Motorcycle-Journal Forums  

Go Back   Motorcycle-Journal Forums > From the Land of the Rising Sun > Suzuki > Marauder M50 Secret Hideaway
Motorcycle Journal       Suzuki Bikes       Honda Bikes       Yamaha Bikes

Marauder M50 Secret Hideaway It's for Marauder M50 owners!


Welcome to the Motorcycle-Journal Forums forums.

You are currently viewing our boards as a guest which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. By joining our free community you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. Registration is fast, simple and absolutely free so please, join our community today!

If you have any problems with the registration process or your account login, please contact contact us.
Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools
Old 05-28-2007, 06:07 PM   #1 (permalink)
Seat Tester
 
kilthro's Avatar
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Bike: 2007 M50 Limited
Posts: 99
Default Garmin Zumo 550 installed

For Christmas I was looking for a GPS that I could use in my truck and also on my bike. I wanted one that had good reviews, lots of features, and that had everything in the box for both my truck and bike. After some extensive searching, I came across the Garmin Zumo 550. You can read up on the features at https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?cID=135&pID=414
Since it was winter, I only got to use it in my truck. I have used it on many trips since I travel with work and it is excellent. I never leave home without it.

I just now got around with installing the mount on my bike for it which came in the package. The total install was less than 30 minutes. Running the power wire under the tank took the longest.
I have been able to take it on a few short rides 30 min - hour any where from 40-60 miles. It is extremely accurate as it was in my truck. It also showed me how inaccurate the Speedo is on the bike. Up to 45 miles per hour, it matched the Speedo. After that it starts to get off and the Speedo shows anywhere from 6-10 miles per hour faster than you are going. Overall, I enjoy having this as when I took some new routes home, I could see how the road would be up ahead as they were very windy roads. . I know that the next thing you are asking is where are the pics. I have two sets. One just the mount and one with the GPS in the mount. If you have any questions on it, let me know.

Attached Thumbnails
garmin-zumo-550-installed-dsc01320.jpg  garmin-zumo-550-installed-dsc01325.jpg  garmin-zumo-550-installed-dsc01326.jpg  garmin-zumo-550-installed-dsc01327.jpg  
kilthro is offline   Reply With Quote
Sponsored Links
Suzuki Motorcycle Info  Honda Motorcycle Pictures  Kawasaki Motorcycle Resource  Yamaha Motorcycle
Old 05-28-2007, 06:10 PM   #2 (permalink)
Seat Tester
 
kilthro's Avatar
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Bike: 2007 M50 Limited
Posts: 99
Default

Here are the pics of just the mount without the GPS in it.
Attached Thumbnails
garmin-zumo-550-installed-dsc01305.jpg  garmin-zumo-550-installed-dsc01302.jpg  garmin-zumo-550-installed-dsc01303.jpg  garmin-zumo-550-installed-dsc01297.jpg  
kilthro is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-28-2007, 06:20 PM   #3 (permalink)
In Training
 
AJE777's Avatar
 
Joined: Oct 2006
Bike: 2008 Fat Bob
Location: Oxnard, California
Posts: 120
Default

I like the idea of using gps for long rides. Can you load custom routes into yours? Also how is the sceen in bright midday sunlight?
AJE777 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-28-2007, 06:22 PM   #4 (permalink)
M-J.Com Master Poster
 
robertc729's Avatar
 
Joined: Mar 2006
Bike: 05 Boulevard C50 LE, 06 S40 (wife's bike)
Location: Lexington, KY
Posts: 3,963
Send a message via Yahoo to robertc729
Default

Nice
robertc729 is online now   Reply With Quote
Old 05-28-2007, 06:27 PM   #5 (permalink)
Wants Better Weather
 
peter-reebok's Avatar
 
Joined: Oct 2006
Bike: was Suzuki M50 - Now M109
Location: Melbourne Australia
Posts: 672
Default

Does it have a logging function?

I use a PDA with Navman sotware in it at present. PDA sits in my pocket, and talks via bluetooth to the receiver on my bars. Sound comes from an earpiece.

I go on rides around parts of Australia, and would like to log the better routes (more fun ones). Would be handy to upload these onto a website for others to enjoy. Fuel locations are pretty handy here, as there are still parts of Oz where fuel stops are 400k+ apart. You can make plans if you know where they are!
peter-reebok is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-28-2007, 06:35 PM   #6 (permalink)
Seat Tester
 
kilthro's Avatar
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Bike: 2007 M50 Limited
Posts: 99
Default

The screen is excellent. It was as bright as it can get today(The sun that is) when I was out and I could see it fine. I only had the brightness on the screen at 50%. That is why I mounted as close to the speedo as I could. It was a very good location while driving and wasn't in my way. I have a Bluetooth earpiece (Motorola hs 830) that I use to hear the directions as this has not external speaker. This makes it water proof. A must have on a bike. I could also use it to route the phone through as well but I disabled that as I don't want to be talking as I am riding. I could use the earpiece as a two way radio if I pair it up with another HS830. I can load custom routes via the GPS itself or through the mapsource program that also comes free with this one. I can do custom routes on the program and them upload them to the GPS. I have done this a few times when traveling to New Castle Delaware. Both ways on making custom routes does great. To day I had it in route trace and allowed it to trace my route and when I got home, I uploaded the route and saved it.
Even though our bikes have a fuel gauge this GPS has one as well and today it popped up an alert that my fuel was low and when you tap the button it automatically brings up the closest gas stations to you. This way you can route to it to fuel up. Very nice especially on long rides.


Last edited by kilthro; 05-28-2007 at 06:38 PM.
kilthro is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-28-2007, 07:07 PM   #7 (permalink)
Sprocket Pilot
 
ranger04's Avatar
 
Joined: Oct 2006
Bike: 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M50B
Location: ohio
Posts: 826
Send a message via AIM to ranger04
Default

sounds great, i may eventually look into getting something similar, see what happens down the road
ranger04 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-28-2007, 08:32 PM   #8 (permalink)
M-J.Com Master Poster
 
Rockhead's Avatar
 
Joined: Jan 2006
Bike: M50
Location: 1060 West Addison, Chicago
Posts: 3,758
Send a message via AIM to Rockhead
Default

Damn does it tell you to shake after a piss.

That unit looks nice
__________________
Go Cubs!!!
Rockhead is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-28-2007, 08:35 PM   #9 (permalink)
M-J.Com Master Poster
 
robertc729's Avatar
 
Joined: Mar 2006
Bike: 05 Boulevard C50 LE, 06 S40 (wife's bike)
Location: Lexington, KY
Posts: 3,963
Send a message via Yahoo to robertc729
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Rockhead View Post
Damn does it tell you to shake after a piss.

That unit looks nice
robertc729 is online now   Reply With Quote
Old 05-29-2007, 01:49 AM   #10 (permalink)
Wants Better Weather
 
peter-reebok's Avatar
 
Joined: Oct 2006
Bike: was Suzuki M50 - Now M109
Location: Melbourne Australia
Posts: 672
Default

so, cost?
peter-reebok is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-29-2007, 07:24 AM   #11 (permalink)
Seat Tester
 
kilthro's Avatar
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Bike: 2007 M50 Limited
Posts: 99
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by peter-reebok View Post
so, cost?
The unit lists around 1,000 US from retailers or direct.
I bought mine off of NewEgg.com for $749 US and free 3 day shipping. This was the begining of December when I got this one.

It looks like the have two listings on newegg.com one for 699 and one for 999 US. 699 is not bad for everything that this offers.
kilthro is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-29-2007, 07:27 AM   #12 (permalink)
Seat Tester
 
kilthro's Avatar
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Bike: 2007 M50 Limited
Posts: 99
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Rockhead View Post
Damn does it tell you to shake after a piss.

That unit looks nice
Yes and it analyses your piss to tell you how your health is.

kilthro is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-29-2007, 08:25 PM   #13 (permalink)
U.B's LoveChild
 
digitalbroccoli's Avatar
 
Joined: Jan 2007
Bike: 06 M50 in Bluuuuuuuuue
Location: Sodus, NY
Posts: 1,035
Default

tomtom one. $250. Modified for barmount/hotwire. $15.00.

I love the Zumo, but not for three times the cost.
__________________
digitalbroccoli is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-25-2007, 06:01 AM   #14 (permalink)
Newbie
 
MrChicken's Avatar
 
Joined: Oct 2006
Bike: 2007 Suzuki M50
Location: Sydney, Australia
Posts: 21
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by peter-reebok View Post
so, cost?
Pete,

I have the Zumo 550 on my M50 and it was about $A1,500. I think it's the pick of the GPS' on the market in Oz, though obviously pretty pricey. You can log and map your trips on a pc and then upload them. You can also download Points of Interest from the Garmin web site which alert you to school zones, red lights cameras, etc. Also MP3 and Bluetooth. Very cool little unit.

Geoff
MrChicken is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-25-2007, 07:20 AM   #15 (permalink)
In Training
 
shmedly's Avatar
 
Joined: May 2007
Bike: HD Electra Glide Classic, Suzuki Boulevard M50
Location: In a box in Connecticut
Posts: 121
Default

It's cool but so much of my recreational bike time I am trying to get lost.

Has it taken a major wetting yet? How do you think it will do in cold or wet weather when exposed to high winds?
__________________
Loud pipes sound cool!

2003 HD Electra Glide Classic 100th Anniversary Edition
shmedly is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-26-2007, 03:06 PM   #16 (permalink)
Found second gear by accident
 
BlueMax's Avatar
 
Joined: Apr 2006
Bike: 2006 Blue M50
Location: Northeast Houston
Posts: 313
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by shmedly View Post
It's cool but so much of my recreational bike time I am trying to get lost.

Has it taken a major wetting yet? How do you think it will do in cold or wet weather when exposed to high winds?
Good questions. I would like to know if there is a GPS designed for motorcycles, that can take all the weather and be bright enough to see in bright sun light.
__________________
Good luck and safe riding,
BlueMax
BlueMax is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-26-2007, 09:29 PM   #17 (permalink)
Seat Tester
 
kilthro's Avatar
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Bike: 2007 M50 Limited
Posts: 99
Default

That is why this was created. It is plenty bright and easily seen on a bright day. I haven't even put the brightness on 100% yet. I have kept it at 50% and I have had no problems.
I haven't used it in a down pour yet but have had it in rain showers and no problems.
It is rated at IPX7 water proof.
An IPX7 designation means the GPS case can withstand accidental immersion in one meter of water for up to 30 minutes. An IPX8 designation is for continuous underwater use.
__________________
Mods
Vance and Hines Cruisers
Heated Grips
Carbon fiber on Neck Cover
Debadged (well all Suzuki and model Emblems) – Tank never had any since mine was the limited.
Garmin Zumo 550
Jonhskits Forward Controls.
...More to come......
kilthro is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-27-2007, 12:31 AM   #18 (permalink)
Newbie
 
MrChicken's Avatar
 
Joined: Oct 2006
Bike: 2007 Suzuki M50
Location: Sydney, Australia
Posts: 21
Default

Yep, the Zumo is designed for bikes. Even the maps display a motorcycle rather than a car. The touch screen is usable with gloves, though it's a little tricky to work the GPS and ride at the same time. Brightness & clarity are excellent. Waterproofing is first rate and when the unit is not in its cradle, there's a cap that slips over the electronics to keep them nice and dry. I've just bought a Bluetooth headset, so it will be very cool to have the audio on-line. It's still fine without it, though. One thing to note is that it needs to be wired into your bike's electrics, as the internal battery is only good for about 4 hours. Wiring is supplied with the GPS.

Another strong selling point for me was that I can slip it into the supplied car mount which has it's own speakers, and the missus is then good to go in her car.


Last edited by MrChicken; 06-27-2007 at 12:39 AM.
MrChicken is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-27-2007, 07:39 AM   #19 (permalink)
Bridal Boutique Manager
 
Apertureguy's Avatar
 
Joined: Jun 2006
Bike: 2006 Blue M50
Location: New York
Posts: 3,071
Send a message via Yahoo to Apertureguy
Default

I've recently gotten a GPS for the cage (it was on sale). What a wonderful thing to have.

So I looked into them for the bikes too....and the Zumo 550 looks like the supreme leader...but the cheapest I can see at the local retailers is $999.00.

Guess I will have to wait a few years for the price to go down. Or look for an on-line price...but still...that is one pricey little toy.
Apertureguy is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-28-2007, 04:52 PM   #20 (permalink)
Third gear and cruising
 
DaveAlvarado's Avatar
 
Joined: Jun 2007
Location: Ft. Worth, TX
Posts: 548
Default

Amazon.com has them for about $730. Still not cheap, but better than a grand.
__________________
Current Mods/Accessories: OEM short sissy bar, MC Enterprises engine guard, Mustang Vintage Wide Touring seat, Kuryakyn Dually Iso highway pegs + Longhorn mounts, Highway Hawk floorboards, Tsukayu Corner hard bags
DaveAlvarado is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 
Thread Tools

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
RAM Mount/Zumo 550 for SV650S Bigskynyc SV Doesn't Mean Silicon Valley 9 04-25-2007 04:34 PM
Garmin C-series handlebar mount? Ext1jdh Getting There and Back: GPS & Electronics 6 04-17-2007 03:17 PM
Installed TFI J.Sam Marauder M50 Secret Hideaway 4 03-11-2006 06:46 PM
Garmin 2610 good? bad? buckaroobonzai Cruisers 2 01-24-2006 03:11 PM


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:29 PM.
Blackbird Forums


Copyright 2008, Suzuki-Bikes.com
Motorcycle-Journal Forums

SEO by vBSEO ©2008, Crawlability, Inc.