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« on: March 21, 2009, 10:02:07 AM » |
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I just put down a deposit on a new M1100, and should have it in a few weeks. I've owned two bikes before, and I thought I might record a short video for my non-riding friends to see what it is like riding a motorcycle, especially a Ducati. Has anyone done this before? If so, what video camera have you used? Obviously there must be a lot of possibilities since I've seen many videos on You Tube.
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« Reply #1 on: March 21, 2009, 10:32:11 AM » |
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Well...maybe this one is not the cheapest one on the market but the first one I saw decent images from.. http://twistingasphalt.com/index.php/2009/02/25/my-new-favorite-camera-the-sony-hxr-mc1-1080i-high-defintion-lipstick-system/I would rather go for a semi cheap camcorder solution...preferably one with a chip drive and HDV Any with good optical stabilzers and then think about where to mount it.. The lipstick one is great to have very low...foot high...looks a lot faster then . I got a RAM mount for my TomTom on my handle bar and that can take a camera too... So what I will do is ask around among my friends who got the best cam and then get the right plate holder for it  |
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« Reply #4 on: March 21, 2009, 01:19:15 PM » |
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« Reply #5 on: March 21, 2009, 02:39:32 PM » |
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Hey congrats and welcome to the knut house.
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« Reply #6 on: March 23, 2009, 11:54:52 AM » |
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« Reply #7 on: March 23, 2009, 05:46:29 PM » |
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Based on the specs, the video is gonna suck.
About 1/3 the quality of broadcast tv. Think of listening to FM, then switching to AM.
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« Reply #8 on: March 23, 2009, 06:07:19 PM » |
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Given how bad the video is on these cameras, I'm debating using my Sony HD camcorder and image stabilizing the video in my editing software.
How do people attach these things to their bikes, especially on the tank???
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« Reply #10 on: March 23, 2009, 06:52:15 PM » |
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Given how bad the video is on these cameras, I'm debating using my Sony HD camcorder and image stabilizing the video in my editing software.
How do people attach these things to their bikes, especially on the tank???
I've found atleast on the monster, the best place to mount is on your helmet. Too much vibration i the bike that gets picked up in the video. |
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« Reply #11 on: March 24, 2009, 06:16:39 AM » |
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to all the newer riders out there...remember the best way to guarantee a crash is to film it.
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« Reply #12 on: March 24, 2009, 07:12:06 AM » |
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+1 to that! Of course I still want a cam myself...  |
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« Reply #13 on: March 24, 2009, 07:22:05 AM » |
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to all the newer riders out there...remember the best way to guarantee a crash is to film it.
I must say I do agree. But a camera can also be a useful tool to help show a noob what he/she are doing wrong and/or right. When I went to the Keith Code school they put you on a "camera bike" for some of your laps then go over the footage with you to help you on the next session. It was very helpful for me and might be helpful to others if used correctly. IMO |
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« Reply #14 on: March 31, 2009, 02:48:16 PM » |
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I think i may have found a pretty good solution. http://pointofviewcameras.com/all-cameras/by-activity/water-sports/fcii-fire-cam.htmlI work for a kitesurfing shop out in LBI, NJ (Island Surf and Sail) and were always trying to get video of our guys riding. My boss picked up the VIO POV 1.5 its pretty nice aswell but lots of wires and the price tag is hefty. (600) While searching for an alternative I found the FCII camera, its desgined for firefighters. All in one unit, fully waterproof, and video stabilizers. IM interested in picking one up. The other camera that seemed interesting is the Vholdr, which looks like a nice deal but they never seem to come out and say waterproof which I need. |
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