Navigation and Communication for Your BMW F450GS

The next ride with the BMW F450GS often starts spontaneously: the motorcycle is ready to go, the destination is set – but at the latest after the next unfamiliar intersection, the question arises as to where the road actually continues. This is exactly where well-thought-out equipment for navigation and communication can make all the difference. With the right accessories from Hornig, the cockpit of the BMW F450GS becomes a practical command center for your next ride, the daily commute to work or a long weekend tour.

 

When the Journey Becomes the Destination

Especially on a motorcycle tour, you do not want to keep stopping to check your smartphone for the next turn. A permanently mounted navigation device ensures that the route remains conveniently visible while riding. The TomTom Rider 550 navigation device is a suitable companion for motorcyclists when the BMW F450GS is also expected to reliably show the way on unfamiliar roads. A fixed navigation solution is particularly practical on longer tours where winding back roads and new destinations are on the agenda.

For those who prefer a particularly large and easy-to-read display on extended journeys, the Garmin Zumo XT2 Europe offers another option. This allows the planned route to be prepared before setting off and remain visible exactly where it belongs while riding: directly within the rider's field of vision.

 

A Navigation Device Is Only Practical When It Is Properly Positioned

While riding, navigation should require as little attention as possible away from the traffic. That is why it is not only the navigation device itself that matters, but also its position on the motorcycle. With a suitable GPS mount, the device can be positioned on the BMW F450GS so that important information can be quickly read without the rider having to take their eyes off the road for too long.

Depending on the desired mounting method, an additional GPS mount or a GPS mount with plate may be a practical choice. This is especially useful for riders who use their motorcycle in different ways and, for example, need different equipment for their daily commute than for a multi-day tour. Hornig therefore offers solutions that allow navigation to be integrated according to the personal use of the BMW F450GS.

 

When the Smartphone Becomes Your Tour Guide

For many motorcyclists, the smartphone has long been much more than just a phone. A navigation app is enough to plan a route spontaneously, look for an interesting stop along the way or find your way to the next meeting point. To ensure that the smartphone does not disappear loose in a pocket, but can instead be securely mounted on the motorcycle and easily accessed while riding, there are various smartphone solutions for the BMW F450GS.

The Quiklox smartphone holder for motorcycle handlebars, for example, is suitable for mounting directly on the handlebar. If a different position is preferred, the Quiklox smartphone holder for M6/M8 handlebar clamp or the Quiklox smartphone holder for mirrors can be used. This allows the position of the smartphone to be adapted to the rider's seating position and the desired view of the display.

Changing weather brings another aspect into play: the smartphone should not only remain clearly visible on the road, but also be adequately protected. The waterproof smartphone case can be a useful addition if the tour is not supposed to end with the first rain shower.

 

More Freedom When It Comes to Mounting

Sometimes the smartphone should not be permanently mounted in one specific position, but should remain as flexible as possible. This is exactly when versatile mounting solutions come into their own. With the RAM ball mount for tubular handlebars and the RAM X-Grip smartphone clamp, an individual solution for mounting the smartphone can be created. This is particularly interesting for riders who use their BMW F450GS both in everyday life and on longer tours and want to change their equipment depending on the ride.

The various SP Connect solutions also offer ways to position the smartphone on the motorcycle according to personal preferences. The SP Connect Bar Clamp Mount Pro, the SP Connect Clutch Mount Pro and the SP Connect Mirror Mount allow for different mounting options. This means that not every rider has to use the same solution – what matters is which position proves to be the most practical in their own everyday riding.

 

When the Battery Must Not Give Up Along the Way

A long day trip with navigation activated can put quite a strain on a smartphone. After several hours of riding, it would be frustrating if the battery ran out just before reaching the destination. That is why practical smartphone navigation also includes a suitable power supply option.

The smartphone holder with charging function combines smartphone mounting with a charging option and can therefore be a useful support, especially on longer rides. For connecting an additional device, the connection cable for additional device 12V power socket is also available. This allows navigation to be used even on an extended tour without constantly having to keep an eye on the remaining battery level.

 

For Spontaneous Detours as Well as Long Tours

Perhaps the next ride will only be a short trip around the local area. But perhaps it will take several days along unfamiliar roads and through new regions. The requirements for navigation can vary considerably. A GPS bag, for example, offers another way to accommodate a suitable device.

This allows every rider to configure the equipment of their BMW F450GS according to their own way of riding. Those who enjoy spontaneously exploring new roads can rely on smartphone navigation. Riders who regularly go on longer journeys may opt for a dedicated motorcycle navigation device. And those who use both can choose the right solution depending on the tour.

 

The BMW F450GS Ready for the Next Route

Ultimately, navigation and communication for the BMW F450GS are not about fitting as much technology as possible onto the motorcycle. What matters far more is that the chosen equipment provides support exactly when it is needed: when spontaneously turning onto an unfamiliar road, finding the next fuel stop, embarking on a long holiday journey or ensuring that the smartphone is still ready for use after several hours of riding.

With the right accessories from Hornig, the BMW F450GS can be specifically equipped for situations like these. This leaves more time for what motorcycling is really all about: the road, the corners and the next adventure.