So, that’s exactly what we did. After getting our hands on an example from every motorcycle phone mount on our shortlist. We then proceeded to use and test each one for an extended period. Using an iPhone 13 Pro Max and a Ducati Hypermotard SP, we spent roughly three weeks testing every mount on our shortlist in and around the Los Angeles area. 

During this hands-on testing process, each phone was used to commute to and from the office in order to glean a general sense of what it’s like to live with and utilize each mount on a daily basis. During this time, we scrutinized areas such as ease of mounting, the ease of use of each release mechanism, and overall adjustability. For the first time, I was actually glad that Los Angeles’ pothole-ridden streets are so rough and poorly maintained, as it allowed us to really put each mounts’ ability to hold onto the phone to the test. 

Once armed with the information from our hands-on testing, we were then able to narrow our original shortlist down to a final hard list of what we found to be the best motorcycle phone mounts currently available. It’s also worth mentioning that there were several mounts that, for one reason or another, we just barely edged out, and though these mounts were bumped off the main list, they still received an honorable mention — our favorite of which can be found at the very bottom of this guide. So, now that you know how we went about selecting and testing, let’s dive into our picks for the very best phone mounts for motorcycles. 

Freakmount Billet

Best Magnetic Pick: Taking its name from its precision-machined aircraft-grade billet construction, the Freakmount Billet is a simple yet effective motorcycle phone mount that, rather than attaching to a bike’s handlebar, clutch perch, or steering stem, uses a non-scratch, rubber-coated magnet that allows it to stick on to any metallic surface on the motorcycle (which for most riders means sticking it to the top of their bike’s tank). Hugely benefitting from the simplicity and effectiveness of its magnetic-coupling, the mount also features a set of spring-loaded clamp arms that hold the phone in place.

The Good

Surprisingly affordable considering the premium nature of its material selection and manufacturing technique, the Freakmount Billet starts life as a solid block of aluminum billet that’s then precision-machined down to form before being fortified via an anodized finish that’s offered in five different color options. The FreakMount Billet also uses a universally-sized setup that fits practically any phone — and any case — measuring from 2.5″ to 4.3″ wide and up to half-an-inch thick. Because it doesn’t require any tools or hardware to mount and just sticks on using a magnet, the Freakmount Billet is not only by far the easiest to install, but it’s also by far the easiest mount to transfer from bike to bike. 

Supplementary Strengths

I wasn’t too sure as to how secure this mount was going to be, but my testing revealed that its combination of a base magnet and spring-loaded arms proved to be incredibly effective, and any worry I had about losing my phone quickly vanished after only a few hours of riding. What’s more, I actually have a friend that uses the Freakmount Billet on all of their bikes, and thus far they’ve been in two accidents and neither time did their phone come out of the mount, nor did the mount itself detach from the bike — and in one of these cases they were hit by a car, too!

The Not So Good

I did come across a few minor gripes during the time I spent testing this mount. Because it it uses such powerful springs to take the phone stuck in place, it can sometimes be a little bit tricky to remove the phone from when wearing gloves. I actually found it easier in some cases to answer calls or take photos by removing the entire mount from the bike with the phone in it, using the form, and then sticking it back on the bike — rather than removing the phone from the mount.

Additionally, I wish there were tabs or pins or something on the outside of the mount’s arms that would make it easier to open and close it around a phone when installing or removing it. And, while it’s by far the easiest case to install or transfer between bikes, it’s also by far the easiest for thieves to steal. Fortunately, it’s easy enough to remove small enough to simply remove from the bike and store under the seat or toss in a bag when you park for the night. 

Verdict: With a spring-loaded set of arms to secure your phone and a non-scratch rubber-coated magnetic to keep the thing stuck to your bike, the Freakmount Billet is a simple yet effective motorcycle phone mount that’s rugged, affordable, easy to use, easy to transfer from bike-to-bike, and able to accommodate just about any smartphone and any case. 

Klock Werks nomad+ Universal Bar Phone Mount

Best Modular Pick: First established in 1997, Klock Werks is a unique customs shop and parts and accessories brand based in Mitchell, South Dakota. Though the boutique brand typically trades in cruiser parts, it’s also branched out to deliver some stellar moto accessories such as the Klock Werks nomad+ Universal Bar Phone Mount. This mount consists of a quick-release snap-over handlebar clamp that’s capped off with a magnetic surface that Klock Werks calls an “iOcore.”

Rather than being compatible with a specific smartphone case, this mount ships with a pair of small stainless steel magnetic discs — called “iOdiscs” — that have an adhesive on one side that can be stuck to a phone, allowing it to magnetically couple with and attach to the iOcore. This universal mounting system also fits 7/8”, 1.0”, or 1.25-inch-sized bars, as well.

The Good

Installation is as easy as throwing the quick-release snap-over clamp onto your handlebars, tightening a single bolt, and you’re good-to-go. From there, you just stick the phone onto the magnetic-coupling mount, and you’re done. There’s no mechanical mechanism to snap into, switches to throw, or knobs to tighten. From an operational standpoint, it’s just about as easy as using a phone mount can get. Thanks to some ridiculously strong adhesive and some equally strong magnets, the nomad+ mount is surprisingly secure — especially for a setup that uses magnetism in favor of a mechanically-locking setup.

This mount also boasts an overall level of quality that you’d expect from a shop that’s routinely tapped by major motorcycle manufacturers to work and consult on factory-built customs and ultra-elite handworked limited edition models. In addition to the general simplicity and effectiveness of this mount, I also love that it’s compatible with Klock Werks’ ecosystem of nomad and nomad+ phone mounts, which can also be used in your car, at your desk, and really practically anywhere. 

Supplementary Strengths

I was initially bothered by the fact that the mount comes with an included tether to serve as an insurance policy, should your phone become separated from the mount, as I felt like this pointed to Klock Werks not having he most faith in the strength of the mount’s magnetism. After testing it for an extensive period, I’m now convinced the tether is there in case you manage to accidentally bump the phone while it’s on the mount, or for in the event of an accident, where the phone also may be knocked out of place, as the magnet is just crazy strong.

Even riding through countless potholes and hitting cracks on the freeway didn’t manage to jostle the phone out of Klock Werks’ nomad+ Universal Bar Phone Mount. In fact, I eventually came to trust this mount so much, that when I was recently testing out action cameras, I ended up sticking an iOdisc onto the bottom of one of the cameras and then sticking it to the nomad+ mount to attach it to my bike (and the camera remained safely in place the entire time I used it. 

The Not So Good

Though I’ll readily admit that my phone always remained stuck to the mount every time I used it, I still don’t love that there’s nothing keeping the phone in place other than a few magnets, as this setup, while easier to use, just isn’t as robust or secure as the models from Peak Design, Rokform, Quad Lock, or Peak Design. The tether is always there to serve as an insurance policy, sure, but I ultimately just had a little less peace of mind when using this mount compared to several others. Because the magnets never failed, it’s hard to deduct too many points for this, but I still felt it was worth mentioning.

My only other bone to pick with Klock Werks’ nomad+ Universal Bar Phone Mount is the required installation time. Securing the mount to the handlebar takes all of two minutes, and connecting the iOdisc to your phone or phone case can be done in mere seconds, however, once you stick said disc to the phone or case, you then have to wait a full 24 hours for the adhesive to fully cure. This issue obviously only comes up once and only impacts you on day one of ownership, but I did find it a little annoying that I couldn’t use the mount the same day I got it. 

Verdict: If you want a simple yet effective universal mounting system that doesn’t require a specific phone case, Klock Werks’ nomad+ Universal Bar Phone Mount is the way to go. It’s also compatible with the rest of the South Dakota shop’s nomad mounting ecosystem. 

Quad Lock Motorcycle Handlebar Mount

Best Quick-Release Pick: Since first coming onto the scene in 2012, Quad Lock has carved out a well-deserved reputation as an emerging market leader in the phone mount space — a feat largely achieved on the strength of its super-simple yet ultra-effective twist-lock mechanism. Pieced together using stainless steel hardware, the entire mount consists of a stainless steel handlebar clamp and a main body and quick-release mechanism that are made from glass-filled nylon — a lightweight yet decidedly hardwearing material that’s often used for crafting knife handles.

While there’s admittedly a tiny bit of play, the mount still felt incredibly secure, and I never once doubted that my phone would stay in place. Using this mount requires using one of Quad Lock’s proprietary smartphone cases. Soft to the touch on the outside, the case itself — known as the Quad Lock Original Case — features a polycarbonate core that’s wrapped in an impact-absorbing edge-to-edge TPU outer shell and fitted with a protective lining. And, though they’re a bit more expensive, Quad Lock also sells magnetic “MAG” cases that are compatible with its mounts. 

The Good

To mount the phone, you simply line the phone case up with the mount, press it to the thing, rotate the phone 45°, and it will snap into place with a satisfying click that tells you the phone is securely locked in. Releasing the mobile device’s case from the mount is as simple as pressing down on the blue tab and the mobile device comes right out. The mount also allows you to orient your phone in portrait or landscape setups. This locking mechanism does take a bit of getting used to in order to be able to walk up and accurately line up the phone to snap into place.

For the first few days it always took me around 30 seconds, though by the end of my first week it was totally natural and I could do it in maybe 2 to 5 seconds tops. I also thoroughly appreciate the fact that it’s damn-near impossible not to be sure if the phone is locked in. Another definitive highlight of Quad Lock’s mounts is that they can be fixed to a huge slew of different locations in and around your bike’s cockpit, from the handlebar to the handlebar clamps to the fork stem to the clutch and brake perches to the brake reservoir to the mirror stems. 

Supplementary Strengths

Though I partially feel like this is just done as a way for the company to nickel and dime its customers, I do ultimately appreciate the fact that Quad Lock allows you to purchase optional upgrades for its mounts, such as the more premium MAG case, its wireless charger upgrade, or its vibration dampener. Quad Lock also sells this same design in more premium alloy-construction Pro-spec models (though the non-alloy construction is plenty rugged, and is quite a bit cheaper).

And while this mount does require that you use — and purchase — one of Quad Lock’s compatible phone cases, the brand fortunately makes a variety of compatible cases for iPhones, Pixel phones, a Huawei phones, and Galaxy phones. The company also produces an ecosystem of mounts that are compatible with this same case, including desk mounts, action camera mounts, car mounts, bicycle mounts, and even mounts for strollers, aviation mounts, off-roading mounts, and marine mounts. 

The Not So Good

Despite thoroughly scrutixzing the Quad Lock Motorcycle Handlebar Mount, I ultimately uncovered very few issues or downsides while testing. I don’t love that this mount requires that you use a specific phone case. And, while it’s easy to quickly master, I didn’t love how long it initially took me to line up the phone case and mount in order to get the thing locked in. And that’s it. Those were the only real gripes I had with it — a fact that speaks volumes about how well-designed of a mount this truly is. 

Verdict: The Quad Lock Motorcycle Handlebar Mount is a cleverly-designed quick-release-style mount that’s as secure as it is easy to use. If you want ample security and a huge selection of mounting location options at a low price, than look no further. 

RAM Mounts X-Grip Large Phone Mount with Torque Large Rail Base Short Arm

Best Universal Fit Pick: As modern smartphones have permitted most facets of our lives, a growing number of companies have tossed their respective hats into the motorcycle phone mount ring. Prior to this recent boom, there was one long-time leader in this space, and that was RAM Mounts. For years, if you saw a phone mount on a motorcycle, there was a pretty high likelihood that it was one of RAM Mounts’ X-Grip models. As such, when it came time to test the best mounts, we knew the X-Grip had to be on our shortlist — and after completing testing, the mount has earned itself a spot on this primary list of the best of the best.

The X-Grip mount features a spring-loaded, double-scissor design with rubber end caps that press together, keeping your phone in place. This X-shaped element is bolted to a handlebar clamp that puts the phone out front where it can be visible and at-the-ready. The X-shaped part is made from stainless steel and fitted with rubber-coated tips at all four corners. By just squeezing the two left or the two right ends of the X, the mount opens up, letting you set your phone in, before releasing the two ends, allowing it to keep your mobile device in place. 

The Good

The X-Grip component of the mount is connected to a one-inch rubber ball that will integrate with any of RAM Mounts’ double ball and socket mounting system models. I also like that when secured to the mount, the phone’s ports and buttons are all still accessible and functional. The mount uses a very simple and fairly primitive setup and design that at least feels like it should be less secure than locking quick-release mounts like those from Peak Design, Rokform, and Quad Lock.

With that said, it’s hard to knock the X-Grip mount, as it performs exactly as advertised. This setup also makes it super easy to install or remove a smartphone from the mount even when wearing thick insulated winter riding gloves. At the center of the X is a housing crafted from high-strength composite. This central housing is also decorated in a RAM Mounts logo that I found to provide a bit of friction and traction that ultimately further aids in keeping a phone squarely, firmly, and securely in place — a very minor detail but one that I nonetheless appreciated. 

Supplementary Strengths

I’d be willing to wager quite a bit that RAM Mounts are the current market leader in the motorcycle phone mount space. And while part of this is undeniably owed to the fact that the company makes a solid product, I’m also confident that its stranglehold on the market was also partially owed to them being one of the few options on the market for quite a while — though this has hugely changed in recent years, and brands like Quad Lock have steadily been nipping at RAM Mounts’ heels and stealing what I can only assume is a slow but ever-increasing amount of RAM’s marketshare.

The X-Grip mount can also be upgraded with an available Tether system that further secures the corners of your phone to the mount itself, providing another layer of security. I personally know riders that have owned RAM X-Grip mounts that they’ve now used on a daily basis for well over a decade with zero signs of degrading or weakening. 

The Not So Good

Though it’s undeniably an example of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” RAM Mounts’ X-Grip range nonetheless sports a fairly dated design that hasn’t received a major update or overhaul in well over a decade — closer to two in fact. And, while in my experience, RAM Mounts’ X-Grip did just as good and just a secure of a job of holding my phone as every other mount I tested, though I still feel like, just based on its design, that it’s more prone to dropping a phone compared to mechanically-locking mounts.

I also found that it was easy to accidentally release a phone from the mount when turning it from portrait to landscape mode. Because of the materials and design, I feel like this mount, while fairly affordable, just doesn’t offer the best bang-for-your-buck — though it also doesn’t require that you purchase a new compatible phone case like several of the other models I tested. Lastly, the rubber items that hold the phone in place do block a small portion of the corners of your screen. And that concludes every gripe and complaint I stumbled across while getting hands-on with this mount. I’ll also point out that this small list of downsides is pretty massively outweighed by everything else the X-Grip lineup has going for it — which is a lot. 

Verdict: Boasting a universal fit able to accept practically any smartphone, the RAM Mounts X-Grip uses a spring-loaded scissor-style configuration in order to keep phones secure and in place, no matter how rough your ride gets. If you want a robust option that will allow you to keep your existing phone case, the options really don’t get better than this. 

Peak Design Motorcycle Bar Mount

Best Overall Pick: The Peak Design Motorcycle Bar Mount is a small but mighty phone mount that raises the bar in this space and sets a new standard for excellence. The mounting head and arm are CNC-machined from aluminum billet and hit with a protective anodized finish. Also available in a version that attaches to the bike’s steering stem, this handlebar mount features a clever locking 360-degree-rotating head, along with a grippy silicone mounting pad with Tinuvin 770 UV-stabilizer and Peak Design’s proprietary SlimLink magnetic-locking mechanism. A best-in-class vibration isolator not only makes it easier to read the phone’s display while riding at speed, but it also mitigates potential damage to the phone’s delicate interior components. 

Not only did I find this to be the very best motorcycle phone mount that I tested — or that I’ve ever used, period — but this realization revealed itself to me after only maybe an hour of using it. It really is that good. The mounting arm can also be removed and the phone can be mounted directly to the handlebar for an even more low-profile setup. Thanks to a myriad of included EPDM rubber bar sizing collars, the mount can fit1-1/4″, 1-1/8″, 1″ and 7/8″ bars. 

The Good

Able to be installed using just two screws, this mount can also be set in a whopping two-dozen positions — plus can work in portrait or landscape modes. To mount a phone you just lineup the slot in the back of the case with the mount and press the case down until it clicks in. The back of the mount has little spring-loaded tabs on both sides, though only one of them needs to be pressed in order to unlock the mechanism and remove the phone. Despite how easy it is to lock-in and remove a phone from Peak Design’s mount, the thing still feels ridiculously solid and secure, and at no point did I ever worry that my phone would fall off, get bumped free, or otherwise detach from the Motorcycle Bar Mount. 

At first I was actually nervous that it wouldn’t be able to hold my phone, based on how small the SlimLink element is, but the thing proved itself to be ridiculously secure. I also love that you can effortlessly mount or remove a phone using just one hand — even when wearing gloves. Whether its one of its carbon fiber tripods or travel or EDC backpacks, every product I’ve ever used from Peak Design is extremely calculated and cleverly-designed, and the Motorcycle Bar Mount is no exception. Every minor detail has been painstakingly scrutinized and thoroughly considered, leading to small details that help to elevate the product as a whole — such as how the entire mount is pieced together using premium PVD-coated stainless steel hardware. Backed by a lifetime warranty, the entire mount weighs in at just 5.17oz, too. 

Supplementary Strengths

Being particularly attached to my iPhone 13 Pro Max’s ultra-rugged and ultra-trusted Pelican case, I wasn’t particularly thrilled that using Peak Design’s mount would require me to ditch my case in favor of the brand’s MagSafe-compatible Everyday Case, though it quickly became one of my favorite aspects of this mount’s already-stellar overall user experience. Sporting a super-slim 2.4mm profile, the case boasts a lightweight yet super rugged polycarbonate body adorned in a nylon canvas fabric shell that’s weatherproof, Bluesign-approved, and made from 100% recycled materials. 

Weighing only 1.4oz, the case also features a rubberized full-surround shock-absorbing bumper system, aluminum buttons, and a protective lip around the screen and camera lenses. Drop-tested to 6’, the case not only provides solid protection, but it also has an unmistakably premium fit and finish and overall feel to it — not unlike the other many Peak Design products I’ve used over the years. The case is also compatible with Peak Design’s Mobile Tripod, Mobile Creator Kit, Out Front Bicycle Mount, and the rest of its SlimLink ecosystem. The mount is also compatible with the polycarbonate-framed, TPU bumper-equipped Nomad x Peak Design Rugged Case, though unfortunately that case is only available for the iPhone 14 and 15 and isn’t sold in a version that fits my 13 Pro Max. 

The Not So Good

With Peak Design’s Motorcycle Bar Mount being just about as close to perfect as a motorcycle mount can get, it probably won’t come as a shocker to learn that my gripes and complaints surround this model were few and far between. The first of which has to do with the mount itself. Even though its vibration damping is fantastic, it still has a tiny bit of wobble and play to it, especially when riding at higher speeds. My only other issue wasn’t with the phone mount, but the phone case. Though it was admittedly my favorite out of all the mount-specific cases I tested — and by a pretty significant margin — I was nonetheless annoyed by how the magnets embedded in the back of the case would constantly attract and cling to any metallic items in my pocket. As such, on several occasions when I took it out of a pocket, it would take my keys, a lighter, or EDC flashlight with it. 

Verdict: Hands-down the best motorcycle phone mount currently on the market, the Peak Design Motorcycle Bar Mount separates itself from other mounts on the market via its premium material selection, stellar phone case, ultra-easy-to-use quick-release mechanism, and one-handed and glove-friendly nature. Sure, it costs a bit more than other phone mounts, but it really is worth every penny. 

Rokform Motorcycle Perch Mount

Best Premium Pick: The Rokform Motorcycle Perch Mount is an unmistakably high-end take on a modern motorcycle phone mount. Exceeding military-grade drop-test standards, the mount is milled from aluminum billet and mounts to the bike’s clutch (or brake) perch where it’s up and out of the way of instrumentation or motorcycle GPS units. Pairing with a proprietary phone case, this perch mount design uses the brand’s Roklock twist lock technology — a setup that’s very similar to Quad Lock’s mechanism and design. The mount can not only be rotated 360°, but the arm can also be set at a pivot angle ranging from -20° to 55°.

The Good

Offered in bare, polished aluminum or black-anodized finishes, Rokform’s Motorcycle Perch Mount also benefits from embedded industrial-grade magnets that help guide the case to the twist-lock mechanism. Thanks to those built-in magnets, the case can also be stuck to any metallic surface — a feature I really enjoyed when working on my bike, as I could simply slap the phone to my tank and watch instructional videos as I wrenched.

Between its premium billet construction and ultra-secure twist-lock mechanism, Rokform’s Moto clutch perch mount lends a ton of confidence and peace of mind, knowing your phone isn’t going anywhere. Like Quad Lock’s Motorcycle Handlebar Mount, Rokform’s Motorcycle Perch Mount can be optioned with an available vibration dampener for an added fee (of $30). And, while it’s another small detail, I do really like that this mount ships with two sets of stainless steel hardware (one in metric sizing and the other in SAE). 

Supplementary Strengths

Installing the Rokform Motorcycle Perch Mount is as simple as removing the front-plate of the bike’s clutch (or brake) perch and replacing that piece with the mount by inserting a set of screws through the existing holes. From there you just set your desired angles and you’re off and running. And while I opted for the clutch perch mount, Rokform makes handlebar and stem mount versions, plus the thing is even compatible with RAM Mount’s ball joints.

The MIL-STD 801G-516.6-rated case that’s required to use the mount features an integrated lanyard attachment hole that allows it to be mated to the phone with an included tether. The fact this is feature is included honestly baffles me, as the mount and its locking mechanism are so secure and robust that it’s hard to imagine a scenario in which the tether would ever be needed. Rokform also sells a myriad of other products that are compatible with its phone case, such as a Swivel Dash and desk mount and a RokLock wireless charger. What’s more, the case is also MagSafe compatible, while also working with any of Rokform’s wireless charging products. 

The Not So Good

Practically every issue I came across while testing this mount were to be expected. First off, I don’t love that it requires that I use a proprietary phone case — an area compounded by the fact that I just wasn’t a fan of the phone case in general. Sure, it provides a ton of protection, but it does so at the cost of being fairly bulky. In Rokform’s credit, the brand does produce the smaller but less protective Crystal Case that largely remedies this issue.

Second, while I love the ample adjustability this mount offers, it does require a tool to make said adjustments. Third and finally, while I think it’s fairly easy to justify its price considering its material selection and admittedly stellar build quality, $120 is still a lot to spend on a motorcycle phone mount — and that’s before factoring in the $60 MSRP of Rokform’s compatible Rugged Case or Crystal Case. 

Verdict: The Rokform Motorcycle Perch Mount is a premium interpretation of a motorcycle phone mount that offers a unique blend of top-shelf materials and unparalleled adjustability — all in a super robust and secure package with a twist-lock mechanism that practically guarantees that your phone will always stay mounted to your bike. 

Motorcycle Phone Mounts Comparison Chart

What To Consider When Shopping

Most motorcycle phone mounts are fairly simple and straight-forward as far as products go. With that said, there’s still a slew of factors and areas that are crucial to consider when shopping. Directly below, we’ll be breaking down the most pivotal areas to consider before pulling the trigger on buying a new moto phone mount. 

Materials: Just like with practically any other product, the materials used to construct a phone mount will play a monumental role in its overall quality and durability. As a result, you’ll want to pay close attention to the materials used to craft a motorcycle phone mount. 

Connection & Release Mechanism: One area that also plays a pretty pivotal role in the overall operation and user experience of any phone mount is the item’s mechanism for connecting to or releasing the phone. These systems can hugely vary and differ from model to model, making it another crucial area to review when shopping in this space. 

Adjustability: Because different motorcycles have different rider’s triangles and ergonomic setups, a great many of today’s best smartphone mounts feature adjustable elements that allow the phone and mount to be moved, titled, or rotated in order to suit the needs of the rider and their bike. And while pretty much all mounts off some basic level of adjustability, some feature far more than others, making this yet another important area to review when shopping. 

Mounting Location: Though pretty much every motorcycle phone mount is designed to be installed somewhere in the cockpit, there are actually quite a few places the thing can be mounted within a bike’s rider’s quarters. In addition to classic handlebar mounts, there are also handlebar clamp mounts, fork stem mounts, clutch and brake perch mounts, brake reservoir mounts, and even mirror mounts. 

Size: Motorcycle phone mounts can also substantially differ in terms of size and weight, with some mounts being much bigger and bulkier than others. Depending on your bike’s cockpit layout and what other accessories and items you already have mounted, the size of a phone mount is definitely another crucial area to review. 

Ease Of Installation: Some moto phone mounts are a lot easier to install than others. Fortunately, you typically only have to install these mounts once, but if you’re transferring your mount from bike to bike this is very much an area worth taking into account. If you happen to leave your bike parked on the street at night, the more difficult-to-install mounts can actually be beneficial, as they’re harder to remove — and thus harder to steal off your bike. 

Sturdiness: Though this area largely boils down to just material selection and design, the overall sturdiness of a mount is nonetheless a wildly important area to take into account when buying a phone mount. It can be difficult to get a sense of sturdiness simply from looking at mounts online, though reading reviews (such as the one you’re reading this very second) should help to shine a light on this area. 

Phone Compatibility: Whether it’s an iPhone, a Pixel phone, a Huawei phone, or a Galaxy phone, the vast majority of modern-day smartphones are fairly similar in terms of shape and size. With that said, there are quite a few phone mounts that are designed to accommodate a specific phone type or model. Consequently, you’ll want to verify that your phone is compatible with any mount that you’re considering. What’s more, there are also quite a few universal motorcycle phone mounts on the market that can accommodate practically any smartphone. 

Case Compatibility: While some motorcycle phone mounts are able to accept pretty much any phone or case, others require a specific case that the mount won’t work without. Though this makes for a seamless mounting experience, it also requires that you purchase a new case for your smartphone — which could be a dealbreaker depending on how attached you are to your phone’s existing case. 

Charging Compatibility: Having the ability to juice-up your phone’s battery while on-the-go can be incredibly convenient (especially when touring). As a result, we recommend checking out this area as not all mounts will allow your phone to receive a charge. 

Dampening: Vibration is pretty much always an issue with any mounted accessories on your bike. Due to this, dampening is an important area to take into account when shopping, as each mount’s ability to dampen vibration can hugely differ from model to model. Additionally, there are also some mounts that can be upgraded/optioned with purpose-built vibration dampers (albeit for an added fee/price). 

Honorable Mentions 

If you simply want the least-expensive available handlebar phone mount — but still want a mount that you can trust will securely hold your phone — than the JOYROOM Motorcycle Phone Mount is the one to get. Designed to withstand wind and vibrations from speeds of up to 100mph, this model uses a simple handlebar clamp setup, plus it allows your phone to be oriented in portrait or landscape modes. Locking and unlocking the mount is also as simple as flipping a small red tab on the underside of the mount (a tab that’s easy to manipulate even with riding gloves on). 

Using a fully, 360-degree-adjustable ball-and-socket setup, the Mob Armor Mob Mount Switch Magnetic Phone Mount is a super secure and super versatile dash mount that can be connected to pretty much any metallic surface (or stuck on using adhesive). With three points of contact, this mount practically guarantees your phone will remain in place. It’s also crucial to note that, not only is this mount insanely easy to swap from bike to bike (thanks to its magnetic base), but it can also be used in cars or trucks. 

Cut from ultra-rugged UltraMax fabric, the Nelson Rigg Route 1 Magnetic Phone Holder is a unique alternative to a regular smartphone mount, as it consists of a pouch that magnetically attaches to the bike’s tank. A see-through window allows the phone to be viewed when in the pouch. It’s also both secure and super easy to remove, plus boasts a bit of storage space for securely housing your license, credit cards, cash, and other small EDC essentials. Touchscreen-friendly, this model is also touchscreen friendly and comes equipped with reverse-coil zippers. 

Most phone mounts that can charge your device require the thing be hard-wired to your bike’s battery (or at least a USB port). The Sena PowerPro Phone Mount with Charging presents a clever alternative, as it features an onboard 10,000-mAh onboard battery that allows this mount to juice up your average smartphone half-a-dozen-times over. In typical Sena fashion, it also works flawlessly and is incredibly well-built. If keeping your device juiced up while in the saddle is your top priority, this is 100% the one to get. 

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Interested in checking out some additional devices that you can mount to your bike? Then be sure to cruise over to our guide to and hands-on review of the best motorcycle cameras for capturing first-person footage for an in-depth look at our break-down of the latest and greatest dash, action, and helmet cameras that money can currently buy.