Why should motorcyclists use a GPS device?
14.03.2024
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Are you a motorcyclist looking for new adventures? Whether it's three days or 30 minutes, on the road or off-road – discover the route of your dreams with the rugged Garmin zūmo® series . Built to withstand the elements and rough terrain, Garmin motorcycle navigators such as the zūmo® XT2 are packed with features designed for riders and made for motorcycles.
The zūmo XT2 lets both solo and group riders enjoy any adventure. And that's just the start of what it offers.
Touring and riding off the beaten path doesn't have to mean you're "off the grid". With the zūmo XT2, you can embrace your adventurous side with unique off-road features, such as easy map switching to access topographic maps and BirdsEye Direct satellite imagery, so you know where you are and where you're heading.
Top features
What makes the zūmo XT2 special? Of course, it looks great and is easy to read thanks to its ultra-bright, sunlight-readable 6-inch display. And it's undoubtedly rugged and built to last in all elements, but you'll be surprised by how many features it offers.
- Garmin Adventurous Routing™: life is full of twists and turns. With adventurous routing, you decide how many. Plus, you can avoid straight, boring roads, which means fewer highways. Choose your road preferences via adventurous routing to ensure a true motorcycle adventure with all the hills, curves and sights. So leave it to your zūmo to make the ride more enjoyable.
- Great rides: before heading out on your next ride, use the "Great rides" feature to discover new and popular routes through the Garmin Tread® app downloaded to your compatible smartphone. Bookmark the route that suits you best and it will sync automatically with your navigator. After the trip, add a difficulty rating and upload photos to share with other riders in the Tread app.
- Popular routes: sometimes it's better to copy other people's homework. Whether you're still learning your motorcycle navigator or you're in a new area, use the popular routes feature to see popular motorcycle routes others have discovered.
- Group ride mobile: the perfect day for a ride with your crew? With the group ride mobile feature1 communicate in real time and see where your friends are right on the zūmo XT2 screen. Group ride mobile lets you communicate with nearby riders using preset messages, voice commands and real-time locations on the map.
- Ride summaries: want to relive a recent trip? In the Tread app, you can see how fast you rode, accelerations and decelerations, elevation and other stats. How? When you reach your destination, your device automatically displays all the details of your ride – your ride summary. Save your summary to improve your next adventure and consider sharing it with a friend.
Supporting features
In addition to the features above, you can get even more out of your motorcycle navigator with music streaming, alerts and connectivity.
- Music: get in the zone while riding. Stream your favourite tracks from the navigator or a compatible smartphone straight to your helmet or headset.
- Rider alerts: stay aware of hazards on your route. From sharp curves to speed changes and more – you'll be warned of surprises early.
- Connectivity: stay connected through a range of features, including wireless updates, live traffic and weather, inReach® satellite communicator3 compatibility, BLUETOOTH® connectivity, incident notifications and more.
Plan your route
You can easily plan your next route on the latest zūmo devices using the visual route planner or in the Tread app on a compatible smartphone. Just as a little planning can make your life run more smoothly, the same goes for your next ride. To learn more, watch the route planning video below.
Ready to make your own way? For more information about Garmin motorcycle navigators, click here .
1 Tracking via Group Ride Mobile requires the Tread app running on your and each friend's compatible smartphone with BLUETOOTH® technology and an active mobile data connection.
2 Group tracking with the Group Ride Radio accessory is only available to riders using the zūmo XT2 navigator and the Tread app. . Connection to vehicle power is required for group tracking and push-to-talk microphone functions. Pair the zūmo XT2 with your helmet or headset (not included) with BLUETOOTH® technology for hands-free communication. zūmo XT2 devices also require the Group Ride radio Y-adapter cable (sold separately).
3 Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is the user's responsibility to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used.
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