Hi, i was just wondering if anyone could tell me the real differences between tomtom rider 1 and 2?
Are there any good (cheaper) alternative rider GPSs out there?
I’d also really appreciate any links to special deals that anyone knows about. One feature thats vital (they probably all have it) is ‘avoid highways’ as i’m still on L plates
-thanks =]
Check this: http://www.yournav.com/content/n/316/TT_RIDER_2_now_officially_presented.html
Cheaper might be car nav kept in tankbag map pocket or GPS receiver and software loaded on PocketPC or Smartphone.
The other option is Garmin Zumo. Tom Tom has the best maps and they look clearer. This is the one i’m going for.
Can anyone tell me what is ‘wrong’ with these products please?
There are a lot of similar GPS systems out there for around £70-80. Obviously they are inferior to the £200+ tomtom, but in what way? anyone know? is it just simple things such as less user friendly? difficult or impossible to use with gloves on etc.? Do these cheaper satnavs get the job done?
Appreciate any insight any of you can give me 
short of money I’d rather opt for 2nd hand but reliable stuff
Have you noticed they charge £25 for P&P?
For 100 quid you can get TT One in very good condition, you won’t find whole Europe map like on above mentioned systems, but do you really need it?
A while back halfrauds had the Tomtom 1 or whatever their basic car model for £127. Looks like a better option than the ebay stuff.
Looks dodgey to me. Stick to a brand name.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B000TXDOW4/ref=amb_link_macro_51478765
Tomtom 3 with bluetooth ahnd euro maps for £130 with free delivery is a bit of a bargain I think. I paid £340 for my Zumo 550 but it’s waterproof and recalculates very quickly when I take a wrong turn, even in London it seems to get back on track pretty quickly.
Hi- i’ve just bought the TT Rider 2. Must say it seems a really good piece of kit and comes with the SCALA Rider bluetooth headset bundled. This fit to my helmet (Caberg Rhyno) real well and the speaker fits so snugly into the space that accommodates your ears in most helmets- that I can’t feel it at all. The great thing about it is you can accept calls when on the road. something that buying a car satnav would not allow. The Rider links to your phone (if bluetooth enabled and compatable) and you can make calls (if stationery) and receive calls (on the go) by touching the Rider2 screen to accept the call. You can even send and receive text messages and access your phones contact list all by a few touches on the screen.
The ‘Ram’ mounting kit is really good and I will post photos as soon as I get some taken. It does depend on your bike and takes some experimentation to find the right place but it is all sturdy and well made. The only thing I’m not sure about is connecting it to the battery of the bike -which bypasses the need to re-charge) and will wait for my next service to get the dealership to handle that.
Although you could get something slightly cheaper and put in your tank bag- this really is the one to buy for a biker. It is designed so that you can operate it with gloves. It is very waterproof (eg tests include submersing in a meter deep water for 30 minutes.) You can easily transfer to your car -if you have one- just buy the in-car adapter kit. And as mentioned above it comes with a top of the range bluetooth headset (about £100 if bought seperately.)
If like me you have loads of driving to do as part of your job (i do calls at small businesses all over East London) then having something like this to pre-plan routes and to help get you there on time is great. Not to mention the hassle free rideouts you can pre-plan including fuel/food/drink stops etc.
Its a bit f a pain having to remove it each time you go in anywhere but it becomes second nature- like putting your disc-loc on.
The thing I find a bit annoying is the voice telling me where to go all the time but you can deactivate this with a few touches and even change to customized voices. the ozzy bloke is a good laugh.- besides not getting lost will make up for the voice which i suppose is the purpose of the rig.
Jonno
ps. Garmin do one for bikers too- but after reading heaps of reviews etc- for the UK/Europe the TT is apparently the better choice.
TomTom Mobile 6 FTW 
Wots wrong with a map and common sence then ? says he with satnav on fone lmfao
ok- quick update. Been using TT Rider2 for a couple of days now. Best thing is stopping at traffic lights and quickly giving your missus a call to ask what needs fetching from Sainsburys. I’ve now gone all sorts of different routes through London to get places- and have learnt a lot. Twice though I’ve been directed smack bang into the Olympic Park development with roads closed for construction etc but with 2 touches to the screen it recalculates. not sure why this is not updated in the maps though. Will download another update tonight. I suppose this is how they get you to subscribe to TomTom plus.
The headset is really cool and I like the function that it increases volume automatically when you go faster. The only thing i’ve been told is its not necessary for me to shout when I’m on the phone. they can hear me crystal clear. 
Battery life seems good.
In conclusion- great piece of kit- although clearly not needed when you do your usual commute etc. but very relaxing if you have to ride somewhere on the other side of the city and you know you can simply relax and get there without stopping when you get lost to whip out the mini a-z and looking like a burke.
