New SiRF® high-sensitivity receiver
which acquires a GPS signal quickly and is capable of maintaining a
signal under heavy foliage or “urban canyons” created by city
skyscrapers?
No
No
No
YES
Available Traffic
Receiver ( notifies you of traffic, construction and weather
delays and automatically suggests alternative routes?)*
XM Satellite Weather capable? (Basic Weather information including
forecasts and current conditions. No NEXRAD radar.)
No
No
YES
Requires separate purchase of GXM
30 XM Smart Antenna and subscription (XM
NavTraffic includes XM basic weather data)
no for 450
YES for 550
Requires separate purchase of GXM
30 XM Smart Antenna and subscription (XM
NavTraffic includes XM basic weather data)
MP3 player?
No
No
YES
YES
Audio book player (subscription to Audible.com
required)
No
No
YES
no for 450
YES
for 550
Wireless Audio Transmission including voice
navigation prompts?
No
No
Bluetooth wireless audio to make hands-free calls on a compatible
Bluetooth phone or receive wireless navigation audio prompts on
a compatible headset/helmet.(Bluetooth also sends MP3, and
Audio Books in mono but will not transmit the XM radio sound)
no for 450
YES for 550
Bluetooth wireless audio to make hands-free calls on a compatible
Bluetooth phone or receive wireless navigation audio prompts on
a compatible headset/helmet.(Bluetooth also sends MP3 in mono but will not transmit the XM radio sound)
Custom Avoidance Feature (Users can specify areas and specific road segments to avoid when calculating
routes.)
No
No
YES
No
Remote Control?
No
No
YES
No
Memory Available
115 MB
- not expandable
140 MB additional
memory for supplemental maps - not expandable
Pre-programmed solid- state built-in
memory
has 700 MB available available for other optional MapSource products,
MP3 and Audio Book files - not expandable
Pre-programmed solid- state built-in
memory
has over 100 MB available available for other optional MapSource
products and MP3 files
Open SD Memory card slot
for preprogrammed MapSource, Travel Guides, Savers Guide,
or blank SD Memory cards - available to
2,000 MB+
Fits in Shirt Pocket?
YES
YES
No
No
Battery
Rechargeable Internal Lithium ion
Rechargeable Internal Lithium ion
None
User replaceable Rechargeable
Internal Lithium ion
Battery Life (up to hours)
20
20
Does not run on
batteries, requires external power source
The manufacturer, Garmin, recommends
these units for use on a motorcycle and manufactures a motorcycle
mount with integrated power and audio cable for each (available by separate
purchase for most units but included with the zumo 450/550)
Waterproof (IPX7 - the GPS case can
withstand accidental immersion in one meter of water for up to 30 minutes)
Automatic route calculation to any destination. If you
miss a turn, a new route to your destination is promptly automatically
calculated
Find gas stations, restaurants,
lodging, tourist attractions, ATMs, emergency services, etc. nearly 6
million (Preloaded on some
units)
Turn-by-turn voice directions
Choice of route setup (faster time or shorter
distance)
Customize your ride with Garmin zumo 550 ( zūmo™ 550) — the rugged motorcycle
navigator that's born to ride. Designed by bikers, the Garmin zumo (zūmo)
motorcycle-friendly features make it easy to operate while in the
saddle. From back roads to rallies, its preloaded maps and high-end
navigation features give you the freedom to go where you want.
Operate Easily on Two Wheels
Durable and intuitive, Garmin zumo 550 ( zūmo 550) is built specifically for motorcycles:
Glove-friendly
touch screen with left-handed controls makes it easy to operate
High bright sunlight-readable, UV-resistant display makes it
easy to view your screen
Motorcycle console for trip information, including fuel gauge
to warn you when its time to fill up
Custom caps, available in a variety of colors, to reflect your style
Vibration-tested, waterproof and built with fuel-resistant
plastics to withstand the elements
Navigate the Open Road
Garmin zumo 550 (zūmo 550) comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded
City Navigator North America NT street maps and a hefty
points of interest (POIs) database, including motels, restaurants,
fuel, ATMs and more. Simply enter a destination, and the Garmin zumo 550 ( zūmo
550) takes you
there with turn-by-turn voice directions that speak street names.
In addition, the Garmin zumo 550 ( zūmo 550) accepts customized points of interest such as school zones and safety cameras and includes
proximity alerts to warn of upcoming POIs. It is also compatible with Garmin's
Tour Guide™ — a free utility that allows you to build and upload a
database of POIs that are encoded with photos and MP3 files.
A rechargeable, removable lithium-ion battery (three hour
typical use) is integrated into Garmin zumo 550 ( zūmo 550) for trip planning or use on
foot. In addition, the Garmin zumo 550 ( zūmo 550) even accepts electronic maps, such as
MapSource
US Topo and Topo 24K — making it the ultimate off-road navigator.
Add Optional Traffic, Weather, and Radio
With
optional XM
subscriptions and an XM antenna, you can check
the weather, move ahead of traffic (in select cities) and listen to the radio* when you
travel with the Garmin zumo 550 ( zūmo 550). As an alternative, the
Garmin zumo 550 ( zūmo 550) can receive optional TMC
traffic alerts (in select cities) when used with a compatible traffic
receiver.
Make Hands-Free Calls and Receive Wireless Voice
Prompts
With the Garmin zumo 550 ( zūmo 550) Bluetooth wireless technology, you can
talk
on the phone safely without removing your gloves or helmet. Connect the
Garmin zumo 550 ( zūmo 550)
to your Bluetooth-enabled
headset/helmet and cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls. You
can even make phone calls to POIs through the Garmin zumo 550 ( zūmo
550) Bluetooth
interface. In addition, the Garmin zumo 550 ( zūmo 550) transmits navigation voice prompts to
your headset so you can listen wirelessly*.
*The Garmin zumo 550 ( zūmo 550) bluetooth also sends MP3 audio in mono but will not transmit the XM radio
audio. An audio output jack in the motorcycle mounting bracket allows users to wire
MP3 audio, XM radio audio, telephone audio and turn-by-turn navigational voice prompts
directly into their motorcycle's audio system.
Plan Your Adventures and Share Your Rides
The Garmin zumo 550 (zūmo 550) makes it easy to plan your next trip and share routes
with your riding buddies. Plan trips on your computer before you
start. Search for food and fuel stops and local attractions. Then,
transfer your route to your Garmin zumo 550 ( zūmo 550) and go.
At the end of the day, share your favorite places and rides with other
Garmin zumo 550 (
zūmo 550) riders, and review your travels in Google™ Earth. SD
card expansion makes it easy for storage and route sharing. Download
routes to share with your riding buddies — even load mp3 files to
your unit to enjoy tunes on the road*. In addition, JPEG Picture Viewer
lets you share photos of your adventures with friends and family.
Garmin zumo 550 (zūmo 550) Features:
Receiver: New high-sensitivityWAAS-capable GPS
receiver by SiRF,
Built-in patch antenna; MCX-type connector for
optional external GPS antenna connection
High Bright Display:
sunlight-readable, UV-resistant, 2.8”W x 2.1”H (3.5"
diag.); 320 x 240 pixels, with touch screen
Optional custom caps, available
in a variety of styles, so riders can personalize their Garmin
zumo 550 ( zūmo 550)
to match their bike’s color scheme and attitude
Compatible with the GXM
30 Smart Antenna for optional XM Satellite Radio*
and XM NavTraffic including weather services
(subscription required)– traffic services available only in
select cities where coverage exists
Removable lithium-ion
battery; typically 3 hours of battery life
Features MP3 player* –
loading MP3s is “drag-and-drop” easy – no special
software is required
Audio book player (subscription to Audible.com
required)
Open SD card expansion slot
provides for storage of additional map data (such as Topo
and European Maps), MP3s, JPEG
pictures and for
route and track log sharing
Motorcycle console for
trip information – includes resetable fuel gauge
Announces streets by name
to help keep your eyes on the road (Text to Speech)
Includes MapSource City
Navigator North America DVD for planning routes, saving
locations and exploring and receiving rides in Google Earth
Can be used with MotionBased™
for online route sharing, track viewing and to enable online
communities of riders
Export and review routes in
Google™ Earth, with a free account from MotionBased™
Compatible with the optional Garmin
Travel Guide™ data on SD card – giving users helpful reviews
and recommendations for restaurants, hotels, shopping,
nightlife, sporting events and tourist
attractions
Compatible with the optional Garmin
SaversGuide® data on SD card – the first geo-coded “coupon
book” that notifies users of nearby discounts on restaurants,
hotels, dry cleaners, auto repair shops, and much more
Garmin Lock™ anti-theft
feature – when enabled, users must input a PIN number to
use the device. Backup feature allows users to associate a
security location, which will unlock the unit when within 50
meters of that location
Proximity alert feature warns
of upcoming custom POIs such as safety cameras and school
zones
Unit dimensions: 4.8”W x 3.9”H
x 1.6”D; Weight: 10.6 ounces
USB 2.0 full speed interface
*The Garmin zumo 550 ( zūmo 550) bluetooth also sends MP3 audio in mono but will not transmit the XM radio
audio. An audio output jack in the motorcycle mounting bracket allows users to wire
MP3 audio, XM radio audio, telephone audio and turn-by-turn navigational voice prompts
directly into their motorcycle's audio system.
Opening the large box is like Christmas Day! the box is FULL of cables, hardware, accessories and the best M/C GPS unit I have ever seen. This unit has... more...
Great Rides
Feb 10, 2008
Doug Novic
Frederick Maryland US
I found the initial set up instructions lacking some info, but once past that it is a great unit. Easy to see in the bright sun, easy to use on the road. It... more...
Bike Enthusiast
Oct 10, 2007
Murray Gardiner
Montreal Quebec CA
Well worth the high sticker price. Especially with helmet and phone conneciton via Bluetooth. Northern Canada maps need higher definition, GPS got lost a... more...
Very well thought out
Jul 17, 2007
Jim Robb
Portland OR US
This is a great unit, very well thought out and intuitive to use (with a little practice). Mounting hardware is of excellent quality and works well for both... more...
GREAT UNIT
Apr 2, 2007
Clyde Bright
Nashville Tennessee US
I have used a Street Pilot III on my Harley Classic since 2004. I decided to get the Zumo for its advanced features. This unit is great. Very easy to use... more...
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North America NT 2008 (full coverage), MapSource City Navigator NT DVD
(full-unlock), Motorcycle mount with RAM mounting hardware,
Automotive suction cup mount with integrated speaker, Dashboard
disk, Carrying case, AC charger, Vehicle power cable, Motorcycle
power cable, USB interface cable, Security screwdriver, Custom
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GARMIN
Map Update 2009 for City Navigator North America NT (010-10989-01)$69.99 - $59.95 [Add
to Cart][see
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Update your NT compatible Garmin GPS that came preloaded
with an earlier version of City Navigator North America NT or a City Navigator
North America NT DVD used with an NT compatible Garmin GPS. The Garmin Map
Update 2008 City Navigator North America NT features the most up-to-date,
detailed map data around. This
product is for NT
compatible units only.
See
Product Compatibility for compatible units. Requires
Garmin GPS preloaded with a previous version of City Navigator North America NT
or a City Navigator North America NT DVD used with an NT compatible Garmin GPS.
GARMIN
MapSource TOPO U.S. 2008 DVD (010-11001-00)$116.65 -
$89.95
[Add
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This new cartography will provide recreational backpackers,
hikers, geocachers and general outdoor enthusiasts with topographic detail
needed for their individual journeys. It features digital topographic maps for the
entire U.S. that are comparable to the U.S. Geological Survey's 1:100,000 scale
paper maps. Detail includes terrain contours, elevation profile on PC and
compatible units, land elevation contours with elevation shading on the PC, some
roads, trails, summits and some bathymetric contours. See the Garmin
Product Compatibility for compatible units. Over 4 GB. Limited
compatibility with nüvi series, StreetPilot "c" series,
StreetPilot 7200/7500, and zūmo series.
GARMIN
MapSource TOPO U.S. 2008 DVD for Mac (010-11125-00)$116.65 -
$89.95
[Add
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Topo U.S. 2008 for Mac allows the user to install the product in
full to their Mac from a single DVD. This new Topo product is designed for
interactive viewing of detailed topographic maps and land elevation contours on
the Mac with purchase of the DVD. This new Topo product will also allow the user
to view elevation profiles on compatible GPS units. Topo U.S. 2008 is
vector-based and contains descriptive details for features typically found on
topographic maps. See the Garmin
Product Compatibility for compatible units. Over 4 GB. Limited
compatibility with nüvi series, StreetPilot "c" series,
StreetPilot 7200/7500, and zūmo series.
GARMIN
MapSource US TOPO 24K National Parks v3 CD-ROM East (010-10449-00) $116.65
- $89.95 [Add
to Cart][See
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- $89.95 [Add to Cart][See
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- $89.95 [Add
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Let MapSource US TOPO 24K National Parks help plan your next
outdoor adventure! This CD contains digital topographic maps for each region's
National Parks that are comparable to 1:24,000 scale paper charts provided by
the USGS. This is the most detailed topographical data available. See the Garmin
Product Compatibility for compatible units. Limited
compatibility with nüvi series, StreetPilot "c" series,
StreetPilot 7200/7500, and zūmo series.
Beyond the U.S.
GARMIN
MapSource City Navigator Europe v9 DVD (010-10373-00)
$149.99 - $134.95
[Add
to Cart][See
more about it] Includes ability to unlock all
regions without additional charge and will automatically create
point-to-point routes on the compatible GPS units or on a PC running the software. City
Navigator Europe provides
detailed city maps including street addresses and points of interest such as
food and drink, lodging, border crossings, petrol stations, hospitals and
more. (See
compatible units at Garmin's website - click on Products Tab) 2,214 MB
GARMIN City
Navigator NT Mexico on CD-ROM (010-10744-00)$119.99
- $109.95 [Add
to Cart][See
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This CD-ROM contains coverage of major urban areas with intertown roads. Navigate the streets in Mexico with
confidence using City Select Mexico NT. With this detailed data, you can
literally travel to a new city, look up hotels, restaurants, and other services,
and use your compatible Garmin GPS to guide you there - without stopping for
directions! This data includes fully routable maps. (See Product
Compatibility on Garmin's website for compatible units) 79.5 MB
GARMIN
MapSource WorldMap v4 CD-ROM (010-10215-01)$116.65 -
$89.95
[Add
to Cart][See
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WorldMap provides limited basic worldwide map detail that includes political
boundaries, cities, towns, major motorways, railroads, highways, lakes, rivers
and coastline detail. You can also use MapSource to create routes and waypoints
on your PC and transfer them to your GPS. (See compatible units at Garmin's
website - click on Products Tab) 198 MB
GARMIN
MapSource TOPO Canada CD-ROM (010-10469-00)$151.65 - $119.95
[Add
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Great for hiking, hunting, or camping, TOPO Canada contains
detailed topographic maps, many with routable roads and trails, summits, peaks
and other geographic points — perfect for your next recreational outing.
TOPO Canada is not locked, so you'll receive full access to all coverage
areas. (See compatible units at Garmin's
website - click on Products Tab) 3,786 MB
Garmin zumo 550 preprogrammed SD Cards
GARMIN City Navigator Europe NT on Preprogrammed micoSD card with SD card Adapter
(010-10680-50)$149.99
- $134.95 [Add
to Cart][See
more about it]
This preprogrammed microSD card contains all of City Navigator Europe. City Navigator
Europe provides detailed city maps including street addresses and points of
interest such as food and drink, lodging, border crossings, petrol stations,
hospitals and more. Automatically creates point-to-point routes on the
compatible units. Includes SD card adapter so it can be used in units that
require a microSD card or full size SD card. (Cannot be installed on a Desktop
PC.
No additional data can be loaded to this card. Cannot be updated. Works
only in compatible units with microSD or full sized SD card slot. See compatible units at Garmin's
website - click on Products Tab)
GARMIN City
Navigator Mexico NT on Preprogrammed micoSD card with SD card Adapter (010-10755-00)$119.99
- $109.95 [Add
to Cart][See More about it]
This preprogrammed microSD card contains coverage of major urban areas with
intertown roads. Navigate the streets in Mexico with
confidence using City Select Mexico NT. With this detailed data, you can
literally travel to a new city, look up hotels, restaurants, and other services,
and use your compatible Garmin GPS to guide you there - without stopping for
directions! This data includes fully routable maps. Includes SD card adapter so it can be used in units that
require a microSD card or full size SD card. (Cannot be installed on a Desktop
PC. No additional data can be loaded to this card. Cannot be updated. See compatible units at Garmin's
website - click on Products Tab)
GARMIN
Travel Guide - Fodor's North America on Preprogrammed SD Card (010-10672-01)$69.99
- $59.95 [Add
to Cart][See
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Fodor's provides travelers with the most up-to-date, accurate and comprehensive
travel information available. And while different people have different styles
of travel, they all have one thing in common--they seek the best travel options
available within their budget, including the best places to stay, eat, shop, and
see. That's why, for 70 years, sophisticated travelers choose Fodor's.
Fodor's Travel Guide Points of Interest for North America covering the United
States, Canada and Mexico. (See compatible units at Garmin's
website - click on Products Tab)
GARMIN
Travel Guide - All of Europe, 20 Countries on Preprogrammed SD card (010-10672-02)$160.70
- $139.95 [Add
to Cart][See
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The new preprogrammed SD card Garmin Travel Guide is loaded with
information provided by Marco Polo. This guide covers all of Europe (20
countries) and puts in-depth travel information—such as reviews and
recommendations for restaurants, tourist attractions, and more—at the user’s
fingertips. Allows user to look up particular points of interest by a defining
category, find a restaurant or hotel based on rating. Contains over
100,000 rich points of interest data for 20 countries. Does NOT contain maps. To
use with maps download Travel Guide to internal memory and use with City
Navigator Europe NT on Preprogrammed SD card. 300 MB. (See compatible units at Garmin's
website - click on Products Tab)
GARMIN
SaversGuide Membership Card & SD Memory Card (010-10775-01)$49.99
- $44.95 [Add
to Cart][See
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Navigate your way to great discounts with the Garmin
SaversGuide. No more digging for coupons or worrying about where to go to use
them. The included membership card gives you over 45,000 discounts from
participating FV Entertainment listed businesses throughout North America. Save
20% off dining, shopping, and services (up to $25) and up to 50% off at
participating hotels (advance notification required). With the companion
preprogrammed SD data card, your compatible Garmin GPS becomes a digital coupon
book that notifies you of merchants near your current location where you are
eligible for a discount such as restaurants, hotels, stores, dry cleaners, movie
theatres, and auto repair shops. Just insert the SD card and go. The Garmin
SaversGuide delivers you directly to the doorsteps of great deals. View
sample list of merchants. See Instructions
and Rules of Use for more details. Expires 06/30/09. For zūmo series, nüvi series and
StreetPilot c5xx series.
Garmin zumo 550 blank SD
cards
SanDisk
2.0 GB microSD Memory Card with SD Adapter - $29.95 [Add
to Cart]
The microSD is about a quarter of the size of a Secure Digital/
SD card and is one of the latest standards of SD flash memory specifically
designed for use with small handheld devices. The microSD card is ideal for use
in storing additional MapSource data. This 2GB microSD card ships with a full
size SD adapter, so you can use it with your existing SD compatible devices too.
5 year manufacturer's warranty. SanDisk is
the world's leading manufacturer of flash memory.
SanDisk
4GB microSDHC Memory Card with SD Adapter - $49.95 [Add
to Cart]
This
4.0 GB microSDHC Memory Card comes with a full size SD adapter to fit into
devices with a full size SD card slot. 5 year manufacturer's warranty. SanDisk is
the world's leading manufacturer of flash memory.
Garmin zumo 550 antenna
GARMIN
GA 27C Low Profile Remote Automobile Antenna
(010-10052-05)
$99.99 - $74.95 [Add
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This remote antenna comes with two mounting options. Magnetic
mount for the outside of your vehicle or boat. Suction mount holds antenna in
place against the inside of your windshield or window. With 8 feet of cable and
MCX connector. Size: 2.75"L x 2"W x .75"H. For GPS 12CX,
12XL, 12MAP, Colorado series, GPS 60, GPSMAP 60/60C/60CS/60Cx/60CSx, GPSMAP
76/76S/76C/76CS/76Cx,76CSx, eMap, NavTalk, StreetPilot
2610/2620/2650/2720/2730/2820/7200/7500, StreetPilot "c" series, zūmo
series, nüvi 3xx, 6xx, 7xx, 8xx & 5000 series, StreetPilot i series, Quest series and iQue series.
GARMIN
GA 25MCX Low Profile Remote Antenna
(010-10702-00)
$31.49 - $27.95 [Add
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Get the most out of your Garmin Personal Navigator with
this small, waterproof and completely sealed GPS antenna. Comes with integrated
magnetic mount, 9.5 feet of cable and MCX connector. Just as sensitive as the GA
27C but smaller. Size approximately: 1.7&qu