RAM X-Grip Phone Mount with ATV/Side By Side Rail Base

A complete kit for mounting a phone -- or any small electronic device -- to a roll bar or handlebar on an ATV or side-by-side, built around RAM's universal, spring-loaded X-Grip cradle.

Why this matters for your operation

Not every job in a cab needs a full tablet: sometimes a phone running a mapping or field-notes app, or a small handheld device, is all that is needed within easy view of the operator. The X-Grip cradle's four spring-loaded arms expand and contract to grip devices between 1.87" and 3.25" wide, so it works across phone models and small electronics without needing a device-specific holder -- useful when different operators bring different phones to the same vehicle.

Features

• Phone mount for ATV/side-by-sides includes standard-size phone holder, rail and bar base with strap clamp and U-bolt components
• Strap mount accommodates most common roll bar sizes on side-by-sides and handlebar sizes on ATVs
• Spring-loaded X-Grip holder grips devices 1.87"-3.25" wide via four grip knobs, with a rubber tether recommended for outdoor and high-vibration use
• Made of powder-coated, marine-grade aluminum for durability and reliability in the most demanding environments
• Backed by a lifetime warranty

How RAM's modular system works

Every RAM mount is built from up to three parts that click together. A base clamps, bolts, or straps onto the vehicle -- a rail, a roll bar, a dash, or a device's own housing. An arm connects two RAM balls together and can be locked at any angle, so once mounted you can tilt, rotate, and reposition the device freely, then lock it firmly in place by hand. A cradle or holder grips the specific device -- tablet, phone, or GPS unit.

Not every product includes all three parts -- some are just the base, some bundle a cradle, some are a complete kit. Where that is the case, this page says so plainly, so you know exactly what you are getting and what, if anything, you would need to add.

The ball size determines what it can carry

RAM uses five ball sizes, each rated for a different weight and duty class. B Size (part numbers starting RAM-B-...) is RAM's most common size, standard duty -- what RAM recommends for phones, GPS units, and light tablets in normal use. C Size (plain RAM-... part numbers, no letter prefix) is heavy duty -- used for larger tablets, handheld computers, and anything mounted somewhere that gets a lot of vibration or shock, exactly the case in a tractor, ATV, or UTV cab. D and E Size are reserved for large monitors and specialist equipment, rarely needed outside those cases.

Rule of thumb: if the mount will live somewhere that is frequently jostled, vibrated, or under constant load -- an off-road vehicle in a field -- RAM recommends stepping up to the larger ball size (C or D) for extra stability, even if a lighter B-Size mount would technically hold the device's weight.

No tools required, on purpose

RAM arms are designed to be tightened by hand only -- there is no official torque spec, because the ball-and-socket joint is meant to be adjustable in the field without a wrench. If hand-tightening does not hold your device firmly, that is usually a sign the ball size is undersized for the device -- sizing up solves it, rather than over-tightening.

Aluminum or composite -- both built for the outdoors

RAM mounts are made from marine-grade aluminum or high-strength composite, depending on the product; both carry a lifetime warranty and similar weight ratings. Aluminum's powder-coat finish handles rough vibration and shock slightly better; composite has no paint to chip and is often preferred in high-corrosion or salt-air environments. Neither choice is worse -- it is a trade-off between finish and environment.

What's in the box: a genuinely complete kit

This kit ships ready to mount, with nothing else to add: a strap clamp adapter, 2x 1/4"-20 x 1" machine screws, 2x 1/4"-20 nyloc nuts, a zinc worm-drive strap clamp with a 6" rubber strip, a U-bolt sized for 0.5"-1" rails, rubber caps, a U-bolt spacer, an optional safety tether with a glue tube for its rubber caps, the B-size double socket arm, and the spring-loaded X-Grip cradle.

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What phones and devices does the X-Grip fit?
Any phone or small electronic device -- with its case, if used -- between 1.87" and 3.25" wide and up to 0.875" deep. Always check your device's dimensions in its case/sleeve before ordering, since the spring-loaded arms need the width to be within that range to hold securely.

Does this include everything I need for a complete mount?
Yes. This is a full kit: rail/bar base, B-size arm, and X-Grip cradle all included, with the mounting hardware for the vehicle side.

How is it mounted -- do I need to drill into my roll bar?
No drilling required. The base uses a hose-clamp/strap system plus an included U-bolt, both designed to fit around common roll bar and handlebar diameters (0.5"-3.15" depending on which clamp method you use) without modifying the vehicle.

Why B-size rather than the larger C-size ball used on RAM's tablet kits?
B-size is RAM's standard-duty rating -- what RAM recommends for phones and small electronics in normal use. A phone is much lighter than a tablet, so the smaller, more compact B-size arm and ball are appropriately matched, though the mount still benefits from being on rugged ATV/UTV hardware given the vibration involved.

Is there anything to help keep the phone from falling out on rough terrain?
Yes. The kit includes an optional rubber tether that RAM specifically recommends for outdoor and high-vibration applications, as extra insurance beyond the spring-loaded grip alone.

Do I need tools to adjust the angle once it's mounted?
No. The double socket arm is designed to be loosened and re-tightened by hand, so the operator can reposition the phone without a wrench.

Is there a warranty?
Yes, RAM backs this kit with a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.