GPS Suggestions...
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2006
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From: Omaha Nebraska
RE: GPS Suggestions...
I just bought a Magellan 3100 on closeout at Target for $104.00. I was in the same boat. Kinda wanted one to just get me around in strange towns and didnt want to drop a bunch of cash. Ive tested it a few times now and it works great. I plug the headphone jack into my aux in and out the speakers so I hear it fine and dont have to watch the screen much. Its not weather proof, but I can deal with that for the amount of money I have invested.
Here is one on e-bay for $129.00
Magellan
Here is one on e-bay for $129.00
Magellan
Road Master
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 774
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From: Florida
RE: GPS Suggestions...
I bought a Garmin Nuvi 350 from Walmart and mounted it on my handlebar with the e-Caddy Deluxe bar mount $50. Had to buy a mount adapter from Proclip for $30. I've been to the Smoky's with it twice and it saved the ride. It's an awesome set up.Of course now I'm always "pullin" on group rides but that's o.k too.
https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?...4&pID=6290
http://www.phatperformanceparts.com/...de=0603%2D0132
http://www.proclipusa.com/?sectionpa...=compatibility
https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?...4&pID=6290
http://www.phatperformanceparts.com/...de=0603%2D0132
http://www.proclipusa.com/?sectionpa...=compatibility
Cruiser
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 154
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From: Colorado
RE: GPS Suggestions...
I'm an avid Garmin fan, and use them in my cars/trucks. However, for the price, I went with the Magellan CrossoverGPS. It has an 8 HOUR battery life, costs less than 300$, is motorcycle friendly, hiking friendly, and boating friendly.
Cruiser
Joined: Mar 2007
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From: Eagan, MN
RE: GPS Suggestions...
Garmin GPSMAP76CS is what I use on the bike, on the water, or in the woods. You can plot everything out on your computer and then upload to the gps. And later download to your computer and save your trips.
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From: Boise, Idaho
RE: GPS Suggestions...
ORIGINAL: Neckball
Yep. I found one on ebay, a refurb unit with a one year warranty for less than $250.
Or try a refurbed Garmin 2610 - Google it, TVNAV.COM is usually a good source - should be 300 or so....
I also use a 2610 with a 1 gb card. Have used the dickens out of it on a bunch of trips, and it is worth it's weight in gold. You can get some good prices on the net for them. I like it because it isn't affected by vibration, works great, waterproof, cost. Ihave it wired directly into the cigarette lighter. got the mounts from cyclegadgets.com
Tourer
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 400
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From: S.E. Michigan
RE: GPS Suggestions...
This is what I use ...TOM TOM 1 $148.00 Ram Mount $35.00.. I remove it when itsraining.. NO big deal. TIm
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Heres their web site... http://www.ram-mount.com/products/motorcycles.htm
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Heres their web site... http://www.ram-mount.com/products/motorcycles.htm
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RE: GPS Suggestions...
I use a Garmin Quest (ebay refurb)
The loooong battery life means I dont need to have it wired to the bike.
It beeps at me to let me know of an upcoming turn (I dont have the audio part connected to the bike). It is waterproof.
I also like to use Mapsource to plan my routes (Destination Highways) and then download to the device. I also like to upload from the GPS so I can see where I've been (great if you've found some new roads)
On the down side the memory on the Quest (not the Quest 2) is only enough for approx 2-3 states
(I have BC & WA).
If money were no object then I'd be running A Zumo but for $150 this thing rocks.
The loooong battery life means I dont need to have it wired to the bike.
It beeps at me to let me know of an upcoming turn (I dont have the audio part connected to the bike). It is waterproof.
I also like to use Mapsource to plan my routes (Destination Highways) and then download to the device. I also like to upload from the GPS so I can see where I've been (great if you've found some new roads)
On the down side the memory on the Quest (not the Quest 2) is only enough for approx 2-3 states
(I have BC & WA).
If money were no object then I'd be running A Zumo but for $150 this thing rocks.
Road Master
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 889
Likes: 1
From: Long Island, New York
RE: GPS Suggestions...
ORIGINAL: SteveInBC
I use a Garmin Quest (ebay refurb)
The loooong battery life means I dont need to have it wired to the bike.
It beeps at me to let me know of an upcoming turn (I dont have the audio part connected to the bike). It is waterproof.
I also like to use Mapsource to plan my routes (Destination Highways) and then download to the device. I also like to upload from the GPS so I can see where I've been (great if you've found some new roads)
On the down side the memory on the Quest (not the Quest 2) is only enough for approx 2-3 states
(I have BC & WA).
If money were no object then I'd be running A Zumo but for $150 this thing rocks.
I use a Garmin Quest (ebay refurb)
The loooong battery life means I dont need to have it wired to the bike.
It beeps at me to let me know of an upcoming turn (I dont have the audio part connected to the bike). It is waterproof.
I also like to use Mapsource to plan my routes (Destination Highways) and then download to the device. I also like to upload from the GPS so I can see where I've been (great if you've found some new roads)
On the down side the memory on the Quest (not the Quest 2) is only enough for approx 2-3 states
(I have BC & WA).
If money were no object then I'd be running A Zumo but for $150 this thing rocks.