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<blockquote data-quote="Mtlben" data-source="post: 1214570" data-attributes="member: 86485"><p>I have the Zumo 350, which was the first release of their new gen GPS line.</p><p></p><p>I've had a really good experience with it: it never failed, pairs reliably with my Sena intercom and provides regular map updates. The motorcycle attachment also provides an easy and secure mount.</p><p></p><p>One downside is that even if the screen has a matte finish, it still shows reflections of my jacket. No problem whatsoever when I wear my black jacket, but really reduces the contrast when I wear my light beige summer mesh jacket.</p><p></p><p>I never used the 550, so I can't comment.</p><p></p><p>Regarding phone-based software, I do not know any one that provides decent planning capacity. To me, 90% of the fun is how I get there, so I like to carefully plan my route and cell phone Software just don't cut it. I own one on my iPhone that allows to modify the suggested routes (CoPilot Live), but I find it I end up fighting with it to force it out of the recommended route.</p><p></p><p>I tried using my cellphone while I was waiting for my Garmin, but found it was barely readable in sunlight, and was not usable with my gloves. There are options to make it waterproof, butI find it doesn't match the dedicated units.</p><p></p><p>Cellphones are an option if the cost of dedicated motorcycle GPS makes them out of reach, but they will come with considerable trade off.</p><p></p><p>...Ben...</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Mtlben, post: 1214570, member: 86485"] I have the Zumo 350, which was the first release of their new gen GPS line. I've had a really good experience with it: it never failed, pairs reliably with my Sena intercom and provides regular map updates. The motorcycle attachment also provides an easy and secure mount. One downside is that even if the screen has a matte finish, it still shows reflections of my jacket. No problem whatsoever when I wear my black jacket, but really reduces the contrast when I wear my light beige summer mesh jacket. I never used the 550, so I can't comment. Regarding phone-based software, I do not know any one that provides decent planning capacity. To me, 90% of the fun is how I get there, so I like to carefully plan my route and cell phone Software just don't cut it. I own one on my iPhone that allows to modify the suggested routes (CoPilot Live), but I find it I end up fighting with it to force it out of the recommended route. I tried using my cellphone while I was waiting for my Garmin, but found it was barely readable in sunlight, and was not usable with my gloves. There are options to make it waterproof, butI find it doesn't match the dedicated units. Cellphones are an option if the cost of dedicated motorcycle GPS makes them out of reach, but they will come with considerable trade off. ...Ben... [/QUOTE]
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