TomTom to Sell GPS Device for Motorcycle Riders

TomTom International, which manufactures GPS-based navigational devices, will soon make available a device for motorcycle riders, called the...

TomTom International, which manufactures GPS-based navigational devices, will soon make available a device for motorcycle riders, called the "TomTom Rider".

Today, TomTom announced that NAVTEC will be providing the map data for their new device.

The TomTom Rider will sport the following features:

• weatherproof


• anti-glare screen technology and an integrated sun-visor


• drive mode tailored for simple touch-screen operation, even with gloves


• Clear 3D maps and spoken instructions: hear crystal clear turn-by-turn instructions in your helmet in the language of your choice using Bluetooth TM wireless headset


• Home charger (battery life up to 5 hours) + battery cable (recharges from bike's battery)


• Door-to-door planning: Find your way to any address in the United States


• Hands-free calling: TomTom RIDER routes calls from your mobile phone using a wireless Bluetooth link so that you can keep in touch safely without taking off your gloves or helmet.


• Wireless headset included: Bluetooth receiver + earphone cable with integrated microphone


• Mounting kit available to make RIDER fit any bike or scooter

The TomTom Rider is expected to be ready for sale sometime in the 3rd Quarter of this year.