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[Lee]

Lee, how do you get weather on your Garmin? I don't have it on my Nav VI and I'd really like to get it. Even at extra cost/subscription. It was standard on my Goldwing and I miss it

It was a Add On. I don't remember having to pay for it, but if I did, it was a small one time fee.
I usually leave my phone off when riding. If I think weather will be a problem I have to remember to turn the phone on.
Here's what Google shows.

To get weather radar on a BMW Nav VI, you need to pair it with your smartphone using the Garmin SmartLink app (or similar app) and purchase the weather service, then enable it from the Nav VI's apps menu. After setting up the connection and the purchase, navigate to the weather radar app or feature on the device and activate the radar to display it. 



1. Install the Garmin SmartLink App: 

• Download the Garmin SmartLink app on your smartphone from your phone's app store.
  
• Ensure it's the correct app for your GPS device.
  

2. Purchase the Weather Feature:

• Open the SmartLink app on your phone and find the weather options. 
  
  
  

[*]Purchase the "Advanced Weather" or similar weather feature, as this is often a one-time cost. 



3. Pair Your Phone and Nav VI:

• On your Nav VI, go into the settings or connectivity hub to pair it with your smartphone via Bluetooth. 
  
  
  

[*]Use the SmartLink app to establish the connection to send weather information to the Nav VI. 



4. Activate the Weather Radar on Nav VI:

• Once connected, look for the Weather app or Weather Radar option within your Nav VI's apps or menu. 
  
  
  

[*]Select the weather radar option to display real-time weather conditions and animated radar maps on your device's screen.