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    Need a good navigation app for Iphone

    I am seeking the GSR hives' input on a navigation app to use with my iPhone when on the bikes. I did a search but most of the results that I found were from a while back, and of course, technology does change!

    Can anyone recommend a good app that works well for planning and tracking routes?

    What do you use? What do you like and dislike about it?

    TIA
    Ron
    When I die, just cremate me and put me in my GS tank. That way I can go through these carbs, one more time!https://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/core/images/smilies/cool.png
    1978 GS750E - November 2017 BOTM
    1978 GS1000C - May 2021 BOTM
    1982 GS1100E - April 2024 BOTM
    1999 Honda GL1500SE

    #2
    I've used Calimoto. It has options to select all different terrains and roads windy, twisty, highway. Plan and map routes, and track rides. To get the map options for super twisty routes it requires a subscription payment, but it is pretty good free as well
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    http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=170032

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    http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=200563

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      #3
      Tom Toms app is superb
      1983 GS 550 LD
      2009 BMW K1300s

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        #4
        For day to day, point A to B, I use Waze regularly. Tells me where (some) cops and hazards are. I can set the settings to avoid tolls or freeways, allow unpaved roads, etc.

        I have played with Calimoto and really like it so far but need to play more. Don't know if I want it's advanced features enough to want to pay for it.

        Another app I just installed is Detecht, but I don't know much about it yet. But I believe it's Similar to Calimoto.

        I am also interested to read about any apps others may use.
        Last edited by Rich82GS750TZ; 06-12-2024, 09:53 AM.
        Rich
        1982 GS 750TZ
        2015 Triumph Tiger 1200

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          #5
          Have a look at Robin's website. He's a member here. From memory there is some good stuff on GPS there... https://tro.bike/
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          1982 GS1100G - Rebuilt and finished. - Sold
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            #6
            Google maps on my iphone is all I need....but I don't travel much....lol
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              #7
              Originally posted by Rich82GS750TZ View Post
              For day to day, point A to B, I use Waze regularly. Tells me where (some) cops and hazards are. I can set the settings to avoid tolls or freeways, allow unpaved roads, etc.

              I have played with Calimoto and really like it so far but need to play more. Don't know if I want it's advanced features enough to want to pay for it.

              Another app I just installed is Detecht, but I don't know much about it yet. But I believe it's Similar to Calimoto.

              I am also interested to read about any apps others may use.
              Yeah Rich,

              I'm playing around with Calimoto when I can. Seems like I've been spending to much time on the Honda Barko-lounger lately and it doesn't have a phone holder. I'm hopeful that I get it figured out before Brown County! I want to track some of those routes.
              Ron
              When I die, just cremate me and put me in my GS tank. That way I can go through these carbs, one more time!https://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/core/images/smilies/cool.png
              1978 GS750E - November 2017 BOTM
              1978 GS1000C - May 2021 BOTM
              1982 GS1100E - April 2024 BOTM
              1999 Honda GL1500SE

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                #8
                This app is apparently still alive and kickin' ...

                Developers are finally catering to the desires of travelers. iPhone users can import and traverse custom routes in GPX format with voice navigation!


                It's called "Scenic".
                Present: 2016 BMW R1200RS, 2016 Triumph Street Triple R, 2008 Genuine Buddy 125
                Past: 2003 Suzuki GSF1200S Bandit, 1988 Honda NT650 Hawk GT, 1997 Honda CB250 Nighthawk, 1982 Yamaha XS400RJ Seca, 1967 Honda C100 Super Cub, 1976 Honda CB500T
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                  #9
                  Right now I'm testing out three different apps to see which one works best for me. I've got Scenic, Eat Sleep Ride and Calimoto loaded on my iPhone.

                  The hardest part is navigating within the apps to get to where I can track and save my rides. (Having 3 different apps which are all very different is a PITA!)

                  Very early result is that the Scenic app seems to fit my needs better than the others, but I'm going to use all three this week at Brown County and see which one wins out.

                  Thanks to all for the input!
                  Ron
                  When I die, just cremate me and put me in my GS tank. That way I can go through these carbs, one more time!https://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/core/images/smilies/cool.png
                  1978 GS750E - November 2017 BOTM
                  1978 GS1000C - May 2021 BOTM
                  1982 GS1100E - April 2024 BOTM
                  1999 Honda GL1500SE

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