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Old Sep 30, 2023 | 07:58 PM
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The dealership told me I should be able to download 1 per year for free, but when I go through the fingerprint / ToolBox process, I only see where it forces me to buy the updates (for $150!!) . Am I missing something?
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Old Sep 30, 2023 | 08:02 PM
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Map updates cost money. Software updates are free
 
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Old Sep 30, 2023 | 08:02 PM
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The dealer lied to you, you don't say what year your bike is. On my 24 sgs I was able to download free updates for 2 yrs.
 
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Old Sep 30, 2023 | 08:05 PM
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It's a 2021 SG Standard and I'm a happy Google Maps / Apple Car Play guy. However, when I'm camping it's typical to fall off the grid so having the onboard maps is a great backup. I know I can download the Google Maps for where I'm going, but sometimes I forget.
 
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Old Oct 2, 2023 | 01:07 PM
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With the latest iOS update, you can download maps now.
 
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Old Oct 3, 2023 | 07:25 AM
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I have an 8 year old Garmin Nuvi that I use for my King. It gets map updates every year gratis. And I don't have to worry about any drop outs or cell service when I visit some of those God forsaken places. You can pick up a newer 6" screen version now for less than the price of that map update. Just another option.
 
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Old Oct 3, 2023 | 12:31 PM
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Originally Posted by WONKEY
The dealer lied to you, you don't say what year your bike is. On my 24 sgs I was able to download free updates for 2 yrs.

huh? do you have an hd or a delorean?
 

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What’s the issue? You were forced to buy it. Should be good to go?
 
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Originally Posted by paulhog
With the latest iOS update, you can download maps now.
As long as you have data service. Unless Apple has some magic data portal.
 
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