Matching GPS

[CTExplorer]

On this topic. Angelo with SGR has been promoting (with no supposed affiliation) a new system called DMD2 which is still being developed. They sell a stand alone unit as well but it can also be downloaded to your smart phone via their app for free. Uncertain of the advantages to the stand alone unit besides including all the "premium" features not in the free version and all maps already in memory storage however he's been pretty excited about the platform coming from someone who's tried many different devices in the past. He admits its not "perfect" but what is and its still being developed. I've downloaded it and started playing around with it but since it's winter no real trial yet but seems like an interesting option that is still being perfected. Seems worth checking out.

 

[CTExplorer]

I also stumbled across "Kurviger" a while back when it was first released and it's pretty interesting as in it has features similar to "Rever" that allows you to pick road preferences based on traffic, curviness, unpaved etc. I've used it a bit to plan the best routes to some local destinations and it does a pretty good job. Still needs a subscription for all features but I like these platforms you can try before you buy.

 

[Rusty Nuts]

I know this is not exactly a GPS, but I’ve been pretty happy with the Gaia app in my iPhone. I like your explore forest roads and barely-maintained dirt roads, and I’ve been able to find everything I was looking for so far. You can download maps before you travel in areas with no cell service. Subscription required for full features — worth it to me.

 

[Mntnmike]

I use OnX Off-road and it’s awesome! I’m in the Sierra Nevada near Yosemite and there is very patchy cell signal off-road in the forest but I can download hi-res offline maps in the app and the phone GPS keeps me spot on to my track.

I’ve looked at others but nothing has the database of Offroad trail that I’ve found in OnX

 

[Kuro Neko]

I use OnX Off-road and it’s awesome! I’m in the Sierra Nevada near Yosemite and there is very patchy cell signal off-road in the forest but I can download hi-res offline maps in the app and the phone GPS keeps me spot on to my track.

I’ve looked at others but nothing has the database of Offroad trail that I’ve found in OnX

Unfortunately:


So, like others, I use an old Android and Maps.me, combined with the Open Street Maps (OSM) maps it allows me to plan a ride from my couch on my PC browser, and then using the same map the Maps.me app on the Hunter Cub.



The OSM maps are fully populated with government survey details, including all trails, walking tracks, and similar.
Coupled with the contours, it makes for a great mapping experience.



Further, the app - with downloaded maps - is entirely self contained and does not need cell coverage to provide either moving map or navi capabilities.
No cost, no ads, and totally reliable (if it can see a bird that is), and since I've been using it, it has never let me down.
For the paranoid too, you can connect to wi-fi, download the app, download your maps, and without a valid SIM and wi-fi turned off you are essentially dark and in total receive GPS signals only stealth mode.

My only issue is the old Android battery lasts just a few hours, and I need to add a USB port to my Cub, but that's another issue...

 

[Low-gear]

My only issue is the old Android battery lasts just a few hours, and I need to add a USB port to my Cub, but that's another issue...

Extremely easy if you get one that plugs into headlight harness. It’s been covered on the forum before. So glad I have that now. That was the missing piece that opened up the world of cheap phones for me.

 

[Low-gear]

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[Kuro Neko]

Extremely easy if you get one that plugs into headlight harness. It’s been covered on the forum before. So glad I have that now. That was the missing piece that opened up the world of cheap phones for me.

Thanks, as indeed I've been able to farm the great info here on just that.
My only issue will be I've moved the native accessory pigtail (Japan market JA65, and I think that is what it is) from inside the headlight bucket to just behind, and not sure I can fit another connector (with the LED adapter) that I've already added to the headlight feed.
Regardless, there's easy options and I am looking forward to getting my DMM warmed up, pulling down my connector stash from the shelf, and opening that new roll of Tessa tape...

Appreciated!

 

[dmonkey]

Behind the headlight and inside the black plastic headlight housing there is a 3-pin connector for the ignition switch. If you have room in the headlight bucket to fit it, that could be used instead of the actual headlight wiring.

In this photo I have a cable added between the ignition cable connectors from this kit: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHGSVW1V


You could also draw power for a USB port from the battery, or from the diagnostic plug.

I am using the ignition switch for USB power, and I am using the diagnostic plug that sits on top of the battery for powering my Garmin so all accessories on my CT125 are switched off with the ignition without having added a power distribution module like I've done on other bikes with more accessories or less plug-in options.

 

[Kuro Neko]

Behind the headlight and inside the black plastic headlight housing there is a 3-pin connector for the ignition switch. If you have room in the headlight bucket to fit it, that could be used instead of the actual headlight wiring.
In this photo I have a cable added between the ignition cable connectors from this kit: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHGSVW1V
You could also draw power for a USB port from the battery, or from the diagnostic plug.
I am using the ignition switch for USB power, and I am using the diagnostic plug that sits on top of the battery for powering my Garmin so all accessories on my CT125 are switched off with the ignition without having added a power distribution module like I've done on other bikes with more accessories or less plug-in options.

Wow, thanks for the specific detail, as this will help heaps.
Notably as I've already had an issue trying to resolve the JDM JA65 color codes for switched battery and earth, as they appear to vary from what I assume are gray imports (from other Asian markets) and local Honda sales (like mine).

The kit I've ordered comes with an adapter cable, and from appearance it appears the same for the ignition as you suggest - and I am hoping I can fit it in the headlight bucket too...

 

[dmonkey]

Same idea, but that photo with the blue connectors looks like it's for the 2-pin aux power plug (present on Japanese market bikes) instead of the 3-pin ignition switch plug.

 

[Kuro Neko]

Same idea, but that photo with the blue connectors looks like it's for the 2-pin aux power plug (present on Japanese market bikes) instead of the 3-pin ignition switch plug.

Ahhh... thanks again, and I will update when I get the bits, and start the work... but, good to know (again).