GPS Navigation for bikes
#11
08-08-2010, 11:56 PM
I have Garmin 780 with a ram mount. I love the ram mount. That thing is steady at freeway and running around. No vibration. If you go with the ram mount, make sure you get the accessory of the locking ****. Its an extra 25 bucks, but when you lock it, it just spines and I have left my garmin on my bike every where and haven't had it stolen. Doesn’t mean it cannot be taken, they would really have to work at it and break the garmin to get it out. You can see it on my bike below.
#12
08-09-2010, 12:02 AM
It's much easier to get lost without one. I've got a Garmin Legend CS, and bought the North America Topo maps. Now I've gotten the Korea maps, but haven't put my RAM mount on the bike.
#13
08-09-2010, 05:45 AM
I just bought a Ram Mount for my TomTom 335. Once you have a Ram mount you can use the base of the mount for many different things by swapping out the device specific adapters; phone, GPS, cup holder, etc.
Has anyone installed a power outlet (cigarette lighter plug) for accessories?
Has anyone installed a power outlet (cigarette lighter plug) for accessories?
#14
08-09-2010, 08:13 AM
I use a Garmin 855W with a RAM mount and a Powerlet cable to get power up to my handlebars.
If you're seriously concerned about the waterproof issue, you can purchase a RAM Aqua Box instead of paying the bloated Zumo prices.
If you're seriously concerned about the waterproof issue, you can purchase a RAM Aqua Box instead of paying the bloated Zumo prices.
#15
08-09-2010, 08:45 AM
I use a Nuvi 550. it's not motorcycle specific, but it is waterproof ( water resistant, in reality) so no need for the plastic bags during a rain storm. It was under $200 refurbished.
BTW...RAM mounts are the way to go. Build what you need with the components, use them on the bikes, in the cars and trucks..good gear and fairly inexpensive
BTW...RAM mounts are the way to go. Build what you need with the components, use them on the bikes, in the cars and trucks..good gear and fairly inexpensive
#16
08-09-2010, 01:14 PM
Elite HDF Member
I used a Nuvi 200 on a RAM mount for the Ultra. Put a ziplock over it for rain, it doesn't get a lot of rain on it behind the fairing in motion. I got the Nuvi in a pawn shop for $40 and got a second one as a backup, just in case. I used it for 5700 mile road trip this summer, just had to make sure it was set to avoid dirt roads.
#18
08-10-2010, 06:18 AM
Road Master
Tom Tom Urban Rider..Inexpensive, designed and engineered for a motorcycle..The newest of TomTom for bikers...Although Garmin is widespreaded TomTom offers the best price-quality...At least, here in Europe.
#19
08-10-2010, 06:47 AM
I'm still wondering if I really want to come up with a mount for my rubber-mounted Dyna or not. Here's my Garmin Nuvi 360 mounted to my 1000RR. Works awesome! For piece of mind I might consider looking into a GPS made for motorcycles just for the vibration resistance. The steering stem of my CBR doesn't shake anything like the handlebars of a Harley.
GPS= Garmin Nuvi 360
Mount= Techmount Steering Stem Mount
GPS Cradle=RAM Garmin Nuvi Cradle
Power= 12V Powerlet Power Outlet hidden in the front cowl.
GPS= Garmin Nuvi 360
Mount= Techmount Steering Stem Mount
GPS Cradle=RAM Garmin Nuvi Cradle
Power= 12V Powerlet Power Outlet hidden in the front cowl.
Last edited by live4rut; 08-10-2010 at 06:49 AM.
#20
08-10-2010, 06:52 AM
I would love to have one of the ones Harley offers, with the fairing mount for my Ultra, but I can't see the 800-900 investment.