Gadget : GPS device on bikes

[Rubbermouse]

Just wondering if any bros here using car gps on their bike? (cos bike GPS much more ex compared to car's)

 

Thanks...

[IvikaRazI]

Just wondering if any bros here using car gps on their bike? (cos bike GPS much more ex compared to car's)

 

Thanks...

 

Ya I am using. Garmin 2465. There is Bluetooth. But am disappointed as cannot pair with earpiece. Bluetooth only for phone to GPS speaker. Other than that, the maps have been great.

[Rubbermouse]

Ya I am using. Garmin 2465. There is Bluetooth. But am disappointed as cannot pair with earpiece. Bluetooth only for phone to GPS speaker. Other than that, the maps have been great.

Woo cool.. Can i know how much u got it for? And if you are using a car gps on a bike, how do you mount it and keep it waterproof?

 

Thanks.

[aloha]

Just wondering if any bros here using car gps on their bike? (cos bike GPS much more ex compared to car's)

 

Thanks...

 

Using car gps on bikes is generally not recommended because of several reasons. One, the gps is not waterproof, and in the erratic Singapore weather, you might not have time to waterproof your gps. Two, touchscreen. Motorcycle gps are glove friendly. Some of the gps for cars will not work if you use your gloves on them. Three, sunlight readable screen - self-explanatory. And four, motorcycle gps are made to withstand the petrol fumes, jolting on the road, and all the other knocks that come along with biking. So think about whether the extra bit saved is worth it!

[IvikaRazI]

Woo cool.. Can i know how much u got it for? And if you are using a car gps on a bike, how do you mount it and keep it waterproof?

 

Thanks.

 

I got em during a PC Show. As for mounts, might wan to consider RAM Aqua boxes. http://www.rammount.com/Products/AquaBoxMounts/tabid/125/Default.aspx

[S750WP]

Using car gps on bikes is generally not recommended because of several reasons. One, the gps is not waterproof, and in the erratic Singapore weather, you might not have time to waterproof your gps. Two, touchscreen. Motorcycle gps are glove friendly. Some of the gps for cars will not work if you use your gloves on them. Three, sunlight readable screen - self-explanatory. And four, motorcycle gps are made to withstand the petrol fumes, jolting on the road, and all the other knocks that come along with biking. So think about whether the extra bit saved is worth it!

 

I have used a car GPS with RAM aqua box,

 

1. The RAM aqua box resolve the waterproofing issue

2. Car GPS touch screen works fine with gloves on.

3. I adjust the screen brightness and angle of view so that my body block the sunlight to overcome the unreadable in sunlight issue

4. The RAM aqua box offer the protection of the GPS from the petrol fumes and elements of nature.

 

The car GPS + Aqua box ram box is a cheaper alternative compare to the motorcycle GPS, but if you have extra cash to spend then go ahead and buy the motorcycle GPS.

[virux]

Marbella N52 5 inch

vs

Garmin nuvi52lm 5 inch

 

Which one is better please. Both price not different. There's also tomtom 4.3 inch nearly same price range.

Can't decide which to buy. Any advice pls.

 

Anybody got experience with JK Commercial for Ram mount.

Do they provide installation also? It's on 5th or 6th floor rite.

[whitescorpion]

hey guys, any yamaha R15 riders here managed to mount GPS/phone holder onto handlebar? I'm considering buying this (http://dx.com/p/bicycle-motorcycle-360-degree-rotating-mount-holder-support-for-gps-cell-phone-mp4-black-163902)but due to limited space on R15 handlebar, I am not sure if it can be attached to my R15. Please advise:)

[Strato Caster]

Hi was wondering wher can i buy a a low price

GPS

for Singapore and Malaysia roads...

Pls tell me roughly how much the price? And brand too?

Thnx in advance

[ki113r]

Use your HP download GPS apps lor. Should cost less than $50 for SG & MY maps.

[stoner]

If you have an Iphone. Try NAVFONE.

 

Been using that for Local and Malaysia roads the last 4 years.. Has served me well...

[jjongkp]

I use Waze. But you need a data connection.

[StrongBow]

So far the best gps app for iphone for me is tom tom south east asia. Does not need a data connection as the maps are fully in ur phone. Works for south east asia countries. Depending on how far u wanna tour. 60dollars on appstore. Worth every penny

[jjongkp]

My friend uses Sygic, about 40 Euros for Maps of SouthEast Asia. Unlimited updates. He likes how it works for him

[joe_rocket]

So far the best gps app for iphone for me is tom tom south east asia. Does not need a data connection as the maps are fully in ur phone. Works for south east asia countries. Depending on how far u wanna tour. 60dollars on appstore. Worth every penny

 

hi. even though you download the maps, you still need the data connection to know the current location right? w/o autoroam and costly data connection how to navigate?

[jjongkp]

If the maps are installed, no need data connection. Smartphones have a GPS chip too, can function just like a dedicated GPS unit.

[ki113r]

My friend uses Sygic, about 40 Euros for Maps of SouthEast Asia. Unlimited updates. He likes how it works for him

 

There's a way to get maps free

[jjongkp]

For Sygic? PM me if you don't mind, of course

[BrokenBones]

Guyz..

 

Where can I get a reliable waterproof iPhone holder for bikes. I'm riding Silverwing..

[virux]

Hi, Use Ram mout with RAM AQUA BOX, which is water proof

You can get locally on JK Commercial.

[stoner]

Guyz..

 

Where can I get a reliable waterproof iPhone holder for bikes. I'm riding Silverwing..

 

Buy from them, using , my 3rd casing from them since Iphone 3G

 

http://www.thinkbiologic.com/

 

There are many aftermarket OEM wana_Be, tried them before... for Iphone, nothing beats biologic. It just take 3 days to reach you.

[tabung]

Guyz..

 

Where can I get a reliable waterproof iPhone holder for bikes. I'm riding Silverwing..

 

Maybe u can buy life proof tats the best waterproof for iPhone 4-5 .......

[drift]

why need to buy one? Just use your phone enuf what? Unless u going offroad n need to navigate through dense forests like the scrambler riders do do. Get a handphone bracket n place your phone so u can check it once in a while whilst riding.

[Strato Caster]

Hi Guyz,

 

Pardon me, but im totally new to gps...

 

1) Is it tru that gps gadget don't require wifi and data subscription plans to do the maps navigation?

(its totally on gps signals)

2)anybody here uses Garmin Nuvi 2495 for their bikes? Can share is it a wise choice?

3) can share too how u fix ur gps to ur bikes in a way whereby user can juz

pull it out upon parking the bike?

 

thnx in advance

[papabread79]

Hi Guyz,

 

Pardon me, but im totally new to gps...

 

1) Is it tru that gps gadget don't require wifi and data subscription plans to do the maps navigation? Yes, it is true. It depends on GPS signals only.

(its totally on gps signals)

2)anybody here uses Garmin Nuvi 2495 for their bikes? Can share is it a wise choice? Unsure.

3) can share too how u fix ur gps to ur bikes in a way whereby user can juz

pull it out upon parking the bike? Take a look at the Zumo 600 series. It's a wise choice to own one.

 

thnx in advance

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