Do you have to Zumo
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Road Master
Joined: Aug 2008
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From: Indiana
Do you have to Zumo
I'm looking for a GPS to use on the bike and in the truck. The research shows the zumo is rugged and rain ready even for off road ATV usage hands down.
My question is, how long can a person expect for a garmin Novi Series to last when mounted using the RAM system as long as you don't drop it and keep it out of the rain? I realize you have to sacrifice one thing for another, but I'm just not a fan of the bulky and heavier zumo. Fellow rider experiences pro or con appreciated.
On a lighter side..I was looking at a zumo at a local electronic store ($880.00 yea right!!) and the salesmen tells me how good the zumo is. "If it falls off while riding down the highway you will be OK because the zumo can take it....then he proceeds to tell me...."if you wreck your bike you can be sure the the zumo can handle the crash and keep working" Yea, if a person crashes...they wont have to worry because the zumo can take it.....LOLOLOLOLOLO (although those quadrants could be handy for the rescue services)
My question is, how long can a person expect for a garmin Novi Series to last when mounted using the RAM system as long as you don't drop it and keep it out of the rain? I realize you have to sacrifice one thing for another, but I'm just not a fan of the bulky and heavier zumo. Fellow rider experiences pro or con appreciated.
On a lighter side..I was looking at a zumo at a local electronic store ($880.00 yea right!!) and the salesmen tells me how good the zumo is. "If it falls off while riding down the highway you will be OK because the zumo can take it....then he proceeds to tell me...."if you wreck your bike you can be sure the the zumo can handle the crash and keep working" Yea, if a person crashes...they wont have to worry because the zumo can take it.....LOLOLOLOLOLO (although those quadrants could be handy for the rescue services)
Road Captain
Joined: Aug 2005
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From: Mission, Texas
I have the Zumo 550 w/XM radio and it works great on both my bike and in my truck. You can do a lot with it and save your favorite rides, find whatever you need like fuel, motels, food, parks, etc. It's easy to get used to them, too easy. Just went on 5,000 mile drive and ride to SD and WY and never got lost!
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Joined: Jun 2008
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From: NY
I have a ZUMO and love it. I use it in both the truck and on the bike.
It's bluetooth so you can pair up your phone, plays MP3's, views pictures. Comes with mounts for the bike and the car/truck.
You can find good deals on them too. I bought mine for $675 last year.
It's bluetooth so you can pair up your phone, plays MP3's, views pictures. Comes with mounts for the bike and the car/truck.
You can find good deals on them too. I bought mine for $675 last year.
Tourer
Joined: Mar 2007
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I opted for the Nuvi 750. When I truly need directions I just switch it on and leave it in my pocket. The 750 has a built in fm transmitter that will broadcast the voice prompts over the bike speakers. It's not waterproof but I see no reason to mount it because the turn by turn ( speaks street names )directions get me to where I need to go. It is also half the price of the Zumo and has a built in GPS receiver.
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Joined: Nov 2006
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From: Pittsburgh, PA
Went through a fierce rainstorm while the Zumo 550 was on board.
Hail, wind, driving rain, terrible, with no underpass to hide under.
The Zumo worked flawlessly before and after that ordeal.
There is a post stating it is available for $485.00 somewhere.
With Bluetooth, I had the Scala Rider2 and my cell phone all interconnected. While riding I received a call from my wife telling me the weather radar showed a huge storm in my path. We were able to converse while I was traveling 70 MPH. Unfortunately I was already in it when I got the call.
Really Cool,
Hail, wind, driving rain, terrible, with no underpass to hide under.
The Zumo worked flawlessly before and after that ordeal.
There is a post stating it is available for $485.00 somewhere.
With Bluetooth, I had the Scala Rider2 and my cell phone all interconnected. While riding I received a call from my wife telling me the weather radar showed a huge storm in my path. We were able to converse while I was traveling 70 MPH. Unfortunately I was already in it when I got the call.
Really Cool,
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Joined: May 2006
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From: Midwest
Actually, in my case he was right. I went down in June and the bike slid off the pavement and into a ditch where it flipped. I found my 450 lying in the weeds where it had jarred out of the cradle. I put it back in and it worked fine. In fact, I connected it to my pc when I got home and by checking the trip tracks I found out that I was going 48 mph when I had my unplanned getoff.
Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2007
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From: Augusta, GA
I am completely satisfied with my NUVI 350. gives me the directions through Ultra speakers and plays MP3 files. Thats all I need.
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Tourer
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 356
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From: Midland, TX
My Zumo has brought me to more great restaurants and is easy to use. I also like to ride all day to the middle of nowhere and then find out where the nearest gas station is. Went down roads I never knew existed.
I went to pricegrabber.com to find the best price which at the time was www.buydig.com. Quick delivery and saved hundreds off the Circuit City price.
I went to pricegrabber.com to find the best price which at the time was www.buydig.com. Quick delivery and saved hundreds off the Circuit City price.
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