In-Car GPS Systems

webbyc · 10-May-2005, 09:40

As I seem to be doing a lot more driving now and getting fedup trying to juggle maps and multimap whilst driving, I'm considering getting one of these in-car systems like Tom Tom or Navman. Anyone got any advice or experience with these types of products?

Rob B · 10-May-2005, 09:41

I use a Garmin 2610, weather prof so swaps to the bike in 2 minutes. Brilliant.

Rgds, Rob

Scottch · 10-May-2005, 10:05

We've got an HP Ipaq with TomTom navigator 3, with a bluetooth GPS receiver.

Very impressed with it too. I especially like being able to sync with my PC, use it for e-mail etc.. and being able to download speed camera locations and have it warn me if I'm going to pass one.

Not sure about being able to put it on the bike though.

HTH

Cheers!

Carbon749 · 10-May-2005, 10:12

I'm just looking at buying a system myself. I've read and heard very good things about Tom Tom Go 300, approx £340 on the net.

The latest version has the speed camera locations in it's memory and can give warnings as you approach the sites. The software can be updated with new points of interest and speed camera locations etc.

[Edited on 10-5-2005 by Carbon749]

Desmondo · 10-May-2005, 10:27

TomTom is really the only sensible option IMO

Either go the PDA route or if you just want the standalone unit then TomTomGo is great.

Just for info, they're also making a TomTom Rider unit which is designed for bikes and fully waterproof, etc.

webbyc · 10-May-2005, 10:45

Cheers guys like the sound of the HP route and will go an nose around PC World. Like the idea of being able to do more than just directions.

bradders · 10-May-2005, 11:18

webby - AA are launching one with a pda and nav combined, search for AANavigator and you migjt find ir or look thru AA.com not totally sure where it is on the website tho

bradders · 10-May-2005, 11:19

http://www.aanavigator.com

there u go....

Desmondo · 10-May-2005, 11:21

Also take a look here for plenty of info and reviews. http://www.pocketgpsworld.com/

TP · 10-May-2005, 12:11

You can do it on my phone as well. Chris, if you have a phone like the Orange SPV C500. You get the bluetooth GPS receiver and the Tom Tom software and Roberts your mothers brother.

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10-May-2005, 09:41	#2
Rob B Registered Forum User Ducati Meccanica Posts: 2,263 Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Wimbourne, Dorset Mood: I'm so happyyyyyyyyyyyy I use a Garmin 2610, weather prof so swaps to the bike in 2 minutes. Brilliant. Rgds, Rob Reply

10-May-2005, 10:27	#5
Desmondo Registered Forum User Big Twin Posts: 1,698 Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Braintree, Essex. Mood: :devil: TomTom is really the only sensible option IMO Either go the PDA route or if you just want the standalone unit then TomTomGo is great. Just for info, they're also making a TomTom Rider unit which is designed for bikes and fully waterproof, etc. Reply

10-May-2005, 10:45	#6
webbyc Registered Forum User Ducati Corse Posts: 3,087 Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Ashtead, Surrey Mood: www.suzukisportingclub.com the only place to be Cheers guys like the sound of the HP route and will go an nose around PC World. Like the idea of being able to do more than just directions. Reply

10-May-2005, 11:18	#7
bradders Registered Forum User MotoGP God Bikes: 848, M620 DD bike Posts: 11,913 Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Hants Mood: waiting... webby - AA are launching one with a pda and nav combined, search for AANavigator and you migjt find ir or look thru AA.com not totally sure where it is on the website tho Reply

10-May-2005, 11:19	#8
bradders Registered Forum User MotoGP God Bikes: 848, M620 DD bike Posts: 11,913 Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Hants Mood: waiting... http://www.aanavigator.com there u go.... Reply

10-May-2005, 11:21	#9
Desmondo Registered Forum User Big Twin Posts: 1,698 Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Braintree, Essex. Mood: :devil: Also take a look here for plenty of info and reviews. http://www.pocketgpsworld.com/ Reply

10-May-2005, 12:11	#10
TP Registered Forum User MotoGP God Posts: 15,644 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Swansea Mood: 749 racebike MGP You can do it on my phone as well. Chris, if you have a phone like the Orange SPV C500. You get the bluetooth GPS receiver and the Tom Tom software and Roberts your mothers brother. Reply