2025 RT Ltd GPS/Navigation - will it work with Android phones, or must I have an iPhone & headset?

[Blake33]

I have a 2018 Spyder RT Ltd that I bought new. Thinking about possibly trading it in on a 2025 RT Ltd, but have a question about the 2025's GPS navigation implementation.

Since I got my current Spyder I have used my Android phone in conjunction with BRP Connect and Sygic to provide the in-dash navigation function. However from what I have read, it appears that starting in 2024 when BRP introduced the 10.25" dash screen the new Spyders are no longer compatible with Android phones for the GPS/Nav. function.

If that is correct and I decide to upgrade to a '25 RT Ltd, it appears that in order to implement the GPS/Nav. function I would also have to purchase both an iPhone and a helmet headset and set things up using Apple CarPlay.

I would very much appreciate any information someone may be able to provide about this so I can better understand what I'd be getting into with my potential upgrade.

Thanks.

 

[racoon]

If that is correct and I decide to upgrade to a '25 RT Ltd, it appears that in order to implement the GPS/Nav. function I would also have to purchase both an iPhone and a helmet headset and set things up using Apple CarPlay.

Yes, if you want navigation on the Spyder's display.

You can still mount your Android phone on the handlebars, and use it to navigate without using the Spyder's display.
The question I don't know the answer to is wheter you can Bluetooth pair your Android phone with a helmet headset.

 

[jzeiler]

It was a lot cheaper just to buy a Garmin Zumo XT2 plus it can receive weather overlay on the map as well as traffic if your Android phone is running Garmin Tread app.

 

[baxter]

As it says - it runs Apple Carplay so you need an Apple iPhone to communicate. One can use a Bluetooth receiver plugged into the rear power USB to make the bike think that it is a headset and Carplay will work.

 

[Blake33]

As it says - it runs Apple Carplay so you need an Apple iPhone to communicate. One can use a Bluetooth receiver plugged into the rear power USB to make the bike think that it is a headset and Carplay will work.

Thanks to all who replied to my question. Much appreciated!

 

[McClendons]

I am considering a '25 as well, I wonder if anyone has tried a MagicBox 2 (or now 3) to make an android work. The magic box hooks to the bike as a CarPlay device, but hooks to the phone as an android auto. Works well in cars, and I would think would work on an RT. Hoping someone has given it a shot.

 

[Jetfixer]

I'm using the INNOVV N1Pro on my 2025 RT S2S. It's Android Auto and Apple Car Play plus a dashcam. It works perfectly and I have it setup to start Waze automatically. Great for navigation and road hazard warnings (read police) in the helmet through my Cardo.