Moto II - Next Gen Motorcycle GPS Tracker | Compact Design, Waterproof Build, Simple Display & 14-Hour Battery |Glove Friendly Motorcycle Sat Nav Perfect for Adventure & Daily Commutes (Black)

Original review invalid as this was down to my understanding of settings required. Sorted the settings and it now works like a dream. Now really pleased. Had really high hopes but I've been disappointed. Pros - Looks really good and build quality is superb. Simple to fit and is a nice size, so looks good on handlebars. Screen is great, very clear. Charge lasts ages. The turn sound is very easy to hear, even with ear defenders and a helmet. Cons - I find it difficult to use, certainly not as intuitive as I was hoping. Screen has gone off when using,which is ridiculous when using it as a sat nav ! The route instructions are not as quick or clear to update, as needed to effectively follow. I will keep trying but so far very disappointing, particularly given the claims of how easy and straightforward it's supposed to be.

This is a high quality “second screen” for your phone. And it works brilliantly (according to the recipient of this - I gave it as a gift). The Beeline is a screen for your phone because your phone is the brains that makes the Beeline work. You use the Beeline app to plan your routes and do your navigation. The app uses your phone’s GPS. This is what makes this device just brilliant. You get the right amount of information to follow your route. You do not get a map on the display but you do get a schematic of where you should be going. The representation is easy to follow. I have ridden with the owner of this device and he is happy. The associated app is great for creating your routes. The Moto II is a really simple and effective device that displays the information you NEED when navigating on a motorbike.

In theory, this is a great item. Light, pocketable, simple to mount on a motorcycle. The style of navigation is less distracting than a full size satnav and fits well with someone going on fewer longer rides who likes exploring. If you are an around the world biker, then this probably isn't the satnav for you. The problem for me, and the reason for my poor review, is that I have a 2 year old non-flagship Android phone. The Beeline paired with this no problem when I took it out of the box. The first time I used it to go for a ride it wouldn't pair straight away. After 20 minutes of messing about with settings everything seemed to work, taking me to the location I needed and home. A few weeks later, I've gone to turn it on and again it would not pair. After an hour of messing about with resetting, etc everything seemed to work again. I clicked on "where to" on the app and it crashes... no amount of reinstalling software seems to fix this. Updated 17th July 2020 I originally gave this 2/5 but I have since bought a new phone with the latest version of Bluetooth and everything is now working as it should - it is only fair to Beeline that I improve the rating. Now it is working properly, I've used it to navigate to places I wasn't quite sure of and recently I've had the chance to use this to find a few locations where I had no clue where I was going. The Beeline got me there, but it is more difficult to follow than a regular Satnav where you can glance at a map. If is great on fast A or B roads with large clear junctions, and likewise it is good where there are lots of roundabouts - these instructions are easy to follow. (I managed to find a location in central Coventry with only a couple of wrong turns; this might sound bad, but it actually my best result with any Satnav in Coventry!) It is trickier to understand where there are junctions close together. If you have a vague idea where you are going it does make things easier, so studying the route for a few minutes before you leave is good advice. The App that runs on your phone is excellent, but not entirely intuitive. It is essential to watch the videos on Beeline's website to get the best out of the App. It does let you include waypoints on routes and import gpx files, which are both handy. I can confirm that the unit is entirely waterproof in torrential rain (thank you British summer) and I don't know how long the battery lasts because I've yet to run it flat, even when using it all day. It charges quickly. Sorry Beeline - you still lose 1 star because I needed a new phone to make the Moto work. I would now highly recommend it.

As a motorcyclist that didn’t want to spend a King’s Ransom on a motorcycle GPS or ruin the aesthetic of a classic bike, the Beeline is perfect. It is small, easily set up through the app (which you must use but very intuitive/user friendly) and quickly removable. It comes with a basic mount, which is perfectly suitable (although upgrades are available). Directions are basic but very clear. I led a ride out in Wales on unfamiliar roads and only had one slight hiccup with a newly installed mini-roundabout not yet being on the mapping. Otherwise all good, no issues and no unexpected/unplanned diversions! Directions are clear without any distracting, superfluous info that a regular GPS has. Missing speed limits, but this encourages more mindful riding! If you are a cyclist, the motorcycle version can switch between the two modes, which is a huge plus. Really impressed with the Beeline and will use on my adventure bike, which has in-built GPS. It is unobtrusive and basic but really nicely balanced between informing but not distracting. Easy 5* award!

Fantastic piece of kit. Simply a phone repeater really but in such a way as to lay out the basics of the navigation easily, clearly and simplistic so as you can keep your eyes on the road! Very easy to use, long life battery would cover an entire day riding if you're that way inclined or with power - forever. A sturdy and well crafted product. Route planner works very well on the phone and really, really easy to set up and go!

What’s not to like? It’s a great bit of kit. Cheaper and less obtrusive than a satnav but does the job. OK it uses your phone as the planner, but there seem to be regular updates to the phone app, so things always seem up to date. I recommend checking out the videos on YouTube as the unit takes a bit of time to get acquainted with, but out of the box you can just follow the instructions and away you go.

Simple to use and doesn’t clutter up the handlebars. Just works great.

Never buy it misses your turn then tell you to you turn round or diverts you out of the way from your destination worst sat nav going for a motorbike.