GPS OPTIONS FOR Vaquero

justmike911 · 05-25-2015, 08:18 PM

I was thinking about getting the garmin gps with the integrated GPS and XM. Then using the nav adapter cable I think it would work. I'm open to suggestions for gps and XM on the bike.
Thanks Mike
2015 vaquero

**HwyRider** · 05-25-2015, 08:43 PM

The TomTom Rider has no audio out jack so cross that off your list.

landman · 05-25-2015, 09:24 PM

the garmin zumo models are expensive but worth it for motorcycle applications.

Mav1 · 05-26-2015, 01:16 PM

Well, I spent a small fortune up here in Canada and have the Garmin 590 (with tire pressure monitors) and the Kaw OEM mount and adapter. (The Zumo 600 series adapter works with the 590). The good news is that everything looks and performs great. I connect my iPhone and Uclear HBC200 to the Garmin. This way, I can stream music, talk to my riding buddy, and hear the voice directions from the Garmin. Especially like the "what's ahead" feature on the Garmin to identify locations for chow and gas when I'm traveling in new territory.
Note: Garmin has increased their pricing twice in Canada since I bought my unit at the beginning of the year.

justmike911 · 05-26-2015, 01:21 PM

But I'm curious. if I get the garmin with the xm radio Or just the garmin and use the xm box that works with vaquero and add the gps separate. Will the gps override the xm radio when driving? I'm trying to figure out the best way to do it.

Mav1 · 05-26-2015, 01:55 PM

The xm radio is only an option on certain Zumo's. My Zumo550 had it, but you have to purchase an antennae that is quite expensive. If you want to hear the XM thru your speakers you would want the Kaw unit for your bike. It is bloody expensive too! Not sure what you are looking for from the XM. I can stream music all day long from my phone thru the Zumo to my Uclear. Otherwise I have an iPod and radio with speakers on the bike. The funny thing is that 80% of the time I just turn everything off and enjoy the ride!

cactusjack · 05-26-2015, 02:18 PM

You have the same GPS options for the vaquero as you would for any other bike that doesn't have a factory installed GPS.

I'd recommend a Garmin Zumo, I believe they have one that has an integrated
XM radio tuner.

**Jofourn** · 04-24-2017, 09:03 AM

Mav 1. Where did you mount the antennae? Inside or outside of the fairing? I understand there's a bit of a Bluetooth issue if you mount the antennae too close to the display unit. I put my antennae inside the fairing and I don"t get a strong enough signal to hear any tunes. Not sure if it's the fairing or the Bluetooth issue. Any thoughts would be appreciated!

05-25-2015, 08:18 PM	#1
justmike911 Jr. Member Join Date: May 2015 Posts: 41	GPS OPTIONS FOR Vaquero I was thinking about getting the garmin gps with the integrated GPS and XM. Then using the nav adapter cable I think it would work. I'm open to suggestions for gps and XM on the bike. Thanks Mike 2015 vaquero Login or Register to Remove Ads
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05-25-2015, 08:43 PM	#2
HwyRider Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: South Shore, MA Posts: 4,629	The TomTom Rider has no audio out jack so cross that off your list. __________________ VBA # 02424 VROC # 35971 2010 Nomad 1700 Metallic Diablo Black/Metallic Titanium
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05-25-2015, 09:24 PM	#3
landman Sr. Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: wheatland,wy. Posts: 3,642	the garmin zumo models are expensive but worth it for motorcycle applications. __________________ bob wittman VBA # 745 COG #11621 wheatland,wy. rallies-custer 09,kalispell 10,crescent city 11,kanab 12,estes park 13,orifino 14.,red lodge 16 2015 ninja 1000 abs 2014 concourse 14 2012 concourse 14-sold 2011 vaquero-sold 2008 nomad-sold 2005 classic-sold
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05-26-2015, 01:16 PM	#4
Mav1 Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Canada Posts: 138	Well, I spent a small fortune up here in Canada and have the Garmin 590 (with tire pressure monitors) and the Kaw OEM mount and adapter. (The Zumo 600 series adapter works with the 590). The good news is that everything looks and performs great. I connect my iPhone and Uclear HBC200 to the Garmin. This way, I can stream music, talk to my riding buddy, and hear the voice directions from the Garmin. Especially like the "what's ahead" feature on the Garmin to identify locations for chow and gas when I'm traveling in new territory. Note: Garmin has increased their pricing twice in Canada since I bought my unit at the beginning of the year. __________________ Brian P. 2013 Vaquero SE Candy Burnt Orange/Ebony VBA#02576
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05-26-2015, 01:21 PM	#5
justmike911 Jr. Member Join Date: May 2015 Posts: 41	But I'm curious. if I get the garmin with the xm radio Or just the garmin and use the xm box that works with vaquero and add the gps separate. Will the gps override the xm radio when driving? I'm trying to figure out the best way to do it. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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05-26-2015, 01:55 PM	#6
Mav1 Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Canada Posts: 138	The xm radio is only an option on certain Zumo's. My Zumo550 had it, but you have to purchase an antennae that is quite expensive. If you want to hear the XM thru your speakers you would want the Kaw unit for your bike. It is bloody expensive too! Not sure what you are looking for from the XM. I can stream music all day long from my phone thru the Zumo to my Uclear. Otherwise I have an iPod and radio with speakers on the bike. The funny thing is that 80% of the time I just turn everything off and enjoy the ride! __________________ Brian P. 2013 Vaquero SE Candy Burnt Orange/Ebony VBA#02576
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05-26-2015, 02:18 PM	#7
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	You have the same GPS options for the vaquero as you would for any other bike that doesn't have a factory installed GPS. I'd recommend a Garmin Zumo, I believe they have one that has an integrated XM radio tuner. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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04-24-2017, 09:03 AM	#8
Jofourn Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Carleton Place, Ontario Posts: 14	Mav 1. Where did you mount the antennae? Inside or outside of the fairing? I understand there's a bit of a Bluetooth issue if you mount the antennae too close to the display unit. I put my antennae inside the fairing and I don"t get a strong enough signal to hear any tunes. Not sure if it's the fairing or the Bluetooth issue. Any thoughts would be appreciated!
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