Installation of Garmin Zumo 660 GPS for Spyder RTS

[MaggieMae]

Has anyone installed or had installed a Garmin Zumo 660 GPS for a Spyder RTS. I am interested in purchasing a Garmin, but do not want to go to the dealer to do so. I already had them install a CB communication system and that was pretty costly. :yikes: I have the audio system that allows me to hear everything through a helmet headset.

Is it possible to order the bracket needed to install the Garmin on my Spyder. I have a mechanic friend who says he can install it for me just need the parts to attach to my Spyder. Thanks for your help!!! ray:

 

[vendit]

Can am sells a kit that has the mounting bracket and wiring harness for $150. Then you can go to Amazon and get a Zumo 660 for about $650.

 

[NancysToy]

The GPS Support & Harness kit is P/N 210400318 for the grey, with an MSRP of $149.99, and P/N 219400322 for the chrome, with an MSRP of $219.99.

 

[MaggieMae]

Your the best!

:2thumbs: You guys are great! - thanks so much - I will call them on Monday. :clap: :clap: :clap:

 

[SpyderDen]

But...............Don't plan on the BRP kit for $200 bucks or so to work like the $1200 BRP kit. Just went through this deal. The chrome or grey metal mount will NOT let you mount a Garmin Zumo 660, 665 and have it work like the LTD or the factory installed kit. You are missing much of the cabling that comes with the BRP kit. Still doesn't justify $1200 but makes it alot closer.

 

[SpydermanCT]

I purchased a Can-Am kit on eBay for $850 from this dealer. I thought it was a real steal !

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...0833697057&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK:MEAFB:IT

 

[ThreeWheels]

But...............Don't plan on the BRP kit for $200 bucks or so to work like the $1200 BRP kit. Just went through this deal. The chrome or grey metal mount will NOT let you mount a Garmin Zumo 660, 665 and have it work like the LTD or the factory installed kit. You are missing much of the cabling that comes with the BRP kit. Still doesn't justify $1200 but makes it alot closer.

I don't think that's wholly correct.

The original poster said that he already has the ability to hear his radio through his helmet via the BRP installed system, so I surmise all the BRP cabling is installed.

What will be missing is the BRP specific files on the Zumo. One is the Spyder SRF file which provides for a Spyder RT vehicle icon on the GPS screen. There are two gpi files that provide for a listing of all the Spyder dealers to show up in the "Where To" screen. These files are available on the internet, or can be e-mailed if someone asks. The dealer location is actually two files.
The BRP specific splash screen, the screen that opens up when you start the BRP version of the Zumo is burned into the firmware and can only be obtained by purchasing the BRP branded Zumo. In my opinion, this is inconsequential. You can make your own splash screen should you choose.
You need to be able to connect your Zumo to your computer. The RT Vehicle icon and the Dealer list are posted by ThankunRT at SpyderRyders.com. I can't take any credit for this. It was HAWK from this forum who originally found the posting.

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...ce-on-Zumo-660&p=336798&viewfull=1#post336798

ThankunRT's original post is here:

http://spyderryders.com/index.php?/topic/74-garmin-zumo-660-dealer-list-rt-icon/

To install the Spyder vehicle icon follow these directions:

INSTALLATION

• 1. Connect the Zumo to a computer, open the Garmin Directory.
• 2. Open the Garmin Folder.
• 3. Open the Vehicle folder.
• 4. Copy the new file to this folder.
• 5. Disconnect the Zumo, power up the Garmin and select the new Vehicle.

To install the Dealer POI files along with the Spyder icon in the where two follow these instructions:

INSTALLATION

• 1. Connect the Zumo to a computer, open the Garmin Directory.
• 2. Open the Garmin Folder.
• 3. Open the POI folder.
• 4. Copy the new files to this folder.
• 5. Disconnect the Zumo, power up the Garmin and you will have an icon for the Dealer List.

There is a whole video on this site on how to install the GPS. It's located here:


http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/media.php?do=details&mid=145


Unfortunately, this site won't let me post the zip file, but I can e-mail it if you send an address.

I can't take any of the credit for this. All I did was collate the data.

P.S. Manage attachments says I can post a zip file, but when try, I get an error code telling me the file is invalid. Lamont.....Any ideas ??

 

[Tonga]

Garmin

I can't justify that much money for a GPS on my RT but a friend has a Harley with a Nuvi 255w on and it has been through rain and shine for two years now. I said it was not water proof but he smiled and said "it works" so it has me wondering. $99.00 is a cheap try out and would mount it out of the weather beside the speedo. Just need power there maybe in were the pop outs for gauges I don't have should go. I could put a 12 volt plug there in one of the pop outs and mount the garmin bracket just in front of it under the dash. My buddies garmin is stuck to his gas cap with a suction mount and that it right out there. He told me he has not taken it off in the rain. Worth a try!

 

[MMcc]

Garmin

Garmin makes a Nuvi 500 or 550 both are waterproof. Had mine on the Honda then the RS and now the RTS. Never a moisture problem. On eBay for around $150.

 

[Y Rider]

The GPS Support & Harness kit is P/N 210400318 for the grey, with an MSRP of $149.99, and P/N 219400322 for the chrome, with an MSRP of $219.99.

No need to spend the extra $70 for the chrome version of the mount. I have the chrome handle bars but kept the grey mount. You never see the chrome anyway because it will be hidden by either the GPS or the protective cover.

 

[NancysToy]

Garmin makes a Nuvi 500 or 550 both are waterproof. Had mine on the Honda then the RS and now the RTS. Never a moisture problem. On eBay for around $150.

Note that there is no audio output on the Nuvi 500 series, and they are not compatible with the BRP bracket & cable.

 

[billythekidd]

I already had my Zumo 660 from my Victory Vision. I just bought the Kewl Metal GPS mount and the BRP harness that plugs in near the right saddlebag and everything works just as it is supposed to. Got the GPS from Getfeetwet for about 650. Oh yeah, I installed it all in about an hour and a half. It was the first time I took off any panels so it took a bit longer. The info I found on hear was very helpful in tearing the thing apart. That was 11k miles ago and not one problem.


Willy

 

[ricford]

Note that there is no audio output on the Nuvi 500 series, and they are not compatible with the BRP bracket & cable.

When you say Nancy, you mean Betty Jo Bialawski right?

 

[JayD]

Garmin

I just use a regular garmin I took out of my truck. Been on the bike for 11, 000 miles no problrms. I drilled a hole through the suction mount on the garmin and bolted to the center of the handlebars on my 2014 RTS.

 

[viperryder]

Garmin mounting

I have a 2014 RT-S and purchased a Garmin 660 and have mounted it in the spot where my gas gage was. I purchased a separate mounting device from local vendor( Value Accessories) and have plugged it into my CB harness. The plug is located on the right side ( sitting on the Spyder) by the gas tank under the seat. I also have a volt meter gage on the right side, this I where I get my 12 volts for power. Good luck.:bowdown::bowdown:

 

[pegasus1300]

I had a GPS on my 2012 RT L. I lost it. I don't know how or where but it is gone. Does anyone have just the GPS unit itself they would be interested in selling?mI have everything else mounted on the bike I just need the GPS head.

 

[harry1025]

wiring acc

I can't justify that much money for a GPS on my RT but a friend has a Harley with a Nuvi 255w on and it has been through rain and shine for two years now. I said it was not water proof but he smiled and said "it works" so it has me wondering. $99.00 is a cheap try out and would mount it out of the weather beside the speedo. Just need power there maybe in were the pop outs for gauges I don't have should go. I could put a 12 volt plug there in one of the pop outs and mount the garmin bracket just in front of it under the dash. My buddies garmin is stuck to his gas cap with a suction mount and that it right out there. He told me he has not taken it off in the rain. Worth a try!

ok don't go putting cig lighter plugs all over your bike www.edotechsupply.com sells wiring for gps/sat radio/and a lot of other acc. so you can wire right to your battery or other point on your bike I had this on my vstar worked perfectly also used in my car my gps on my spyder is suction cupped to my windshield on an experimental trial along with my sat radio so far so good

 

[redrt]

Just put one on Vickies RT she loves it had a kit for my F3S used it on her bike still have to put all the wires inside the tupperware,good project for this winter. Jim

 

[Willard]

MY 12 I put a ball mount on the bars, used a regular Garmin for $79. from WalMart, ran the wire for power to the Battery Tender plug under the seat! Works great whole setup less than a$100.!! Starts Raining I usually put it in the trunk. Not always and it works great.

 

[JayD]

Install GPS

This is how I installed a standard automotive garmin on my tri axis bars. There is a center screw hole on the t ri axis bars that is not used for anything. I've got almost 12, 000 miles in the garmin without problems. I just routed the power under the tupperware to the frunk an pluged it into my battery tender connection.