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Garmin Goooooone
I have finally found the perfect solution for my GPS, phone, music and FOBO communications.
The major catalyst for this was that every time I would upgrade the Garmin, I would start getting screeching static through the Uclear headset on both music and gps instructions.... bloody annoying, and Garmin kept promising a fix that never came. Sometimes, deleting and recreating all the pairings would solve the issue, and sometimes not......plus, I dislike boom mikes with a passion. There were several other reasons for the change but they were just minor annoyances
I am now using the Uclear Pro headset (no boom mike), iPhone 8 (running the Tom Tom GPS app that I bought for a song, years ago) where the Garmin 590 was, and new Lee Parks gloves with built in finger pads. It’s taken the “weak link” (the Garmin 590) out of the loop, reducing the number of bluetoothed items.
The iPhone is waterproof (IP67), brilliantly clear in sunlight and handles the interface between GPS, phone, music, KOBO and Uclear seamlessly. The Uclear Pro has great sound quality, and the above brow microphones are very clear at the other end of a phone call (not that I make calls when riding).
The Lee Parks (only gloves I wear these days) are unbelievably comfortable and you don’t have to remove them to make the single tap to change the size of the GPS display on the iPhone. GPS Map and software updates are done seamlessly on the iPhone, unlike the Garmin map, software and firmware updates that requires PC plug in and that I can NEVER get to work first go.
I’ll leave the powered Garmin base plate where it was for the next owner, as the iPhone on a mount fits nicely over it.
Not earth shattering news, I know, and nowhere near as controversial as car tyre pressures, but someone may get some use out of it.
Pete
Last edited by Peteoz; 11-20-2017 at 10:55 PM.
Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2” taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2” ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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Ozzie Ozzie Ozzie
Sounds like it works for you!
Now, I just wonder if there's anything similar that doesn't require an iPhone or any other apple rubbish?
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Ryde More, Worry Less!
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Which TomTom gps app are you using? can you design your own routes with it?
2017 F3 Limited
2017 F3 Limited , Lamonster Black Dymond brake pedal with brake rod at #5 Pure Magnesium Metallic
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Ill be getting my first hearing aid soon. I can get anything bluetooth on them. Waiting on how it works out on the Spyder. Plus Ill be able to hear better on top of that!
2017 F3 Limited
2017 F3 Limited , Lamonster Black Dymond brake pedal with brake rod at #5 Pure Magnesium Metallic
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Originally Posted by AY4B
Ill be getting my first hearing aid soon. I can get anything bluetooth on them. Waiting on how it works out on the Spyder. Plus Ill be able to hear better on top of that!
When you figure it out, let us all know! I have BT hearing aids also, but trying to sync with all that other stuff has driven me to drink (that's my excuse and I'm sticking to it).
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Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2” taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2” ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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Originally Posted by AY4B
Which TomTom gps app are you using? can you design your own routes with it?
It’s Tom Tom Go, AY. As for routes, you can certainly design a route with multiple stops and locations in it. You MAY be able to do more, but that’s all I even need out of it.
I also have the NAVIGON (Garmin) Cruise app, especially for motorbikes, which has larger buttons, the ability to select winding roads etc and a feature where you can verbally talk to it (through the Apple servers, like Siri) to perform functions. I haven’t tried it yet though
Pete
Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2” taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2” ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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Garmin Gone
Last edited by IGETAROUND; 11-19-2017 at 03:44 PM.
All the great movements in the world began with a cup of coffee!
2018 F3-T
My mods: Can am Trailer hitch, USB and 12 volt power outlets, Gustason windshield, Bead rider seat cushion, battery harness for electric gear and battery tender, Time out trailer.
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Garmin Gone
Last edited by IGETAROUND; 11-19-2017 at 03:44 PM.
All the great movements in the world began with a cup of coffee!
2018 F3-T
My mods: Can am Trailer hitch, USB and 12 volt power outlets, Gustason windshield, Bead rider seat cushion, battery harness for electric gear and battery tender, Time out trailer.
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Sounds great
Sounds like a great solution. Well done.
Rob
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The problem I have in the Southwest US is if I have my phone out in the sunlight it overheats and shuts down.
2016 F3 Limited
2019 Ryker Rally
2014 Suzuki V Strom 650
2020 CSC TT 250
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Originally Posted by Highwayman2013
The problem I have in the Southwest US is if I have my phone out in the sunlight it overheats and shuts down.
Yeah, that’s going to be my only concern, Highwayman. We get pretty warm days out here too. The iPhone 7 is supposed to be more heat tolerant than past models, but only time will tell.
We are coming into summer now, so I’ll keep you posted (but not for a couple of months.....hip replacement on Thursday). What model phone are you using?
Pete
Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2” taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2” ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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Originally Posted by Peteoz
Yeah, that’s going to be my only concern, Highwayman. We get pretty warm days out here too. The iPhone 7 is supposed to be more heat tolerant than past models, but only time will tell.
We are coming into summer now, so I’ll keep you posted (but not for a couple of months.....hip replacement on Thursday ). What model phone are you using?
Pete
Mend quickly with your hip replacement. You may be in luck if it's the L hip, and you have a semi-auto, and no hip precautions, and WBAT or FWB. Good luck.
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Originally Posted by Peteoz
Yeah, that’s going to be my only concern, Highwayman. We get pretty warm days out here too. The iPhone 7 is supposed to be more heat tolerant than past models, but only time will tell.
We are coming into summer now, so I’ll keep you posted (but not for a couple of months.....hip replacement on Thursday ). What model phone are you using?
Pete
Iphone 6 plus.
2016 F3 Limited
2019 Ryker Rally
2014 Suzuki V Strom 650
2020 CSC TT 250
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The best to you in recovery
The best to you in recovery!
Rob
Originally Posted by Peteoz
hip replacement on Thursday ).
Pete
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Originally Posted by Peteoz
Yeah, that’s going to be my only concern, Highwayman. We get pretty warm days out here too. The iPhone 7 is supposed to be more heat tolerant than past models, but only time will tell.
We are coming into summer now, so I’ll keep you posted (but not for a couple of months.....hip replacement on Thursday ). What model phone are you using?
Pete
Hey Pete I hope all went well with your hip replacement.
Happy TRAils/NSD
Paul
2012 RT L
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Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2” taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2” ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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Ozzie Ozzie Ozzie
Here's hoping it all goes well Pete!
But I gotta ask, did you plan it so you'd be restricted to staying inside during all the worst of the summer heat, or is it just one of those 'do it now or start checking out wheelchairs' things??
2013 RT Ltd Pearl White
Ryde More, Worry Less!
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Originally Posted by Peteoz
Thanks Paul....bloody English.......I meant hip replacement this coming Thursday, not last Thursday ...... ...
Pete
Well here in the US we are all taking the day off and having a big feast in honor of your surgery and its coming successful conclusion.
Happy TRAils/NSD
Paul
2012 RT L
AMA 25 years Life Member
TRA
PGR
Rhino Riders Plate #83
Venturers #78
TOI
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Ozzie Ozzie Ozzie
2013 RT Ltd Pearl White
Ryde More, Worry Less!
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Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2” taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2” ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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Originally Posted by Peter Aawen
Here's hoping it all goes well Pete!
But I gotta ask, did you plan it so you'd be restricted to staying inside during all the worst of the summer heat, or is it just one of those 'do it now or start checking out wheelchairs' things??
It’s option 2, Peter.......and I’ve already found this -
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=5t_Yd76MnLU
Pete
Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2” taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2” ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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Originally Posted by AY4B
Ill be getting my first hearing aid soon. I can get anything bluetooth on them. Waiting on how it works out on the Spyder. Plus Ill be able to hear better on top of that!
My wife has them, she gets a call and i wonder who she is talking to.
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I do the same with my iPhone, Its a great device for bringing all of this together.........Navigation, Music, communications connected to my Sena helmets..... perfect
2015 RTS
Replaced Catalytic Converter with Lamonster Pipe
Rivco Flag Holders
Tricled wideview mirrors
Garage door opener
Zumo GPS
Ultimate seat
F4 windshield with vent
Doc's belt damper
Value Accessories RAM mount
Baja Ron sway bar and Links
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Originally Posted by El Dorado
I do the same with my iPhone, Its a great device for bringing all of this together.........Navigation, Music, communications connected to my Sena helmets..... perfect
Do you have any trouble with heat shutting your iPhone down, El Dorado? What model of iPhone are you using?
Pete
Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2” taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2” ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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