I'm looking for a GPS system to be used on a motorcycle (waterproof???) and that can also be used in a car. I'd like to have a touch screen with voice response and an ear phone for using on the motorcycle. After doing some research I am still confused about all of the options and would like some recommendations. Anyone out there have experience with this?
Thanks.
2007-08-10 10:20:43 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
The two best systems for motorcycles, that can also be used in cars, are Tom Tom Rider, and Garmin Zumo
Enjoy!
2007-08-10 11:13:31 · answer #1 · answered by CafeTBird 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've got a Tom Tom One for the car.
Something I would recommend looking for is a GPS that you can configure a route on using the computer - then load into the GPS.
The GPS tends to stick to main roads and Interstates, which isn't necessarily what you want for a MC ride. When I ride I like the scenic/curvy route. Configuring that non-direct route on a 3" touch screen is a pain.
I don't know if there is a GPS that integrates nicely with a computer for trip planning I don't know about it. With the Tom Tom One, there is little computer<>device interaction other than uploading software, map and poi updates.
I'd suggest looking at many different models, then try and configure it for a route that you know before you buy it and see how like the ease of use.
2007-08-10 10:47:33 · answer #2 · answered by Fester Frump 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Better yet, ride around and LEARN the streets in your town. Look up your town on google maps. Find different and interesting routes to everywhere you go. If you ride around for the fun of it then you will not be rushed and can explore. It is really so much more fun to do when you are on your bike. I have a Garmin Oregon handheld hiking style GPS with a quick on and off mount on my handle bars. I don't use it for directions but to play a game called Geocaching. You might want to look into that game, it will teach you a lot about directions and maps so you won't ever have to rely on a machine to get you to the Walmart.
2016-05-19 01:42:19 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've had good experience with the Garmin line. They make a line of products (Zumo) specifically for motorcycles. The main difference between m/c specific GPS units and car units is going to be waterproofness, protection against vibration, and design such that they can be operated with gloves on.
They can be spendy, but I've heard good things about their support and customer service.
2007-08-10 10:28:36 · answer #4 · answered by Thumprr 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What fun is that? How are you ever going to notice the oddments of America if you don't go off the beaten path and get lost. Like I did. ALOT. Everyone has to know exactly, down to 2 feet, exactly where they are. Ever hear of just "winging it"? Just this week I had to go to a town, from another town, and I don't think I'd ever driven between these 2 towns. It was fun, not so much as a map, just a compass and A general idea that this town was "North and West" of where I was and I just headed "that way".
2007-08-10 14:46:11 · answer #5 · answered by Baron_von_Party 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I like Garmin but I have never used the Zumo or TomTom units for motorcylces. However, following is a link to look at all the brands, and ratings by customers:
http://gps.buyerreports.org/9-Motorcycle_GPS_Devices.html
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2007-08-10 12:46:07 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't put anything on a motorcycle that you have to look at while puttin down the road. Bad enough in a cage.
2007-08-14 16:03:27 · answer #7 · answered by John himself 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I get mine at marine fishery supply in port facilities.
2007-08-13 11:37:15 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋