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hayes · 07-15-2015, 03:08 PM

My only problem with using my phone is that the phone gps is only as good as your cell coverage. Mine works great in town but I just got back from a 4300 mile trip across 12 states and there's a lot of area without service. Those are the places I needed the gps for assistance and I was sol. My dedicated gps will be back on the bike asap.

MET-RICK · 07-15-2015, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by hayes

My only problem with using my phone is that the phone gps is only as good as your cell coverage. Mine works great in town but I just got back from a 4300 mile trip across 12 states and there's a lot of area without service. Those are the places I needed the gps for assistance and I was sol. My dedicated gps will be back on the bike asap.

Seems to be the best option if possible, going through the mountains and lots of other places I found the same to be true. Not to mention the roaming charges for the phone when I'm riding state side. I've got a Garmin Zumo 390 and when I leave the Vaq. it gets locked away, I'd hate to have to shell out more cash to buy another one

... since I couldn't even afford the first one

. Cheers. ( life is good! )

**nomadtom69** · 07-15-2015, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Top Cat

Until someone punches in home on your GPS while your in a restaurant having lunch.
They now know where you live and where they can get their hands on your bike

I just program mine to a intersection about 3 miles from the house good luck them finding it that way

OldSchool · 07-15-2015, 10:20 PM

You guys seriously need a program to lead you back to your front door ?????

**nomadtom69** · 07-16-2015, 12:01 AM

I think if I can get to within 3 miles of front door a can find it lol once you get on familiar roads that's all you need

**glwilson** · 07-16-2015, 05:59 AM

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Originally Posted by jlreeves

A lot of times I write rough directions on mirror with grease pencil and look for interesting side roads on GPS. If I like the looks, I take them. Best feature on a GPS is take me home.

I like that idea...

**glwilson** · 07-16-2015, 06:01 AM

I used to use a Garmin Zumo 600 on my bike. It worked real well and is the model used for motorcycles. Water resistant; although it will not take a total downpour.

I believe the new number is 665 now. Not certain.

Dave · 07-16-2015, 12:35 PM

I like this new model. I wonder if the motorcycle mount and pin-out is the same as the 660's

https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/on-t...rod145273.html

skullbagger · 07-16-2015, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by dave

i like this new model. I wonder if the motorcycle mount and pin-out is the same as the 660's

https://buy.garmin.com/en-us/us/on-t...rod145273.html

whooooooo at 899.00 no tanks

mattman · 07-16-2015, 07:41 PM

I have Garmin 660 that I use on both my HD's and now my Kawi. I ordered a bunch of Ram Mount stuff to mount it to the handle bars and it works great.

I would never use my phone GPS on a motorcycle as it doesn't have the functions my 660 has.

glwilson said "Water resistant; although it will not take a total downpour."
Yes an no. I have ridden in some major downpours and did have some issues with connection to the cradle. I have never put a plastic bag over mine.

The home button - never put your home address in. Either put your neighbors addy or a place a mile way!

**smokier** · 07-17-2015, 06:53 AM

Greetings Skullbagger,
Like many others, Garmin Nuvi (65LM and 2557LM) on the bikes. These are "car" GPS', so carry a zip lock baggie if weather turns bad. Sun can wash them a little when it is at the right angle behind you...
Mapping, planning, storing and calling up routes with BaseCamp then transferring to the units makes life easy.
Hope that helps.

Ride safe,
Smokier

Dave · 07-17-2015, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by skullbagger

whooooooo at 899.00 no tanks

It is steep but I'm 60 years old and if I want something, I'll buy it.

**Top Cat** · 07-17-2015, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave

It is steep but I'm 60 years old and if I want something, I'll buy it.

I'm 70 and feel the same way.

**cnc** · 07-17-2015, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave

It is steep but I'm 60 years old and if I want something, I'll buy it.

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Originally Posted by Top Cat

I'm 70 and feel the same way.

As I like to say, I 'm spending my kids inheritance.

skullbagger · 07-17-2015, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by cnc

As I like to say, I 'm spending my kids inheritance.

that's what my dad always tells me---Ha Ha Ha

07-15-2015, 03:08 PM	#31
hayes Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Aurora CO Posts: 302	My only problem with using my phone is that the phone gps is only as good as your cell coverage. Mine works great in town but I just got back from a 4300 mile trip across 12 states and there's a lot of area without service. Those are the places I needed the gps for assistance and I was sol. My dedicated gps will be back on the bike asap. __________________ \|\| Former President \| Denver Vulcan Riders Association \| Chapter 1-30 \|\| \|\|2012 Kawasaki Nomad\|\| \|\|VBA #03091\|\| Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-16-2015, 06:01 AM	#37
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	I used to use a Garmin Zumo 600 on my bike. It worked real well and is the model used for motorcycles. Water resistant; although it will not take a total downpour. I believe the new number is 665 now. Not certain. __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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mattman Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Posts: 73	I have Garmin 660 that I use on both my HD's and now my Kawi. I ordered a bunch of Ram Mount stuff to mount it to the handle bars and it works great. I would never use my phone GPS on a motorcycle as it doesn't have the functions my 660 has. glwilson said "Water resistant; although it will not take a total downpour." Yes an no. I have ridden in some major downpours and did have some issues with connection to the cradle. I have never put a plastic bag over mine. The home button - never put your home address in. Either put your neighbors addy or a place a mile way! __________________ 2012 Voyager ABS
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Dave Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Itchycoo Park Posts: 3,422	I like this new model. I wonder if the motorcycle mount and pin-out is the same as the 660's https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/on-t...rod145273.html
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07-17-2015, 06:53 AM	#41
smokier Join Date: May 2015 Location: DBQ Iowa Posts: 1,807	Greetings Skullbagger, Like many others, Garmin Nuvi (65LM and 2557LM) on the bikes. These are "car" GPS', so carry a zip lock baggie if weather turns bad. Sun can wash them a little when it is at the right angle behind you... Mapping, planning, storing and calling up routes with BaseCamp then transferring to the units makes life easy. Hope that helps. Ride safe, Smokier __________________ You only get one, so "Make it the best day ever!" 2014 Victory Cross County Tour Blue Fire Gloss (BFG) "Cruella" Brides Ride: 2012 Victory Crossroads in Sunset Red "Ruby" Previous Vulcans: '15 Vaquero, '12 Vaquero, '10 1700 Nomad, '04 1500 Classic, '01 1500 Classic, '88 Vulcan 750 VROC # 10967 \| VBA # 3115
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