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I just installed a GPS on my bike. While I like the idea of taking off and getting lost I've done it one too many times. As a member of the PGR and WWR we do missions in areas I'm unfamiliar with and I usually end up not knowing how to get home. My internal compass is broken. A GPS became a necessity for me. Who else relies on one? Got to admit if feels a little wrong to put it on my ride but like I said, I need it.
Road Captain
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From: Carrabelle, Fl
I just installed a GPS on my bike. While I like the idea of taking off and getting lost I've done it one too many times. As a member of the PGR and WWR we do missions in areas I'm unfamiliar with and I usually end up not knowing how to get home. My internal compass is broken. A GPS became a necessity for me. Who else relies on one? Got to admit if feels a little wrong to put it on my ride but like I said, I need it.
I have a Garmin SP 2610 I have had for about 5 years.
Use it in my dually, used it in my boat when I had one, used it on my '06 Sporty and now use it on my Heritage too.
I am also a PGR member and they come in handy.
And for those that say it's too dangerous,
, they obviously have never used one.Just set your route and go. An occassional glance, like looking at your speedo or tach is all that is required.
No playing with the buttons, etc., is needed...
Outstanding HDF Member
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From: St George, UT
I've never had a problem finding places I need to go, nor getting lost. But, I'm getting a GPS when finances make it doable. I just like precision, and the GPS should give me that. Being a former pilot of sophisticated airplanes, I like having electronics do my thinking for me.
Road Master
Joined: Dec 2008
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From: Southern Oregon
Depends on the unit. I've had both Garmin and a Tom Tom. Both of them had a "where am I" feature. It would show a map and your location. Also push another button to find the nearest gas, hospital, restaurant, vehicle repair shop and police station. They are VERY handy.
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From: Heart of Missouri
I do own one, but have not used it on the bike. I have been in other states with those that had one on their bike and it did come in handy.
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Road Master
Joined: Dec 2007
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From: Long Island, New York
Even a cheap one will do that. It displays a map with your location. I have 4 cages and 3 bikes and they all have a Gps except for the Sportie. I don't go too far on that bike.
