Post by: ajmes1 on 09 January 2014, 09:43:46 pm
Post by: alan sherman on 09 January 2014, 09:56:36 pm
Post by: alexanderfitu on 09 January 2014, 09:58:23 pm
or something that looks very much like this. Works well, although larger sat navs can be a bit of a squeeze. No problems in the rain.
What you miss from the more expensive motorbike sat navs is bluetooth audio directions, which can be usefull on the motorbike. The motorbike specific sat navs are too expensive in my opinion.
I have used the android phone + headset option as well, but it rinsed my data plan, and dranied my battery very quickly. I also found in the latest google maps update, they stop saying road names and introduce a delay in the instructions which is annoying.
Post by: mickvp on 09 January 2014, 09:58:33 pm
Google maps. Android phone, earpiece. Good for short journeys in town. No screen but is free.
change the earpiece for a bluetooth one (like the SENA SMH10 I have), add a waterproof case to the handlebars, and you have a screen as well.
Google's Navigation app has always worked well on my phone.
MY case is much the same as alexander has posted above.
Post by: fq-craigus on 09 January 2014, 10:00:02 pm
Post by: ajmes1 on 09 January 2014, 10:09:19 pm
I use this [url]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5-GPS-SAT-NAV-Waterproof-Leather-Case-Mount-Holder-Motorcycle-Motorbike-Cycle-/330807637586?pt=UK_CE_GPS_Accessories_Software_ET&hash=item4d05abf652[/url] ([url]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5-GPS-SAT-NAV-Waterproof-Leather-Case-Mount-Holder-Motorcycle-Motorbike-Cycle-/330807637586?pt=UK_CE_GPS_Accessories_Software_ET&hash=item4d05abf652[/url])
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It was that listing that prompted the question! I've used my tomtom in a tankbag but spent an unhealthy amount of time glancing down!
Listening to the directions wasn't much of an issue that way. Might see if I could download a decent satnavs for my phone and use the Bluetooth idea!
Post by: alexanderfitu on 09 January 2014, 10:09:24 pm
Google maps. Android phone, earpiece. Good for short journeys in town. No screen but is free.
change the earpiece for a bluetooth one (like the SENA SMH10 I have), add a waterproof case to the handlebars, and you have a screen as well.
Google's Navigation app has always worked well on my phone.
MY case is much the same as alexander has posted above.
The data usage is still a problem
Post by: ajmes1 on 09 January 2014, 10:20:41 pm
Google maps. Android phone, earpiece. Good for short journeys in town. No screen but is free.
change the earpiece for a bluetooth one (like the SENA SMH10 I have), add a waterproof case to the handlebars, and you have a screen as well.
Google's Navigation app has always worked well on my phone.
MY case is much the same as alexander has posted above.
The data usage is still a problem
Just found co-pilot do a free version where you download the actual maps to your device, so less data to download, works without signal and just uses the gps chip
Post by: alexanderfitu on 09 January 2014, 10:21:48 pm
Google maps. Android phone, earpiece. Good for short journeys in town. No screen but is free.
change the earpiece for a bluetooth one (like the SENA SMH10 I have), add a waterproof case to the handlebars, and you have a screen as well.
Google's Navigation app has always worked well on my phone.
MY case is much the same as alexander has posted above.
The data usage is still a problem
Just found co-pilot do a free version where you download the actual maps to your device, so less data to download, works without signal and just uses the gps chip
I had a play with that and the tom tom android version. Neither are as good as Google maps. Shame :)
Post by: mickvp on 09 January 2014, 10:22:04 pm
with only the basic map layers on, it should only use between 10-20Mb an Hour. Im on an unlimited data plan (3Gb) so its not a major concern for me.
Post by: alexanderfitu on 09 January 2014, 10:23:06 pm
if you play with the settings in google maps you can turn off any additional layers (satellite, terrain etc), and you can also pe-cache some of your common routes to cut right down on the data usage.I did the same but I use my whole 5gb allocation a month either way.
with only the basic map layers on, it should only use between 10-20Mb an Hour. Im on an unlimited data plan (3Gb) so its not a major concern for me.
Post by: ajmes1 on 09 January 2014, 10:26:07 pm
If it came to I'm sure you could pick up a cheapy off theifbay and either make do without voice directions or ( if you a bit of a whizz with tinkering) could fit a Bluetooth adapter to it.
I feel a project coming on
Post by: rustyrider on 09 January 2014, 10:29:42 pm
Post by: Ian-man on 09 January 2014, 10:32:10 pm
Post by: mickvp on 09 January 2014, 10:32:45 pm
if you play with the settings in google maps you can turn off any additional layers (satellite, terrain etc), and you can also pe-cache some of your common routes to cut right down on the data usage.I did the same but I use my whole 5gb allocation a month either way.
with only the basic map layers on, it should only use between 10-20Mb an Hour. Im on an unlimited data plan (3Gb) so its not a major concern for me.
really?
god thats awful. ive never used my data allowance with anything, but admittedly I dont use the Nav that much!
Post by: unfazed on 10 January 2014, 12:30:33 am
Post by: Punkstig on 10 January 2014, 07:29:46 am
If it's motorway you don't need it on, just need to remember what junction to get off, then have a look again.
If you have iPhone 'navfree' doesn't use data as you download the UK map to phone
Post by: Nosobrut on 10 January 2014, 08:27:08 am
Post by: unfazed on 10 January 2014, 08:33:03 am
I don't use the navigation software, just the maps.
If it's motorway you don't need it on, just need to remember what junction to get off, then have a look again.
If you have iPhone 'navfree' doesn't use data as you download the UK map to phone
:thumbup :thumbup :thumbup
Post by: keithfzs1000 on 10 January 2014, 08:35:08 am
:eek :eek :eek :eek
use bluetooth or headfones simples
Post by: Davebo on 10 January 2014, 09:20:24 am
For the bike, I used to use a waterproof case off of eBay for my old TomTom V1. It was mounted to the bars via a ball & socket but it was a faff to get on and off. Then I was in Hein Gericke (when it was open) and they had one with velcro straps and a nice little sun shade. About £7. They might be selling them off again or via J&S.
DBo.
Post by: Buzz on 10 January 2014, 09:50:40 am
FZS600 SatNav bracket |
Post by: locksmith on 10 January 2014, 10:22:17 am
Plays mp3's as well as navigation
Transfer from bike to bike so lasts a long while.
I've had it that long the Zumo is a little old fashioned now in that the Garmin features are greatly advanced now (like photo real junction display and lane guidance prompting etc, but I wont update till it breaks!
Post by: Mattsplat on 10 January 2014, 10:43:42 am
Cheapo version, Nuvi 310 has an 3.5mm jack out and can be picked up for about £20 on eblag, wire it to the battery, waterproof bag from China and you have a proppa setup for under £50.
Post by: fazer390 on 10 January 2014, 11:26:59 am
It also has bluetooth for when I'm in my cage, so it doubles as a hands free kit... Works a treat... :)
Post by: Phil on 10 January 2014, 11:33:43 am
I use this [url]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5-GPS-SAT-NAV-Waterproof-Leather-Case-Mount-Holder-Motorcycle-Motorbike-Cycle-/330807637586?pt=UK_CE_GPS_Accessories_Software_ET&hash=item4d05abf652[/url] ([url]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5-GPS-SAT-NAV-Waterproof-Leather-Case-Mount-Holder-Motorcycle-Motorbike-Cycle-/330807637586?pt=UK_CE_GPS_Accessories_Software_ET&hash=item4d05abf652[/url])
I've got a similar holder to that from Hein Gericke.
I attached it to one like this
http://www.amazon.co.uk/RAM-MOUNT--RAM-B-347-Base-Pattern-Plate/dp/B004O8LF26/ref=sr_1_8/280-4913084-6253711?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1389352745&sr=1-8&keywords=ram-mount (http://www.amazon.co.uk/RAM-MOUNT--RAM-B-347-Base-Pattern-Plate/dp/B004O8LF26/ref=sr_1_8/280-4913084-6253711?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1389352745&sr=1-8&keywords=ram-mount)
which attaches to one like this
http://www.amazon.co.uk/RAM-MOUNT--RAM-B-201-A-Double-Socket-Short/dp/B0053NLIBO/ref=sr_1_10/280-4913084-6253711?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1389352745&sr=1-10&keywords=ram-mount (http://www.amazon.co.uk/RAM-MOUNT--RAM-B-201-A-Double-Socket-Short/dp/B0053NLIBO/ref=sr_1_10/280-4913084-6253711?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1389352745&sr=1-10&keywords=ram-mount)
which attaches to one like this
http://www.amazon.co.uk/RAM-MOUNT--RAM-B-231Z-U-Bolt-Base-1-25/dp/B0012TWRAO/ref=sr_1_1/280-4913084-6253711?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1389352745&sr=1-1&keywords=ram-mount (http://www.amazon.co.uk/RAM-MOUNT--RAM-B-231Z-U-Bolt-Base-1-25/dp/B0012TWRAO/ref=sr_1_1/280-4913084-6253711?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1389352745&sr=1-1&keywords=ram-mount)
On my XJR1300 in the rain the holder leaked a bit and the window streamed up a bit. Its better on the Fazer8 because of the fairing. When the sun is shining from behind its a bit difficult to se the screen. The 4.3" screen Garmin Nuvi lasted 4 hours on the battery. When I went to Romania I bought a new one with more EE maps on it. It has a 5" widescreen and the battery only lasts 1 1/2 hours. It also has a press button on/off switch which has managed to turn itself on in my tank bag when not in use. The older one has a sliding switch which is better. I've since bought a connector to wire it up to the battery but haven't fitted it yet.
I only use it when I take a wrong turning and get lost (so hardly ever), know there is a town to get around and to find a pre-booked hotel. Its very useful to find petrol stations/hotels etc in areas I don't know.
Mainly I use a laminated map in the tank bag map holder.
Post by: Exupnut on 10 January 2014, 11:45:07 am
I use a tom tom 920 go . Had it for years got a case for it and fittings for handle bar mounting . Use it every day as a despatch rider in London does the job for me
Aha!! Another despatch rider on here. A human satnav :-)
Post by: Arfa on 10 January 2014, 11:59:31 am
(http://www.sonsdecanela.com/partsforat/images/roadbook10.JPG)
http://www.sonsdecanela.com/partsforat/roadbook.html (http://www.sonsdecanela.com/partsforat/roadbook.html)
Doesn't cane off your data plan, no bother with bluetooth/headphones etc, no hassle touching screen with big gloves on, won't run out of battery power and not likely to be pinched when you park up at services. Sorted!
Post by: Frosties on 10 January 2014, 01:34:19 pm
I use this [url]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5-GPS-SAT-NAV-Waterproof-Leather-Case-Mount-Holder-Motorcycle-Motorbike-Cycle-/330807637586?pt=UK_CE_GPS_Accessories_Software_ET&hash=item4d05abf652[/url] ([url]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5-GPS-SAT-NAV-Waterproof-Leather-Case-Mount-Holder-Motorcycle-Motorbike-Cycle-/330807637586?pt=UK_CE_GPS_Accessories_Software_ET&hash=item4d05abf652[/url])
or something that looks very much like this. Works well, although larger sat navs can be a bit of a squeeze. No problems in the rain.
The motorbike specific sat navs are too expensive in my opinion.
Same here with a TomTom XL - works a treat!
Post by: madmondeoman on 10 January 2014, 02:40:30 pm
Buoght a garmin cable and it's hard wired into the battery now.
Post by: Skippernick on 10 January 2014, 05:02:14 pm
Perfect solution right here:-
([url]http://www.sonsdecanela.com/partsforat/images/roadbook10.JPG[/url])
[url]http://www.sonsdecanela.com/partsforat/roadbook.html[/url] ([url]http://www.sonsdecanela.com/partsforat/roadbook.html[/url])
Doesn't cane off your data plan, no bother with bluetooth/headphones etc, no hassle touching screen with big gloves on, won't run out of battery power and not likely to be pinched when you park up at services. Sorted!
Ah a real man like me, don't we feel a little bit smug! You forgot to add that it still works even if the yanks turned the GPS system off.
Post by: Gingernutz on 10 January 2014, 07:04:24 pm
Post by: rayburn600 on 10 January 2014, 07:44:10 pm
Brilliant bit of kit.
Updated 2013 maps with sd card under £40.
Blue tooth into helmet.
Done France with it no probs.
R
Post by: limax2 on 10 January 2014, 08:03:20 pm
This is the sun shield showing the two "L" brackets and backing plate made from thin aluminium sheet and pop riveted to the plastic shield.
Raw material for plastic shield was this
For anyone interested Fizzy Pies has shown detials of his SatNav mounting above the clocks in his "my bike" post in the 600 section, including drawings of the brackets etc. for a boxeye.
Post by: unfazed on 10 January 2014, 08:32:48 pm
Perfect solution right here:-
([url]http://www.sonsdecanela.com/partsforat/images/roadbook10.JPG[/url])
[url]http://www.sonsdecanela.com/partsforat/roadbook.html[/url] ([url]http://www.sonsdecanela.com/partsforat/roadbook.html[/url])
Doesn't cane off your data plan, no bother with bluetooth/headphones etc, no hassle touching screen with big gloves on, won't run out of battery power and not likely to be pinched when you park up at services. Sorted!
Ah a real man like me, don't we feel a little bit smug! You forgot to add that it still works even if the yanks turned the GPS system off.
:thumbup :thumbup :thumbup
Post by: midden on 10 January 2014, 08:54:52 pm
I use a bike console with my android phone it's hard plastic and still gives touch screen ability.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Samsung-Galaxy-S2-motorcycle-motorbike-console-handlebar-mount-case-waterproof-/330683854540?pt=UK_Holders_Mounts&hash=item4cfe4b2ecc (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Samsung-Galaxy-S2-motorcycle-motorbike-console-handlebar-mount-case-waterproof-/330683854540?pt=UK_Holders_Mounts&hash=item4cfe4b2ecc)