BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

Good morning,


There has been a map update for the older devices (Garmin 660 & older or BMW Navigator IV)

You can get it via Garmin Express, and if you want it on the computer as well - please don't forget to adjust the install options!

Best regards
Sleuth

Thanks for the "heads-up" Sleuth, GPS device (660) & computer being updated as I type.

Will report back later!

Can anyone explain why Garmin updates take so long to install?


The latest update (for my 660) shows an installation time of 2 hrs 44 mins.

David. wrote:Will report back later!

Failed at the first attempt, re-started, standby for further update!

At the third attempt, 2018.10 maps now installed on both GPS device & PC.

David. wrote: At the third attempt, 2018.10 maps now installed on both GPS device & PC.

I just did my car 660 and Bike Nav V today and it is 2018.20 I got.

LAF wrote:I just did my car 660 and Bike Nav V today and it is 2018.20 I got.

Is there a difference between Europe (UK) & US map versions.

David. wrote: Is there a difference between Europe (UK) & US map versions.

I bet you are correct on that.  It explains it pretty well I think.

LAF wrote: I just did my car 660 and Bike Nav V today and it is 2018.20 I got.

Nav V I think uses the newer NTU map set which I understand is currently on version 2018.20

The 660 / Nav IV or earlier uses the NT map set which is 2018.10

The older map sets are not as frequently updated, possibly a means to persuade people to upgrade.

Sleuth wrote:The 660 / Nav IV or earlier uses the NT map set which is 2018.10

Yep, I'm on the NT maps with my 660.

Sleuth wrote:The older map sets are not as frequently updated, possibly a means to persuade people to upgrade.

Don't think they build new roads that quickly, that it really matters.

David. wrote: Yep, I'm on the NT maps with my 660.

Don't think they build new roads that quickly, that it really matters.

They certainly don't update the maps quickly enough to keep up with the changes in speed limits. Invariably downwards and if in doubt, knock 10 mph off the limit indicated by the GPS.

k9doc wrote:They certainly don't update the maps quickly enough to keep up with the changes in speed limits. Invariably downwards and if in doubt, knock 10 mph off the limit indicated by the GPS.

They've already done it for you in the Peak District, everywhere is 50 MPH when it should be the NSL of 60 MPH.

David. wrote: They've already done it for you in the Peak District, everywhere is 50 MPH when it should be the NSL of 60 MPH.

Aye but that's only on the 'grockle' roads. Not a problem when you know where to go. Mind you, anymore than 50 through cow$h1t does leave things a bit messy.

David. wrote: Don't think they build new roads that quickly, that it really matters.

While in general this is true, however there are exceptions to the rule!

Where I live they have knocked down a bridge - to make way for a canal expansion & to reduce ways a car can get into the city!  It was blocked for traffic during November last year.

The new map still has the bridge as an option.  I know Belgium is pretty lax on where motorcycles can & can't go - but I think that stretches the limits!