Garmin Zumo XT 🧭 Overview. Best ADV Motorcycle GPS?

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The Garmin Zumo XT is one of the most versatile Motorcycle GPS units. Packed with tons of features. It has just about everything one could need. In this Video, I talk about the features, and what sets it apart from other popular forms of Moto navigation.
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@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

There are a ton more features that I just didn’t include because I wanted to keep the video somewhat short. Feel free to ask any questions. The Drive app alone is a huge game changer that sets this apart.

@brentsmith6295 2 года назад

Adventurous routing is my favorite feature. Just route to whatever POI you want then hit adventure button then move the slide left for less adventure and right for more then hit go. Works great when your on a track like a BDR or TAT and its time for fuel food etc but you dont necessarily want to take highways to get there.

@savage22bolt32 2 года назад

@@brentsmith6295 That sounds awesome. I haven't been in a classroom since 1972, but this device is so complex, I will have to take a college course on how to use it. Unless, some hot young computer literate babe wants to go adventure touring with me!

@KeithPatterson369D 2 года назад

Love my XT! Where are you riding! I love in Southern Oregon! Saw the Oregon plate on the GSA!

@TheAllytrash 2 года назад

I ordered one right after watching your video and couldn't be happier! Great stuff! Thanks!

@darrylmoffett8323 2 года назад

I have an older Zumo now but have wanted an XT. Now I’ll get one because of your video. Ride safe and have fun. 🇺🇸

@frank_jk 2 года назад

Thanks for the great In depth review. I always appreciate your videos and am happy to see them pop up in my feed. Keep it up!

@justsomedude445 2 года назад

best explanation ive found of these devices , i am not tech savvy but am now convinced i need one of these type of units and to learn to use it

@Passinthru 2 года назад

Glad you are back! I love my Zumo XT. Use it on both my GS and Honda 300 rally. It never fails me. Pair it with inReach. The elevation feature is awesome!

@johnanicker4459 2 года назад

Good to have you back and posting content, have always enjoyed your channel

@479_adv 2 года назад

Good to see a new video from you, as always!

@mikedenton6485 2 года назад

Great to see your ok and producing some vids.

@1young-geezer Год назад

Great review, opened my eyes up to the new features of this model, I've had Garmin's in the past, liked them, but I'm impressed w/ the graphic layout, clear and simple. Thanks so much.

@CaptainNelson230 Год назад

Thanks again Kyle for the useful video. Been wanting this when since you made this video. Just ordered one more my Baja trip next month!!

@timbuhler2012 2 года назад

That was a very comprehensive review! I am looking for a primary GPS for doing BDRs so I really appreciate you taking the time to do these.

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@Roberta_Esposito 6 месяцев назад

i mustve watched 100 of these reviews this ones the best; mentioning things others leave out

@MrDAVIDRACE Год назад

Great information on this Garmin. Thanks so much for sharing this. Much appreciated.

@ryanmoore686 2 года назад

Ive had mine since week 1 of them being out.. its been used almost everyday since I've gotten it, both on my bike and in my work van. My 2 favorites are actually the maintenance and the back track feature. The up ahead is also great, but unfortunately only works when in a route, but do like that it shows what side and distance.

@floydball9421 2 года назад

Glad to see you back

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

Thanks. Good to be putting out content again

@abyields7831 Год назад

Glad I found this channel, very helpful videos that I actually get to learn a lot of things. Humble and skilled riders as well, thank you for taking the time to share.

@backcountryadvmoto Год назад

Glad to help!

@somnathchavan15 2 года назад

Welcome back, missed you a lot

@sipeb7543 2 года назад

I’ve had one for about a year. It is very good. The only concern I have is forgetting to take it off the bike and somebody pinching it. Nice to see you back, great video.

@chrispy1965 2 года назад

Touratech is one of the brands who sells perfect systems fore this problem. I use them fore more then 10 years and never lost my GPS.

@elitetileandstone 2 года назад

Thanks for this informative video on the Zumo XT. I purchased one back in December, but it hasn't gotten much use winter. This is my first motorcycle specific GPS, and I have a lot to learn. I am not particularly tech savvy, and don't foresee learning Base Camp. It would be great if you could do a video explaining the Drive App and Trip Planner. I hope to be back on the road , soon! Thanks, Rich S. in Pennsylvania

@jasonbridle7931 7 месяцев назад

Thanks for the review. I’ll buy one now.

@redmitchell4483 2 года назад

Fantastic gps, have it on my 17 Affo twin as well.. I found a bloke in Ireland on Etsy that makes hard rubber shades which just clip over the whole unit and look great…

@Supermankev2001 Год назад

Thanks for the video I just got this but yet to install it on my bike

@wfodavid 2 года назад

I've enjoyed the ZUMO XT for a while now and love it. I've since purchased the 750i. Not only will it do everything the XT will do it also has SOS. If I'm on the dirt bike the VP is my go-to just as you described. Very nice review enjoyed it.

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing

@miguelatambucho748 Год назад

A lot great info. Thank you Sir!

@outpostcamp 2 года назад

Thanks for the information. Looking into it for my Ural. Well done! Hello from Hells Canyon

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

Which part of hells canon? I just drove through that area on Friday

@DiegoAstorga 2 года назад

Welcome back, sir‼️👍👍👍

@pmfilmsUK 2 года назад

Good review. Many thanks.

@diegotarquini4573 2 года назад

Happy to 👀 again 💪💪

@spuddoright1970 2 года назад

I've been torn between this and the TomTom. I think you won me over w/ the good overview that you did. Thanks for that and welcome back!

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

Thanks for checking it out. This video was filmed almost a year ago. I just got around to putting it out. I absolutely love it and I’m not just saying that. I get no kickback or anything like that from Garmin. This is a 100% honest review. The only kickback I get is if you use the Amazon link in the description. But that’s only about 2% of the sale so feel free to use the link or not. Any little bit helps support the channel 👍🏻

@spuddoright1970 2 года назад

@@backcountryadvmoto No problem. I'll order one via your link. Finishing my move to Idaho next week, so I'll do it then so it doesn't get ripped from my doorstep!

@GoodkatNW 2 года назад

Got one to replace my continually failing 396 LMTS. It's been perfect so far, on multiple on and offroad trips. The display and ease of use is next level compared to previous moto specific GPS units, and saves my phone from endless vibration damage. Pricey, but so worth it

@snatr Год назад

I know this is an old post, but what was continuously failing on the 396?

@huites99 Год назад

Great job on the video

@SQTierHog 7 дней назад

I'll be grabbing one.

@kevinsterner9490 2 года назад

Good video. I bought a Tom Tom a few years ago and have regretted the decision. Should have paid a few extra bucks for the Garmin

@greedyg76 2 года назад

Great review man! One thing I picked up on was that one of your nit-picks was that the XT didn't have any external temp. However, I've watched other reviews, (Cruiseman' Garage specifically) that showed an ambient temp readout on top bar, so maybe its just a display option that needs to be enabled? I've been in the market for a GPS that I can use on my 1290 for road adventures but also swap over to the 950 for off road fun and I think your review just pushed me over the top. Thanks again. Next time you and "Mr. XLADV" are in my neck of the woods we'll need to go for a rip around the mountains...

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

I’ll take a look. The only external air temperature thing that I found is the one from the Weather app that is on there that shows the temperature but you have to have some type of phone or Wi-Fi service to be able to have that to work. But I’ll definitely take a look and see if maybe it’s a display capability that is disabled

@SQTierHog 7 дней назад

Thank you!

@dalehawkes1698 2 года назад

Great video thanks for making it, I love mine just getting used to it as only a few weeks old

@brownharr1 2 года назад

Just got a Montana 700i. I couldn't help but feel like the Zumo was a bit too much of a street gps for me. Glad to see you're back at it. Keep it up.

@brianbl101 Год назад

How do you like the 700i? I’m debating between the zumo and the Montana. Thanks

@brownharr1 Год назад

@@brianbl101 absolutely love it. It's perfect for offroading which is the majority of my riding. The Inreach is the big one for me. I travel alone alot.

@garymorris2857 2 года назад

Good informative video

@PapaDougsAdventures01 2 года назад

I ordered this last week at my local dealer. I’ve been extremely disappointed with the BMW Navigator VI that I purchased new with the bike. I have a mount already installed On my KTM Adv R and as soon as I confirm this works as advertised I’ll convert the mount on my R1250GSA. Sorry, I would have used your link if I’d seen this review before.

@Kavika-xh1qj 2 года назад

Quadlock with the vibration dampener, wireless charger and a drone hood. It’s basically replaced my GPS, quick camera, rider perspective camera, log book, voice recorder for diary and much more. It’s nice to have one device you can voice control to navigate, listen to music and all that good stuff.

@roolebo 2 года назад

Quad lock kit like this is worth 3/4 of Zumo’s price. You need to get: 1. A case for your phone or universal adapter 2. Wireless charging head 3. Vibration damper 4. Handlebar mount 5. 12V to USB adapter This would be around $300. And it’s just a mount system, without device cost.

@Kavika-xh1qj 2 года назад

@@roolebo look at it objectively. I have 4 motorcycles, 2 vehicles and a boat. Not to mention 10 bicycles. And a drone. By using the quadlock, I can transfer my device as I switch vehicles or activity. I use the same nav apps on my bicycle car or on foot. One device to rule them all. The quadlock let’s you transfer from vehicle to vehicles to home, no fuss. The phone case is a very good one, and you need a case anyway. You need to buy mounts regardless. Might as well buy a mounting system that gives you 100% flexibility. Getting one more electronic device that does just one thing, is not economical, it’s more things to buy, update, keep track of. And my phone gets better and better every year. All I have to do is get a new phone case and I’m back in business. Meanwhile the nav has no solution against obsolescence. I’m still using quadlock mounts I purchased in 2017. I started using them with an IPhone 7, I’m on the 13 now.

@jmorein8297 2 года назад

I believe you will see the map scale if you switch to north up or track up view, not in 3d view

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

Thanks, Ill check that out. That makes a lot of sense

@pokerhousewife2805 2 года назад

Awesome fucking video! I was not excited about the 22 min video but you did a great job and touched on all the cool features without being boring😂

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

Yes I did not expect it to be so long. There are so many features on this I really had to dwindle it down. If you have any questions at all feel free to ask. Very intuitive device

@pokerhousewife2805 2 года назад

@@backcountryadvmoto I will use your affiliate link when I pick this up. Thanks again!

@savage22bolt32 2 года назад

Great vid, but I need grandkids to teach me how to do everything you're showing us. (Ya I'm old)

@robertisbell3262 2 года назад

That was a quick 22 minutes, good content and production. First time viewer, subscribed. Does the XT have a night-time mode? If not do you have a need to change brightness when it gets dark? What phone do you connect your XT to? Thanks!

@MichelClavette 2 года назад

Yes, the Zumo XT has a night mode and the light sensor makes it switch automatically between day and night themes.

@andreashirsch6893 2 года назад

Just got mine yesterday. Looking forward to your thoughts. First btw 😎

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

Hope you enjoy it! Ive had mine for about 10 months. Just getting around to posting about it. Its a great piece of tech. Ive enjoyed it a lot and its the best I've used.

@snatr Год назад

You mentioned the actual temperature readings are the end... I understand these units incorporate the ant+ technology for the inReach units- too bad they can't pair up with the Garmin temp sensors. Or can they 🤔😋

@jr3730 2 года назад

thanks for the videos, keep them coming! what mount was your phone in when it damaged the camera? my iphone 11 camera was damaged too

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

I’ve had it damaged in a quad lock and a x grip

@ktmgek Год назад

o yes...u can display a temperature on it.

@robdanner3833 2 года назад

When I bought my GSA, I sprung for the Garmin Nav6. Little did I know that it was going to be so cumbersome and non-intuitive. For the most direct way of uploading specifically designed route-tracks, Basecamp is the preferred source. It has a STEEP and lengthy learning curve and Garmin no longer supports it. I've since moved over to MRA and use their companion MRA Navigator with offline maps on my android for roadwork. I don't like using my phone for the very reasons you outlined. If the ZUMO XT was sufficiently smooth to use for MRA GPX uploads, I'd consider using one full time.

@taswr 2 года назад

I tried several Garmin, each one got condensation behind the screen, got tomtom now with no issues

@weigelji1 2 года назад

Loved everything about my XT with the exception that it wasn’t Apple compatible. Tried all the supposed fixes…none worked. I ended up downloading my BDR tracks on my wife’s PC at school. From there it was a breeze getting them on the Garmin.

@man16812 2 года назад

What is not compatible? I use it with my IPhone. I transfer gpx with the Drive app, my contacts are synced, etc.

@macplus3339 Год назад

@@man16812 It is not compatible with the Mac version of Garmin's BaseCamp.

@erik19731 2 года назад

Good combo it to create route on Rever and then export file to Garmin.

@savage22bolt32 2 года назад

I want one of these for a backup. But mainly, I want a route on a roll sheet, like we used for enduros back in the 70's.

@davidjmichaud4422 Год назад

@@savage22bolt32 dont quote me on this but I believe the rally road book is what you might be looking for. You can print it or use it on a tablet.

@toddmadeen 2 года назад

I have a love-hate relationship with my XT. I agree. It is the best standalone NAV for ADV riding, but it has so many issues with BT connections, and I can't use "OK google" with a Cardio unit connected directly to the XT. The most annoying thing to me is every time i start the XT i have to manually start Spotify on my phone. This could just be an issue with my particular phone. It sounds like IOS is better for this situation.

@sunnyvalejedi 2 года назад

Can you explain more about the OK Google? I use android auto all the time.

@AdventureTravelandScuba 2 года назад

I think next time I would go with the one that Itchi Boots is using Montana 700i build in in reach. I am using currently Zumo 595 Lm its great so not planning to change until it craps out

@ryanmoore686 2 года назад

The Montana series are great, if this was out when I got my XT I would of also gone with it over the XT, regardless of the inreach as you can setup an inreach to the xt.

@pokerhousewife2805 2 года назад

I thought that was well but if you get in a wreck and can't get to your bike, the Montana inreach is useless. Better safe than sorry and have the inreach mini on your chest..cheers💎

@DieselSniffer3500 2 года назад

My argument against that is you always want to have your gps tracker on your person in case of a situation where you might be thrown from the bike and injured/unable to move

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

I agree with that. If the injury is bad enough, chances are you will not be able to get back to the bike so an inreach capable device is on you is better. the nice thing about pairing it to the XT is that if someone messages you on your in inreach when you are in the backcountry , it will pop up on the XT.

@ericbenttech2234 6 месяцев назад

No map scale is a HUGE nitpick. Thanks for telling us.

@Felvisfelvisovich 2 года назад

already replace my garmin montana this winter

@karlwiese652 2 года назад

Good Video, I currently use a Montana 680 and find the screen a little small and have been thinking about upgrading to a 750 or the XT , I like the fact the XT is considerably less than the 750 have you had the chance to try a 750 out yet ? .

@thomasarcher9921 2 года назад

Same question here.

@wendelinbittner9054 Год назад

don't know if its been said in the comments somewhere but my zumo xt has the map scale on the rh top corner of the map or just above the back bottom when you have an app going on the rh side.

@ThisTall Год назад

Nice review! I watched in 10min, but I’m curious how this unit works with off rd maps? Looking for an option for a snow bike.

@backcountryadvmoto Год назад

I’m sure it would do fine. I use my Trailtech Voyager Pro for my snowbike. You can overlay terrain and areas that might have potential Avi conditions. You were also able to connect temperature sensors that will read right on the GPS So you can always keep track of your temps. For something like a snow bike I think the voyager pro is more practical but for adventure bikes, the Garmin takes it.

@Kal-zo5ym 2 года назад

Thanks for the review as I have been looking for a new GPS for my bike. The cross bar mounting u bolts and mounting plate is not part of product description. Was this included or did you buy separately?

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

It’s included in the box

@PennsylvaniaDualSport 2 года назад

I just ordered this. Now I wonder if I can get multiple mounts for the 3 different bikes I plan to use this on

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

Yes, you can order extra mounting docs from the garmin website or here on Amazon. Power cable : amzn.to/3Gsy3dT Dock: amzn.to/3Gr3O79

@thierrybriand2413 2 года назад

Hi, nice vid ! Does it “lock” into its cradle ? i.e. only removable with a security Torx screwdriver such as on the Montana series ?

@jimkonugres8454 Год назад

it snaps in, but I think this item will def help the security aspect. Im not 100% confident that in a rough situation it will hold, that being said, I have never heard of them falling off or at least read about it. I dont have enough miles with mine to give a definitive 1st hand review. This product Seems cheap and easy. This video review is from this channel. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-UdkBGzR5FgQ.html

@danvalleskey Год назад

Been a few months since you did this great review. Is everything still working as it should? I see lots of complaints on FB about trouble when it rains, trouble with power connection, concerns about the unit bouncing loose. Also, have your tried to use it in your car? I used my old 550 (before it bricked) in my truck and on my bike, sometimes on each one in the same day. You mentioned a wireless camera feed, would this be a good alternative to mounting a gopro for scenery shots? Hey, thanks for the review.

@backcountryadvmoto Год назад

I can't speak for use in the car, but it has performed 100% flawless for me. Ive used it in the rain, snow, mud and everything in between and love it. I use the locking mount from Touratech to keep it secure from sticky fingers when parked, but haven't haven't heard of anyone having one come loose with the factory mount.

@dalehawkes1698 2 года назад

How do u get off road maps ect, in the UK we call it green laneing

@saifonlawrence2044 5 месяцев назад

Would you be able to upload routes in Thailand and navigate to landmarks, businesses in various cities or towns ?

@erickelly7161 11 месяцев назад

Great video. My question is when you are using TRACKS offroad, do you want to be zoomed out or in to make sure you are still on the track? I'm getting ready to do the Idaho bdr in two weeks and have never used tracks, but I don't want to have to backtrack. Thanks

@backcountryadvmoto 11 месяцев назад

Honestly, you can be zoomed in or out. If you are zoomed out too far though, it is hard to see intersections, so I try to find a happy medium in between. Just finished the Idaho BDR today for the fifth time. This is a great time of year to ride it. Have a good time, and say hi to Josh for me at the yellow pine general store.

@happypvr 2 года назад

Good review! I have a Fodsports FX8 headset. Will this gps pair with my FX8 headset and transmit voice navigation directions and music to the headset via bluetooth?

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

It’s should work with no problem

@justsomedude445 2 года назад

better than the Kyocera dura force pro 2 ??

@noelbentley5204 2 года назад

There is a whole history of Zumo XT hot shoe connector problems. Have these been sorted out? See Zumo forum

@TheEasyrider1200 2 года назад

To get scale, you need to be in North Up or Track Up.

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

Thanks, I figured that out after releasing the video. Appreciate the comment

@trekOCLVone Год назад

I just bought a new Zumo XT and couldn't get the unit to charge the internal battery. Two days of trying several cables and chargers could only get the charge to barely into the green and immediately would sink back into the yellow then red. So, the unit had to be returned. I bought it through Cabela's on line and I'm guessing because Cabela's doesn't stock the unit it is drop shipped from Garmin and Cabela's will not accept a return on this item. That is a bite. So, called Garmin and received a return UPS label. The situation is considered a warranty claim and I fear I'm going to get a used unit that was been recycled. That sucks.

@OneOldManRiding 2 года назад

My Zumo XT is great for tracks, but Google maps usually works better if I am just looking for a specific location. - Frank

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

But if you do not have cell service, google maps will not search for a location.

@armadilllo Год назад

@@backcountryadvmoto you can download google offline maps because of the gps sensor in your phone. Pretty cool.

@cevansPhotographer Год назад

Ive bought the Xt recently but i noticed when connected via Bluetooth to the mobile phone & headset only the music NOT the audio navigation instruction is received by the headset, my mobile phone states connected for media audio only so I do I get the spoken instruction via by Helmet BT receiver?

@Mcseverythingoutdoors Год назад

Hello, looking for a GPS that will work off road in the Adirondacks . One I can access the state trails. Can I get the snowmobile trails in here if so how difficult is it to download and use? Thanks

@rhinogames9856 Год назад

I’m looking for pure dirt bike trails Do u feel the Trail Tech is worth the extra money for that or not over the xt?

@Westoakian Год назад

Quick question…did you have to load any additional off road maps on the XT2? I’ve not been able to get the XT2 to show ANY forest service roads a mile from my house in Idaho no matter the setting. Very frustrated with it. Love the channel, thx for any advice!

@backcountryadvmoto Год назад

I have the original Zumo XT not the XT2 and haven’t had any problems. Maybe try loading a regional map and seeing if that helps, or contact Garmin support

@Westoakian Год назад

@@backcountryadvmoto Thanks for the reply. I did contact Garmen and they suggested buying their new Tread Base Edition, however that is primarily for side x sides device, no mounts for motos. Wish On Xoffroad would make a device. Thx again!

@lisasnider3981 Год назад

Bought the XT 2 and it wouldn’t load ANY off road tracks, kept wanting to go highway, I changed all the settings and I am VERY near BLM land…should have picked it up. Going to try the Tread, have you had any experience with that garmin device?

@gtpits Год назад

Ditto on the iphone camera failure, phone stays in the backpack and the Zumo does the nav

@4imazupi 2 года назад

Thanks for the review. I bought a GSA that has one of these. Do u know if there is someway to lock the GPS onto the mount? Cheers

@usamade5943 2 года назад

If you have nav prep, you can buy the e-navXT with theft deterrent which mounts to the bmw nav prep and charges from it as well. It's from Adapter 3d Motorrad

@usamade5943 2 года назад

Motopumps dot com

@reneweisz9157 Год назад

How does it display tracks? the previous one version are horrible and you could barely see them

@DustinEvans1966 2 года назад

I've replaced the stupid power cord three times on mine. Have about 80k on the unit and two years old. The most recent time I replaced the cord....... The unit is dead. So no more Garmin for me. Was a great unit when It was working though. Still can't imagine paying 500$ for this when you can get a 200$ GPS smartphone and do the same thing. Uploading gpx files wad quite difficult if using a computer.

@397coney7 2 года назад

I’ve had the Zumo for about three months. I like it, but that mount is so sketchy. They should have put more thought into mounting a $500.00 GPS🙄. I have to find an alternative.

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

I’ve owned this gps since last April. Just got around to putting the video out. That being said, I did use touratech locking mount to hold the gps to the cross bar and it’s rock solid. I’ve got several thousand miles on the gps with now issues

@DieselSniffer3500 2 года назад

Only issue I’ve had with mine so far is when first starting off on a ride. Sometimes the audio will not come through my Cardo and I’ll have to shut off or reconnect a few times to get the audio coming through again

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

I have had that happen a couple times too. For instance my music will come out the backspeaker of the GPS. I then have to reconnect and it works fine. Kind of a pain though sometimes

@DieselSniffer3500 2 года назад

@@backcountryadvmoto there is a setting to disable the gps speaker so if you lose connection or shutoff your com it won’t play audio out of the gps. Because who ever wants their music playing on the gps speaker lol

@c2mojo Год назад

Zumo or Tread?

@mojitojl8171 2 года назад

Toward the end you mentioned it not having a temperature readout. Could you not use the weather portion on the zumo for that, displayed on the side there ???

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

It only works with phone service and it’s not actual ambient air temp. The temp reading comes from the closest weather station which could be miles away

@mojitojl8171 2 года назад

@@backcountryadvmoto got ya. Thanks for the reply. Right now i have the XT and the 700i in planking, trying to decide.

@ExploreAdventureMoto 2 года назад

What do you think of the XT now that you’ve used it for a while?

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

First lan I still think it’s the best thing out there as far as turn my turn adventure bike GPS. I know at least two people who have gotten rid of their factory BMW units and switched to the XT.

@robkcra 2 года назад

Will the thing play Spotify assuming you have it on your cell? Thanks.

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

Yes it will play any music app on your phone

@sierrafoxtrotgolf3638 8 месяцев назад

I run a Gen 3 Spot tracker which my wife loves to see where I'm at. Does the XT allow her to track me (which would save the annual fee for the Spot)?

@backcountryadvmoto 8 месяцев назад

No it only pairs with the gamin inReach for tracking and sos

@spydie Год назад

Can you use the charger cord plugged into your phone charger on your bike to constantly power the GPS instead of doing a direct-to-battery connection?

@backcountryadvmoto Год назад

I just wire it to switched power source . That way the cords are concealed and it only draws power when the bike is on. When you turn the bike off, it will ask you if you want to switch it to the internal battery or off. If you ignore it, it will automatically power down. It’s almost as of was a oem unit

@spydie Год назад

@@backcountryadvmoto But my question was, if you use the charging cord, will it power it constantly like the power cord does. The reason I want to know is that I already have a dual USB charging port on my bike which is using the only switched power source wires that my bike has and don't want to have to tear all the fairing off it to look for another source if the charging cable will work.

@ianboggiowoll4152 Год назад

Will it be really worth it to upgrade my zumo 590 for xt ? I am in Peru so many options I am pretty sure dont work like lifetime traffic, birdseye....

@backcountryadvmoto Год назад

In my opinion YES. I have zero ties to Garmin and I can say with 100% honesty its the best one out there for ADV bikes

@davehysom2636 2 года назад

I'm trying to figure out how the cradle spacers work, because the picture in the instructions looks backwards. Ugh; everyone skips over this part.

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

Send me a message on instagram or email me and I’ll show you a photo

@EmJay2022 2 года назад

I kinda wish I bought this one over the BMW Nav 6. The Nav 6 has reliability issues.

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

I’ve heard several people say that. There is a company that makes a conversion plate that allows you to use the Zumo XT with your factory GPS mount and connection.

@EmJay2022 2 года назад

@@backcountryadvmoto I'll have to look into that. Do you have a link to that mount by chance? I'd definitely consider switching over.

@1xplorer 2 года назад

Just 1 question, does it support every country or just USA or European?

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

Here is a link to the garmin website. Here you will find a tool where you can search by continent and region to see if your map is available to download www.garmin.com/en-US/p/679804#maps

@aceovereight Год назад

Hoping that the weight of the Zumo XT didn't cause that crack to your windscreen?

@backcountryadvmoto Год назад

Haha no not even close. That was from riding my ADV bike like a dirt bike. Doesn’t quite handle the same 😂

@horatio8764 8 месяцев назад

My XT ... Crap vague mount , never confident that it has clicked in , the 595 mount was fantastic Constantly tells me to do a U turn , constantly Pretty hopeless really, we usually use google maps because it's mental. Do I recommend, no

@horatio8764 8 месяцев назад

Also they took off the TPMS, totally disappointed And the older Garmin cameras aren't supported , thanks Garmin considering I spent over $1000 on 3 of them

@ericpetrson236 2 года назад

Question: How can you get a route to a location without a street address?

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

You can either press and hold on the map at any point and it will create a route to that location, or enter in a coordinate if you have that

@ericpetrson236 2 года назад

Thanks! I was thinking only the 276 and 478 series had that capability.

@FritzysGarage 2 года назад

My understanding is the screen will jump when in navigation mode when it is raining or rain droplets hit the screen. Can anyone confirm this? If this is true, see this as a huge issue and wish Garmin would have locking function by simple one button activation so screen wouldn't jump rendering GPS map useless. Anyone experience this?

@backcountryadvmoto 2 года назад

No I have not had that issue at all. I have ridden in rain, snow, had it covered in mud and dust with no issues