HELP! I don't speak GPS!

[4corners14]

Wow, after reading a few of the threads about the Montana or the Zumo 340/350 I realize that even though I currently own 6 Garmins, 3 that no longer work, that I know next to nothing about what I need for a specific application, so......I'm going to the experts on the forum.

I need to know what motorcycle specific GPS to buy to be able to download the tracks from (specifically) the BDR - Backcountry Discovery Routes website. http://www.backcountrydiscoveryroutes.com/UTBDR

I've never had a GPS that was capable of the downloads so I don't know what I don't know.

Please give me your recommendation of which unit to get and why, in layman's terms. I really appreciate it, and so will my riding buddies, as my turn by turn hand mapping of a 650 mile route (offroad) was a real PITA to create AND follow!

Thanks for your help!

[mcnut]

My understanding is the 340/350 doesn't do imported tracks so that might be a deal breaker.

Garmin Montana if the budget allows
or
Garmin 78 for West Marine for slightly less $$.

Both need maps and the 78 will need an inexpensive mount (and optional power cable).

This has been discussed over and over but the bottom line is;

Tracks not routes or an .img file if you know how.

Bruce

[Emoto]

The 350/340 does not display tracks, so if that is what you need, then the 350 is out.

The Montana will display tracks.

The Zumo 660 and 665 do display tracks, I think.

[River Pilot]

Good morning 4corners14,

You might find this information helpful.

Regarding maps, whether City Navigator or TOPO, this information should prove useful.

Good luck,

River Pilot
Cheyenne, WY. U.S.A.
Web: www.riverspilot.com

[Countdown]

Originally Posted by 4corners14

I need to know what motorcycle specific GPS to buy to be able to download the tracks from (specifically) the BDR

Actually nothing to do with Motorcycles. Any hand held e-trex/60/76/78/Montana will accept tracks and is what most seriouis dirt rider use. Montana is probably "the" crossover unit for dirt bikes, adv bikes, cars.