Review: BRP Go! is going...going...GONE!!

[Flamewinger]

~~~Just guessing but I would imagine (from what you’ve said), when you have your smartphone connected to BRP GO or whatever the proprietary onboard electronic wizardry is called, perhaps the clock function on the dash is being run through your smartphone, then it's coordinated with the atomic clocks

Best,

Jake
Reddick Fla.
Even a blind squirrel finds a nut every once in a while

No, as a matter of fact the dash clock is not from the phone. The dash firmware uses the Bluetooth connection to make/receive phone calls and uses the BRP Go app to allow certain apps to show and work in the dash. The phone doesn’t provide any other info.

 

[sledge]

I just purchased an 2020 Spyder rt Limited, and wanted toi connect to the BRP app and display stuff on the Dash.

Well, to my surprise, an Android does not work, I get USB Malfunction, so I tried my wife's I Phone it connected.

I'm NOT going to get a I Phone, when there are items called Android Auto and Apple Car Play.

Rant concluded

the Can-Am Spyder all have Apple electronics ...well....at least mine does, and I was told they all do. and ( Steve Jobs ) Apple don't mix .

 

[Fatcycledaddy]

the Can-Am Spyder all have Apple electronics ...well....at least mine does, and I was told they all do. and ( Steve Jobs ) Apple don't mix .

BRP GO works great with android

 

[pauly1]

You might want to read all the other posts as it’s mentioned that BRP didn’t create the software/firmware. It was an independent developer. The “protocols” are the same for any smartphone integration system. Motorcycle or car.

It doesn't matter whom developed it, BRP put their name on it; a company doesn't develop anything without people. It was release without any sort of quality control to validate performance. It came as an undocumented, unsupported software program, with out any dealer being able to support it. Don't even try to integrate a helmet headset into the equation as someone has determined what can and cannot be done with the helmet audio. Stop implying people they are too stupid to run it and to suck it up because it's here to stay.

 

[Flamewinger]

It doesn't matter whom developed it, BRP put their name on it; a company doesn't develop anything without people. It was release without any sort of quality control to validate performance. It came as an undocumented, unsupported software program, with out any dealer being able to support it. Don't even try to integrate a helmet headset into the equation as someone has determined what can and cannot be done with the helmet audio. Stop implying people they are too stupid to run it and to suck it up because it's here to stay.

And you think the other motorcycle makers produced a better system?? You might want to read their forums as there are just as many complaints about what they have as we do. Many Goldwing owners still use a Garmin for the same reasons many Spyders owners are. They are not up to the latest tech and don’t know how it works!

I have had no problems connecting Uclear, Sena and Cardo headset with no issues because it’s the same process as any Bluetooth pairing.

Whether Apple Car Play, Android Auto, BRP Connect, HD Connect, BMW or Triumph’s TFT systems - They all require almost the same setup and produce the same or similar user interface. Currently, I don’t see a difference between ACP and BRP Go.

Many say they are engineers or electrical computer specialists or work in IT and can’t figure this simple system. I have no tech training or engineering degree yet I found it easy to figure out. Mostly, what I read are excuses.

 

[MRH]

I agree that few products are perfect or problem free, but they released this and made a big about deal about it, yet it really doesn't work in any reasonable way. CarPlay would have been an infinitely better option, or just leave well enough alone and don't add functionality that doesn't function. It makes no difference if they outsourced the work.

Other than that, my 2020 RT-L is an amazing machine, and it does work to just ignore that functionality and connect my phone to helmet directly. I'm grateful for that option.

 

[pauly1]

And you think the other motorcycle makers produced a better system?? You might want to read their forums as there are just as many complaints about what they have as we do. Many Goldwing owners still use a Garmin for the same reasons many Spyders owners are. They are not up to the latest tech and don’t know how it works!

I have had no problems connecting Uclear, Sena and Cardo headset with no issues because it’s the same process as any Bluetooth pairing.

Whether Apple Car Play, Android Auto, BRP Connect, HD Connect, BMW or Triumph’s TFT systems - They all require almost the same setup and produce the same or similar user interface. Currently, I don’t see a difference between ACP and BRP Go.

Many say they are engineers or electrical computer specialists or work in IT and can’t figure this simple system. I have no tech training or engineering degree yet I found it easy to figure out. Mostly, what I read are excuses.

You've provide no useful information other than to say you are smarter than us. The system came without documentation and absolutely zero dealer support. If there is no complete documentation on what it was designed to do, all you've done is adapt to what you discovered its limited functionality is.

Here's one that came with complete documentation: https://serviceinfo.harley-davidson.com/sip/content/document/view?id=1744079076430222675

 

[Spyderrg]

I bought the Garmin Zumo for my F3Limited. It is perfect for GPS, headset connect, and my Samsung Android. Harley, Honda and others have integrated larger displays. I wonder if Garmin would be an option for BRP to work with going forward. Replace the clunky interface with one larger touch screen interface and hop skip the competition with user friendly interface. BRP could integrate it into their Seadoos, and off road vehicles. BRP connect needs to be GONE.

 

[CKelley]

BRP Go

It took me a while to get the "original" BRP Connect to work well. When it was finally working, they switched to BRP Go. It does seem to have some benefits, but it is so hit and miss. It disconnects anytime I answer a phone call. Sometimes (often) it just stops responding after it is connected. Since it's in the front "glove" box its not like you can grab it to reconnect. Very frustrating. I have a 2021 RT Limited

 

[askitee]

~~~~WIS here (Watch Idiot Savant). I’m obsessed with automatic watches. Never cared for quartz. Current wrister Im having a love/hate relationship with is a Black Bay Heritage, its COSC cept better as Tudor aimed for -2+4. When I bought it last September, it actually kept perfect time for 3 weeks then would lose a second, that was up until a few weeks ago when either i dropped it or came in contact with some heavy magnetism. I’ll prolly send it to a watchmaker I know and let him dial it back in, see if I cant keep it that way…

In regards to the clock on our Spyders, I’ve never set mine up, nor do I look at it. If you want to know what time it is, look at your smartphone, they’re coordinated with the atomic clocks. The current Spyder clocks will never be. Yeah so if I’m riding my Spyder and don’t want to be bothered checking my wristwatch, then I’ll make sure my phone is on in the cradle attached to the handlebar before shoving off


Best,


Jake
Reddick Fla.
It’s never too late to have a happy childhood

My smart phone goes in the Topbox

 

[Flamewinger]

My smart phone goes in the Topbox

When I had an earlier model, I used my iPhone as a GPS or it stayed in my pocket.

 

[Lee0123]

I considered using BRP Go on my 2022 RTL but if I integrate my Cardo, iPhone, and Garmin Zumo to work with BRP Go then everytime I move over to ride my Homda I would have to make the Cardo, iPhone, and Garmin Zumo work without BRP Go. Then when I go back to the RTL I would need to reintegrate the devices into BRP Go again. That is just too much fiddling around for me. I'll be using my Cardo to get calls and music from the iPhone and direction from the Zumo on both bikes.

I think that BRP Go is a nice concept. When I down size to just the Can Am I will give it a try.

 

[Flamewinger]

I considered using BRP Go on my 2022 RTL but if I integrate my Cardo, iPhone, and Garmin Zumo to work with BRP Go then everytime I move over to ride my Homda I would have to make the Cardo, iPhone, and Garmin Zumo work without BRP Go. Then when I go back to the RTL I would need to reintegrate the devices into BRP Go again. That is just too much fiddling around for me. I'll be using my Cardo to get calls and music from the iPhone and direction from the Zumo on both bikes.

I think that BRP Go is a nice concept. When I down size to just the Can Am I will give it a try.

You can’t integrate the Garmin into the Spyder dash or BRP Go. Both the Spyder and Goldwing (and any other smartphone system) tell you NOT to pair headset to the phone. Once you’ve set the phone up to work with the bikes, they stay set up. You don’t have to reintegrate things as it’s already set up.

If set up correctly, you can use the phone in both bikes and you don’t need the Garmin. You unlock the phone and open BRP Go app when you’re gonna ride the Spyder. You plug the phone into the cable on the Goldwing and either use the Garmin or ACP with the GPS app on the phone. Simple.

 

[Deanna777]

My smart phone goes in the Topbox

My Smart phone does not fit in the glove box( I have a 2023 F3 LTD Special Series), so sometimes I put my phone in the trunk, or in the phone craddle which is on the handlebar.

Deanna

 

[Deanna777]

My Smartphone(Tracphone) is paired with the BRP Connect.

Deanna

 

[BigPoppa]

As I posted in a similar thread I really wanted to like the BRP Go app but I found the compatible GPS apps lacking. Now that I’ve wired up my Garmin Zumo XT, I find connecting my iPhone via bluetooth to be sufficient. I can plug in my iPhone to charge while it’s in the glove compartment and still listen to my music library as well as make/receive phone calls. My stand-alone GPS does fine with letting me know if traffic is heavy or not.

If BRP Go would enable compatibility with Apple/Google maps I wouldn’t mind switching back to it but until then, it’s a stand-alone GPS and bluetooth for me.

 

[Flamewinger]

As I posted in a similar thread I really wanted to like the BRP Go app but I found the compatible GPS apps lacking. Now that I’ve wired up my Garmin Zumo XT, I find connecting my iPhone via bluetooth to be sufficient. I can plug in my iPhone to charge while it’s in the glove compartment and still listen to my music library as well as make/receive phone calls. My stand-alone GPS does fine with letting me know if traffic is heavy or not.

If BRP Go would enable compatibility with Apple/Google maps I wouldn’t mind switching back to it but until then, it’s a stand-alone GPS and bluetooth for me.

Both Sygic and Genius Maps do the same thing as a Garmin. Traffic HUD and more all with a much faster CPU. Genius Maps is so easy to plan a route.

https://youtu.be/55jXTtQuJeY

 

[BigPoppa]

Both Sygic and Genius Maps do the same thing as a Garmin. Traffic HUD and more all with a much faster CPU. Genius Maps is so easy to plan a route.

https://youtu.be/55jXTtQuJeY

True but Sygic does require a subscription and Genius Maps requires what appears to be a one time purchase depending on features. I already had my Garmin from my previous bike. Since I have an RPM membership, Rever's Pro subscription is free for me but I really hated using their app. I find my Garmin easy to use in the interim. I'm still hoping BRP enables Apple/Google maps support. Then I'll be more than happy to go back to it.

 

[Lee0123]

Thanks for all the responses. I have had the Garmin Zumo since it came out and I am used to it. It is paid for and the updates are free. I frequently ride in cell phone dead zones so Sat. Nav. is preferred. I like the mode in the Zumo that essentially picks roads that only the residents, postmen, and garbage collectors go down. My daughter would say I'm just an old codger that is too set in his ways to change.

 

[Peteoz]

I frequently ride in cell phone dead zones so Sat. Nav. is preferred.

Just a comment on your above sentence, Lee, as there are many who don’t understand this. Sorry to sound like a stuck record, but the more people who are made aware of this, the better -

If you buy a dedicated GPS app for your phone, like Sygic, TomTom etc, at around $40 p.a., it does not matter if you ride in cell phone dead zones, as you will always have a satellite connection on your phone.
Those apps use the satellite capabilities and receivers already existing in your smart phone to communicate, and have no need for cell towers. :2thumbs:

Pete