[reulini]

Hey guys. I'm looking to buy a gps for the scrambler. The goal is not only to help me in places I don't know, but also to start building a catalog with all the trips and places I visit. So it must have a connection to the pc and good software to support it.
So which gps do you have?

 

[Jerry Winder]

Hey guys. I'm looking to buy a gps for the scrambler. The goal is not only to help me in places I don't know, but also to start building a catalog with all the trips and places I visit. So it must have a connection to the pc and good software to support it.
So which gps do you have?

I've got two Garmins, an old Zumo 550, which is on the Scrambler, and a BMW rebadged Zumo, (I believe it's a 600). Both are great sat navs but the basecamp software is a bit on the shonky side, you do get used to it but it could be better.

Jerry

 

[Hedonism]

as far as I know the only producer who has a software for pc/mac computer is Garmin.

I have a Garmin Zumo 660 (is BMW branded Navi V) and I'll use it on both bikes.

on the Scrambler I have already a new powered garmin cradle and a couple of solution to fix it on board (a ram mount ball to put on m8 risers' bolt or an additiona antishock cradle by Touratech to be placed on small bar of the Urban Enduro)

You can see my 3d abt it

 

[TC3]

I had a Garmin Zumo 350, sold that and got a 390, lost that and got another 390

Am happy with the 390 as unlike the Tom Tom it has sound and is handy for the car as well

 

[Olleke]

I've got the Garmin 350 and use Basecamp as software. Made a list "nice roads" in there and use this as a base for future rides. Also have a database with European Ducati dealers.

 

[Sweet Tooth]

I just use google maps or wayz. They are far less expensive to get than the cost of getting a standalone GPS. That is my recommendation.

 

[littleowl]

I've got a Garmin Zumo 660 used it on my two previous bikes. It seems to do the trick, nice big screen and user friendly/waterproof. Software is okay once you get used to it!

 

[ducmarc]

MS Streets & Trips is pretty good for planning trips. Files are exportable to the .GPX file format. All can be saved in any folder structure on the computer.


For me, I then put a copy of the GPX file on my Garmin 765t and import the route.


Now navigating and getting the GPS to work for you takes a bit of getting used to. The Garmin may not see what is planned as the best route. This is where unit setting need to be considered - fastest or shortest.


It's best to keep an awareness of where one is while receiving guidance. There are times I'll ignore and let the Garmin recalculate to fall in line with planned intentions.


Do put multiple day rides into separate files - Day1, Day2, etc.


For the most part, these two products work well together.

 

[Hedonism]

I usually switch off recalculation on the device, I prefer to plan the rout on desktop, fiw the poi and transfer everything to device without it will recalculate, 99% it goes crazy


Inviato da mio iPad utilizzando Tapatalk

 

[albie]

I just follow the sun when I am lost.

 

[TC3]

I just follow the sun when I am lost.

As you are in the UK I guess you are lost a lot of the time

 

[Jerry Winder]

As you are in the UK I guess you are lost a lot of the time

About 30 years ago I worked with an Irish bloke and we used to get a lot of work in London. He didn't have a clue and used to get lost a lot, he admitted that when he was lost he'd just drive around until he saw a sign for the A2 and then follow it!


Jerry

 

[Mixup]

About 30 years ago I worked with an Irish bloke and we used to get a lot of work in London. He didn't have a clue and used to get lost a lot, he admitted that when he was lost he'd just drive around until he saw a sign for the A2 and then follow it!


Jerry

Most likely followed the Guinness sign and told you he was lost.

 

[albie]

As you are in the UK I guess you are lost a lot of the time

No I never get lost lol. Human tw4t nav


Actually have a Garmin car one I can use in a waterproof case but not a specific car one but it is Bluetooth.

 

[Timmy]

I'd say either the TomTom Rider or the Garmin Zumo 390LM. Both work well and are compact easy to use while riding and can be mounted in quite a few places.

 

[reulini]

Thanks for all the suggestions guys, I will look into each one of them!

 

[Hedonism]

smartphone have not enough battery range once gps is on, furthermore you will need a good DataPlan with your internet provider.

 

[reulini]

I had a Garmin Zumo 350, sold that and got a 390, lost that and got another 390

Am happy with the 390 as unlike the Tom Tom it has sound and is handy for the car as well

any special reason to trade the 350 for the 390?

 

[TC3]

any special reason to trade the 350 for the 390?

Friend upgraded to 590 so offered me the 390 for whatever I sold the 350 for. I do like the fact the 390 can connect to a phone for handsfree calls while 350 cant. I dont use the curvy roads or tire pressure monitor feature of the 390 though

 

[ducmarc]

I like the 590 and would be my next GPS unit. It brings back the MP3 player which I really like a lot - my 765t has this and an SD card. Also with life-time maps (LM), that would help justify the additional expense - sort of.


Seems like I spent $60 +/- for a map upgrade for my Nuvi 200 a few years ago.


The tire pressure monitor would be used as well.


This just for kicks: