bealus Posted June 17, 2013 Share Posted June 17, 2013 As I see quite a few cars in Thailand(owned by Fa rang as well as Thai)are being equipped with a dash-cam, and this may not be a disadvantage considering Thai road conditions and style of driving, I have a question: Recently bought a bike myself here and enjoy it a lot; but while trying to anticipating on the traffic, sometimes it's a close call to avoid accidents. Bit of proof or evidence from the accident or incident could come in handy. So I wonder are there waterproof mountable kind of dash/cockpit cams for motorcycles available, does someone has experience with them, and where can they be bought/ordered in Thailand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RubberSideDown Posted June 17, 2013 Share Posted June 17, 2013 The GoPro comes with a wateproof housing- the new 3 is out, and you might still find some great deals on a leftover 2. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yankee99 Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 The GoPro comes with a wateproof housing- the new 3 is out, and you might still find some great deals on a leftover 2. agreed^^^^^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bealus Posted June 18, 2013 Author Share Posted June 18, 2013 The GoPro comes with a wateproof housing- the new 3 is out, and you might still find some great deals on a leftover 2. Thx for the info; will Google for the specs. Wish it has a loop-funtion too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
how241 Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 The GoPro comes with a wateproof housing- the new 3 is out, and you might still find some great deals on a leftover 2. +1...Thanks for that info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garry Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 http://www.tachyoninc.com/bikercam.php HD - 30 FPS - MPEG 4, H.264. Continuous loop recording can record continuousy when used in combination with Charge n' Record 12V Charger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klarge2 Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 Chinavasion.com do some great ones and phones etc: they ship to LOS from HK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B1ade Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 The GoPro is excellent, a few different mounts available for bars, tanks etc. That would be my choice too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poanoi Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 I have been searching for an age for something that charge while record, the thing Garry uploaded fits the bill except one thing: I also want to have a small video on the thing so 1] i can see where i aim 2] i can replay and watch it on the spot So can i connect or add that thing to a display somehow on the spot ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farang b Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 Try a GOPRO Camera should do what you want. Be safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angryfarang Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 I'm looking for something that I can have on the bike all the time. i.e. the dvr mounted under the seat and wired cams front and rear that I could mount inside the fairing. I'd connect it to the ignition so it comes on automatically when I start the bike. Has anyone seen anything like this? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poanoi Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 (edited) There is a way to charge while record with gopro actually, by cutting a hole in the housing and charge via a mini USB http://goprouser.freeforums.org/viewtopic.php?t=6958&p=39112 so where do i buy gopro in pattaya ? Edited June 18, 2013 by poanoi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Genericnic Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 The GoPro comes with a wateproof housing- the new 3 is out, and you might still find some great deals on a leftover 2. The waterproof housing for the GoPro is excellent. I have diver friends that have used them as deep as 130 feet with no problems. David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bealus Posted June 18, 2013 Author Share Posted June 18, 2013 Chinavasion.com do some great ones and phones etc: they ship to LOS from HK Chinavasion.com do some great ones and phones etc: they ship to LOS from HK lot of interesting gadgets; bookmarked it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bealus Posted June 18, 2013 Author Share Posted June 18, 2013 The GoPro comes with a wateproof housing- the new 3 is out, and you might still find some great deals on a leftover 2. The waterproof housing for the GoPro is excellent. I have diver friends that have used them as deep as 130 feet with no problems. have used them as deep as 130 feet with no problems will survive any pothole in Thailand then.......... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bealus Posted June 18, 2013 Author Share Posted June 18, 2013 There is a way to charge while record with gopro actually, by cutting a hole in the housing and charge via a mini USB http://goprouser.freeforums.org/viewtopic.php?t=6958&p=39112 so where do i buy gopro in pattaya ? thx for the vid about mounting the GoPro to the bike; can't help you about a dealer in Pattaya. Just returned from BKK with the official GoPro brochure. Prices vary from Baht 11.160 for the "naked" Hero 3 up to Baht 19.800 for Hero 3 including Surf Edition water-proof Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bealus Posted June 18, 2013 Author Share Posted June 18, 2013 http://www.tachyoninc.com/bikercam.php HD - 30 FPS - MPEG 4, H.264. Continuous loop recording can record continuousy when used in combination with Charge n' Record 12V Charger http://www.tachyoninc.com/bikercam.php HD - 30 FPS - MPEG 4, H.264. Continuous loop recording can record continuousy when used in combination with Charge n' Record 12V Charger Continuous loop recording & continuous charging; tailor-made for motorcycles. Impressive!!! Think a lot of bikers on TV(including OP)like this 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bealus Posted June 18, 2013 Author Share Posted June 18, 2013 I have been searching for an age for something that charge while record, the thing Garry uploaded fits the bill except one thing: I also want to have a small video on the thing so 1] i can see where i aim 2] i can replay and watch it on the spot So can i connect or add that thing to a display somehow on the spot ? I have been searching for an age for something that charge while record, the thing Garry uploaded fits the bill except one thing: I also want to have a small video on the thing so 1] i can see where i aim 2] i can replay and watch it on the spot So can i connect or add that thing to a display somehow on the spot ? First the bad news: Its NOT waterproof(so you have to get/make a casing yourself)and designed for cars; but it HAS GPS on board and INSTANT replay. So couldn't resist to share it with you anyway. If somebody could make this work on a bike; you'd have TRACKING&IMAGING of your trips! http://www.m3asia.com/index.php?option=com_djcatalog2&view=item&id=71:papago-p3-full-hd-driving-recorder&cid=12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poanoi Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 It would be fairly easy to make a plexiglass housing for a dash cam on a bike, the question is, where do i buy plexiglass in pattaya ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fakename Posted July 14, 2013 Share Posted July 14, 2013 They can be found at Tukcom in Pattaya, and they have a plexi case, but I dont know the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garry Posted July 15, 2013 Share Posted July 15, 2013 (edited) http://www.tachyoninc.com/bikercam.php HD - 30 FPS - MPEG 4, H.264. Continuous loop recording can record continuousy when used in combination with Charge n' Record 12V Charger http://www.tachyoninc.com/bikercam.php HD - 30 FPS - MPEG 4, H.264. Continuous loop recording can record continuousy when used in combination with Charge n' Record 12V Charger Continuous loop recording & continuous charging; tailor-made for motorcycles. Impressive!!! Think a lot of bikers on TV(including OP)like this I ordered the camera today, so hopefullyl it should reach landfall in a few weeks. It will double duty on my bike & my SUV. As stated previosuly, the continuous loop recording and charging sold it for me. Edited July 15, 2013 by Garry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMKiwi Posted July 15, 2013 Share Posted July 15, 2013 (edited) I saw these small cameras in one of the electronic shops at Airport plaza a while ago, apparently all the downhill mountainbikers use them. Might have to go and have another look to get the specs on them. Im sure they were waterproof as the bikers use them in all weathers. Edited July 15, 2013 by CMKiwi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMKiwi Posted July 15, 2013 Share Posted July 15, 2013 Yes, the have the GoPro cams in Airport Plaza..... sorry I dont have prices. I think they are a little bulky in comparison to what is shown above; pity about that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bealus Posted July 15, 2013 Author Share Posted July 15, 2013 They can be found at Tukcom in Pattaya, and they have a plexi case, but I dont know the price. Will be in Pattaya this week, certainly pay a visit then to TukCom looking for plexi-glass cases Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bealus Posted July 15, 2013 Author Share Posted July 15, 2013 http://www.tachyoninc.com/bikercam.php HD - 30 FPS - MPEG 4, H.264. Continuous loop recording can record continuousy when used in combination with Charge n' Record 12V Charger http://www.tachyoninc.com/bikercam.php HD - 30 FPS - MPEG 4, H.264. Continuous loop recording can record continuousy when used in combination with Charge n' Record 12V Charger Continuous loop recording & continuous charging; tailor-made for motorcycles. Impressive!!! Think a lot of bikers on TV(including OP)like this I ordered the camera today, so hopefullyl it should reach landfall in a few weeks. It will double duty on my bike & my SUV. As stated previosuly, the continuous loop recording and charging sold it for me. Hi Garry, I bet many TV members on this topic would like to know about your first experience with this cam; could you give us your personal test-report once you have received the cam? Thx in advance!!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackArtemis Posted July 15, 2013 Share Posted July 15, 2013 Do NOT get a GoPro for this purpose I had and HD 3 Black and the batteries only last 30-40mins each. Unless you get a 12v socket put in and charge the camera that way, it's a horrible waste of money for what you want. Get a cheap one capable of close to 720p 30fps or so If you want to take awesome movies and pics of your ride, then get the gopro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garry Posted July 16, 2013 Share Posted July 16, 2013 I ordered the camera today, so hopefullyl it should reach landfall in a few weeks. It will double duty on my bike & my SUV. As stated previosuly, the continuous loop recording and charging sold it for me. Hi Garry, I bet many TV members on this topic would like to know about your first experience with this cam; could you give us your personal test-report once you have received the cam? Thx in advance!!!! I definitely will. I either have bought a dud or it turns out to be all that is stated on the webiste. They're prompt in addressing customer orders; the item is already on the way and I received a tracking number within hours or purchase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garry Posted July 16, 2013 Share Posted July 16, 2013 I ordered the camera today, so hopefullyl it should reach landfall in a few weeks. It will double duty on my bike & my SUV. As stated previosuly, the continuous loop recording and charging sold it for me. Hi Garry, I bet many TV members on this topic would like to know about your first experience with this cam; could you give us your personal test-report once you have received the cam? Thx in advance!!!! I definitely will. I either have bought a dud or it turns out to be all that is stated on the webiste. They're prompt in addressing customer orders; the item is already on the way and I received a tracking number within hours or purchase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garry Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 I ordered the camera today, so hopefullyl it should reach landfall in a few weeks. It will double duty on my bike & my SUV. As stated previosuly, the continuous loop recording and charging sold it for me. Hi Garry, I bet many TV members on this topic would like to know about your first experience with this cam; could you give us your personal test-report once you have received the cam? Thx in advance!!!! I definitely will. I either have bought a dud or it turns out to be all that is stated on the webiste. They're prompt in addressing customer orders; the item is already on the way and I received a tracking number within hours or purchase. Just checked the tracker. Already being processed in Thailand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garry Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 I ordered the camera today, so hopefullyl it should reach landfall in a few weeks. It will double duty on my bike & my SUV. As stated previosuly, the continuous loop recording and charging sold it for me. Hi Garry, I bet many TV members on this topic would like to know about your first experience with this cam; could you give us your personal test-report once you have received the cam? Thx in advance!!!! I definitely will. I either have bought a dud or it turns out to be all that is stated on the webiste. They're prompt in addressing customer orders; the item is already on the way and I received a tracking number within hours or purchase. Just checked the tracker. Already being processed in Thailand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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