TomTom Rider V1 Motorcycle GPS Receiver Uk + oem bluetooth headset
03 May, 2017
Ideal lower-cost alternative to most modern GPS Motorcycle units
There's no getting around it, as the original model, the V1 lacks some of the sophistication of the top-end of current range, but is none the less entirely functional, and is more than adequate for most people's day to day requirements.
Clear and easy to use operation, even when using thick gloves, uses a "resistive" screen which won't allow 'multi point gestures' such as "pinch" or "stretch" - more like "poke" and "prod"
The unit primarily supports earlier bluetooth protocols, this may result in compromised functionality when trying to pair with the very latest smartphones, but in field tests is still capable of accepting incoming calls when linked to an android phone, and worked fine with modern "cardo" headsets.
Overall, it's a trade-off between cost and "bells and whistles"
Given that this unit has been around for about ten years, a replacement battery should be top of your "upgrade" options (these are still widely available) unless, of course, you're lucky enough to buy a unit which has already been fitted with a new one.
Broke one key for an elderly Honda motorcycle - luckily they used a generic lock, so this is able to be substituted. Arrived promptly and is of perfectly reasonable quality
Only downside is that it doesn't come with the spring or retaining rivet, thankfully I had the originals
OEM German manufactured units are over twice the price so well worth the money, very pleased with item.