Gps and cell phones
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2009
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From: Northern, Ohio (Yuck!)
i hear alot about "where can i mount my iphone". Why do you want to ruin the ride? I have been riding for 30+ years and have never had to look at a GPS or some other techno gadget to see where i want to go. I ride a 09 Ultra and myself and 4 others ( 3 of which have 14 or newer bikes with gps, bluetooth etc.) go for a 4,000 mile ride each year and I always lead. Why ? Because i don't really care if I take a wrong turn. I might end up in a nice saloon. It's all about the ride and adventure.
Remind me never to go on a "4000 mile" ride with you...
Road Warrior
Joined: Feb 2012
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From: Charlotte
I'm sorry but technology adds to the joy of riding. Very rarely am I just wondering around on roads. More than likely I have a destination planned. So my GPS and cell assists me in getting there. I like having the option of using my phone to record my travel; finding different routes, listening to my numerous playlists.
I bought a bike for enjoyment, the technology adds to it.
I bought a bike for enjoyment, the technology adds to it.
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Joined: Jan 2011
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From: Western Illinois, land of bad roads, and corrupt politicians
i hear alot about "where can i mount my iphone". Why do you want to ruin the ride? I have been riding for 30+ years and have never had to look at a GPS or some other techno gadget to see where i want to go. I ride a 09 Ultra and myself and 4 others ( 3 of which have 14 or newer bikes with gps, bluetooth etc.) go for a 4,000 mile ride each year and I always lead. Why ? Because i don't really care if I take a wrong turn. I might end up in a nice saloon. It's all about the ride and adventure.
Do what you want...... ride in your jammies if you want. But IMHO, it's bad form to come in here and tell others they're doing it wrong.
I've been riding for over 50 years. I started using a GPS about 10 years ago, and love it. You'll see my bike on the road, not in front of a saloon.
Seasoned HDF Member
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From: Michigan 15 Minutes East Of Hell
... and i gather from your response that your GPS has a "Bad Dudes Here" app ? Come on now, that's a **** poor excuse for using one. The GPS is is great technology and I have one that lives in my Tour Pack. In the event that I need it, it's there ... I think.
Road Captain
Joined: Jul 2015
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From: Billings, Montana Out in the Wild West.
First of all, I never said I was using a GPS at the time, this was in the pre-GPS days, but I could see where you could load a route in a GPS to go around and avoid these areas to make sure you don't make a wrong turn and get into someplace you shouldn't be. So I fail to see where this is a **** poor excuse for using one.
Supporter
Joined: Feb 2008
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From: Grays Creek, NC
Oh good, a "Real Biker" thread. You don't need a cell or GPS on your bike but your on your computer posting how the rest of us are missing out. Shouldn't you be riding and not worrying what everyone else is doing?
Road Master
Joined: Nov 2011
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From: Outside Dover, OH
i hear alot about "where can i mount my iphone". Why do you want to ruin the ride? I have been riding for 30+ years and have never had to look at a GPS or some other techno gadget to see where i want to go. I ride a 09 Ultra and myself and 4 others ( 3 of which have 14 or newer bikes with gps, bluetooth etc.) go for a 4,000 mile ride each year and I always lead. Why ? Because i don't really care if I take a wrong turn. I might end up in a nice saloon. It's all about the ride and adventure.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2011
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From: NorCal Rocklin
GPS can be very helpful especially when you ride a lot of twisty roads. You can plan ahead an initiate your turn or slow down so you dont crash and die.
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From: OH
Same here.... It's in the saddle bag with my phone which is always off.
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From: Michigan 15 Minutes East Of Hell
First of all, I never said I was using a GPS at the time, this was in the pre-GPS days, but I could see where you could load a route in a GPS to go around and avoid these areas to make sure you don't make a wrong turn and get into someplace you shouldn't be. So I fail to see where this is a **** poor excuse for using one.