Overview

The Garmin 010-11654-07 is a handlebar mount that secures a compatible Garmin handheld GPS in a snap-in cradle on a round bar or rail with a 22 to 32 mm diameter. It supports portrait or landscape viewing, so you can set the screen angle that’s easiest to read from the helm or cockpit.

On a boat, this style of mount is useful when you want your handheld up and visible without committing to a permanent cutout or flat-surface bracket. It can clamp to many grab rails and tubular mounts found on center consoles, sailboat cockpits, dinghies, and small craft where vibration and quick access matter.

Key features

• Fits round handlebars, rails, and tubing from 22 to 32 mm in diameter.
• Snap-in cradle supports both portrait and landscape orientation.
• Molded rubber cushion increases grip on the bar and helps reduce rotation from vibration.
• Mounting kit includes hardware and instructions for installation.
• Made to match the physical fit of compatible Garmin handheld models listed below.

Compatibility and fit

This mount is compatible with Garmin Montana 600, 600t, 610, 610t, 650, 650t, 680, 680t, Monterra, and GPSMAP 276Cx handheld units.

It is not compatible with Montana 700 and 750 series devices, including 700i and 750i, which use a different mounting format.

Installation and setup

Place the rubber cushion between the mount and the bar, position the mount where the screen will be easy to see and reach, then tighten the supplied hardware. On boats, leave enough clearance so the GPS can be snapped in and out without hitting a windshield frame, throttle, grab handle, or companionway slide.

After the first run underway, re-check fastener tightness. Vibration from outboards and pounding in chop can settle hardware, especially on rails that see frequent hand contact.

Use cases on board

This mount works well for skippers who rely on a handheld GPS as a backup navigator, a tender GPS, or a quick reference at the helm when moving between the cockpit and foredeck. It also suits small craft where a tubular rail is the most practical mounting point and you want the unit removable for security.

Maintenance and care

If the mount is installed in a spot that sees spray, rinse it with fresh water after saltwater use and let it dry before stowing the GPS. Periodically inspect the clamp area and hardware for looseness so the mount stays steady when the boat is running.

What’s included

• Handlebar mount with snap-in cradle
• Molded rubber cushion
• Mounting hardware
• Instructions