1. This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Learn More.

Gopro Hero 9 Problems

Discussion in 'Clothing, Gadgets & Equipment' started by Expat Jack, Sep 4, 2021.

  1. Hi all,

    I was given a GoPro Hero 9 camera for my birthday. First trackday, camera freezes picture whilst continuing to record sound. On all 7 sessions. Must be me. Researched, it might actually be the camera it turns out.

    To cut a long story short GoPro sent me a replacement but I am having similar issues with this over my last 4 track days. It works in the pits and for a few minutes of track action then simply stops recording.

    Is anybody else experiencing issues with this camera? My first discussions with GoPro were so poor from a customer service perspective I am loath to try them again if there is a simple fix. I honestly wish I never had the bloody thing but its so expensive I feel I have to persevere (and also as it was a present - I keep getting asked how is it and I just have to smile and make the right noises - if only they knew!).
     
    • Thanks Thanks x 1
  2. Read the comments in this YouTube post
     
    • Thanks Thanks x 1
  3. Thanks Chris. I guess the answer is don’t get a Hero 9. :(:poop:
     
  4. I've got a Hero Black. My favourite is to get a whole session of stills!
     
    • Funny Funny x 1
  5. Had the same with mine(refurbishment) Tryed different cards, contacted the seller, said to send it back for an exchange due to bad software. Saw on a video that GoPro recommend updating firmware periodically even if it’s on the latest(reflash). Mine is a hero 7 silver.
     
  6. Same problems with my 8. Had a replacement camera from GoPro and it’s been fine for a few months but wouldn’t record and keeps freezing again. I’ve bought a new card to try but I’ll be sending it back after my last 2 trackdays this year as it’s shite.
     
  7. I've got two Hero 9's and have no issues at all :thinkingface:

    Am I just lucky or is it inevitable that mine will go the same way?
     
  8. I’ve got the Hero Black 8. Never had one issue but good to know of any potentials. Quality is so good.

     
  9. You got the STM dry clutch on that??
     
  10. Nah man, just falling apart....
     
    • Funny Funny x 1
  11. Good to hear this. Any chance you could post up the settings you are using so I can cross reference against mine?
     
  12. I would gladly do that if i knew how?
     
  13. Ah. Probably best just to leave well alone then given yours works ;)
     
  14. I have done Garmin, Sena, Ghost and now on GP Hero 9.

    All was going well with the Hero 9 until it started recording in fast forward. I knew my riding had improved, but wow, a ten second lap of Doni would really put me in contention for a MotoGP seat.

    Annoyingly with these things I get a lot of information from my videos and learn how to correct my mistakes.

    In general they all promise a lot and luck seems to determine whether you get a good one or some weird shit.
     
    • Agree Agree x 1
  15. An update. Still not working but, I may be on to something?
    Donington last Wednesday. First session was damp so considerably slower than normal and not getting anywhere near the red line. Therefore I assume less vibes. Camera caught all this session.
    Thereafter, dry track and full in bouncing off the limiter fun. Camera captures a few minutes then stops.
    My conclusion is that vibration is knocking it out. My mount is an Ultimate Addons ball mount affair with a GoPro attachment. I wonder if a genuine GoPro mount stuck directly to the bike would improve things? Anyone had similar before I throw the bloody thing away?
     
  16. A mate of mine stopped mounting his camera on the top yoke because he kept losing all his data.
     
    • Useful Useful x 1
  17. Have you tried it anywhere else other than on track, i.e. on the road?

    I've heard on some GoPro's (not sure on model) that people have used a piece of thick card to wedge behind the door and battery/SD card to keep everything tight, could it be something as simple as that to eradicate the issues?
     
    • Thanks Thanks x 1
  18. I have. Same mount on the road it’s brilliant. Just not on track when you are ‘on it’.
    No more track days until next year now but I’m going to try a different mount, on the fairing. The door is bloody tight already tbh.
     
Do Not Sell My Personal Information