GPS Cradle - Guess I'll Just Move it and Figure it Out Later

[Grumpy Goat]

Okay, now I get it. I'm inclined to get through next season as-is, and see what I'm needing at that time. If NAVI VII is released, let's see it, and see what it does compared to VI. Life's full of trade-offs.

But, you guys think the cradle relo is the right move, or no?

I'll answer your last question first as it is easier. I think that relocating the GPS was the right move (for me) because the factory location was sub-optimal (my first choice of adjective was less complimentary) from a safety and usability standpoint. If above the dash is good enough for the GS, why not the RS. Also, if you look at other bikes on the web (different manufacturers, OEM and DIY installations) you'd see that having it above the dash is the location of choice. But it is up to you.

As for the idea of the GPS in the first place - you have to decide whether you actually need a GPS at all (or would a cellphone solution work?) and if so, whether the integration of the multi-controller wheel / integration of vehicle telemetrics is worth the almost $500 premium to you.

If you will only travel long distance occasionally and even then may not rely solely on GPS navigation (but also rely on maps) then a cellphone with a navigation app is the way to go. I can offer recommendations on that.

If you have to have a GPS because you want it, then the telemetrics / jog-wheel integration would be the deciding factor. If that is not important to you then a whole selection of GPS units will have opened up for you. The Nav VI (based on Garmin navigation) is not perfect (lots of discussion on that) and if you want to wait for a rumoured Nav VII then you may wait somewhat longer than the arrival of the bike. The trend is away from dedicated GPS units so you may be waiting until toads get teeth.

But I could be wrong ...