Install GPS Map Update
Road Captain
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 716
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From: Shreveport,La
I don't know what my bike date is. I don't even know where to find that.....LOL. I am still trying to learn the new Boom!
Cruiser
Joined: Nov 2010
Posts: 210
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From: Phoenix AZ
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IMO you don't need to update as there is not much difference in the latest map release. Unless you live in very remote locales your original release usually has planned routes already designed in the maps. I update after about 3-4 years. I live in the dallas area and never had a problem. Others from other locales may jime in to dispute or concur.
I would not for another year or two cause I can't see paying for an update especially since it is such a P I A to use. If or when Harley works out some more of the bugs or makes it easier to use I may update it, I am just annoyed that you buy a 25++ grand motorcycle and you have to pay for the updates I mean you can buy a garmin on sale for a lot less, and get free life time map updates. Why can't harley?
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 3,721
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From: Tonopah Az
I guess that all depends where you live and how much you use the gps and how much construction their is in the town you live in. I made a route when I first got my bike, and driving down the road it kept saying recalculating , I guess the road was not paved when they made the map! My map says 2012.
I would not for another year or two cause I can't see paying for an update especially since it is such a P I A to use. If or when Harley works out some more of the bugs or makes it easier to use I may update it, I am just annoyed that you buy a 25++ grand motorcycle and you have to pay for the updates I mean you can buy a garmin on sale for a lot less, and get free life time map updates. Why can't harley?
I would not for another year or two cause I can't see paying for an update especially since it is such a P I A to use. If or when Harley works out some more of the bugs or makes it easier to use I may update it, I am just annoyed that you buy a 25++ grand motorcycle and you have to pay for the updates I mean you can buy a garmin on sale for a lot less, and get free life time map updates. Why can't harley?
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,878
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From: Northern California
All the auto manufacturers I know of do it the same way as Harley. They charge for updates. Not saying I like it, just what is.
Best way to fight back is not updating your GPS maps. I don't and have yet to have a issue with the GPS in my 09 car.
Best way to fight back is not updating your GPS maps. I don't and have yet to have a issue with the GPS in my 09 car.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2008
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I believe the car companies also charge for GPS map updates. So Harley's not alone.
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From: SW Florida
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