Some things work well; some don't. Baker Air wings- great. Wig-Wag brake light flasher- great. LED bulbs in back for greater brightness- great. Sumshade for NAV screen- great. McGuyver bellypan- thankfully u tested so far but Inhave faith! However, the factory installed unit is garbage. I've never seen a worse GPS- even cheapi $100 car units are better than this. Coming down Rt 95 and looking for 495? Don't bother looking at the GPS 'cause it doesn't want to label other roads. Warch the highway signs. Oh, now you're on 495- lots of "495" labels when uou don't need them. Sunscribe to weather from Sirius XM? Don't think you're foing to see approaching rain- unless you stop! I can see not letting you program the GPS while moving for safety, but if you look at a route list or depiction onscreen you can just as safely look for a green blob and mahbe avoid it, or be suited up in raingear. I hate this GPS, and it cost me a lot of $. It also took me a while to realize that most units ask do ydou want "highway" or "scenic"? This one says "avoid" then asks you if you want fastest time or shortest distance. Who is the idiot who thought that up? Next trip I'm bringing my $130 car unit which is easier to use and works better than this one. Does anyone on the forum like their unit and find it useful? Thanks for listening, but it has added frustration toman othehreise nice trip
X
-
I like the factory GPS myself. I like that it is integrated with the OEM audio and I don't have to have another gadget hanging off of the handlebars.
I guess if I were one that wanted to meticulously plan every step of my route in great detail, the OEM navigation would not cut it, but I only need it to get me from point A to point B, and it has always done that for me without fail.
I almost forgot, the weather function worked fine for me, but XM's pricing games led me to dump the service. Now I just use US NEXRAD or Hi-Def Radar apps on my iPhone.
- Quote
-
The 2012 model is much better than the 2007, but still far from what it should be. At least this one is "usable", I never turned my 2007 one on.GOLDWING AND F6B MAINTENANCE VIDEOS
Save $1000 a year in labor by doing your own maintenance!
Website | YouTube | 2001-2017 Videos | 2018+ Videos
- Quote
Comment: (For off-topic replies)
-
I hate the GPS on my 2012. I have a Garmin Zumo 550 & 665 with lifetime map updates. I made one trip with the built in GPS, then ordered a mount and set it up to use the 665 on the Goldwing. I only use the built in GPS for a rolling map when I'm going somewhere that I already know where I'm going. I like to be able to make changes to a route while moving and easier additions of routes and waypoints.Mike Harrison
'12 Blue GL1800 level 3
'06 Moto Guzzi Breva 1100
- Quote
Comment: (For off-topic replies)
-
I do not like my GPS on my 2010 its just a real irritating to use takes a lot time to set up for the money i got robbed. I think i used it three times just a pain in the butt, i use my iPhone much easier at lease for me.2018 DCT non tour, Pearl Stallion Brown, Double Darksider #856, Live To Ride, Love my Wing, IBA Member# 63744 Yellowbird Alias Coppertone
- Quote
Comment: (For off-topic replies)
-
I used to take my 2720 and use it instead of the wings on my 12. Recently I have stopped as the honda programs the same as the 2720 and I just don't see the need for two. The only thing that bugs me is when I forget to turn it on and I have to stop to get it going. I wish it was more flexible in that regard.
- Quote
Comment: (For off-topic replies)
-
Originally posted by jmohme View PostI like the factory GPS myself. I like that it is integrated with the OEM audio and I don't have to have another gadget hanging off of the handlebars.
I guess if I were one that wanted to meticulously plan every step of my route in great detail, the OEM navigation would not cut it, but I only need it to get me from point A to point B, and it has always done that for me without fail.
I almost forgot, the weather function worked fine for me, but XM's pricing games led me to dump the service. Now I just use US NEXRAD or Hi-Def Radar apps on my iPhone.2007 Crucible Orange Metallic
2009 Kawasaki Red Concours 14
AMA Life Member 0672853
IBA Member 8846 Premier
NRA Life Member
- Quote
Comment: (For off-topic replies)
-
I married the best GPS in the whole wide world, she tells me where to go on the bike, the car, the truck, when I ask for some tea, supper, lovin etc etc. She knows where to send me every single time!!!!!!"""""""Darksider #10 It's been said by many people, that I am still only 16 years old inside my head!! LOL!!
I have never thrown a leg over any make or model of motorcycle and had nothing but a good time!!"""""""
- Quote
Comment: (For off-topic replies)
-
Rick I second that, have an excellent one also. And besides if she does make a mistake in routing (only) she apologizes instead of telling me she's recalculating.
JohnBlack 2008 Goldwing Level 4
Northern Kentucky
- Quote
Comment: (For off-topic replies)
-
Originally posted by JohnK105 View PostRick I second that, have an excellent one also. And besides if she does make a mistake in routing (only) she apologizes instead of telling me she's recalculating.
John2012 Honda Goldwing | 2009 Timeout Camper
Patriot Guard Rider since 2007 | IBA member #59823
- Quote
Comment: (For off-topic replies)
-
Originally posted by hparsons View PostFor grins, I reprogrammed my Zumo so that, instead of "recalculating", it said "That's not the way I told you to go". I thought my wife was going to fall of the bike the first time she heard it.
- Quote
Comment: (For off-topic replies)
-
Originally posted by Gold Winger View PostToo funny! How were you able to do that?
TTSVoiceEditor2012 Honda Goldwing | 2009 Timeout Camper
Patriot Guard Rider since 2007 | IBA member #59823
- Quote
Comment: (For off-topic replies)
-
Originally posted by Rick Mays View PostI married the best GPS in the whole wide world, she tells me where to go on the bike, the car, the truck, when I ask for some tea, supper, lovin etc etc. She knows where to send me every single time!!!!!!Member of the Hann-Amigo Trio
Member of the Stone Pony's
- Quote
Comment: (For off-topic replies)
-
Originally posted by hparsons View Post
When I did it originally, there was a particular file I had to hunt down on the device, and modify; however, now there's a tool you can download that makes it much easier (and includes instructions)
TTSVoiceEditor
- Quote
Comment: (For off-topic replies)
-
The NAV has never failed me as a compass! Actually, it has served me well on the routes I take. I have a 2008 that has never been updated and I don't seem to have any problems with "new" roads. On the rare occasion that the NAV and I are both confused, I just plug in my iPhone and listen to the audible directions and use the NAV as a rolling map.
- Quote
Comment: (For off-topic replies)
Related Topics
Collapse
-
by CACIt seems like there is always a thread going on about GPS, GPS mounts, etc. Do the majority of the wingers have GPS's? I have quite a few miles under my belt and have been in all of the lower 48 states...
-
Channel: General Motorcycle Discussion
11-20-2014, 06:37 PM -
-
by LoneriderSrPardon me while I vent.... 2014 Wing, Level 3 paid 25000 for it and The GPS is a P.O.S, second weekend we wound up in the woods...... ( my fault for listening to it) We have visited the White Mountains...
-
Channel: General Motorcycle Discussion
09-21-2014, 03:07 PM -
-
by f8leeI just got my bike a week ago (just brought it back from the initial 1K service) and while some things naturally take a little getting used to I have to say Honda seems to have really screwed the pooch...
-
Channel: 2018-2020 Gold Wing/Gold Wing Tour
08-14-2019, 03:49 PM -
-
by RodGRocky's recent quote from Honda ("the GPS is GROUNDBREAKING") made me laugh & want to share this with others. I just completed a 10 day tour ... with 10 daily routes loaded into the GPS....
-
Channel: 2018-2020 Gold Wing/Gold Wing Tour
07-15-2019, 11:11 AM -
Comment: (For off-topic replies)