I checked it out and it just didn't seem worth the price. I ended up going with a 2730. Found a new one on eBay without the XM antenna/reciever for $599. Didn't really care about the XM but wanted the MP3 capability.
$1000 for the Zumo seems way too expensive considering it doesn't even come with the XM antenna/reciever. That's a $270 option if you buy it from Garmin. So you figure all said and done you're in for almost $1300 for GPS/XM/Shipping. Plus I don't even know how much available memory you have for MP3's. I'm guessing not much since you can buy SD cards for it.
That's just crazy if you ask me. :blink:
You can get the 2730 much cheaper, it has around 1 Gig of space for MP3's, and comes with the XM antenna/reciever. The only thing you don't get is expandable memory and Bluetooth.
Yeap, some of us are just crazy, I want to own a 2007 or 2008 Yamaha, call me crazy if you want, but I want the latest and greatest.
And don't forget the most important part of what's missing from the 2730 that is included in the Zumo 550
1] SiRF III GPS receiver! There is a big difference in GPS reception in heavily wooded area or urban canyon areas.
2]
Internal Battery so you can use it while you are in your hotel room and plan your route for next day ride
3] Glove-friendly touch screen with left-handed controls
4] Smaller portable size then the 2730
5] Bluetooth hands free calling a big plus
6] Oversized icons and menus made for a motorcycle but can be use in a vehicle
7]
Includes motorcycle mount as well as an automotive mount with
built-in speaker for vehicle use so you don't have to pay extra for motorcycle mount
8]
SD card expansion slot provides for storage of additional map data, MP3s and for route and track log sharing and you stated
"Plus I don't even know how much available memory you have for MP3's. I'm guessing not much since you can buy SD cards for it." what was this all about?
9] Motorcycle console for trip information – includes resetable fuel gauge
10] Can be used with MotionBased™ for online route sharing, track viewing and to enable online communities of riders
11] Export and review routes in Google™ Earth, with a free account from www.MotionBased.com
12] Compatible with the optional Garmin Travel Guide™ data on SD card – giving users helpful reviews and recommendations for restaurants, hotels, shopping, nightlife, sporting events and tourist attractions
13] Compatible with the optional Garmin SaversGuide® data on SD card – the first geo-coded “coupon book” that notifies users of nearby discounts on restaurants, hotels, dry cleaners, auto repair shops, and much more
14] Compatible with the optional Garmin Language Guide data on SD card - translates words and phrases in text and audible speech
15] Garmin Lock™ anti-theft feature – when enabled, users must input a PIN number to use the device. Backup feature allows users to associate a security location, which will unlock the unit when within 50 meters of that location
16] High bright sunlight-readable, UV-resistant touch screen display – 2.8”W x 2.1”H (3.5” diag.), 320 x 240 pixels
AND I BET IF YOU GO ON EBAY, YOU MIGHT BE ABLE TO FIND a Zumo 550 FOR only $699.99 +S/H so for $100 more then what you have paid for on eBay, I would say THIS IS THE BEST DEAL AROUND and I know I am not crazy! Got to watch out for eBay, lots of returns open box sold as new and not really supported by Garmin if you don't have a receipt from an authorzied Garmin dealer. buyer beware!
But who am I to say? you think you got a steal from eBay and I think the reason is the 2730 is not as popular of a product for Garmin as they would like it to be, and they are trying to find a model that is accepted like the Nuvi in the motorcycle communities, so here comes the Zumo 550.
If you own a 2730, it is a GREAT GPS system and I would sell your XM receiver on eBay for about $100 if you are not using it, but if you like the rest of the features I listed that is not included in the Garmin 2730, then I would say the Zumo is the answer for you.
I hope you don't mind me pointing out some of the differences.
Here is a link to motorcycle compare charts
Garmin Compare Chart for motorcycles :yahoo:
GatorFJR
" Mine new Garmin Zumo 550 should be here on Monday, October 3rd and I'll let you guys know what I think!!"
Share the wealth! Which dealer did you order it from and is it certain that you are being ship the Zumo 550 units? Are you a Garmin dealer?
I have to check if my inventory order has shipped.
Thanks
04FJR4ME