GPS devices - Universal Thread

[Traveller01]

Re: GPS devices - Universal Thread

I have these installed on my bike for nearly one year. It never failed me. As for navigation, I simply use google map on my Lenovo A600 which takes me wherever I want to go even sometimes where there is no carrier network available.

Great job, please elaborate on installation & it would be nice if you could post a link from where you got the holder. How is the performance on rough roads/speed breakers.

[thunderRider]

Re: GPS devices - Universal Thread

Guys,

just an update that i would like to share.

i had been trying out various offline maps on my mobile [asus zenfone 5] and the only one that i really like was OsmAnd

it has highly detailed community driven maps and are regularly updated. the maps are divided statewise for added detail along with a basemap for India.

both the free and paid version have the same maps. but the free version is limited to ~10 total downloads which means that you can download content 10 times in all.

the best part is that because its community driven, updates to roads, POIs and any landmarks come within a very short period of time. the paid app is ~Rs. 350 and is a one time payment on the appstore.

Do try it out if you can.

[Mir]

Re: GPS devices - Universal Thread

You can search in any online site like Ebay or Amazon for FLY GPS/Mobile holder. U may not get the exact model or the company but any similar will do. Installation is pretty easy. Just one drawback is that the Iron Strip through which the RVM will be attached got a very small hole. So u need to drill the hole a bit wider then install it in the RVM screw. Rest installation is illustrated in the box of the holder.
The holder looks very cheap and fragile but it is actually very strong. I rode through the worst roads possible and even got bumped by another bike from behind but the mobile never came off the holder.

Great job, please elaborate on installation & it would be nice if you could post a link from where you got the holder. How is the performance on rough roads/speed breakers.

[Subhratim]

Navigation System

Hi Folks,

I haven't searched much of the threads, but it would be really helpful if anyone can direct me to any information regarding GPS based navigation system to be used for motorcycles.

Some of the specifications I am looking for:
1. Hands free control preferably through Bluetooth speaker
2. Robust built for various terrains
3. Can be switched to listen songs

Also, any knowledge on how a navigation system should work properly or what features should I look into , before buying one would be really helpful. Since I am newbie to this any system with a model number would really help me dig deep for specifications.

Cheers!