BRP Connect

[Flamewinger]

My understanding is Genius Maps is only for point to point navigation, there is no ability to create custom routes....If anyone discovers a way to create custom routes with the 2018 let me know.... I always use custom routes for cross country trips...

What I found is you pick a destination and navigate to it. Click OK then, at the bottom, click on the two lines icon that looks like a highway (2nd from the right). Then swipe up and save the route. Then end it and do a search and find the new route. (give it a specific name if you want) As it opens and you see the complete route you can zoom in to the road or POI you want and touch/hold and you'll see a 3rd point. It asks to add destination and you click OK. I'm not sure how many you can make, I think as many as you want. Then click the highway symbol and swipe up then click the "Route Stops". It's on this list that you can touch/hold each numbered point and move them up/down to rearrange them. Then click the top left arrow then the "Drive". You can then get going or swipe up and save the route again with the new points. One of the things I noticed is if you pick a point on a frontage road and you are on a highway, Genius maps will want you to take an exit and pass the point to eliminate it. So make sure you zoom in to get the point on the road or at the spot you want.

I did a video that shows a 3 point route. You don't hav to end it but I did for the hell of it.

https://youtu.be/2zbUgfL-2bY

[Marvin2488485]

Looks like a pain to complete, but if thats all you have then its better than nothing.

Ride safe!!

[Bob Denman]

When I downloaded the BRP Connect app: Google Maps showed up in it...

[ahh-cool]

When I downloaded the BRP Connect app: Google Maps showed up in it...

Same with me. When you connect it to the bike the route is not there

[Mad Mac]

We just bought a new Chev. Colorado and sounds like the BRP Connect is similar to OnStar and Android CarPlay, where they give you turn by turn directions and it is read out on the display thru your phone, so you have to rely on a OnStar agent to give you the correct route, all for $40.00 a month!! So we canx. that service because it was more hassle than it's worth and expensive. We just use our Garmin Zumo and I can plot my entire cross-country trip and can save the route and way points for future reference. Even the Garmin 660 on the '14 Spyders would appear to be more user-friendly then the new technology of today. We also use wired headsets and have no issues with "connectivity" and my phone Bluetooths thru my GPS with simple pairing. Hope all of you guys get all the teething issues worked out Good Luck!! Mad Mac

[Flamewinger]

We just bought a new Chev. Colorado and sounds like the BRP Connect is similar to OnStar and Android CarPlay, where they give you turn by turn directions and it is read out on the display thru your phone, so you have to rely on a OnStar agent to give you the correct route, all for $40.00 a month!! So we canx. that service because it was more hassle than it's worth and expensive. We just use our Garmin Zumo and I can plot my entire cross-country trip and can save the route and way points for future reference. Even the Garmin 660 on the '14 Spyders would appear to be more user-friendly then the new technology of today. We also use wired headsets and have no issues with "connectivity" and my phone Bluetooths thru my GPS with simple pairing. Hope all of you guys get all the teething issues worked out Good Luck!! Mad Mac

Not the same as Onstar. There is an initial fee but then you use it like a Garmin. Either in the app on the phone or on the bike, you can set up a route and it will give you directions. You might try downloading Genius Maps to find out how it works.

[Flamewinger]

Same with me. When you connect it to the bike the route is not there

Sounds like you need to get Genius Maps app which will enable you to download the map data for your country. In Genius Maps you can create routes and save POIs to use when riding. The yellow Maps is the Google or Apple Maps to help you know where you are.

[modagwood]

Looks like a pain to complete, but if thats all you have then its better than nothing.

Ride safe!!

What is wrong with good old Paper Maps? Set down pick your route,get on the road, go where you want, stop where and when you want, And forget about all of the tech things.

[jcthorne]

What is wrong with good old Paper Maps? Set down pick your route,get on the road, go where you want, stop where and when you want, And forget about all of the tech things.

A paper map does not give you directions as you approach your turns and I cannot read a paper map while in traffic or riding. I really feel the GPS is a major advancement, just not sold yet on BRP's reinvention of the wheel.

[Mad Mac]

In reading these posts, it does sound like BRP d/n do it's homework. I have to admit, that using the 660, I can pick my routes, waypoints, gas stations, and hotels, etc. while riding without much issue. AAAAAnd if I have to use a paper map, I usually have to stop and take a break at some point(leak, smoke, or just stretch my legs), the perfect time to take a look at a map!! Hope you guys and girls get them figured out soon, because riding season will be here very soon!! Mad Mac

[ahh-cool]

What is wrong with good old Paper Maps? Set down pick your route,get on the road, go where you want, stop where and when you want, And forget about all of the tech things.

Paper maps? I knew that computer thing was just a fad. I haven't used a paper map in over 20 or 30 years

[biker01red]

What I found is you pick a destination and navigate to it. Click OK then, at the bottom, click on the two lines icon that looks like a highway (2nd from the right). Then swipe up and save the route. Then end it and do a search and find the new route. (give it a specific name if you want) As it opens and you see the complete route you can zoom in to the road or POI you want and touch/hold and you'll see a 3rd point. It asks to add destination and you click OK. I'm not sure how many you can make, I think as many as you want. Then click the highway symbol and swipe up then click the "Route Stops". It's on this list that you can touch/hold each numbered point and move them up/down to rearrange them. Then click the top left arrow then the "Drive". You can then get going or swipe up and save the route again with the new points. One of the things I noticed is if you pick a point on a frontage road and you are on a highway, Genius maps will want you to take an exit and pass the point to eliminate it. So make sure you zoom in to get the point on the road or at the spot you want.

I did a video that shows a 3 point route. You don't hav to end it but I did for the hell of it.

https://youtu.be/2zbUgfL-2bY

Thanks for the info.....sounds complicated....not exactly user friendly ......
Have you tried using Rever for custom routes ??? If not, give it a try... I find it is easy to use and most importantly it works !!! Follows my custom routes much better then Basecamp..... I guess it all depends on what software you feel comfortable with....

[Flamewinger]

I will probably start using Rever when it’s available in BRP connect. I have it and I’ve signed up for a few challenges. Hopefully won’t be long.

[biker01red]

I will probably start using Rever when it’s available in BRP connect. I have it and I’ve signed up for a few challenges. Hopefully won’t be long.

When Rever is available on BRP Connect, I think you will enjoy using it.... I will be checking the BRP Connect website for available apps, watching for it to happen......

[ottawa-rider]

We should suggest Apps that we think would be a nice addition to BRP Connect.

I'll start by suggesting GasBuddy or some other similar app that lets you find the cheapest gas in the area that you find yourself in at the time.

[Bob Denman]

We should suggest Apps that we think would be a nice addition to BRP Connect.

I'll start by suggesting GasBuddy or some other similar app that lets you find the cheapest gas in the area that you find yourself in at the time.

How about:
Sirius XM
Fobo
The Weather Channel

[Flamewinger]

How about:
Sirius XM
Fobo
The Weather Channel

Rever and FOBO are “coming soon”. It already has Accuweather and ya, I’d like SiriusXM or iHeart Radio.