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by jbarr
Sun May 19, 2019 9:37 pm
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: NAV VI Voice Prompts via BMW Audio System?
Replies: 11
Views: 1862

Re: NAV VI Voice Prompts via BMW Audio System?

Update:  I got my bike out of storage a few weeks ago and played with the NAVVI and BMW audio settings and am now getting the voice commands loud and clear through the bike's audio system.  Not sure why it didn't work before, but i was probably an error on my part.
by jbarr
Thu Mar 21, 2019 11:22 pm
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: NAV VI Voice Prompts via BMW Audio System?
Replies: 11
Views: 1862

Re: NAV VI Voice Prompts via BMW Audio System?

Thanks for the info folks. The bike is currently in storage for the long Canadian winter, but as soon as I pick it up I will be trying to get it to work, based on your comments.
by jbarr
Mon Mar 11, 2019 10:26 pm
Forum: Touring on your BMW R1200RT/R1250RT
Topic: Trip plans for 2019
Replies: 17
Views: 3483

Re: Trip plans for 2019

Retiring this year and taking off July and August to burn off some leave. Going to start at the most easterly point of North America (Cape Spear in my home Province of Newfoundland) and then heading West across Canada to Whitehorse, Yukon on a solo bike trip. Will take a quick run from Whitehorse to...
by jbarr
Fri Jan 11, 2019 2:16 pm
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: NAV VI Voice Prompts via BMW Audio System?
Replies: 11
Views: 1862

Re: NAV VI Voice Prompts via BMW Audio System?

No I haven't...thanks for the suggestion
by jbarr
Wed Jan 09, 2019 7:06 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: 2009 R1200RT Riding comfort issues
Replies: 17
Views: 2448

Re: 2009 R1200RT Riding comfort issues

I too find the seat uncomfortable after about 1 hour of riding and start squirming.  I am planning a really long trip this summer and have been trying different things for comfort.  Not sure if they would help with your specific problem, but I have done the following with varying d...
by jbarr
Wed Jan 09, 2019 6:35 pm
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: NAV VI Voice Prompts via BMW Audio System?
Replies: 11
Views: 1862

Re: NAV VI Voice Prompts via BMW Audio System?

Sorry to take so long to reply....yes I have turned on voice prompts in the NAV VI menu but I still get nothing.  If you are certain that you can get them through your RT's speakers then I will have to play with the menus again and see if I can get it to work.  I have asked the dea...
by jbarr
Tue Jan 01, 2019 9:23 pm
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: NAV VI Voice Prompts via BMW Audio System?
Replies: 11
Views: 1862

Re: NAV VI Voice Prompts via BMW Audio System?

Yes, that is what I am asking.  I have been unable to get voice commands through the speakers of my 2017 RT.  I do occasionally hear a "beep" through the RT's audio system that I think is caused by the GPS, but that is it.
by jbarr
Tue Jan 01, 2019 12:35 am
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: NAV VI Voice Prompts via BMW Audio System?
Replies: 11
Views: 1862

NAV VI Voice Prompts via BMW Audio System?

Is there any simple way to be able to receive the NAV VI voice prompts through my 2017 RT audio system?  Or must I invest in a blue tooth communication system for my helmet?  I find it incredible that I can't get the GPS voice commands through the audio system.
by jbarr
Tue Jun 26, 2018 1:36 am
Forum: Photos & Videos
Topic: My Early Retirement Gift
Replies: 0
Views: 1490

My Early Retirement Gift

Lovin' the rt.  A joy to ride.[attachimg=1][attachimg=2]
by jbarr
Mon Jun 25, 2018 3:16 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: New member from Canada
Replies: 10
Views: 1336

Re: New member from Canada

Welcome fellow Canuck!  Seems to be a common story.  I returned to the bike this year, after a 29 year hiatus.  Purchased a new 2017 rt that I picked up in May and am just shy of 3K on the odometer.  Planning a cross Canada trip next year....St. John's, NL to Whit...
by jbarr
Thu Jun 07, 2018 10:32 am
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: Sena SRL Bluetooth Communication System
Replies: 3
Views: 1053

Re: Sena SRL Bluetooth Communication System

Thanks for the comments....very helpful.
by jbarr
Sun Jun 03, 2018 7:36 pm
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: Sena SRL Bluetooth Communication System
Replies: 3
Views: 1053

Sena SRL Bluetooth Communication System

Hi folks: I have been looking for a comms system for my 2017 r1200rt which has the radio and NAV VI.  I have a SHOEI Neotec II helmet and I see that Sena has the new SRL Bluetooth Communication System that is specifically designed for use with this helmet.  I am wondering if anyon...
by jbarr
Wed May 16, 2018 11:01 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Headlight & Tail Light Flashing
Replies: 7
Views: 1278

Re: Headlight & Tail Light Flashing

Thanks for the advice LAF....I will switch to the volt display and keep an eye on it.
by jbarr
Tue May 15, 2018 9:41 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Headlight & Tail Light Flashing
Replies: 7
Views: 1278

Re: Headlight & Tail Light Flashing

It is a new bike and the battery is good.  The flashing is in a pattern.  It has not occurred since, that I know of, but I'm not sure I would notice it. I did have my bike in for its 1000 km check and told the dealer about it and showed him the video.  He put the bike on t...
by jbarr
Tue May 15, 2018 10:46 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Headlight & Tail Light Flashing
Replies: 7
Views: 1278

Re: Headlight & Tail Light Flashing

Thanks for the reply Smileymiley. The only issue is that my wife could see them flashing with the naked eye and that is why she started filming it, so there must be another answer.