GPS what and where to buy? - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

smikail · 10-07-2007, 09:27 PM

I knew this thread is not directly related to motorcycles, but considering that I ride most of the in the back roads where there is not a lot of road signs, I would like the buy a GPS.

That online stores you had good experience with and what GPS you recommend.

Thanks

Smikail

DrBob · 10-07-2007, 09:53 PM

I have a TomTom Rider I use occationally, and I love it. It is motorcycle-specific (waterproof and vibration proof), it is simple to use and understand, the display is large and easy to read, it is easy to use even with gloves on, and the support is first class. I got it at Fry's Electronics (one of the regional big box stores) for about $100 cheaper than the best online price I could find.

aliefj96 · 10-08-2007, 12:48 AM

I haven't been to a Fry's in years, and not that I mind, but aren't all the gadgets they sell refurbished?

Ext1jdh · 10-08-2007, 07:49 AM

Nope. They do sell some refurb items, but most of their stock is new.

I've got a Garmin StreetPilot C330. I love it.

wildwolf · 10-08-2007, 03:40 PM

I just picked up a Garmin Zumo 550 from http://www.pcnation.com for $627.15. They'll ship free via Fed-Ex 3 day...but DHL overnight was only $11.45...so I figured what the heck. Like the TomTom Riders, it was designed for motorcycle use, vibration and water resistant, and easy to use with gloves. It includes car mount, RAM mount, latest version of Mapsource dvd and has a few more features over the TomTom that appealed to me. Some don't care about those features. I did.

For those that don't, there are even cheaper models (such as the Garmin 26xx, 27xx, and 28xx units for about $200-300 that are also waterproof...but you gotta buy the bike mount separate).

**drgibson** · 10-08-2007, 06:06 PM

I got a Tom Tom 510 from Car Toys for $247. They sell them on line but they are refurbished and more expensive. I just happened to go to the store and asked if they had one and the did but they don't keep them out on display. It does more then I need it to do.

10-07-2007, 09:27 PM	#1 (permalink)
smikail Where Am I ? Joined: Aug 2006 Bike: 2006 Suzuki Boulevard S50 Location: North Posts: 33	GPS what and where to buy? I knew this thread is not directly related to motorcycles, but considering that I ride most of the in the back roads where there is not a lot of road signs, I would like the buy a GPS. That online stores you had good experience with and what GPS you recommend. Thanks Smikail __________________ Money come and go, Friends stay forever.

10-07-2007, 09:53 PM	#2 (permalink)
DrBob In The Zone Joined: May 2004 Bike: several Location: Decatur, GA Posts: 2,562	I have a TomTom Rider I use occationally, and I love it. It is motorcycle-specific (waterproof and vibration proof), it is simple to use and understand, the display is large and easy to read, it is easy to use even with gloves on, and the support is first class. I got it at Fry's Electronics (one of the regional big box stores) for about $100 cheaper than the best online price I could find. __________________ Dream like you'll live forever, live like you'll die tomorrow. You MUST obey the pug dog!

10-08-2007, 07:49 AM	#4 (permalink)
Ext1jdh Just Won't Go Away ! Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Sold Location: Westmont, IL, US Posts: 5,174	Nope. They do sell some refurb items, but most of their stock is new. I've got a Garmin StreetPilot C330. I love it. __________________ I'm spending an extended period away from the board. If you need to contact me, use the PM.

10-08-2007, 03:40 PM	#5 (permalink)
wildwolf Wants Better Weather Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: 1999 vs800 intruder, wife has a 1994 vs800 Location: Meridianville, AL Posts: 661	I just picked up a Garmin Zumo 550 from http://www.pcnation.com for $627.15. They'll ship free via Fed-Ex 3 day...but DHL overnight was only $11.45...so I figured what the heck. Like the TomTom Riders, it was designed for motorcycle use, vibration and water resistant, and easy to use with gloves. It includes car mount, RAM mount, latest version of Mapsource dvd and has a few more features over the TomTom that appealed to me. Some don't care about those features. I did. For those that don't, there are even cheaper models (such as the Garmin 26xx, 27xx, and 28xx units for about $200-300 that are also waterproof...but you gotta buy the bike mount separate). __________________

10-08-2007, 06:06 PM	#6 (permalink)
drgibson Thumper Mod Joined: Jul 2005 Bike: 2008 Kawasaki KLR 650 Location: Dallas, Texas Directly above the center of the earth. Posts: 10,295	I got a Tom Tom 510 from Car Toys for $247. They sell them on line but they are refurbished and more expensive. I just happened to go to the store and asked if they had one and the did but they don't keep them out on display. It does more then I need it to do. __________________ Looking for better fuel economy? Consider a KLR... Better gas milage then a Prius or a Smart car, and it won't cost you an arm and a leg and your testosterone.

10-08-2007, 12:48 AM	#3 (permalink)
aliefj96 Seat Tester Joined: Apr 2007 Bike: Black M50 Location: Originally from Houston, TX, but now in the Redneck Riviera, FL Posts: 60	I haven't been to a Fry's in years, and not that I mind, but aren't all the gadgets they sell refurbished?

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