What GPS

[Shep]

Got any suggestions for a GPS setup for a 1200GS, I've never used any GPS products before, so would need advice on operation ie is it best to use a system with screen prompts, or do they have an ear piece ( I use a schuberth C2 helmet)
Security?
Mounts (above or below clocks)?
Extra power socket location or hardwire?

I need a cost effective set up that would cover Europe & Eire
I don't mind spending the money if i am going to use all the features available, I just can't stand buying something with all the whistles and bells then not using anything other than the simple set up.
Any suggestions regarding GPS appreciated!

See ya soon!

 

[Taff]

Shep. Have a look at this
http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=25313 I think it will cover most of what you want to know - it certainly helped me make up my mind.

I was in a similar situation a few months ago, but in the end opted for a Garmin Street Pilot 3 (SP3). I haven't totally got the knack of it yet, but it seems to be capable of doing everything I will need. Just as a guide, the GPS cost me approx £400 from Aspids, the Migsel mount cost £50, Ram add ons approx £20, and the audio connection to plug in my helmet £20 from the NEC earlier this week.

As a guide for you, we tested the system for the first time in anger this weekend - relying 100% on the GPS, and set a route from South West Wales to the hotel in Broad St, Birmingham and another route back (with a few additional waypoints included just to give it a bloody good test) & it worked a treat. I have not used mine in Ireland, but apparently the coverage is shite - I don't know why and dont know if they intend sorting it.

Until you've done your homework, I would not be tempted to buy from e-bay, at least until you know the cost of a new one. I have seen 2nd hand units sell on e-bay for £150 more than the cost of a brand new one. Dont rush - there are loads on e-bay and they appear on this site pretty frequently. There are far more expensive units than the one I bought, but the SP3 so far at least is certainly good enough for what I need it for.

 

[GS_BOTT]

GPS

Hello

I've just put a post in bargains about one, don't know what its like but seemed good value for money, and possibly one to checkout, think i will have a look myself, but they seem to go quickly if there any good.

Cheers Paul

 

[schnauzer]

another thing, make sure your vendor has the stock, there seems to be a bottleneck on garmin gps's at the moment

 

[Shep]

Thanks for your response to this, the thread lead above answered alot of questions for me

Thanks again

Great Site!

Regards Shep