Gadget : GPS device on bikes

[Seastorm]

may i juz enquire on what is e price for a entry gps to be mount on a motorcycle. I frequently lose my way, getting a bit bored of stopping by the roadside and checking the street directory

 

Wahahaha... someone that is like me. Non waterproof one I think you can get at +/- 300, waterproof one cheapest +/- 450

Please correct me if I am wrong

[Advrider]

Correct me if I am wrong, this handlebar doesn't look like stock, so it was specially bought so that a GPS unit can be mounted.

 

That's a Africa Twin's handle bar. It's original Honda.

[Advrider]

http://www.eastgear.com/store/images/lf-lg%5B1%5D.jpg

 

 

Looks good on paper. Check out the Specs:

 

Specifications

 

Physical & Performance: Unit dimensions, WxHxD:

4.21"W x 3.35"H x .9"D (10.7 x 8.5 x 2.3 cm)

 

Display size, WxH:

2.8"W x 2.1"H (7.2 x 5.4 cm); 3.5" diag (8.9 cm)

 

Display resolution, WxH:

320 x 240 pixels

 

Display type:

QVGA color antiglare TFT with white backlight

 

Weight:

7.6 ounces (215 g)

 

Battery:

user-replaceable, rechargeable lithium-ion

 

Battery life:

up to 8 hours

 

Waterproof:

yes (IPX7)

 

High-sensitivity receiver:

yes

 

RoHS version available:

yes

 

 

 

 

Maps & Memory:

Basemap:

yes

 

Preloaded maps:

yes

 

Ability to add maps:

yes

 

Built-in memory:

internal solid state

 

Accepts data cards:

microSDTM card (not included)

 

Waypoints/favorites/locations:

1000

 

Routes:

10

 

 

 

 

Features:

Voice prompts (e.g. "Turn right in 500 ft."):

yes (internal speaker)

 

Speaks street names (e.g. "Turn right ON ELM STREET in 500 ft.") :

no

 

Speech recognition (navigate with voice commands):

no

 

Lane assist (guides you to the proper lane for navigation):

no

 

3-D building view (displays buildings in 3-D):

no

 

Auto sort multiple destinations (provides most direct route):

yes

 

Auto re-route (fast off-route and detour recalculation):

yes

 

Choice of route setup (faster time, shorter distance, off road):

yes

 

Route avoidance (avoid highways, tolls etc.):

yes

 

Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest):

yes

 

Hands-free calling with Bluetooth® wireless technology:

no

 

FM traffic compatible:

yes

 

XM® Navtraffic (includes basic weather) & Radio for U.S. compatible:

no

 

MSN® Direct for U.S. compatible:

yes

 

Multimode (switches modes to drive, hike, bike or boat):

yes

 

Where Am I? (find closest hospitals, police & gas stations, nearest address & intersection):

yes

 

Garmin LocateTM (marks position when removed from windshield mount):

no

 

Photo navigation (navigate to geotagged photos):

yes

 

MP3 player:

no

 

Audio book player:

no

 

Picture viewer:

yes

 

Garmin GarageTM (select car-shaped icons for map navigation):

yes

 

World travel clock, currency & unit converter, calculator:

yes

 

Touchscreen:

yes

 

Qwerty or ABC keyboard (choose keyboard layout):

no

 

Remote control:

no

 

FM transmitter:

no

 

Headphone jack/audio line-out:

no

 

Dead reckoning:

no

 

Garmin LockTM (anti-theft feature):

yes

 

Motorcycle-friendly:

yes

 

Geocaching-friendly:

yes

 

Additional:

This USB mass storage device is compatible with Windows® 2000 or later and Mac® OS X 10.4 or later.

 

Most importantly it's motorbike friendly.

[Seastorm]

The specs that you have shown, is it for the NUVI 500 or 550?

The battery for the 500 lasts about 4hr 50min at 70-80% brightness

And it does not speak the street name. still learning about the other functions of the unit though.

[Advrider]

The specs that you have shown, is it for the NUVI 500 or 550?

The battery for the 500 lasts about 4hr 50min at 70-80% brightness

And it does not speak the street name. still learning about the other functions of the unit though.

 

It's a 550. Eastgear selling it for SGD $569.

 

Checkout here:

 

East Gear

[joepele]

Correct me if I am wrong, this handlebar doesn't look like stock, so it was specially bought so that a GPS unit can be mounted.

 

It should be stock...

 

If I am not wrong it's an Africa twin.

[joepele]

i'm using sony ericsson bluetooth earpiece n its also connected to my handphone.. so i can switch to my handphone mp3 as and when during the ride. but frankly, the sound won't be that clear when i used it to listen to the mp3 and navigator. a loud windy sound can be heard when ever the navigator prompts. If u wanna use bluetooth earpiece oni for mp3, guess its best to get the one oni meant for listening to music. so tat the wind does not interfere which i believed due to the mouth piece.

I also tried using the normal wired earpiece. a bit better then the bluetooth earpiece tat i'm using.

 

Which BT are you using?

 

You mentioned that you were connected to the GPS and Mobile @ the same time?

 

How did you connect? I always thought that 1 BT headset was only able to connect to 1 device?

 

How did you "connect"?

[joepele]

The specs that you have shown, is it for the NUVI 500 or 550?

The battery for the 500 lasts about 4hr 50min at 70-80% brightness

And it does not speak the street name. still learning about the other functions of the unit though.

 

Actually, it look quite decent as a bike GPS.

 

https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?pID=27442#featureTab

 

It comes with charging cable as well...

https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?pID=27442#inTheBoxTab

Vehicle power cable

 

But am worried if it's still "waterproof" while it's charging like the Zumo.

[Vespa11]

Wahahaha... someone that is like me. Non waterproof one I think you can get at +/- 300, waterproof one cheapest +/- 450

Please correct me if I am wrong

 

Non waterproof one is what model>? and where can i get one?

[Advrider]

Non waterproof one is what model>? and where can i get one?

 

 

Look here and you'll roughly know the price.

 

East Gear

[Advrider]

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Edited February 8, 2009 by Advrider

[mutant_sheep]

i switched from PDA uses RAM mount aqua box to China made PNA.

found is more reliable, the most imporatant, i can choose from different navigation software, like garmin mobile XT or iGO8.

the unit i hv is a 5" PNA with waterproof function, i use 4gb SD card (according to manufacturer it can support 8gb). i use back my previous RAM mount with some modification.

 

pics tells thousand words,

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f88/nsxt99/IMG_0003.jpg

just base mount

 

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f88/nsxt99/IMG_0001.jpg

base mount with PNA mount

 

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f88/nsxt99/IMG_0002.jpg

PNA on mounting

 

the only disadvantage is doesnt hv bluetooth connection, but to me hv or not doesnt made any different coz i prefer earplug when i go touring. as for the battery life i didnt really test it out coz i do hv charging system when im on the move. but according to the manufacture it comes with a 1100mah battery that should last about 4hours on navigation.

[GuiNNeSS]

Hey, that looks interesting. Where did you get it, and how much does it cost?

[mutant_sheep]

Hey, that looks interesting. Where did you get it, and how much does it cost?

 

im the dealer

[GuiNNeSS]

im the dealer

 

Whoops! Hee hee.

 

Can PM me the details then?

 

Btw, where you at GP Esso, singapore bound side on Saturday, riding the blue Burgerking?

[mutant_sheep]

Whoops! Hee hee.

 

Can PM me the details then?

 

Btw, where you at GP Esso, singapore bound side on Saturday, riding the blue Burgerking?

 

nope. not me, my burgerking is green.

[greatz]

Hi. i would like to ask how do i mount a GPS(phone) to my bike? i'm riding nsr 150sp. thanks alot!!

[mctan]

Hi guys,

May I know where to get Australia map for garmin 60CSx?

 

Thanks

[Demon]

Hi guys,

May I know where to get Australia map for garmin 60CSx?

 

Thanks

 

http://www.osmaustralia.org/garmin.php

 

http://www.gpsoz.com.au/tracks4australia/

 

http://mapcenter.cgpsmapper.com/catalogue.php?country=15

 

enough ?

 

[Vespa11]

im the dealer

Can pm me the price as well ? does it come with the mount? i am riding an atlantic

[Nozumi]

im the dealer

 

Interested also. Can pm me the price & details as well ? I'm riding S4 SpecIII. Thanks:P

[BoyBulance]

im the dealer

 

looks good.... can pm me the price? I'm riding an XJR400

[Kazuma]

i'm looking for a GPS, can pm me the price

[Guolong]

Just bought a 60CSx from Merdeka Audio in Sim Lim Square!

Now trying to familiarize with using it.

[racingter]

Just bought a 60CSx from Merdeka Audio in Sim Lim Square!

Now trying to familiarize with using it.

 

 

congra on ur new purchase..welcome to the world of the garmins, when getting ur new ride?