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11-13-2009, 01:03 PM | #1 |
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Not sure which forum to put this in, but I'm looking for input on a good GPS system to use on my bike. I want to be able to create routes and load on it. Oh yeah, it would be an extra bonus if it didn't cost 5 or 6 hundred dollars. Any suggestions?
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11-13-2009, 03:18 PM | #2 |
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I like my Garmin Zumo 550 but it is $600+.
I don't like the Mapsource program that comes with it to down load trips. It is a pain in the ass to use. So I guess this is of no help to you but at least I upped my post count by 1.
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11-13-2009, 04:00 PM | #3 | |
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Anyway, If you don't want to spend 5 or 6 bills on a GPS, I recommend the Garmin Nuvi series. I have a Nuvi 550, and it is waterproof (that's a +), I know you can use HD's Trip Planner website to download maps to it (another +), and I've heard (but not tried) Google Maps. Mine cost me ~$250 (another +), and the touch screen works just great with gloves. Get a RAM mount to mount it on your handlebars, and you are good to go. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles that the Zumo does, which was okay with me because I wouldn't use most of them anyway. Here's a photo of mine (in my messy garage):
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11-14-2009, 04:42 PM | #4 |
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Check out this thread which started Oct. 27th. Bunch of info about the GPS.
http://www.vulcanbagger.com/phpBB3/v...ic.php?t=13200
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11-15-2009, 07:47 PM | #7 | |
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A couple of things about this unit: You'll have to buy a USB cable to connect to a computer but check the ones you've already got for cell phones, cameras, etc. I found a couple that actually fit and I didn't really need to buy another. You can get optional traffic alerts by buying another power cable It does not have a headphone jack or bluetooth so you won't hear directions on the bike but the screen is easy to read provided the sun is not shining directly on it. Also, it's not a music player. Unless you want to look at pictures, don't bother with the optional SD card. I don't think it can detect maps on the extra SD card. The unit comes with about 2 MB of memory (on an internal SD card, I think). The programs take about 1.3 MB which leaves plenty of space for maps. You can delete all the unnecessary language/voice files and icon files, creating even more space. You're limited to about 200 way points on a map despite what the specs say (500) but that's plenty for a day's route. If you create a map with too many, go back and delete some intermediate way points as long as you still keep the same route. Overall, it's a great unit and does what I want without frills. Just my 2 cents. Pete |
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11-19-2009, 06:59 AM | #8 |
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Sorry for the repeat post! I tried to do a search, but couldn't search for 3 letter topics.
I appreciate the input. I have been looking at the Garmin nuvi 550 and it sounds like for the price, that is the way I will probably go. Thanks again. As usual lots of great information on these forums!
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11-19-2009, 03:55 PM | #9 |
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No problem fireman. To put it in a polite way, the search function leaves much to be desired.
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11-25-2009, 03:58 PM | #10 |
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Your such a polite gentelman Jellow Jacket.
I would just say as I have many times before, The search feature SUCKS! :)
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11-26-2009, 11:53 AM | #12 | |
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[quote=Cajunrider ] Quote:
That was in a post about dialup Cajun I'm cheap when it comes to some things. I will put up with a slow computer but when it comes to motorcycling I believe in getting the best you can afford. That's why I ride a Nomad ;)
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[quote=Top Cat (TC) ] Quote:
I'm cheap when it comes to some things. I will put up with a slow computer but when it comes to motorcycling I believe in getting the best you can afford. That's why I ride a Nomad ;)[/quote:7q1mnsbm] Me too TC, that's why I ride on a CT. ;)
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11-26-2009, 04:28 PM | #15 |
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I'm still waiting for the long term evaluation on that Cajun.
It does make sense as far as mileage goes, I'm still going to harass you darksiders though. I figure if I can afford a $600+ GPS I can afford a MC tire every 12,000 miles.
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