{"id":13656,"date":"2020-09-29T10:02:26","date_gmt":"2020-09-29T14:02:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/?p=13656"},"modified":"2020-09-29T12:23:20","modified_gmt":"2020-09-29T16:23:20","slug":"gps-for-your-motorcycle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/gps-for-your-motorcycle\/","title":{"rendered":"Why buy a GPS for your motorcycle?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Many of you are asking the question &#8230;&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:35|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;bounceInLeft&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label 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type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a210e5460130\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/gps-for-your-motorcycle\/#A_useful_gadget_for_your_rides\" >A useful gadget for your rides\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/gps-for-your-motorcycle\/#For_safety_and_to_avoid_getting_lost\" >For safety and to avoid getting lost\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/gps-for-your-motorcycle\/#The_budget\" >The budget\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/gps-for-your-motorcycle\/#The_usage\" >The usage\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/gps-for-your-motorcycle\/#The_peculiarities_of_the_device\" >The peculiarities of the device\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/gps-for-your-motorcycle\/#Connectivity_and_voice_commands\" >Connectivity and voice commands\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/gps-for-your-motorcycle\/#Why_buy_a_GPS_when_we_have_a_smart_phone\" >Why buy a GPS when we have a smart phone?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/gps-for-your-motorcycle\/#GARMIN_ZUMO_595LM\" >GARMIN ZUMO 595LM\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/gps-for-your-motorcycle\/#TOMTOM_RIDER_550\" >TOMTOM RIDER 550\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/gps-for-your-motorcycle\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_useful_gadget_for_your_rides\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">A useful gadget for your rides<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It goes without saying that the <strong>number one priority when riding your motorcycle is safety<\/strong>. After\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">having<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0all the necessary riding gear, there is another element to consider to be safe during your rides:\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">the<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0navigation systems \/ GPS systems. Whether to plan the route of a ride or <strong>simply to show you the way<\/strong>, the GPS is the most reliable tool to get you there!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">However, when you get into buying such a device, there are few important\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">elements<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0to consider. For example, its warranty, its connectivity, its mapping, and its size\u2026 to name just a few.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Why buying a GPS for your motorcycle?&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:35|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;bounceInLeft&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_safety_and_to_avoid_getting_lost\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">For safety and to avoid getting lost<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">When it comes to going on an <strong>adventure<\/strong>, the G<strong>PS becomes\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><strong>a<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>\u00a0man&#8217;s best friend<\/strong>! GPS lets you know exactly where you are and where you are going in real time. No more driving without knowing where to go, which light to turn\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">at<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0or\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">in<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0how many kilometers you will reach your destination. <strong>No more being\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><strong>stuck\u00a0in traffic\u00a0either<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>!<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The GPS <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">will<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0suggest alternative routes to avoid traffic jams. You will also be notified\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">about<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0the gas stations and restaurants\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">close<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0to your location. This little detail can be very useful when you need to refuel!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;12514&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span data-contrast=\"none\">So <strong>no more unnecessary stress<\/strong> because you missed your exit or because you\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">did not<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0turn left as you should<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">have<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">. You will be more\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">relaxed,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0and\u00a0your\u00a0driving will be much safer.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In addition, these devices easily attach to your handlebars allowing you to see maps and routes in front of you, while looking at the road.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;How to choose your GPS?&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:35|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;bounceInLeft&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_budget\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The budget<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">First, assess your <strong>budget<\/strong>. There are a multitude of choices on the market to confuse y<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">ou<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">! You will find GPS systems for all prices and for all types of use, depending on the brand, size, and functions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_usage\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The usage<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Next, you need to determine what <strong>type of use<\/strong> you\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">need it for<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">. Some people just want a good, reliable system to get from point A to point B. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Others will look for an advanced mapping system for excursions that will take\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">them<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0to extraordinary places. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">S<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">ome devices can even display the buildings around you in 3D, so that you can see where you are in the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">surrounding<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0environment. You can also <strong>save your landmarks and routes<\/strong> so you can\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">plan<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0future trips. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Finally, you will be able to add maps of different countries and \/ or regions, in order to widen your travel route options.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;12516&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_peculiarities_of_the_device\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The peculiarities of the device<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As with<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">everything on the market, you will find different devices with different characteristics. Among other things, the easier it will be to read your screen, the more you increase your chances of staying safe!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Indeed, the <strong>screen size<\/strong> may vary depending on the model chosen. Most devices have a minimum 4.3 inch<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">es<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0screen. It will be important to choose a screen large enough to clearly see the essential elements of your journey.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In addition, it is important to go to a touch screen that will be compatible with your <strong>motorcycle gloves<\/strong>. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Then find out about the <strong>autonomy of the device<\/strong>. It is imperative that the GPS can hold its charge for several consecutive hours. Some systems offer up to 8 hours of battery life so be sure to\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">get<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0inform<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">ed<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0before purchasing. You would not want the batteries to be dead after only an hour of use &#8230;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Finally, the <strong>waterproofness and solidity<\/strong> of your device are\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">an<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0essential criterion to consider in your choice. When riding a motorcycle, you do not always know what weather conditions you will be facing. Water, rain, winds, dust, mud &#8230; Mother Nature often has surprises for us,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">and not always the good kind<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">! So, the robustness and tightness of the device are not to be overlooked. Driving a motorcycle also generates significant vibrations and tremors. Your device will need to be strong enough to <strong>withstand impact from the road<\/strong>.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;12517&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Connectivity_and_voice_commands\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Connectivity and voice commands<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Connection services are elements to\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">validate<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0beforehand. Various options can be offered to you, some of which are essential such as: signaling danger or construction zones, dangerous turn warning, real-time traffic and route changes. This information is available through the device\u2019s Wi-Fi or 3G connection.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It should not be forgotten that certain GPS devices can be connected via <strong>Bluetooth<\/strong> to a communication system attached to your helmet. You can add a system like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cardosystems.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cardo<\/a> or\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sena.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sena<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, and you will hear voice commands transmitted by your GPS. <strong>Sometimes\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><strong>it is<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>\u00a0easier to trust your voice rather than looking at your GPS screen<\/strong>.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;12518&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;12519&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span data-contrast=\"none\">By the way, using these communications monitors, you can start your GPS, pause\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">it,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0or stop navigation. Voice control\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">does<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">not only save time but also allow<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0you to <strong>use your GPS safely<\/strong>.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_buy_a_GPS_when_we_have_a_smart_phone\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why buy a GPS when we have a smart phone?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Some popular applications such as <strong>Google Map<\/strong> or <strong>Waze<\/strong> are suitable mainly for driving cars, rather than motorcycles. The phones themselves are also not designed to withstand bad weather, or prolonged exposure to the sun and are incompatible with using them on your motorcycle.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;12520&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span data-contrast=\"none\">The phone will heat up very quickly\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">under<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0the sun and it may be damaged in the rain, mud and dust. Vibrations are also very damaging to telephone devices.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Here are two of the most popular models on the market!&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:35|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;bounceInLeft&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GARMIN_ZUMO_595LM\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/buy.garmin.com\/en-CA\/CA\/p\/536397#specs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">GARMIN ZUMO 595LM<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rechargeable lithium-ion battery\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Autonomy: 4 hours\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Screen: 5 inch<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">es<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Micro SD card not included\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Bluetooth\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dimensions: 14.9 x 9.7 x 3.3 cm\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Weight: 374.5 grams\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Wi-Fi connectivity via the &#8220;Smartphone Link&#8221; wireless application\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Waterproof: IPX7 guaranteed protection against bad weather and falls\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Screen resolution: 800 x 480 pixels\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Price: $ 899.99<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0 (price may vary)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;12522&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;12523&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TOMTOM_RIDER_550\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomtom.com\/fr_ca\/drive\/tomtom-rider\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">TOMTOM RIDER 550<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rechargeable lithium-ion battery included<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Autonomy: between 6 and 7 hours<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">4.3 inch<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">es<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0screen<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">16 GB internal memory<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Bluetooth<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dimensions: 13.6 x 8.8 x 3 cm<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Weight: 280 grams<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Wi-Fi connectivity<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Waterproof: IPX7 guaranteed protection against bad weather and falls<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Screen resolution: 480 x 272 WQVGA<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Price: $ 529.99<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0 (price may vary)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;12524&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;12525&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Choosing a navigation system is an adventure. While <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomtom.com\/en_ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TOMTOM<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.garmin.com\/en-CA\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">GARMIN<\/a> are the masters of the GPS market, there are other less popular brands that will do the job as well. Focus your energy on the specific purpose of your purchase, and don&#8217;t allow yourself to become overwhelmed with all the possible <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">comparisons. Also, stay on the lookout for new technologies because they evolve at the speed of light! Do not forget the following words during your research: budget and use! <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">With this said, I wish you a great shopping experience!\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Caro G. -xoxo-&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:40|text_align:left&#8221; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Yesteryear%3A|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;appear&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Cr\u00e9dit photo couverture: \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@harleydavidson?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Harley-Davidson<\/a>\u00a0on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/s\/photos\/motorcycle%2Bmap?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Unsplash<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=\"Many of you are asking the question ...\" font_container=\"tag:h2|font_size:35|text_align:left\"&hellip;","protected":false},"author":19,"featured_media":13676,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1771],"tags":[2567,2569,2566,2506,2556,2568,2570],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13656"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/19"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13656"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13656\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/13676"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13656"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13656"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13656"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}