GPS for motorcycle?

[Jamie]

Hi there,
Just found the site via Google. Looks good and easy to use, so here I am giving it a go.
I've got a motorcycle (Honda Pan European ST1100) and I'm looking to install GPS. There's a lot of stuff out there so I'm looking for advice before parting with my cash.
I'm not looking for the latest (read expensive) all singing, all dancing version. If it's anything like my PC I'll only end up using 25% of it's capacity anyway.
Needs to fit the following criteria though:-
a) Easy to use. (I'm a complete IT numpty!)
b) Waterproof.
c) Vibration resistant. (Heard they can be filled with gel?)
d) Able to use at night and in dim daytime conditions.
e) Mounting bracket available.
f) Able to connect to bikes electrical system.
g) Coverage of Europe at street/postcode level.
h) Black and white or colour but............
i) Budget of £500. (Would consider reconditioned or s/hand unit!)

Any info./suggestions greatfully received.
Thanks in anticipation.
Jamie.

[Stevie]

Have a look at http://www.pocketgps.co.uk/john-childs.php someone has done it before you. I might be doing the same when i get my Varadero

[Queeziryder]

Stevie & Jamie,

I'm currently using an Ipaq 3955 with CF expansion jacket and a Globalsat CF receiver. On my recent trip accross Holland the unit worked great, all commands audible, but as I was running the setup in a tank bag, I couldnt see the screen that easily. I would recoment this type of setup, as you can take the audio output and feed it into an intercom, so rider and pillion can hear the instructions and chat as well. If you want any more infor on the setup then e-mail me on neil@gn-racing.co.uk