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Joined: Sep 2011
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From: San Jose CA
while I don't really "need" a gps I like this setup and have a bunch of parts on order including a zumo 660 ($320 from amazon).
that should do the trick.
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...cvo-ultra.html
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that should do the trick.
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...cvo-ultra.html
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Joined: Jul 2011
Posts: 267
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From: Jacksonville, NC
I bought a Garmin 765T a few years back (2009) and have used it on my bike since 2010 with a RAM mount on the left side. The GPS has an SD slot for MP3's, has Bluetooth and FM transmitter, or I use the 3.5 audio jack into the rear of my radio. I mainly use it for music and occasionally use it as a GPS and directions come through the radio when needed, so far I've never had any issues with it.
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Joined: Dec 2007
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From: Bay Area
I wore out a zumo 550, just picked up a 660LM recently with a HD perch mount, the 660 is a lot better than the 550 and that was very good but it had its quirks. Now if I can just figure out how to convert my itunes music to mp3 files on a mac and install it on the card in my 660, I will be done and ready to go.
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From: Mountain Top, Alabama
I also got the TPMS with it to check tire PSI on the fly, as well as graphs to show psi trends and adjustable alarms to notify me of a low psi condition. I like that all my other vehicles have it, why not the 'King.
On my smart phone I also use the Waze app, free, works without cell coverage too.
Both on RAM mounts, very secure.
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Here is my experience. I bought a Garmin Nuvi 55LM about 7 months ago. It was a Black Friday deal at Walmart for $85.00 delivered. This is an automobile unit, not made specifically for motorcycles. I did not know what to expect as this was my first experience with a GPS. For the first month I used it with just the suction cup stuck to my windshield. It never got loose and never came off but I felt like I wanted it closer to me so I bought a Ram Mount for $40.00 which mounts to the handlebars.
I love this thing. With the Ram mount you can move it up or down, left or right. The GPS works great and I would not take for it. Oh, it plugs into my cig lighter so power is not an issue either. It is not waterproof so if I hit some rain I just stop and loosen the twist off **** of the Ram mount and remove the unit in 10 seconds and put it in my saddlebag. This thing tells you way more information on its 5" screen than the average person will ever need, although it is nice to have it. For instance: how far to your destination (in miles and time) or how far before you make a turn. One of my favorite features is that it tells you (and shows you) what lane to be in when coming up to a turn on to an intersection or highway. It has a touch screen and works with gloves on. It gives you several voice options but I am happy with the default woman's voice announcing turns etc.
I have not used all the GPS units in the world so I honestly can not say if my Garmin 55LM is the "best in the world" or not. But, for my touring use I really like it. The best part is I did not have to spend $600.00 to get a GPS for my bike. My total outlay was about $125.00.
I love this thing. With the Ram mount you can move it up or down, left or right. The GPS works great and I would not take for it. Oh, it plugs into my cig lighter so power is not an issue either. It is not waterproof so if I hit some rain I just stop and loosen the twist off **** of the Ram mount and remove the unit in 10 seconds and put it in my saddlebag. This thing tells you way more information on its 5" screen than the average person will ever need, although it is nice to have it. For instance: how far to your destination (in miles and time) or how far before you make a turn. One of my favorite features is that it tells you (and shows you) what lane to be in when coming up to a turn on to an intersection or highway. It has a touch screen and works with gloves on. It gives you several voice options but I am happy with the default woman's voice announcing turns etc.
I have not used all the GPS units in the world so I honestly can not say if my Garmin 55LM is the "best in the world" or not. But, for my touring use I really like it. The best part is I did not have to spend $600.00 to get a GPS for my bike. My total outlay was about $125.00.
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