GPS - What to use?

[Ygransom]

Tis problematic seeing GPS in the daylight . . . period!
It's why I am ordering a new Zumo compatible with my Sena SMH10 for sound.

That was main reason to upgrade from the Nuvi to a Zumo - the BT to intercom. That ensures you are advised of turns but it is nice to be able to see the route data for POI or distance to next stop. I tried a hood (don't remember brand) and didn't find it that effective.

 

[G B]

Tis problematic seeing GPS in the daylight . . . period!
It's why I am ordering a new Zumo compatible with my Sena SMH10 for sound.

Awesome - I have ben tinkering with the idea of the Sena also............................

 

[cr0ft]

iPhone + Lifeproof.com case to get it IP68-rated + RAM mount (x-grip) and then the Tomtom GPS app. iPhone works pretty well since it's an LCD, not AMOLED, the AMOLED's that many Androids use really really suck in sunlight.

Bluetooth sound obviously works perfectly, and you can play music while riding in the background; if the GPS needs to issue instructions, it lowers the music volume automatically so you can hear it clearly. Been using it for years now in cars and on the bike and to date it has worked perfectly. Plus, no extra box to haul, just the phone which is nice and secure there, and when you get there the phone is fully charged (also have an outlet on the handlebars).

I'm sure the bike-specific GPS:es work very well, but they're priced outrageously and it's just an extra box to haul. The Tomtom GPS app is at least as good as a standalone GPS, and you always have it in your pocket.

 

[1olbull]

iPhone + Lifeproof.com case to get it IP68-rated + RAM mount (x-grip) and then the Tomtom GPS app. iPhone works pretty well since it's an LCD, not AMOLED, the AMOLED's that many Androids use really really suck in sunlight.

Bluetooth sound obviously works perfectly, and you can play music while riding in the background; if the GPS needs to issue instructions, it lowers the music volume automatically so you can hear it clearly. Been using it for years now in cars and on the bike and to date it has worked perfectly. Plus, no extra box to haul, just the phone which is nice and secure there, and when you get there the phone is fully charged (also have an outlet on the handlebars).
I'm sure the bike-specific GPS:es work very well, but they're priced outrageously and it's just an extra box to haul. The Tomtom GPS app is at least as good as a standalone GPS, and you always have it in your pocket.

When you spew your liberal foreigner political anti - USA agenda $hit, I call you on it (several Mickeys given).
So, to be fair and consistent, when you do speak motorcycle and do come up with a good idea, I must compliment you.
I researched this "Lifeproof" cell case and it appears to be an awesome design with excellent mounting options!
So good that I am ordering one for my Samsung Galaxy S5 to replace my (formerly #1) Otter Box.

For those that are interested in what the IP68 rating means:
IP68 Test involves testing an enclosure for the following solid particle protection and liquid ingress protection:

Solid Particle Protection:

Object size protected against: Dust proof

Effective against: No ingress of dust; complete protection against contact (dust tight).

Liquid Ingress Protection:

Protected Against: Immersion beyond 1 meter

Testing For: The equipment is suitable for continuous immersion in water under conditions which shall be specified by the manufacturer. However, with certain types of equipment, it can mean that water can enter but only in such a manner that it produces no harmful effects.

An enclosure that can meet the preceding two requirements is IP68 Testing compliant.

Thanks for the tip!

 

[cr0ft]

Yep, biggest drawback of the case is that it's only available for a select few phones - all Apple models and a couple of the biggest selling Samsungs. The Android phone market is too fragmented to create super-form-fitting cases for all of them, I guess, it takes them a month or two to get a case out for each new generation of phone. It's also shock absorbent, you really need to get unlucky if you drop it and it breaks - dropping it screen down on pointy rock would do it, I guess, but not much else.

Oh, another drawback I guess is that it's priced moderately high.

Random dude on Youtube drop testing a Lifeproof Nuud

 

[breeze]

I pull over and stare at maps. :-(

still looking for that little arrow that says you are here?

 

[R3Tex]

When you spew your liberal foreigner political anti - USA agenda $hit, I call you on it (several Mickeys given).
So, to be fair and consistent, when you do speak motorcycle and do come up with a good idea, I must compliment you.
I researched this "Lifeproof" cell case and it appears to be an awesome design with excellent mounting options!
So good that I am ordering one for my Samsung Galaxy S5 to replace my (formerly #1) Otter Box.

For those that are interested in what the IP68 rating means:
IP68 Test involves testing an enclosure for the following solid particle protection and liquid ingress protection:

Solid Particle Protection:

Object size protected against: Dust proof

Effective against: No ingress of dust; complete protection against contact (dust tight).

Liquid Ingress Protection:

Protected Against: Immersion beyond 1 meter

Testing For: The equipment is suitable for continuous immersion in water under conditions which shall be specified by the manufacturer. However, with certain types of equipment, it can mean that water can enter but only in such a manner that it produces no harmful effects.

An enclosure that can meet the preceding two requirements is IP68 Testing compliant.

Thanks for the tip!

Bull...unless you have a different S5 than I do your phone is already waterproof

 

[Lostride]

I use a Garmin Nuvi everyday and I can almost always see it and I live in a very sunny part of the world. It helps if the angle is set right. I have it mounted on the bars using a Ram Mount and wired up so it powers on/off with ignition. It is about 5 years old and has developed a few lines across the screen but I can read it ok. It has Bluetooth but won't hook up to my Interphone 5MC. It works with leather gloves.



You can "roll your own" using Android pretty cheaply these days if you are so inclined. Just a random sample of bits and pieces, just as a demo.

http://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/p/lenovo-tab-2-a7-10-7-tablet-sylena7tab
https://www.ja-gps.com.au/RAM-Mounts/Tablet-iPad-Mounts
http://navigatorfree.mapfactor.com/en/
http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/au/s...uOARoGIv0R_yt598tmKm7xoCIrXw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

 

[Lou]

I use a Garmin Nuvi everyday and I can almost always see it and I live in a very sunny part of the world. It helps if the angle is set right. I have it mounted on the bars using a Ram Mount and wired up so it powers on/off with ignition. It is about 5 years old and has developed a few lines across the screen but I can read it ok. It has Bluetooth but won't hook up to my Interphone 5MC. It works with leather gloves.



You can "roll your own" using Android pretty cheaply these days if you are so inclined. Just a random sample of bits and pieces, just as a demo.

http://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/p/lenovo-tab-2-a7-10-7-tablet-sylena7tab
https://www.ja-gps.com.au/RAM-Mounts/Tablet-iPad-Mounts
http://navigatorfree.mapfactor.com/en/
http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/au/s...uOARoGIv0R_yt598tmKm7xoCIrXw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

 

[Lou]

I took a 300 mi AL/Tenn ride yesterday. My Tom Tom Rider paired via BT to my nuclear intercom worked great. I especially like the with winding roads feature, it gets you where you wanna go but avoids boring roads when possible.