need GPS unit-which one?
Road Master
Joined: Jun 2006
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RE: need GPS unit-which one?
ORIGINAL: DynaDude
I'm also thinking about getting a GPS, but I don't necessarily want it mounted on the handlebars.
I'm also thinking about getting a GPS, but I don't necessarily want it mounted on the handlebars.
http://www.powerletproducts.com/prod...erbar_plus.php
It is pretty handy since I can just unplug it and take the entire unit, cradle and all off whenever I'm not on a road trip. I would also just take the whole thing off when I was at stops and stick it in my top case. In addition to this outlet, they also have custom power cables for various GPS's.
Tourer
Joined: Oct 2007
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From: Tucson, AZ
RE: need GPS unit-which one?
ORIGINAL: Tralfaz
This still involves it being "mounted" on the handlebars when in use, but I picked up this thing for plugging the Zumo in:
http://www.powerletproducts.com/prod...erbar_plus.php
It is pretty handy since I can just unplug it and take the entire unit, cradle and all off whenever I'm not on a road trip. I would also just take the whole thing off when I was at stops and stick it in my top case. In addition to this outlet, they also have custom power cables for various GPS's.
ORIGINAL: DynaDude
I'm also thinking about getting a GPS, but I don't necessarily want it mounted on the handlebars.
I'm also thinking about getting a GPS, but I don't necessarily want it mounted on the handlebars.
http://www.powerletproducts.com/prod...erbar_plus.php
It is pretty handy since I can just unplug it and take the entire unit, cradle and all off whenever I'm not on a road trip. I would also just take the whole thing off when I was at stops and stick it in my top case. In addition to this outlet, they also have custom power cables for various GPS's.
Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2005
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From: TX
RE: need GPS unit-which one?
I use a Garmin I5, it has a nice mount for my dash and a suction cup or sand bag if I put it in my Jeep.
Not as nice as the Zumo, but very affordable, easy to use and read, I can even hear the voice at 65mph
Not as nice as the Zumo, but very affordable, easy to use and read, I can even hear the voice at 65mph
Tourer
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: Southern NH
RE: need GPS unit-which one?
I have the Quest 2 and love it. I move it between two bikes plus the cars. I bought the RAM motorcycle mount. Its water proof and works well in daylight and at night. It also will last almost 20 hours on a charge. The only draw back so far is it is difficult to use if your wearing gloves. I've had it just over a year and I have had no problems with it.
Road Master
Joined: Jun 2006
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RE: need GPS unit-which one?
ORIGINAL: SpringerDude
Now I need to find a combo GPS/XM Radio/Phone.
Now I need to find a combo GPS/XM Radio/Phone.
I'm not much for messing with the phone part, and I have Sirius for radio, but my friend that has a 550 uses his phone with it all the time, and I think he got the XM antenna for it as well.
Intermediate
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RE: need GPS unit-which one?
I have the Garmin Nuvi 660. It's a touch screen and has a widescreen with super bright colors. It also has the bluetooth and several other features. It is really thin but has a very big screen (Easier on eyes that don't see small details as well anymore). The verbal directions are great too w/ a british sounding female voice 
. It is the best I have owned or tested and I've had several.
. It is the best I have owned or tested and I've had several.
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