GPS Use...
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GPS Use...
On the fence about buying a Zumo. Considered the 2610's but would lean toward the Zumo. We don't travel heavily and with an upcoming trip it would be a real help. But after that is what I am wondering about. For the most part locally I pretty much know what is what and we'll do a hundred plus mile trip here and there. For those of you with them, aside from trips of any distance, how much do you really use them (GPS)? Most of us know the local areas etc so let's here what ya'll think and how much they're used on a local level as opposed to a trip etc. I've got an Ipod so the MP3 thing is no biggie. It's a substantial investment and I don't want to use it and end up with it on the shelf so to speak.
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I have my 2610 on every time the ignition switch is turned on. It's better than American Express, I wouldn't leave home without it. If you have an address, you can get there. I find my GPS extremely useful and I have it working even if it is not programmed to take me somewhere. It still gives me the direction, road I'm traveling, mph, and other useful information at just a glance. PACO
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Mine lives on the bike. Since it's a Zumo it provides another fuel gauge, this one with a voice. It also provides a more accurate speedometer, compass, & map. You may not need the map at home, but there will be times you want to go to an address you haven't been to.........punch it into the GPS, &...............
I don't actually use mine on *every* ride, & I let locals lead when I'm in their world, but when I need it it's priceless.
I don't actually use mine on *every* ride, & I let locals lead when I'm in their world, but when I need it it's priceless.
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I have mine on all the time too. But I don't use it for music - the voice prompts are too chatty and the music cuts out when she talks. Besides I like controlling the tunes from the grip switches. So I just glance at the screen and it shows what's coming up. And if I'm just cruising around I just have it follow me....
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anybody know what it takes to use the 2620 and make it work with the hd intercom. I have a 2620 that has been laying on the shelf and it sure would save some bucks. I like the way it worked before and think it would be great on the bike. thanks
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RE: GPS Use...
I sometimes run my 2610 locally, but it really shines when you are on longer trips when you are looking for your next turn orgas, resturants, and motels.
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They're pretty handy Badbagger.
Can turn down any road, check out any horizon, no worries...just turn it on, hit 'home', and voila.
Even knows where the gas stations and eateries are...much better than a 'navigator', if ya get my drift.
It'll widen what you consider 'your area' to be.
Also, they're programmed with all kinds of destinations...some stops I never would've made, cause I didn't know about 'em.
Above all, they're great for peace of mind...one less worry...not sure what that's worth.
I've got the tomtom rider2, which is all touchscreen...I like it, a lot. I could be wrong, but I think it's cheaper than the zumo.
They all work, just have different providers...so, mightplot different routes.
Enjoy,
Can turn down any road, check out any horizon, no worries...just turn it on, hit 'home', and voila.
Even knows where the gas stations and eateries are...much better than a 'navigator', if ya get my drift.
It'll widen what you consider 'your area' to be.
Also, they're programmed with all kinds of destinations...some stops I never would've made, cause I didn't know about 'em.
Above all, they're great for peace of mind...one less worry...not sure what that's worth.
I've got the tomtom rider2, which is all touchscreen...I like it, a lot. I could be wrong, but I think it's cheaper than the zumo.
They all work, just have different providers...so, mightplot different routes.
Enjoy,