I'm looking forward to seeing this bike with added lights, crash bars and electric gizmos.

R Nine T (GS)'s WILL catch on!

 

I mounted my Garmin 665 right above the handlebar clamp using a RAM mount that replaces one of the Torx screws in the clamp. Sits perfectly centered with a clear view of the instruments.

Here's the mount:

RAM Motorcycle Handlebar Clamp Base with M8 Screws

 

Ram mount



Thanks Cross9T. You saved me time looking through the Ram Mount Catalog.

 

Bob's BMW has the GPS mount in their 9T parts fiche

 

photos lads, lets see how it looks please

 

Here's a picture:

 

I actually don't mind that at all! For those times you travel somewhere new thats not too bad there really.

 

we're lucky in Tassie, it's only about 3 hours in every direction before one hits a village or town or the island's edge ; in our Colonies we tend to generally only pick a direction of the compass and head for North or so.

Cross9T, you blanked out the BMW logo ... tsk tsk

 

I will be using my garmin on my 9T mainly for speed camera traps but it's also a bigger better speedo readout on the full screen than the 9T clocks ,also the trip count for fuel is great to as you can set the garmin as a fuel level as well as trip counter ,also great for talking on the phone whilst travelling and of course music

 

Mounted mine today. Didn't wanna cover up that piece of art handlebar clamp. Used a Ram mount on the left side of the clamp. I can see the gauges and that sweet clamp as well as my Garmin 550. Wiring was MUCH easier than I thought. It was easy to run the wires alongside existing ones (left side), and keep it hidden. Used the positive battery point and a steel on steel (lots of aluminum on this bike, especially under the seat) bolt under the aluminum hump just about 8" aft of the battery terminal. Plenty of wire in the Garmin cable for that.

 

If your garmin power lead has an in line fuse could you not of put the negative lead to the negative terminal on the battery

 

 

 

Have a suggestion, and question, to all the experienced riders here. Why not buy a SMALL tank bag, and mount the GPS there? Obviously, you only need it (I hope, as we are MEN who don't need maps) when you are touring. Wouldn't the extra space be nice for items too? Unless I am actually touring, I'm not much interested in the big bags (like BMW's) I have seen. They seem a bit of overkill. I'd almost rather spend the $20,000 on a spare GS, than mess up the looks of the NineT

 

I like my GPS for plenty of non touring days. It's best use is when I know that I need to be home at a specific time, I set the GPS for "home" and ride wherever I want, often getting lost. When the GPS says arriving at "_______ the specific time", I then just follow it home!

 

That's how I use mine as well. I scout for places that I've never been and head out, get lost, then use it to find my way back.
Fun solo riding.

 

Each to their own. I know that some rely on GPS to know when dinner is on the table or so they can find a particular place. I've used a GPS over the years quite a lot particularly on my GG's but some of my greatest experiences on a motorbike have started when I stopped a local or stranger and asked for directions or info.

He'll it's even started up a friendship or two. Must be something about the traveller in need ... And then.

Try it. You meet some amazing people and we need to stretch our legs every so often

 

I pretty much always ride with my GPS as I also use it as my stereo. I have the audio out cable routed towards the seat so I can plug in my headphones and unlike using your iPhone as a player, this way you can easily skip a track, adjust volume, etc. without risking an accident

 

I like my Garmin ZUMO (in the car as well) for the digital speedometer. It's more accurate and more visible.

 

This is the main reason I run with mine on my 9T also it's easy to access the trip and fuel gauge within the zumo whilst riding and the most important thing speed camera warnings I wouldn't be without mine

 

hopefully only the French, because they won't understand english..

 

And if they go to give you a ticket, threaten to attack them...they'll surrender!

 

GPS navigation systems: what do you like?

which GPS system is best for the 9T?

 

which GPS system is best for the 9T?

An iPhone with Google Maps or Waze (or the Garmin app). Small, incredibly versatile and mixes music and turn-by-turn voiceover. Best of all, no need for an extra box to worry about.

If the GPS signal is too weak for your world travels, double up with a 20X signal boost of the Racelogic VBox or a cheaper alternative. I have never run out of signal though.

 

Depends on your requirements. Personally I like the Garmins for their ability to easily plan routes on the laptop. I also use the ability to download the tracks and archive them on my PC. I use the Zumo 660 on the R 1200 GSA with the Touratech mount. For the other bikes I'm using the Garmin Montana. The big advantage (for me) of the Montana is that it runs a full day on batteries (rechargeable, or 3 regular AA) . So I can easily use it on all my other bikes without any cables to be installed. Personally I don't want a non removable GPS mount on my nineT.

 

Thanks for this appraisal. I'm looking for smaller unit, long battery life, and the simplest "on-off" mounting. Will only be used occasionally.

 

I've had the Zumo 665 and now the Garmin/BMW Navigator V.

I absolutely love the Nav V. It's much faster and i like the updated interface and the physical buttons on the mount.

The Zumo 665 has the benefit of an onboard speaker and Satellite radio.

Both are great for pre-planning trips and all the normal GPS functions.

I'm going to be selling my Zumo 665. Let me know if you'd be interested.

-Cross9T

 

I'm curious if any of you have ever used a GPS Speedometer before. Here's a link to a place that sells them, seems interesting for my current project. I guess I'm only wondering if it would be able to keep up? Would it update fast enough to be correct?

 

I have the Garmin 478 on the bars with a RAM mount. The only unit that still uses the GXM30 for Sat radio and Sat/NEXRAD realtime weather. And, can read the screen in full, bright sunlight. I have the BMW NAV V on my 2014 GS.

 

GPS on the Nine-T

I have picked up the BMW Navigator IV of my R1200R and now I want it build on my Nine-T. Anybody knows where can I find the socket?

 

I have picked up the BMW Navigator IV of my R1200R and now I want it build on my Nine-T. Anybody knows where can I find the socket?

Put in the search bar wiring gadgets to the nine t
To all newcomers there's so much info on the forum in the search area

 

Are we talking about the google search button or the search next to new posts in the top bar it works perfectly on my iPad

 

I use the Garmin Montana unit because I need the ability to use/manage .GPX tracks. Mostly for dual sport riding on my other bike where tracks are all I need, but for street rides too I prefer to follow tracks instead of routes.
No bluetooth, no XM, no turn by turn spoken directions on the Montana but much more flexibility when it comes to setting up the unit both on how things are displayed and how I manage tracks and routes, plus the ability to have birdseye satellite imagery or Topo maps loaded. The imagery is great when looking for a place to camp, I can look at the actual roads or trail instead of map data that might not be accurate. It's completely readable in direct sunlight too.
The Montana also acts as a remote for my Garmin Virb camera using a built in app and charges the spare VIRB battery, while one is in use one is being charged with no additional gadgets or wiring.

Lots of wiring info in the wiring gadgets sticky thread, like Bose pointed out.


Thread moved to Electronics.

 

I use the Garmin Montana unit because I need the ability to use/manage .GPX tracks. Mostly for dual sport riding on my other bike where tracks are all I need, but for street rides too I prefer to follow tracks instead of routes.
No bluetooth, no XM, no turn by turn spoken directions on the Montana but much more flexibility when it comes to setting up the unit both on how things are displayed and how I manage tracks and routes, plus the ability to have birdseye satellite imagery or Topo maps loaded. The imagery is great when looking for a place to camp, I can look at the actual roads or trail instead of map data that might not be accurate. It's completely readable in direct sunlight too.
The Montana also acts as a remote for my Garmin Virb camera using a built in app and charges the spare VIRB battery, while one is in use one is being charged with no additional gadgets or wiring.

Cool Info Lost. I've looked at that Virb, and wondered whether to get one of those or a GoPro. You have a much more specific need in your GPS than I do. I actually looked into the Montana and other models for back country use, but ended up getting topo maps for my nuvi. Not a good solution, and bad battery performance. For that use, I will probably get one of their better hand held (and AA battery) GPS's. Do you use the Tracks for your clients on tours? So you share those with them digitally, or print out instructions? From your pics and videos, I would imagine some of those routes are not even on mapped routes LOL. Tracks would be very helpful in those situations!

 

From an old GPS hand here, One thing some folks might consider, is if they want to also use the unit in a car. Personally, I have refused to purchase Navigation on any car I purchase new (which is few and far between these days), as I like to move my GPS from car to car. I find I use the Garmin software on my iPhone more than anything else these days, but still use my Nuvi on long trips. Next GPS I buy, I will purchase one that is useable both in the car, and my bike. On the other hand, due to certain issues, I will not be doing long trips on my NineT, so may just find a nice waterproof case and mount for my iPhone! (btw, the Garmin Onboard software for iPhone is seriously more sophisticated than Google or Apple Maps, and has a hook to Google maps for good local info). One caveat, the satellite reception is much more accurate and sensitive on a standalone, than on any current phones.

 

I agree completely,(though my 5S reception is perfect) there's no need to buy multiple devices or OEM GPS systems, I also use the Garmin app on my iPhone whenever I'm not using the Montana.
This RAM mount works great on a bike or in the car and for $60 you can have your iPhone or any smartphone waterproofed by Liquipel so no case needed.

 

I use this on my iPhone in my various cars. Difference is, I have a mounting plate in each car, and have their Move Clip system, on the iPhone, and my Nuvi, and can use either or in each of my cars.

Apple iPhone 5 / 5s with a Case Adjustable Holder for Wraps, Skins, Shields and Super Thin Cases with Cable Attachment*-*ProClip USA

Obviously not a fix for Motorcycles. I've used pro clip systems for as long as they have been around. IMHO, the most elegant system for cars. I defer to your suggestions for bikes. Good grief, when does this cash drain stop!