My Moto Vlogging Setup: What I Use to Record from the Road

🚦Why I Started Recording My Rides

I wanted to document my commutes, day trips, and longer rides—not only for fun, but to capture the spirit of the road from a unique perspective. That kicked off a process of trial and error as I figured out the best way to mount, power, and record my rides.

🎥 My Core Recording Setup (Used Daily)

These are the items I use for nearly every ride:

• 📷 FitSpark Action Cam
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  Surprisingly capable for the price. Records in 1080p/30 (or 4K/30) and supports external mic input, but the internal mic with wind reduction has become my go-to.

• 🪖 Chin Mount for My Helmet
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  I tested handlebar and chest mounts, but the chin mount delivers the most immersive, natural view.

• 💾 512GB MicroSD Card
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  High capacity, fast write speeds. Lets me record long stretches of video before needing to offload.

🧪 Gear I Tested but Use Occasionally

These are still useful, just not part of my core setup:

• 🫀 Chest Harness
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  Works well when I want a stable torso view. Good for gear demonstrations off the bike, but I found the chin mount more dynamic for rides.

• 🪛 Handlebar Mount
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  Offers a cool low angle, but too much vibration depending on the terrain. Best for scenic stretches on smooth pavement.

• 🔌 SAE to USB Adapter (for power)
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  Lets me power the camera directly from the bike if needed. Useful for all-day trips or if I want to skip charging between rides.

🔊 Internal vs External Mic: Final Verdict

I tested both and even ran audio through Audacity to enhance the external mic recordings—but the internal mic with wind noise reduction turned on via the app still came out ahead for motion. Surprisingly clean voice capture and much less wind interference.

The external mic (with deadcat) might still come in handy for off-bike vlogs or bike walkarounds, but for on-the-move recordings, internal wins.

✅ Final Thoughts

This journey wasn’t about spending the most—it was about finding what works. With a sub-$100 action cam and a little DIY spirit, I built a moto vlogging setup that works for me. And just like with anything MotoLinux… if it works, it ain’t stupid.