Garmin VHF Bail Mount, For VHF 210/215, Knobs Sold Separately

Overview

The Garmin 010-12505-01 is a bail-mount bracket for Garmin VHF 210 and VHF 215 fixed-mount marine radios, including AIS versions of those models. It gives you a straightforward way to mount the radio on a flat surface when you do not want a flush cutout or when you need the set to stay easy to reach at the helm.

The radio sits in the cradle and is held in place with side knobs (sold separately), so you can set the viewing angle and keep it from shifting when the boat is moving. If you are using the standard Garmin bail-mount screws, pilot holes are drilled with a 3.5 mm (9/64 in.) bit before fastening the bracket down.

Key features

• Compatible with Garmin VHF 210 and VHF 215 fixed-mount VHF radios, including AIS variants
• Bail-mount bracket for surface mounting on a flat, solid panel at the helm, nav station, or electronics box
• Uses side knobs to clamp the radio in place and allow angle adjustment (knobs sold separately)
• Helps keep the radio accessible for DSC use, channel changes, and routine checks while underway
• Practical for refits where you want secure mounting without cutting a flush-mount opening

Installation and setup

Pick a spot where the display and controls are easy to see and reach, and where the microphone cord will not snag on wheel, throttles, or companionway traffic. Use the bracket as a template to mark the mounting holes, drill pilot holes appropriate to your fasteners, then secure the bracket with marine-suitable hardware for your surface and thickness.

On fiberglass, a light countersink through the gelcoat helps reduce the chance of cracking when the screws are tightened. After the bracket is secured, install the side knobs on the radio, set the radio into the bracket, and tighten the knobs so the unit stays put but can still be adjusted when needed. Leave enough slack in the power and antenna leads so the radio can tilt without pulling on the connectors.

Compatibility and fit

This bracket is matched to the Garmin VHF 210 and VHF 215 radio chassis, including VHF 210 AIS and VHF 215 AIS versions. It is not a universal mount, so it is a good fit when you want the factory bail-mount footprint and side support that matches these models.

Use cases on board

This style of mount works well when the radio needs to sit above the dash, on a console face, or under a hardtop where a flush mount would be awkward. It is also a sensible choice for boats that get covered or stored often, since the radio can be loosened and repositioned without disturbing the mounting surface.

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