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Gumo 550 Sat NAV- maps any good for Ire?

  • 09-07-2007 7:33pm
    #1
    worded
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    Im thinking of a GPS and I hear these are the best for bikers.

    BUT - Are the maps any good?


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  • #2
    The Doktor
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,208 ✭✭✭The Doktor


    worded wrote:
    Im thinking of a GPS and I hear these are the best for bikers.

    BUT - Are the maps any good?

    YES!
    there are a few bits of road missing but I use the 550 and its excellent. Also use it in the car, and have been finding it really useful.
    Have a look for yourself
    http://www8.garmin.com/cartography/

    In the drop down box pick City Navigator Europe V9

    and see what you think.


  • #3
    worded
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,643 ✭✭✭worded


    Would you say its the best model / make for a motor bike?

    They are very pricey @ circa 700 euros - any sign of a price drop?

    Is there a newer version due for release any day soon?


  • #4
    The Doktor
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,208 ✭✭✭The Doktor


    Is it the best? Hmmmm well that depends i suppose... but i would say its ideal for a bike an in my opinion the best. Im sure there are a few lads who might point you in the direction of some cheaper ones.
    As far as Im concerned, it does everything I want it to do, its good for a bike with nice big glove friendly buttons. Comes with a bike mount and car mount. Plays MP3, connect yer phone to it, is water proof (and i can verify that!)etc etc.
    Doubt theres a newer version, but there is the Zumo 550, then the 500 (ireland and uk maps only and a few features not available) and there is a 450 for the usa only.


  • #5
    MrPudding
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,788 ✭✭✭MrPudding


    I have one myself and I have to say it is the dogs. I did quite a bit of research before deciding on it and it appeared to be the best option. When I talk with other bikers with other units it really does seem to be the better option.

    MrP


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