How to Choose an AIM Solo2 Case and Mount for Your Race Bike
How to Choose an AIM Solo2 Case and Mount for Your Race Bike
The safest way to mount an AIM Solo2 is to bolt a protective case directly to a solid, existing mounting point on your top triple clamp, using a mount made for your specific motorcycle. Using zip ties, double sided tape, velcro or generic bar clamps can work for a while, but they tend to shift, vibrate, and fail at the moment you least want them to. Start by working out which mounting points your bike's top clamp offers. Then choose a case that protects the unit itself.
This guide covers how to match a mount to your bike, where to place the Solo2, and what to check during installation.
Why the Case Matters as Much as the Mount
An AIM Solo2 or Solo2 DL sits in one of the most exposed places on a race bike. In a crash, the top clamp area often hits the ground or gets hit by the rider, the bodywork, or another bike. On a lap with no crash, the unit still takes constant high-frequency vibration from the engine and chassis.
A good AIM Solo2 case deals with three separate problems:
Impact: The case should take the force of a hit so less of it reaches the lap timer.
Screen damage: The display needs protection from scratches, debris, and direct impact.
Vibration: Electronics last longer when they're isolated from the hard mount rather than bolted rigidly to it.
The JMR Moto AIM Solo2 Case is built around those three problems:
Durable 3D-printed PA12 nylon construction that surrounds the unit and is designed to take impact instead of passing it straight to the lap timer
Scratch-resistant screen protector, included with every kit, to guard the display from scratches and impact damage
Rubber-lined interior, with cushioning underneath and around the unit, for shock absorption and vibration isolation
Clear satellite reception: the case surrounds the Solo2 without blocking the GPS signal
Fits both the Solo2 and Solo2 DL
No case can guarantee protection in every crash. Impact angle, speed, and what the bike hits all matter. A purpose-built case does improve the odds a lot compared with a bare unit on a generic bracket.
Step 1: Identify Your Bike's Mounting Point
The best AIM Solo2 mount uses hardware locations your motorcycle already has. On most race sportbikes, that means one of three options.
Ignition Hole Mounts
Once a race bike's ignition switch is removed or relocated, the empty ignition hole in the stock top clamp makes a strong, centered mounting point. JMR Moto's Kawasaki ZX-6R and Suzuki GSX-R mounts use a keyed plug that fits into this hole and locks the mount in place. The lower plate sits in the center of the top clamp, which keeps the unit in a good viewing position and leaves room for other accessories.
Clip-On Alignment Hole Mounts
Yamaha's stock R1, R6, and R7 top clamps have clip-on alignment holes that JMR Moto's Yamaha mount bolts through. The R1 uses the set of holes closest to the front. The R6 and R7 use the rear set. The base plate fits over the top crown nut, so the unit sits as low as possible.
Aftermarket Triple Clamp Mounts
If your bike runs aftermarket clamps, the mount has to match the clamp, not the motorcycle. JMR Moto makes mounts for:
Aprilia RS660 with Woodcraft or Robem crown: bolts to the mounting holes on the front of the crown. It does not fit the stock RS660 crown.
Attack Performance race triple clamps: bolts to the threaded holes on the front of Attack clamps and works with any Attack upper clamp.
Adaptable to other aftermarket triple clamps: If you using a different brand of triple clamps, either of these two versions can be adapted buy drilling and tapping the front surface of the clamp, without compromising strength or safety.
Universal Base Plate
If your bike isn't listed, the Base Plate and Cover bolts down from inside the case for the smallest footprint. It uses the same bolt pattern as the standard AIM Solo plate and has zip-tie slots for mounting almost anywhere. It's a practical choice for custom builds, but a model-specific mount is usually the more secure option when one exists.
Step 2: Choose Placement
Mounting point and placement are related, but they aren't the same decision. Before you commit, check these four things:
Readability: You should be able to see the screen in your tuck without moving your head much. Lap times and predictive data are only useful if you can read them at a glance.
Clearance at full lock: Turn the bars fully left and right. The case shouldn't touch the windscreen, the fairing stay, the tank, the clip-ons, or any cables.
Room for other components: Steering damper, data wiring, and tether or safety hardware all compete for space on the top clamp. A centered, low-profile mount leaves room for them.
Sky view: The Solo2 depends on GPS. Keep it clear of anything that blocks a view of the sky.
Step 3: Check Installation Requirements
Before buying, confirm:
Your exact model and year. Fitment varies by generation. For example, JMR Moto's ZX-6R mount comes in separate 2009–2012 and 2013–2025 versions.
Whether your top clamp is stock or aftermarket. This one detail decides which mount you need.
Whether the mounting point is available. Ignition hole mounts need the ignition switch removed from the clamp.
Hardware. Model-specific JMR Moto mounts include all mounting hardware for the case.
After installation, check that the case doesn't move under hand pressure, recheck full-lock clearance, and inspect the fasteners as part of your normal pre-session routine.
AIM Solo2 Mount Fitment Overview
Mount | Fits | Mounting Point | Notes |
Kawasaki ZX-6R | 2009–2012 or 2013–2025, stock crown | Ignition hole | Keyed plug locks the mount in place |
Yamaha R1/R6/R7 | Stock top clamp | Clip-on alignment holes | R1 uses the front holes; R6/R7 use the rear holes |
Suzuki GSX-R | GSX-R600/750 2011–2024; GSX-R1000 2007–2024 | Ignition hole | Does not fit the GSX-R1000R |
Aprilia RS660 | Woodcraft or Robem crown only | Front crown holes | Does not fit the stock crown |
Attack Performance | Attack race triple clamps | Front threaded holes | Works with any Attack upper clamp |
Base Plate and Cover | Universal | Bolt-down or zip-tie | Standard AIM Solo bolt pattern |
If your setup isn't listed, contact JMR Moto. More mounting options are in development.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Buying by motorcycle model alone when the bike has aftermarket clamps.
Skipping the full-lock check, which can lead to bodywork contact or limited steering.
Running the unit bare to save a little weight, which leaves the screen and housing exposed in a crash.
Relying on zip ties as a permanent solution on a bike with a model-specific mount available.
Built to Be Replaced If It Breaks
JMR Moto parts are designed and made in the USA, and all motorcycle parts carry a replacement guarantee: if you break one in normal use, it will be replaced. See the product page for details.
Choose your bike's mount and see the full kit details on the AIM Solo2 Case and Mounts page.
11. FAQ Section
Does the JMR Moto case fit the AIM Solo2 DL?Yes. The case fits both the AIM Solo2 and the Solo2 DL.
Will the case block GPS reception?No. The case surrounds the unit without blocking the satellite connection.
Is the screen protector included?Yes. A scratch-resistant screen protector comes with every kit.
Does the GSX-R mount fit the GSX-R1000R?No. It fits the GSX-R600/750 from 2011–2024 and the GSX-R1000 from 2007–2024, but not the GSX-R1000R.
Will the RS660 mount fit the stock top clamp?No. It's designed for Woodcraft and Robem crowns only.
What if my bike isn't listed?Use the universal Base Plate and Cover, or contact JMR Moto about the mount you need. More options are in development.
Will the case protect my Solo2 in every crash?No case can promise that. The PA12 nylon shell, rubber lining, and screen protector are designed to reduce impact and vibration damage, but the result depends on how the crash happens.
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