Four wheels move the body. Two wheels move the soul.

Video at Amazon.com See the Zumo series Garmin is tailored specifically for motorcycle riders hardware serial and met in this regard its application, differs technically or in the software interface but only slightly from the current level comparable navigation devices. The interplay of the individual components and the ENTIRE use (Navi tire pressure system power-Bluetooth signals etc.) in practice comes at a price, which is also reflected in this entry Bundle.

In this respect, it is pointless to make detailed thoughts about the price / performance ratio. Motorists are on this system only recourse if a simultaneous use, for example during the summer months on the bike out of the question. Conversely, serious Navi alternatives for two-wheeled friends in this quality and functionality in the market are barely palpable, apart from TomTom Rider devices once.

The Zumo 390lm respect its haptic processing and perfectly. Well, really smart looks different, but the later application is taking its toll. The Navi is fully encased in hard plastic, all connections are behind (for) hinged lids. Only in this embodiment, the device is weather-resistant, can withstand hopefully even a gentle fall and also goes to longer trips in the rain not immediately into early retirement. The display is not quite on the current state of technology, the resolution might lags even a little of your time afterwards, but the touch screen responds quickly, solid and trouble free. This applies expressly also when using gloves. The hoped and desired functional implementation.

The delivery of the above bundles provides a small "completely carefree package". In addition to the mount and charger for the car, are all materials for immediate installation, incl. Cabling to the motorcycle itself, attached. These two tire pressure sensors that allow the control of the respective tire pressure at Navi radio. Safety First is the motto here, a slogan which is quite so in an emergency will be able to save lives.

Crafters and hobbyists will probably do the attachment of the device on the handlebars and with additional power on their own. In the workshop of my choice a price of 20 will ensure depending on complexity, - 40 called. After all the accessories function as expected, an alternative course is also the use in pure battery mode (approximately six to seven hours of run time) available. The Navi even budge in its own holder and is pleasing vibration, the rear tightly bolted ball bearings goodness.

During the trip, the acoustics, despite good sound quality and high volume, may not always understand clearly. Who does not want to completely rely on the visual display in these situations, can rely on helmets with built-in Bluetooth device or a separate Bluetooth headset. Somewhat annoyed I was initially on the preset, permanent whistle at each input, whose volume can however be reduced or switched off completely. However, any voice message has disappeared in the latter case then. Too bad that there is no clear separation was made between tone and outgoing message.

The implementation and operation of the new Zumo is, as already mentioned, state of the art and in fact on par with comparable navigation devices. Supposed little things like the Lane Assistant or traceable 3D representation lure currently no new buyers flock more to the door, but at the same time be expected and immediately sorely missed. In this respect, Garmin are but fortunately no nakedness. On the contrary, the destination and route calculation will fix and straightforward by equip. The ability to specifically plan winding roads is, of course, tailored for bikers, also to enjoy albeit with some caution. This alternative often differs not so much from the original calculation and still leads to cuts of highways - probably the price for the fact that a hardcore curve path would often end up in real no man's land.

The device has some gimmicks and features on board that are specially tailored to motorcyclists. The ability to store the own service intervals, in order to make timely inspections unwelcome or tire pressure, oil change, etc. can be a real help. Even little things like the display of the sunset help in daily planning. In this regard, the display and the information that is output from Navi, almost arbitrarily configurable to your own wishes.

But where a lot of light, there is shadow. Still an intuitive with as few clicks operation is not fully implemented. Although the demolition of a route is submitted now done by means of a button on the display, but the re-planning still takes some time to complete. But at these screws seems Garmin to working hard, at least the Skip-system for easy skipping originally planned milestones was completely new to me. Also good - the announcement of street names is a real relief in the dense urban jungle. And for completeness - lifelong map update earns a small plus asterisks. Although keeping the existential changes on the German road network in recent years significantly limited. But maybe it looks in the other, included in the map pack "the whole of Europe", 45 countries since better.

Conclusion: what is good, always comes back. The Garmin Zumo at least subject to a permanent, thorough improvement work by the manufacturer. Motorcyclists with an appropriate radius and many years kilometers, the device will be a loyal and reliable companion on many tours and excursions, bringing the acquisition costs are amortized relatively quickly. Whether a navigation on the handlebars but must be recorded even under the slogans "Easy Rider", everyone must decide for themselves.