Hi, So collected my 2013 GT on Friday. 200 miles later - loving the bike. Got a load of new kit from helmet city - pity the helmet had a scratch and was kept by them and will be replaced this week as they had no more stock. So considering options for Satnav / music. Ive bought a Sena SMH10 Bluetooth setup which is nice and allows for integration to most Bluetooth devices and some form of control from the jog wheel mounted on the helmet. Bike Satnavs are not really cheap - so was thinking about getting a Nexus 7 tablet (with data connection) and using this as an all round device for maps / music etc. Of course the main issues are mounting and trying to waterproof the device and somehow still want it to be usable. Am I wasting my time with this idea and should I just go for a Zumo? If Zumo, which model is advised? I was looking at the 660 but a friend who has a few advises the 340. Thoughts?
Welcome to here and congrats on the new bike. Not sure I've heard of anyone using a tablet mounted to their Mutley before but I suppose, in theory, it could be done. I would think that it's too large to have fitted in the cockpit/handlebar area but I don't own one so can't really advise? I have the 660 fitted to my 2012 using the Navihalter mount which positions it above the clocks. It works well with the Sena and is waterproof. I noticed that Navihalter have produced a new mount for 2013 bikes (see http://ducatiforum.co.uk/f6/navihalter-multistrada-2013-14-a-20390/) or you could go for one of vau's designs: http://ducatiforum.co.uk/f6/garmin-zumo-550-660-a-20097/? Anyway, health to use your Mutley. Mark H
This is what I have. However on multi tank is plastic no so I would look for similar but attached by straps. MOTORCYCLE OXFORD SPORTS LIFETIME LUGGAGE MAGNETIC MAP HOLDER NEW (GOES ON TANK) | eBay
Satnav on an iPhone works well, a proper app is better rather than a data intensive app, especially out of coverage of course. I have a Zumo 660 and it works well. I was sceptical and figured I could survive with the iPhone but a dedicated device is easier and it still handles the iPhone, music and lots more.
Should have said, I have the navihalter and that mounts the Zumo fine, a big tablet would look and be wrong in use. It wouldn't have a useable screen when waterproofed and the colour tablet screens are lousy in sunlight.
Well been using mine with no issues, just like my phone. Both have dedicated GPS (not google maps or clones), both on full backlight are visible however I actually listen to it 80% of time, look at it about 3% (most of that 3% is at stand still looking where I go next and few just before bigger junctions) remaining 17% ignoring it as it is clearly wrong or I think it is clearly wrong hehe
Great article on it from one of my favourite bike gear sites here: Using a Tablet as a Motorcycle GPS - webBikeWorld You wouldn't need a data connection if you get either one of the free or paid for (Tom Tom, Garmin, Navteq etc) applications - even Google maps you can store the route offline - though that one would worry me a bit if you take a wrong turn or feel like exploring. Seems a decent way to get a good all in one device for use on the bike and at home, and considerably cheaper than a dedicated satnav unit even with the waterproof case etc.
Sena BT + Zumo or TomTom and any other 'mainstream' motorcycle tech (and most mobiles) should be no problem at all, if you go a bit off piste make sure to check you can get a BT connection - not all Bluetooth is equal, some devices just won't 'talk' to each other ;-)
Maybe this is the answer:- Sony Xperia Z2: Five great features you should know about New Experia Z2, nice device and waterproof!
Referring to the 7inch or the phone? Only reason for the 7inch is that it will double as a tablet I can use for other uses too, dont need it that large.
What bradders said. A tablet on a bike seems OTT to me and the hassle of never being able to leave it shouldn't be ignored. A phone as a satnav works or get a dedicated device. I bring my tablet when I'm camping (like right now in fact) so I can plan routes on a bigger screen and watch porn in the tent.
I used Google maps on my iphone4 for the first time this year when I was riding my bike on a long journey in Southern India. What a revelation. I tucked the phone in the map pocket on my tank bag, and plugged a set of earphones into it that I wore under my helmet. Leaving big cities, trying to get on the correct road is normally extremely tricky, and traditionally involves asking several people and interpolating their answers, all very trying with the language difficulties and wearing a crash helmet. Google maps, and the phone behaved faultlessly, and guided me out of the horror effortlessly, like having a guardian angel sitting on your shoulder, I was very impressed. Question for my Guru Rob: In 'Tips and tricks' on Google maps. Viewing maps offline. Download an area of the map so you can view it when you aren't connected to the internet. 1. zoom into an area of the map 2. search for 'O.K maps. Where is 'O.K maps'? cant find it anywhere. Is it possible to wear small earpieces under the crash helmet that can be linked with bluetooth to the phone, thereby eliminating the need to be connected to the phone?
You can use specific motorcycle bluetooth headset from the likes of Scala, Sena, etc all of which will get the sound to your ears with the added "benefit" of being able to receive calls too. Can also be used bike to bike/pillion as an intercom system too and usually have a glove friendly control system on the outside of your helmet Or you could use any bluetooth music in ear headphone from Sony, Jabra, Plantronics etc to get audio (some also come with mic but would be lost in bike usage as they are usually in the cable with tiny buttons) from a Satnav or phone. OK Maps is not a button. It's what you enter in the search tool. Probably to get round Apples usual restrictions... See this video for an example -
