I've since done a review of the Garmin Zumo XT2! That's here: kzitem.info/news/bejne/laihtmFngp-nnXY
@danicooke346
Жыл бұрын
This has to be the most hilarious off-the-cuff English dry-humor motorcycle channel I have ever listened to. It’s like Hugh Grant shaved his head, grew a beard and fell in love with a motorcycle. Too awesome.
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
That has absolutely made my day, thanks Dani! Welcome to the nonsense part of KZitem!
@jezzylawson936
Жыл бұрын
Loose comparison...don’t forget to mention he’s male like Grant, not female
@sn00pgreen
Жыл бұрын
I knew civilization was finished when Mcdonalds started calling themselves a restaurant
@kimmarcelo6131
Жыл бұрын
Civilization finished when women started with claims of equality for them
@d.Cog420
Жыл бұрын
amen
@BikerGirlTraveler
Жыл бұрын
Hmm, by definition, McDonalds is a restaurant. The same is true for all other fast food restaurants.
@d.Cog420
Жыл бұрын
@@BikerGirlTraveler maybe time to adjust the definition
@francismckenna2288
Жыл бұрын
Cannot stop laughing 😂
@TheMissendenFlyer
Жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more - you'll notice I'm one of those motorcycle "influencers" who isn't sponsored by Quad Lock either - I was one of the the first to use a Quadlock, it completely trashed my £800 phone camera and QuadLock's answer was (a few months later) buy a vibration dampener!! Stable/Horse/Bolted. Like you I'll never risk another phone with them again, vibro dampener or not.....
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment TMF! Absolutely agree - there's no way I'm going to risk an expensive phone, no matter how much assurance they give me…
@fasteddy3661
Жыл бұрын
After having owned a Navigon 5, Navigon 6, Zumo 550 and Zumo 595 I vowed never to own a Garmin again. I have been using TomTom Rider 550 for years now and my goodness how much simpler and better that works, and for a much lower price. Nonetheless, I think it is time that the 550 gets un update.
@Jim-nm1en
Жыл бұрын
I found when driving LGV's or delivery vans that I used my dedicated satnav for main guidance but used my phone to get postcodes for cafes, petrol stations etc. Do the same on my bike so best of both worlds.
@starlordstarlordman8489
Жыл бұрын
Just stumbled on your channel. You’re freaking hilarious. I just had the rear camera on my iPhone replaced after 40 miles of riding with it on the handlebars of my Himalayan. Now that wasn’t vibration isolated, on the other hand, I rode for 16,000 miles on the same bike and the same mount with my Motorola G6 and it didn’t have any camera problems. Now to be fair the one flaw in that phone is it couldn’t really make a phone call. Life’s about give-and-take I guess.
@Brad-RB
Жыл бұрын
Zumo XT for me. The larger font size is so much easier to read especially with all the vibrations.
@levidark4631
Жыл бұрын
I randomly came across your video today and I have to say I love your humor and you will have a long-time viewer in me!
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Aww thank you! That’s made my day!
@levidark4631
Жыл бұрын
@@timrodierides I’m glad I did, you’re video made mine! I’m a new rider and trying to figure out what GPS to get or if I should just use my phone. Also maybe you could share you’re riding wisdom with me this morning and help me make another decision. Here in about 5 hours I’m scheduled to take my skills test to get my motorcycle endorsement (I live in the US, Ohio) I’m debating on which bike of mine to take it on. I hear it’s easier on a smaller bike. I’m trying to decide between using my CRF250L or my Tuareg 660. I know the Tuareg is a lot bigger but I feel like I’m more confident on it at low speeds vs the CRF because it forces me to push forward out of fear of dropping it haha. I also have a 2015 Caponord 1200 but I know that would be a disaster since it’s super heavy and I have only ridden it once since picking it up last weekend. There is also my wife’s 2020 Vulcan S I could use if I wanted. I have way to many bikes for a new rider lmao.
@nfinnigan
Жыл бұрын
I'm still using my older phone for my sat nav, so vibration not a problem, I divert my good phone that I keep in my pocket to the old phone, and I can also see who is calling me when I'm riding and can also text/phone etc from the old phone on the bike in front of me. Also, I can charge my phone from the USB charger and swap it from bike to bike. The only downfall I would say is the screen is not as bright as a sat nav. Many Thanks
@elcapitanortz
Жыл бұрын
Been using my quadlock for 2 years I bought the one with vibration dampner I ride 60-80 miles nearly per day had no issues with my phone and I have the same phone as you.
@ryanmalone2681
Жыл бұрын
I use a Garmin Montana because I do a lot of off-road and I can send messages or SOS over satellite without any signals. I still think it’s a pain to use so I mostly use my phone and run them both when touring. Never had a phone die on me, and if I did, I always have AppleCare so I’d just walk into any Apple Store and get II replaced or repaired.
@Rufinoman
Жыл бұрын
From one Brit to another, you nailed it, mate. I'm sold.
@christopher54179
Жыл бұрын
Also the drive app is great for typing in addresses quickly
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Yes! Totally forgot to mention that.
@chrisdavisunofficial
Жыл бұрын
There are many fantastic riding spots on the East Coast of the United States where cellular reception doesn't exist. In the middle of the country, it's the same story. I'm in the Philippines right now and can confirm there are fairly large swaths of land where phones don't work. We're a very long time from where not having a GPS on an adventure bike makes sense.
@danharvey6383
Жыл бұрын
Awesome quick wit, well explained, after a few reviews, pretty much convinced the XT is the way to roll on my adventure bike. Keep the sunny sideup…thank you 😎
@Alan_Anderson
Жыл бұрын
Interesting review, thank you Tim. I have experience of using older Garmins on bikes and recognise that speed was definitely an issue; if you deviated from the route it expected you to take, you could be faced with further route decisions before it had caught up... My preferred navi solution on my bike for a couple of years has been a Beeline - I love the simplicity (and having my phone still in my pocket) but recognise the limitations of the system and that it is not for everyone, and not a solution if you want "proper" mapping. I am in the process now of setting up my old phone as a satnav on my bike (yes, with Quadlock) and will be interested in how that works - main driver for that is to be able to use the RallyMoto roadbook app on my bike, which needs a phone to work, but I will also undoubtedly use "normal" navi apps as well when I want a change from my Beeline, which sits alongside the phone on a Givi accessory bar.
@mirose5553
Ай бұрын
Good review, Mate. Love the tongue ‘n cheek.
@TheD7035
Жыл бұрын
Hi, I used a Garmin 660 on my previous bike a Triumph 955i for quite while. I covered parts of France and Spain (Picos.) Initially it struggled with the Mac but I eventually managed to get it work ok with Basecamp using an ordinary 3 button mouse ( didn't like track pad and Mac Magic Mouse.) I created several routes on the Mac and transferred them to the old Garmin 660 with out any problem although some of the routes were a bit quirky sometimes routing down an off slip road on a motorway and then back up the on slip road. The maps are def out of date now but I still occasionally use locally if in my wife's older car that does not have a sat nav. Great video thnx.
@chrisp3044
5 ай бұрын
great product review tied in with intermingled humour...should be sponsored ! 🤣
@magnusb6311
Жыл бұрын
Nice review, does it cover the whole world or do you have to load different maps in it and do they charge more for those maps?
@tonygantt4830
Ай бұрын
Love, love, love this review! Thank you!
@jose-mca7
Жыл бұрын
Clear and reasonable analysis. Thanks buddy. Cheers from Brazil.
@matthewmiah4654
Жыл бұрын
Funniest and most factual motorcycle reviews subscribed!!!!
@tafflloyd6020
Жыл бұрын
I have had mine on my wr250r for over a year and it keeps all my offroad routes for later use. With a another mount it clips right on to my ktm 950 with no problem and allows me to chose single track two track or black top routes.
@troppo4872
Жыл бұрын
Zumo XTs rule. Particularly with that mount... Agree with all your conclusions. I put a locking thingo on my GPS.. I also have an app on my phone that sends emails and alerts to the GPS. Hours of mindless fun.
@Jordan-fq8dq
20 күн бұрын
I am directionally challenged and verbal directions go in one ear and out the other. PLUS I have a zflip 3 and don't want to risk anything happening to the hinge. A gps seems like the best solution
@CharlesLindsay1
Жыл бұрын
Phone screens aren’t as bright as the Zumo, and in my experience, phones overheat when in direct sun, unlike the Zumo. There are ways around this (mount the phone with lots of ventilation, angle it downwards, so as not to catch the sun, etc.), but neither are issues w the dedicated nav system.
@blandry021
Жыл бұрын
I just order the XT, replacement for my 14 year old Zumo. I thought this summer I would just use my iPhone on my Harley, did not work for these reasons, screen too small on iPhone 11, and it vibrate too much for my old eyes to see it.
@garyrowe5984
5 ай бұрын
That was a great review , exactly what I was looking for and very entertaining presentation. Made me want to watch right to the end. Packed with non stop information , thanks. First time on your channel , now subscribed !!
@timrodierides
4 ай бұрын
Thank you kindly!
@tumolucky17
Жыл бұрын
Just purchased one of these for my multisrada enduro 👍
@marcusrichardson3472
Жыл бұрын
I really want one of these, and if I still had an adventure bike would get one in an instant. I now have an R nineT though and can't find a way to mount one without it looking ridiculous. Great review
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yeah, a big ball mount is going to ruin the looks of an R9T a bit...
@MN-wf8hr
Жыл бұрын
And I subscribed straight after than intro 😂👍
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Flies, pornography and digs at influencers… it's what I do!
@paradebh
Жыл бұрын
I use maps (on iphone) when i want to find something on the road and send it to garmin drive to send it to xt. Find something in garmin is always a pain
@oldphart-zc3jz
9 ай бұрын
PSA: "One is none and two is some" as the G.I. saying goes so I always carry a topo map and compass whatever else I nav with. My four-wheeled vehicles get a motor carriers road atlas bagged under the seat and a simple scout compass in the glove box. Practice land nav without the electronics until those are purely optional. It's not difficult and you won't have the "lost 2Lt" expression on your face if your fancy gear dies.
@vidwatcher682
Жыл бұрын
100% worth it! I'd rather have the Zumo XT taking the abuse on my handlebar than my smartphone any day. My one gripe with the XT is it does not want to connect with my Sena SMH-10 bluetooth. Anyone else have that issue? My Sena is 5 years old, it may just be time for an upgrade.
@sjk8273
Жыл бұрын
I purchased the cheapest Garmin GPS I could, which means it's meant for a car, but since I no longer ride in the rain, it doesn't matter. It's mounted on something or other from Amazon, but has remained rock solid ever since. The whole set up is probably less expensive than the Qual Lock mount alone. My 'phone stays in my pocket and I'm a very happy camper.
@beyondupnorth
Жыл бұрын
I run a nuvi 2555 lm and it has a card slot for my topo maps, just wish it had a larger 7" screen
@roverrich
Жыл бұрын
Great vid and love your sense of humor! Thank you.
@minigator2
Жыл бұрын
Damn I loved the energy of this video so much.. subbed!
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@kristaps2010
Жыл бұрын
It’s good device this XT but sometimes in London it frustrates me with choice of route. Google maps does better job finding places and possibly has more direct routes using common sense.
@rockgsxr
9 ай бұрын
phone in conjuction with old car sat nav in cradle ,paper map!! in tank bag window and hand written!!!! list of cities towns to head for. Can't see any of it without my glasses . Found the whole lot a total faff, dangerous and distracting while on the move, and really spoilt my ride most of the time. Now i just ride in the general direction till i need fuel, then browse the maps and roughly memorize my route till the next stop.The old days riding my airhead bmw with a paper map seemed so much more fun in retrospect, nowadays touring has become a chore and a worry. Google maps is ace for hotel/camp/fuel/food aside from that i'm just going to enjoy my ride .
@rosslloyd6640
Жыл бұрын
Can I record a journey without having to program a end destination I know with Google you have to have a start and a finish
@socalfun64
Жыл бұрын
I appreciate the review, thank You! I agree!
@keesverhagen9227
Жыл бұрын
Maybe you find it a stupid question. But can you put movies and music on a sc card and play them right on the garmin xt2 ? Does is also play Flac music files or only mp3 ? The movies could be usefull when in the tent at the evening. Now i have the 595 world edition. I can only find the xt2 that is for Europe. Would it be possible to put on a few other countries on the sd card. F.e. when you go from Turkey to Iran ? It would be silly if you have to use your phone while having a dedicated gps device in your sight.
@MR-vt3np
Жыл бұрын
Still use a Garmin Montana 600, it just works
@radadventure2606
Жыл бұрын
Well done! Interesting Review. And I agree with you!!
@Makermook
Жыл бұрын
This might be a dumb question, but I've only ever used Google maps on my phone. With this kind of satnav/Garmin gadget, is there a monthly bill like having a second cell phone?
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Not a silly question - but there is no monthly bill!
@Makermook
Жыл бұрын
@@timrodierides -- Thanks!
@bengradubai1864
Жыл бұрын
Great video and really helpful. cheers Tim
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind comment!
@taffy2wheels577
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for that mate . Great review. You can get a Tourtech lockable mount to . How do you hard wire it to your bike ?
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Yup I've seen the lockable mount! The 1290 SAS has an accessory switched live wire behind the front-right side panel. I just soldered some plugs on my Zumo wires and plugged it in there. I say just, I have the soldering skills of a shaved ape, so it was an adventure, but it all worked out!
@taffy2wheels577
Жыл бұрын
@Tim Rodie Rides Motorbikes Hi Tim. Ok thanks . Ive got a Honda Africa Twin 1100L 22 reg. I may have to get Honda to possible sort as my warranty may be void if i mess with electrics . Thanks Tim
@davecree867
Жыл бұрын
Phone is a better bet in virtually every situation in my experience. Phone sales dwarf sat-nav sales and the respective development budgets reflect that.
@clintstevenson1214
Ай бұрын
Hmmm quite a difference between european and usa software. What program loads on a mac? Thanks for the review. I have one of these fine piles! My old garmin 450 was SO much better!
@kretccx
Жыл бұрын
Would be interesting to see the beeline moto review
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
I've not tried one! I hear good things from Motobob though
@1975badger
Жыл бұрын
great review and very helpful - seriously thinking about this. what is the speedometer like - is it accurate? and does it pick up all speed traps?
@mattyaztec
Жыл бұрын
I have the Tom Tom ride and it’s been very disappointing. I’m looking to replace it with this.
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Let us know how you get on!
@Rosscofat
Жыл бұрын
Most people think the red square around where it connects is a o ring but it's just for looks it's plastic ask me how I know.. 🤦🏼
@eternal_affairs
Жыл бұрын
Really not comfortable using my flagship phone under such abuse. My galaxy note 9 screen died and I'm convinced it was from the 100 degree heat during the summer.
@elmario74
Жыл бұрын
Good review!!!! Question: does Spotify (still) work on the XT via the phone?
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Yup!
@dagveidal3721
Жыл бұрын
Forget using a mobile in the South of Europe in summer, it's too hot for it, it will shut down. They cannot be used in rain , and iPhones are not built to take the vibrations on a motorbike. Good old satnavs will do the job!
@SuperGizzzmo
Жыл бұрын
Hi there, I’m new to Bike in and I have Kawasaki versus 1000 GT Would you recommend this satnav are the newest one XT2
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
I've just got back from France where my XT2 died on the first day. My original XT never had this problem!
@johnowls
7 ай бұрын
Phones should always be on the rider. What if you get separated from the bike in a accident and can't get to it?
@2wheelsturning54
Жыл бұрын
Hi Tim - thanks, helpful review. I've got turn by turn satnav on the bike dash supplied from my mobile on Bluetooth, running the BMW Connected app (so yes, phone is safe in my pocket). It works well and has got me places I would never have found without it and like the XT there is a slider for choosing the degree of winding routes. Downside though (Beeline / Triumph would be the same) is no displayed map - which is making me consider a dedicated satnav. One thing though - and I hope this can be taken the right way - enjoy your content, including general irreverence but please drop the porn jokes. Not helpful and likely to alienate any lady bikers out there.
@d.Cog420
Жыл бұрын
yeah, the porn jokes are creepy. Good show otherwise 👍🏼
@lifewithabe312
Жыл бұрын
Only real thing about this is the fact that I can work it with just normal gloves.. all the rest is nonsense my phone can do better
@joepacheco7979
Жыл бұрын
I didn't hear a word you said the first minute: I was concentrating on that fly on your head. 🪰
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
I can’t believe I didn’t feel it! I must have leathery skin
@guymathew1520
Жыл бұрын
Another Zumo XT fan here. I like all the features you mentioned and when it is paired with your phone it also displays calls and messages which can be quite handy if you're out for a ride when you should be at work.
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Yup, though I had to turn that off because I kept getting notifications from my smart doorbell when I was trying to relax in Germany :D
@lukeludeman6320
Жыл бұрын
I also have/use a Garmin XT and love it! I know, old tech compared to a modern smartphone, but the reasons you mention are all relevant and real. I live in the Southwest of the US, and in the summer months, temperatures can be quite warm (sometimes over 40C) and I have experienced the dreaded overheating scenario with my phone, which became quite inconvenient when riding somewhere I had never been before. Also, another “feature” of a smartphone is to automatically dim/darken the screen in certain scenarios - also happens (always) at the most inappropriate times, at least for me and my phone. I will always have a dedicated GPS unit on my bike designed to handle the environment and activity of riding a motorbike…
@Maxumized
Жыл бұрын
Good choice. Imagine using your phone and you crash…phone flys away or the mount fails and the road ate it. Reaching into a dedicated, zipped pocket for your phone is a life saver
@dpinedoblog
Жыл бұрын
This is a great point, living in Texas myself
@actionman862
10 ай бұрын
Iphone X overheats and shutsdown very quickly in AUS on a mild 35c day. Just ordered a ZUMO 2 today.
@gerryryan2302
Жыл бұрын
I’m very much against my phone on my handlebars , they have become too important to us with the info they have at hand for our ease of use .my iPhone was over £1k not a top of the range but certainly around what you expect to pay for iPhone . it has all my important information on it , banking etc , if it became detached , stolen or damaged I’d be lost ..if you lost your phone and were stuck beside the road do you remember your wife’s or riding friends numbers , breakdown contact, your insurance company even the hotel your going to , even finding a roadside phone box is pretty difficult nowadays if somehow you can recall anything . I have got the XT as well and it’s brilliant ,…..I challenge you to turn your phone off and see how many numbers you can remember , don’t forget also if your phones damaged you might not be able to use internet either to help you out ,
@iainamurray
Жыл бұрын
I’m an Android user but have an old iPhone 8+ for fixing to the bike. Big screen and I don’t care if it gets damaged. Best of both worlds!
@colin20cal
Жыл бұрын
Hi Tim, just happened across this video. I'm with you on the phone in the pocket and dedicated GPS on the bike. Have a garmin Montana which I've had for around 3yrs now that has served me well. Looking to upgrade to the Zumo XT for the bigger screen ( got old ) and this review has sold it for me. Love your outlook and humour now liked and subscribed to your channel 👍
@MopedWanderlust
Жыл бұрын
….don’t mention the pwarn. 😊 Regards from Germany, where speeding has become more expensive than a quad lock mount.
@scotttracey4919
Жыл бұрын
Phone based navigation is fine for commuting and people who don’t care about riding good routes.
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Agreed
@Dave-sw2dm
Жыл бұрын
Just upgraded from a Zumo 660 to the XT. I tried to use an old phone and not even close.
@douglasbasinger2513
Жыл бұрын
I enjoyed the fly on your head in the first segment, nice video, learned a bit.
@ownyourworld
Жыл бұрын
Had one last year sold it after a few trips. Garmin need to sort the un intuitive software out . Osmand maps and Google maps is much better.
@irishflyer6377
Жыл бұрын
I’ve used Tom Tom, Garmin and Phone apps. For a road bike I think the Sat Nav is the easiest option. Do note that a Mount to lock the Garmin on the bike or to use on multiple bikes will cost just as much as Quad Lock. I ride road and trails so a phone gives me apps for both styles of riding and allows me use the app/map that’s best for the country I’m in. Overall for mixed riding and multiple bikes I think the phone wins by a small margin.
@conhennekens
Жыл бұрын
It is so funny that all those phone versus satnav reviews always consider using an existing phone to a dedicated satnav. Why not review a dedicated rugged navigation phone? It is cheaper, faster, better resolution, waterproof, glove capable, runs any nav app you may like. you need to couple only ONE bluetooth device (headset), so no messing with the correct order of coupling, it runs your favorite music app, speedcam warning app, tracking app. Compare an XT to a rugged phone, it wil ALWAYS lose... Simply buy a rugged phone, combine it with a DuoLock instead of an overrated quadlock, and you will still be cheaper AND have better hardware.
@danlovelock778
4 ай бұрын
Can you recommend a rugged phone?
@chewie8
Жыл бұрын
I have a quadlock with mobile phone and able download offline maps and sound to my helmet. Garmin are obsolete really in my opinion.
@albertlira7443
Жыл бұрын
I love the dedicated Navi concept still. My old Garmin was solid and never had issues with signal. Great review!
@ShutterUp
Жыл бұрын
Great Video. I use my phone as primary but on trips I also take the Zumo XT. I'm in the US and traveling through the mountains, you will loose cell signal. We nearly ran out of gas and had trouble finding a gas station. After that, I purchased the Zumo as a backup. I will use it to import map files for pre-planned routes but I really don't use it to it's full potential. Thank you for the reminder of it's other features. Weather is a big one.
@Eds_PanAm
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, I've been debating on gettng one of these, I ride my bike so I can forget about my phone lol I prefer it in the tank bag hidden away.....I think I might invest in the XT....sláinte!
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind comment!
@leswinter
Жыл бұрын
I was using a phone on the bike until I got stuck in a downpour at night in the middle of nowhere. The phone started screaming at me that it’s detecting water(no s***). Had a beeline on the bike. Couldn’t get it set up in the dark and in the rain. So I got pi***ed off. Bought a zumo xt next day. Phones are great-yes! Most of ‘em don’t like water though!
@philipTOMPSETT
Жыл бұрын
I’ve had mine for over a year and didn’t know it did any of that😂 Excellent vid again. Thanks
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Thanks again Philip! Honestly it can do so much more than what I had time to show. It's mega.
@TheCdubbleyoo
Жыл бұрын
The greatest issue with the GPS units I've tried has been performance. Since all of the chips are being thrown at phones, perhaps the better move is to switch to GPS units without screens that a phone can connect to for GPS data and display through a dedicated app. Otherwise, the GPS could just use faster chips with more memory. I'd like to see that and a return to resistive touch screens with interfaces based on taps rather than slides AND big directional & volume buttons. A phone is ok for around town, but a more rugged, weatherproof device with large screen text/icons focused on just directions/mapping is better for long trips. There's less need for it to be small/slim, so they good be built to be handled and repaired.
@pauljirinec2772
Жыл бұрын
I've had many Zumos over the years, 660, 595LM, XT and now the XT2. I've used them on the bike and the car. Wouldn't be without one.
@itismegarry
Жыл бұрын
I've got this Garmin and it's an absolute piece of shit, software wise. It's been designed by some old German grandfather who refuses to go beyond android 2. I usually search for the location of anything and then send it to the GPS because the user interface is very 1990s. User unfriendly, I'd say
@rivencsky
Жыл бұрын
Now dropped the iphone and garmin gps for the Carplay units C5 to use Calimoto, google maps, wazes and pandora music. So far not missing the garmin
@denniselenson560
Жыл бұрын
Dedicated satnav all day long, google infested devices will never be as good and that weather radar is a really useful feature. Price is a bit high tho, at least for the computing power it's got, I'm sure it costs no more than about £12.50 to produce judging by the way it zooms in and out on the map.
@maxw576
Жыл бұрын
I have the Zumo XT and it's got its strong points. However, I want a weather proof wireless android auto device so I can have the benefits without exposing my phone. It should have a bright functional touch screen same as the Zumo.
@gbarhip
Жыл бұрын
the ancient usb connector failed after a few months, only plus it has over phone is screen visibility in sun
@lovegar
Жыл бұрын
I've got the Zumo XT & Quadlock which I don't use for all the reason outlined The other thing about phones in hot weather using nav will absolutely overheat your phone & it will shutdown, the Satnav won't
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Good point!
@moomoodeadcow
Жыл бұрын
I use sat nav because it doesn't over heat and people can't call me when I need to know which way to turn. Also I don't get distracting nonsense on sat navs.
@ReferenceFidelityComponents
Жыл бұрын
I ‘ve never considered being distracted by music a benefit to safe riding nor to enjoyment of the bike or the journey. I keep my phone for calls and photos and that’s it. I prefer a dedicated satnav for touring. Bmw navigator allows curvey route alternatives, multiple way points and the ability to skip any. Waterproof, less to lose if damaged and just perfect for the job.
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
True, but listening to music or podcasts on long motorway schleps is good fun (for me at least… your risk aversion levels may vary!).
@WaveyDavey9999
Жыл бұрын
Great review does the Garmin come with all you need to mount and wire it in or do you need some extra bits?
@nose2wind872
Жыл бұрын
Comes with a mount and wiring to your battery.
@janstanek253
Жыл бұрын
This was all I needed to finalize my purchase decision. Thanks a lot for the great video and perfectly clear information.
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Enjoy your adventures :)
@donsmith3573
Жыл бұрын
Great video, just a couple of questions:- I only have a phone no computer i phone 13 pro can i download onto the xt from that? Also will it show green lanes are they already installed, excuse my lack of tech knowledge
@robdlc438
Жыл бұрын
I prefer keeping the phone in my pocket. My phone is not weather proof either.
@stephenwright6969
Жыл бұрын
I use a Garmin car sat nav, they're a third of the price of a specific bike sat nav and does the same job.
@HORNET6
Жыл бұрын
Right up to the point you said damp-en-er 🙄 You claim to be a Grandad with a two year old phone…what’s wrong with that? 🤷♂️…so what’s wrong the eons old word that has served us so well? Damper. Please.
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad you've got so much time on your hands to pick me up on that!
@JME1981
Жыл бұрын
Good video, i lost my money after this (by garmin) 😁 Thanks a lot 😁
@stepheneldridge6998
Жыл бұрын
Interesting video 📹...I've used my phone in an UltimateAdons case, but thats a pain when you want to take a quick photo. A Garmin or TomTom....maybe a second phone is my way ahead. And I still use a thing, you may have heard of it, called a ' map' 🤣!!. I fold up a page of the 'map' and put it in my UltimateAdons case. Cheers Steve
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
A map?! That'll never catch on! I do love the idea of using a proper paper map and plotting routes. I took a paper map on my first ever tour in 2010. It got soaked through in my tank bag on the first day 😂
@Graybeard_
Жыл бұрын
I'm curious why you don't use the app with your KTM TFT that connects your phone to the display. I have the Norden 901 Expedition which came with the Husqvarna Connect app. My phone stays in my pocket connected via bluetooth to my bike. I can navigate maps, music, pretty much everything via the control buttons on the left side of the handlebar (the same buttons that control ride settings, etc.).
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
It's never worked on my bike
@Cherhill
Жыл бұрын
Hi could you advise what aluminium mount that is you’re using for the Garmin. It looks very sturdy and ideal for my new Adventure R that I have on order. Thanks
@timrodierides
Жыл бұрын
Hi! It is very sturdy! It’s Touratech part no. 373-5415
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