xorbe
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(Yeah, the thread title is inaccurate now. First I wanted the ultra-gps setup naturally. Then I realized I only need basic nav to do what I really wanted to achieve.)
Basically want a stand-alone gps, as my phone gps doesn't always have a cell network data connection. Don't need fancy, just a map to get around if lost. Started by looking at Garmin and TomTom "motorcycle specific" GPS units -- they are way too expensive. Also, note that the nicer "glass capacitive screen" Garmin models don't respond to gloves well or at all (I tried this at the store). But the economical models work fine with the matte pressure sensitive screens.
Progress:
Got economical Garmin Nuvi 57LM for $149 from Best Buy.
Ordered these Ram Mount parts on Amazon:
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002AQV51A"]Amazon.com: Ram Mount Rail Base with Stainless Steel U-Bolt and 1-Inch Ball for Rails from 0.5 to 1 Inches Diameter: Car Electronics[/ame] - handlebar clamp
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005KWPJ04"]Amazon.com: Ram Mount Composite Short Double Socket Arm for 1-Inch Ball Bases: GPS & Navigation[/ame] - short riser
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002KO5XVU"]Amazon.com: RAM Mounts RAM-B-238 RAM 2.43" x 1.31" Diamond Base with 1" Ball: Car Electronics[/ame] - ball-cradle connector
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DLL97BS"]Amazon.com: RAM Cradle Holder for the Garmin nuvi® 52, 52LM, 54 & 54LM: Car Electronics[/ame] - gps cradle
Maybe this one Arkon piece works all by itself directly into the gps ball socket?
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003FMUP0U"]Amazon.com: Arkon Bike or Motorcycle Handlebar Mount for Garmin nuvi 40 50 200 2013 24x5 25x5 GPS: GPS & Navigation[/ame]
Basically want a stand-alone gps, as my phone gps doesn't always have a cell network data connection. Don't need fancy, just a map to get around if lost. Started by looking at Garmin and TomTom "motorcycle specific" GPS units -- they are way too expensive. Also, note that the nicer "glass capacitive screen" Garmin models don't respond to gloves well or at all (I tried this at the store). But the economical models work fine with the matte pressure sensitive screens.
Progress:
Got economical Garmin Nuvi 57LM for $149 from Best Buy.
Ordered these Ram Mount parts on Amazon:
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002AQV51A"]Amazon.com: Ram Mount Rail Base with Stainless Steel U-Bolt and 1-Inch Ball for Rails from 0.5 to 1 Inches Diameter: Car Electronics[/ame] - handlebar clamp
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005KWPJ04"]Amazon.com: Ram Mount Composite Short Double Socket Arm for 1-Inch Ball Bases: GPS & Navigation[/ame] - short riser
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002KO5XVU"]Amazon.com: RAM Mounts RAM-B-238 RAM 2.43" x 1.31" Diamond Base with 1" Ball: Car Electronics[/ame] - ball-cradle connector
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DLL97BS"]Amazon.com: RAM Cradle Holder for the Garmin nuvi® 52, 52LM, 54 & 54LM: Car Electronics[/ame] - gps cradle
Maybe this one Arkon piece works all by itself directly into the gps ball socket?
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003FMUP0U"]Amazon.com: Arkon Bike or Motorcycle Handlebar Mount for Garmin nuvi 40 50 200 2013 24x5 25x5 GPS: GPS & Navigation[/ame]
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