Garmin 2730 XM

[Mogan]

So how do you have your 2730's mounted? Any of you have locking mounts? I'm looking to put a new GPS on my '06, so I guess I'm stuck with a stem stand as opposed to a bar mount. No shelf for me, that shield is coming WAY down. Tank bag covers the cap, so no cap mount, either.
If nothing else, guess I can set it in (map pocket) or on the tank bag...???

I have it on a touratech that connected to RAM mounts on the left side. The touratech locks, but the RAM can be easily removed. I use a proximity alrm for quick stops and pull it off the bike for longer ones.

 

[Feejer/Weejer man]

So how do you have your 2730's mounted? Any of you have locking mounts? I'm looking to put a new GPS on my '06, so I guess I'm stuck with a stem stand as opposed to a bar mount. No shelf for me, that shield is coming WAY down. Tank bag covers the cap, so no cap mount, either.
If nothing else, guess I can set it in (map pocket) or on the tank bag...???

I have seen a few mounted to the tankbag but most on a stem stand or ram mount to the resevoirs. Not sure on the 06 but some use the mirror mount holes. Go over to the ST site or there are some other sites that have postings of positions and mounts if you can' find any here. I use the stem stand, puts it directly in front of me for viewing and use, and a Tourtech locking mount. Very nice set up.

 

[Mogan]

Have you downloaded the latest version of the Garmin software? It puts a button on the map for one touch access to the music player. No more hitting the map button three times. I have turned the Nav voice off. No more annoying directions cutting out the music when I don't need them. If I want the voice directions, I simply press the "speak" button.
And I am in love with Aussie Jane. She loves me too. She told me so. Honest.

Holy TFT's batman. I didn't know about the new software and this is a big improvement!!

 

[FJRJeff]

So how do you have your 2730's mounted? Any of you have locking mounts? I'm looking to put a new GPS on my '06, so I guess I'm stuck with a stem stand as opposed to a bar mount. No shelf for me, that shield is coming WAY down. Tank bag covers the cap, so no cap mount, either.
If nothing else, guess I can set it in (map pocket) or on the tank bag...???

Stem stand with a Garmin mount. I have the locking Touratech as well, but haven't put it on just yet.

 

[FJRocket]

So do you have to buy the Touratech locking mount AND a stem mount (or other location)? So I really need TWO mounts if I want a stem mounted Garmin?

$heeh$ !!!

Was wondering about the locking mount. Seems you could just grab the entire mount, give it a big damn twist and unscrew the entire mess and run off with it. Or snap of the arm and run off with it. I certainly like the idea of the rubber mounts and locking mechanism just the same, but wondering if it's worth the trouble and expense. You guys sure have some slick setups!

As far as the '06 goes, there is no mirror mount or reservoir on the left, just on the right. No place to grab onto the bars, and no exposed screw holes in the bars to mount to. So it's stem, right or tray. Or tank bag.

Do the 2730s come with that huge puck? Is that the only antenna option if you want GPS and XM? Holy cow that thing is HUGE.

 

[pawtracks]

I wear Shure e2c's in my helmet and connect directly to the unit. I can keep the volume relatively low, and have no problems hearing what's going on at 70+ MPH.

Have you ridden with ear plugs before the Shure units?

How do they compare with reducing the wind noise?

I have been toying with the idea of custom molded ear plugs with built in audio but I am not sure if the $$ is worth it.

 

[FJRJeff]

So do you have to buy the Touratech locking mount AND a stem mount (or other location)? So I really need TWO mounts if I want a stem mounted Garmin?
$heeh$ !!!

Was wondering about the locking mount. Seems you could just grab the entire mount, give it a big damn twist and unscrew the entire mess and run off with it. Or snap of the arm and run off with it. I certainly like the idea of the rubber mounts and locking mechanism just the same, but wondering if it's worth the trouble and expense. You guys sure have some slick setups!

As far as the '06 goes, there is no mirror mount or reservoir on the left, just on the right. No place to grab onto the bars, and no exposed screw holes in the bars to mount to. So it's stem, right or tray. Or tank bag.

Do the 2730s come with that huge puck? Is that the only antenna option if you want GPS and XM? Holy cow that thing is HUGE.

The Touratech mount and stemstand are separate, and I believe CycleGadgets also has the AMPS pattern adapter plate separately.

I believe almost any mount can be forcibly removed if someone wanted the unit badly enough. The sight of locks are probably a deterrent to a quick grab. The stem stand itself is torqued on pretty good, and I don't know if there's enough leverage with the unit to spin the whole thing off before the plastic on the GPS shatters or cracks.

The 2730s include the puck. It's not huge, IMO. You don't need it for the GPS, only the XM. It sits very nicely on the resevoir with Skyway's excellent mount. Only hassle is extra cable hanging around...

 

[kaitsdad]

Hmmmm....

GadgetGuy mount and brackets - designed for 06 - for Garmin 2730XM

Two (2) each Skyway puck mounts - one for XM antenna, one for Escort radar.

(Please excuse the junk in my garage - been married for 27 years)

You can price the housing and brackets at SportBikeEffects - Talk to Jeff. Forum discount applies. And no, I ain't affiliated with Jeff or SBE in any way.

 

[FJRJeff]

I wear Shure e2c's in my helmet and connect directly to the unit. I can keep the volume relatively low, and have no problems hearing what's going on at 70+ MPH.

Have you ridden with ear plugs before the Shure units?

How do they compare with reducing the wind noise?

I have been toying with the idea of custom molded ear plugs with built in audio but I am not sure if the $$ is worth it.

Yes. I've used both cheapo foam units as well as some more expensive (relatively speaking) Hear-O's.

I feel like I get more noise reduction with the Shures, but it could be my imagination. The Shure's will give 30-37db sound reduction depending upon the insert you use (they come with various sizes of 3 types - foam, soft rubber, and hard rubber). I can still hear wind, traffic, and engine, but it cuts the high frequency stuff. I have some tinnitus, so it's important for me to be able to keep the volume and damaging frequencies down if possible.

I've debated on the custom plugs as well, but at the moment, I'm happy with the Shure's.

If you're not squeamish and want to pick up a pair on the cheap, there's a set here for $50. Just buy new foam inserts for them, cuz ya don't know where they've been.

I grabbed mine at CompUSA and got my wife a set for use with her MP3 player. She's been very happy with the sound quality - she takes public transport to work, and they help block out the riff raff on the train...

Hmmmm....
GadgetGuy mount and brackets - designed for 06 - for Garmin 2730XM

Two (2) each Skyway puck mounts - one for XM antenna, one for Escort radar.

(Please excuse the junk in my garage - been married for 27 years)

You can price the housing and brackets at SportBikeEffects - Talk to Jeff. Forum discount applies. And no, I ain't affiliated with Jeff or SBE in any way.

Sweet mount, but oh so $$$$....

SBE lists them for $390, and I assume you need a mounting bracket, etc., correct?

The cheapo Garmin one was $35, and the Touratech locking one (065-0066) is $115.70.

 

[kaitsdad]

Sweet mount, but oh so $$$$....

SBE lists them for $390, and I assume you need a mounting bracket, etc., correct?

The cheapo Garmin one was $35, and the Touratech locking one (065-0066) is $115.70.

That is correct, you still need the brackets for your model/year.

 

[pawtracks]

If you're not squeamish and want to pick up a pair on the cheap, there's a set here for $50. Just buy new foam inserts for them, cuz ya don't know where they've been.

Thanks for the reply, I guess I'm squeamish

I just ordered a new set from Amazon for $73 delivered

One of these days I am going to have to stop riding and install some Farkles WFO is coming soon!

 

[Groo]

Yo KD, what's that prophylactic device your Passport is encased in? :blink:

 

[pawtracks]

Yo KD, what's that prophylactic device your Passport is encased in? :blink:

I wish someone would make one for a Valentine 1!

 

[Groo]

Yo KD, what's that prophylactic device your Passport is encased in? :blink:

I wish someone would make one for a Valentine 1!

That's why I asked....

 

[kaitsdad]

Yo KD, what's that prophylactic device your Passport is encased in? :blink:

I wish someone would make one for a Valentine 1!

That's why I asked....

Hookay -

Here's da link - Radar Cover - about half way down the page

And they make it for a Valentine.

 

[pawtracks]

And they make it for a Valentine.

Wow! ask & you shall receive

 

[Groo]

Learn something new every day... hadn't seen that product from Legal Speeding... thanks KD! Now to find out if it'll work with my magnetic power plate.

 

[Rickster]

Question: Does the unit's FM transmitter require the big honkin speaker/cigarette lighter to be plugged in, or will it work with the motorcycle wiring harness?

My thoughts were to tuck in a small FM receiver in the helmet, put the 2730 in FM transmitter mode and viola -- no wires from the unit to me.

Will that work? Is the transmitter in the unit, or in the ciggy plug/speaker unit?

 

[pawtracks]

Question: Does the unit's FM transmitter require the big honkin speaker/cigarette lighter to be plugged in, or will it work with the motorcycle wiring harness?
My thoughts were to tuck in a small FM receiver in the helmet, put the 2730 in FM transmitter mode and viola -- no wires from the unit to me.

Will that work? Is the transmitter in the unit, or in the ciggy plug/speaker unit?

99% sure it's in the unit itself, I've never used the cig adapter both the FJR & cage are hard wired powered.

I would check for you but I am cross country on vacation right now.

 

[Rickster]

Some 2730 questions... (Just got mine yesterday), and can't find some of this on Garmin, or XM.

1) on the speaker Ciggy plug -- what's the 2 pins (gold plated looking) recessed on the left side for?

2) The XM Weather package -- what are you using? I want the NexRad overlays -- and don't know if the unit supports -- or if the Fisherman or Sailor package does the trick (29.99/mos)

3) Still looking to see if the FM transmitter works without the CLA cable, and if it works with the bare ended cable?

4) How good is the standard RAMMmount Cyclegadgets clicky

Thanks.... it is a cool unit...