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    Beeline Navigation Tool

    Has anyone tried the Beeline system? Three questions...1.) Does it really work well 2.) Can you readily read the screen? 3.)Where are you mounting it on you F6B?

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    I just Googled it and in my opinion it looks dangerous. It doesn't appear to give you any warning for turns. I'll stick with my Garmins
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    Guess it would be OK for someone who does not know how to read a map.

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    I've got one and like it. It takes some getting used to but...

    1. It provides enough information without a bunch of data that you get from a Garmin or other standard GPS, that requires too much focus away from the road. Yes, I can "read" a map but it's nice to have help if my memory fails of a detour is needed.

    2. It's easy to read in total sunlight and at night.

    3. I've mounted it to the "shelf" in front of the instrument panel, allowing me to shift the angle for a clearer view.

    4. The battery lasts for more than 24 hours of riding and charges quickly. I used it on my Iron Butt 1000 and 1500 mile rides.

    I took a picture last weekend of my dash with the Beeline mounted and in use. One shows distance to turn to the left and the other shows GPS speed.

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    I use Beeline... and it has it's purpose in terms of providing a "Heads-up" for turns and such... and "recalculating" directional guide (arrow) if you make changes in your established "route" (in your head...). I like the small form factor... and IF I had to have a more conventional "larger screen w/map" view... one could take one's smartphone... mount it to the handlebars (or wherever) for easy viewing and have a more conventional "GPS" device interface. I also like that I can turn it on... put in a general "route" and then go off-script and "just ride" and it will map out my trip for viewing after I get back home. IMO, I don't see Beeline as a 100% replacement for a conventional GPS unless you mount your phone.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SeaSteve View Post
    I've got one and like it. It takes some getting used to but...

    1. It provides enough information without a bunch of data that you get from a Garmin or other standard GPS, that requires too much focus away from the road. Yes, I can "read" a map but it's nice to have help if my memory fails of a detour is needed.

    2. It's easy to read in total sunlight and at night.

    3. I've mounted it to the "shelf" in front of the instrument panel, allowing me to shift the angle for a clearer view.

    4. The battery lasts for more than 24 hours of riding and charges quickly. I used it on my Iron Butt 1000 and 1500 mile rides.

    I took a picture last weekend of my dash with the Beeline mounted and in use. One shows distance to turn to the left and the other shows GPS speed.

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    SeaSteve,

    I live in Dallas and try to ride the Texas Hill Country as often as possible. Would you like to ride together sometime?

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    Quote Originally Posted by indadman View Post
    SeaSteve,

    I live in Dallas and try to ride the Texas Hill Country as often as possible. Would you like to ride together sometime?
    Sure. Send me a PM so we can share email addresses.
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