New TomTom Urban Rider GPS - press release

[slofox]

I think things will be different when i get a real job lol.

Don't bet on it...

[Devil]

Is this the same as the TomTom 'Rider' that has been available overseas for quite a long time? or a new model?
Does it have external memory slot? (SD or whatever).
Does it play MP3's?

[Spearfish]

I use a cheap tardme special with igo8 software with nz aus maps. (just under 100 bucks new)
Velcro dots to hold it on or the screen mount on the speedo face works (gps removes the manufactures optimism).
I've left it going in my jackets outer pocket with earphones so the spoken directions come over its built in mp3 player.
Comes with games or even movies to pass the time at the 3 min light change intervals in Auck's CBD and a reverse camera plug! (could be a good way to have a naked no mirrors look to the bike?)
Short batt life though, so its plugged into the bikes batt.

[slofox]

Is this the same as the TomTom 'Rider' that has been available overseas for quite a long time? or a new model?
Does it have external memory slot? (SD or whatever).
Does it play MP3's?

Not the same as the "rider"

[Adenau]

The Urban Rider sold in Europe comes with out a so called active charging holder, this holder has not been in stock for some time, and even if you order on a web shop you will probably get a mail with 2-3 months delivery time.
The claimed battery life is greatly over estimated, normally it might last as little as 4 hours even after fully charged -
If you charge with a USB cable on your bike you have to open a hatch where water also might enter the unit.
I have been told that both Detlev Louis "Delo", (Germany largest motorcycle equipment supplier) and Touratech have stopped selling Tomtom due to hopeless delivery times and support issues.

[fliplid]

The Urban Rider sold in Europe comes with out a so called active charging holder, this holder has not been in stock for some time, and even if you order on a web shop you will probably get a mail with 2-3 months delivery time.
The claimed battery life is greatly over estimated, normally it might last as little as 4 hours even after fully charged -
If you charge with a USB cable on your bike you have to open a hatch where water also might enter the unit.
I have been told that both Detlev Louis "Delo", (Germany largest motorcycle equipment supplier) and Touratech have stopped selling Tomtom due to hopeless delivery times and support issues.

Well, that sounds quite promising!? have to keep making do with the nuvi whatever it is I stick in me pocket...

[scumdog]

and red light camera locations on the road ahead, helping riders to stay safe and relaxed.....

Sounds a bit Irish that bit???

[BMWST?]

ooo that is interesting isn't it!

No mention of mounting hardware, is that always a separate buy?

I wonder where we can see one?

it comes with a mount
"Notes to editors

Key features of TomTom Urban Rider:

· Two-button, simplified menu

· Glove-friendly screen

· TomTom IQ Routes™

· TomTom Map Share™

· Bluetooth for connection to compatible phones and headsets

· Trip Recording

· Itinerary planning

· Winding Roads routing option

· Advanced Lane Guidance

· Waterproof (IPX 7 certified)

· A dock and RAM mount to firmly fix the device to your bike

· A mini USB charger for home charging"

[Big Dave]

I had my first experience using bike GPS on the Goldwing tour.
I'll buy one when they are cheap enough. Meanwhile a map is $5. :-)

[Gremlin]

GPS work in the thundering rain, and also guide you to your accommodation at a specific address to within metres. Can your map do that?

[banditrider]

GPS work in the thundering rain, and also guide you to your accommodation at a specific address to within metres. Can your map do that?

And guide emergency services to location of an accident - twice so far, hopefully won't need that facility again...

[Big Dave]

>>GPS work in the thundering rain,
So do maps. Once.

>>and also guide you to your accommodation at a specific address to within metres. Can your map do that?
Depends on the map.

For leisure touring I actually prefer not to follow the little red arrow. A little chaos theory is good. Co-pilot conversely rated the exactness of it.

To be somewhere on time it's very handy.

[slofox]

A little chaos theory is good.

Errrrmmmmm...some chaos theory can still occur even with a GPS in use...as my New Year's Day ride illustrated...

[Big Dave]

Northland one would be good. It's an Aussie thing. We're used to the ocean being on only one side. It messes with your compass when it's on both.

[NotHisRealName]

I've read a good review on the Urban Rider Pro. The 'Pro' is essentially the same as the Urban Rider, but comes with a Bluetooth headset which I've shopped around for and costs about $160AUD from online retailers with the difference between the two GPS models being only (about)$100. So, stepping up to the Pro version is a good option if you don't already have a bluetooth headset.
Here's the official TomTom (Australian) website:
http://www.tomtom.com/en_au/products/bike-navigation/

The Pro, however, doesn't seem to be listed under the NZ version. Considering the Aust versions have the same map available, it might be worth looking at buying from over seas.