These older or base motorcycle sat nav models are an absolute steal in Amazon Prime Big Deal Days

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Best sat nav deals from Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2024

Motorcycle sat navs are a polarising topic, but if you’re nav-curious there’s never been a better time to try one out with huge savings on slightly older and base models this Amazon Prime Big Deals Days.

First up, the Garmin Zumo XT was the firm’s flagship model for two wheels up until the Zumo XT2 came out this year and is still a mighty impressive unit. Sure, it doesn’t have all the bells and whistles of its replacement but if you’re trying a sat nav for the first time it’ll still impress.

And with 27% off the Zumo XT comes in at under £300 during the Prime Day event!

Garmin Zumo XT

Expert rating:

4.0

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Price: $409.99

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Tested by Jim Blackstock

"The Zumo’s serious capability is both its strength and its weakness. It can do so much, so you really need to study its functionality before you can even begin to scratch the surface of its possibilities.

"If you are a dedicated sat-nav fan and you enjoy the technology as much as you enjoy the riding, then this is definitely for you. If you like planning big trips that cover multiple days and different surfaces, then it is right up your green-lane."

Read our full Garmin Zumo XT review

Pros

Advanced GPS with ultrabright 5.5-inch display
Wide range of route and road options
Preloaded with road and off-road maps
Enormous pre-planning options

Cons

Security updates stopped around March 2022
Updates maps regularly but not as easily as other brands
Sometimes freezes up and resets

Dimensions	WxHxD: 14.8 x 8.8 x 2.4 cm
Weight	262 g
Water rating	IPX7
Display type	Multi-touch, glass, high brightness HD colour TFT with white backlight
Display size	12.1 x 6.8 cm; 5.5-inch diag (13.9 cm)
Display resolution	1280 x 720 pixels
Battery type	Rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery life	Up to 6 hours (up to 3.5 hours at 100% backlight)
Internal storage	32 GB
Storage and power capacity	256 GB max microSD<sup>™</sup> card

Pre-loaded maps and map updates
Sunlight readable and weather resistant
GPS and Galileo sensors
Point-to-point navigation
Round trip routing
Traffic updates
Bluetooth calling
Speed limit indicator
Rider alert warnings for sharp curves, speed cameras and more

Not to be outdone, you can also get hold of the TomTom Rider 500 with 24% off, meaning it costs just £224.99 for the next two days. The Rider 500 is the same unit as the Rider 550 but comes without motorcycle points of interest or worldwide maps.

TomTom Rider 500

Expert rating:

4.0

Save 24%

Price: $495.60

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Alternative Retailers

Newegg

$782.14

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The Tom Tom Rider 500 was tested by Jim Blackstock

The Tom Tom Rider 500 is one of the most popular motorcycle sat navs. It uses a 4.3in touchscreen display that is easy to operate with gloves on. Unlike the 550 it doesn't come pre-loaded with European maps.

"The unit itself is well designed and rugged (proven through my own butterfingered drop testing) and comes with an easy to install RAM mount. Thanks to the fused holder you can run power straight form the battery, making wiring it up a cinch.

"The display is a delight to behold, showing information clearly, and the menu is intuitive. Built in wifi makes map updates simple and the connectivity means that routes you create on your smart phone or desktop via the TomTom apps are easily accessible. Bluetooth connectivity allows connection of phone and intercom, and it can be used to control both music and calls. Where it does fall down is on location accuracy from postcodes and you can often end up a street away from your intended destination."

Read our full TomTom Rider 550 review

Pros

Huge range of routing options
Packed with features
Vast map coverage (a World maps package is also available)
Premium pack is good value for money
Car kit in premium pack is handy

Cons

Postcode accuracy
Sun reflects off the screen
Screen is a bit small for some

Ease of use

5.0
Accuracy

4.0
Looks

5.0
Installation

5.0

Battery	Rechargeable Lithium Ion
Screen	11 cm (4.3") touchscreen
Internal memory	16 GB
Card slot	microSD
Waterproofing	IPX7 - protects against wet-weather conditions

Curated routes
Speed camera alerts
Average speed camera function
Lifetime updates
Pre-installed POI
Winding and hilly roads routing feature
Live traffic via MyDrive app
RAM mount included
Carry case included
Quad core processor
Bluetooth handsfree calling

Amazon Prime

It’s worthwhile signing up to Amazon Prime to take advantage of the best deals. Start a 30-day free trial before the event to take advantage and to get access to faster, next day delivery.

What is Prime Big Deal Days?

Amazon’s main sales are split into three main events. The big one is still Black Friday (which is the Friday after Thanks Giving in America) but there are also two others, one in spring and the other in autumn. Originally called Prime Day and lasting just 24 hours, the sales have now become known as Big Deal Days and last 48 hours each.

Do prices drop on Prime day?

Because the MCN team of bargain hunters are on the look out for deals all year, we’re in a great position to spot the ones that are worth the hype… and the ones that aren’t. Our Amazon Prime Big Deal Days page is the place to come for genuine savings on kit worth buying.

- Just so you know, whilst we may receive a commission or other compensation from the links on this page, we never allow this to influence product selections - read why you should trust us.

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By Ben Clarke

Deputy Head of Digital (Motorcycling), Ben Clarke began riding (legally) at 21-years-old when he passed his direct access one month before shipping his Yamaha XT660 R to Miami and embarking on a 13,500-mile tour of the USA and Central America. He's worked at MCN for the last six years, riding everything from super nakeds and superbikes to small-capacity electrics and scooters across several continents. In more recent years, he's worked closely with the bike kit team to bring you all the latest news and reviews about the bike-related products we all use every day.

Best sat nav deals from Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2024