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4.5 stars
"Prayers have been answered!"
Pros: Internal Antenna, Bluetooth, MP3, waterproof, bright touchscreen
Cons: Price, Expensive accessories (XM antenna SD Card), or No universal mount
Summary: First of all I am not a techie, and not an expert with many GPS devices. I received this gift from my fiancee for the holiday and it is a snap.
The bright touchscreen works with a glove hand. Also the screen is bright enough for daytime riding. Most touchscreens lose its visibility in the sunlight, but not the Zumo. This GPS device is awesome for a biker. Most of the controls are located on the left (clutch hand). Also this device has bluetooth capabilities that you can connect to your Bluetooth phone and make phone calls from the device. It will actually download your phonebook from your phone automatically.
I know many riders complain about not being able to plan their routes on the internet. No worries with the Zumo as well. You can plan trips with alternative routes etc.
Another great thing that bikers would love with this device is that the satellite antenna is actually internal. So no worries about extensive wiring for the satellite, but only one wire to connect the motorcycle mount to the battery.
The MP3 player is great too. You need to purchase a SD card for more music. And you have to use Apple iTunes for music downloads. It even stores pictures (a function that I really don't care about).
The Zumo isn't just for your motorcycles but it does include an automobile mount that comes with a speaker/microphone so you can hear warnings, directions, phone calls and music. It also can be connected to your 12V plug, so that the battery can recharge.
All and all this is a wonderful product. Another negative I would say is that the mount doesn't fit my 2004 BMW K1200GT (handlebar or clutch mount). I had to get a special mount to hold it.
No more riding just to get lost anymore. With the quick satellite connection, you'll always know were you are.
Where to buy
Garmin Zumo 550:
$592.77 - $899.99
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