Garmin Quest 2 Car GPS Receiver

I've been using mine for two weeks now and find it meets all my needs and is easy to use. The compact size makes it easy to keep in your pocket or slip it into the dash mount when in the car. At first I thought the display size was going to be too small, but now feel that it is a good size (not distracting) yet easy to read and understand for road navigation. Audio prompts are clear and timely. This is great for geocaching as it can get you close to your destination, then just pop it out and continue on foot with GPS in hand.

For off-road use, access to the compass screen is a bit cumbersome (required setting routing to OFF-ROAD and Pedestrian mode) and distance to destination in this mode requires entry of two waypoints (bug?), but I use the map mode all the time anyway. When reception is less than ideal (i.e. in thick tree cover)it displays a blue circle of probability/error, which is nice.

Display is readable in sunlight and is even unaffected by polarized sunglasses (how'd they do that?).

Documentation is weak compared to Magellan manuals, and seems to be aimed at basic functions with little technical detail. Easy to download waypoints from the PC and comes with all required cabling and the in-car suction-cup-mount/charger/speaker.

I liked the small size of the unit and that the whole USA is in the system but to plan street to street with very specific waypoints it's best to plan and download from your PC. The unit's display is bright, but a sunshield accessory to improve visability when sunlight falls on the display would be a good idea; I often folded cardboard over the unit to improve the visability in bright light.
However a GPS unit is only as good as the maps it uses and most US GPS maps are poor compared to European ones. The detail (streets) are often years out of date and though the GPS unit knows where "you are", the location of the road on the map doesn't always match its true location. This leads to the display showing you driving parallel to a highway (not on it) and lots of "off-route, recalculating" messages even when you are on the only road for 20 miles (Yellowstone Park or on the road from Brownsville to Boca Rica). Sometimes the unit suggests you are on a specific street but you are on the next street along which is a map accuracy problem not the GPS unit. The Garmin Quest is also too keen to keep distance to a minimum, whether you set it to minimum distance or minimum time, sending you off highways and interstates through small towns with lots of traffic and road repairs. The classic "save time or distance" was while driving back through Texas at both Del Rio and Eagle Pass the unit had me heading to, and within a few yards of, the border to Mexico. Not wanting to drive in Mexico, buy special insurance and pass through customers and immigration twice to save perhaps an hour of driving, I declined to follow directions but the unit didn't want to give up and kept asking me to make U Turns. The unit does work as promised and I let it pick the route and guide me from Seattle to McAllen and apart from wanting to get me off Interstates and into Mexico it works fine. I think better maps and some smart programming code (fuzzy logic to match maps with reality, recognise that highways are faster than byways and KEEP YOU IN THE SAME COUNTRY) would make this unit much better.

It has most of the information that the larger (and more expensive) units have. It it is water resistant so you are able to operate it in the rain --- and it is constantly exposed to the elements. The unit also has info about gas stations, restaurants, etc which comes in handy when you are not in familiar surroundings. The thing that is not so great is the screen is so small making it difficult to view it while traveling. Summing it up, it is a useful tool for people that ride motorcycles cross country.

I like the security the product gives; however, the directions it gives are not
always the most accurate or the best routes. My own street is not even on the system and this street has been here for years. The shipping was very quick; however, delivery was impossible and very frustrating. I was not given the information that someone would have to be at home to sign for the delivery; therefore, I had to drive 65 miles to the UPS Station to pick it up and sign for it personally, because the hours when they deliver... no one is at home to sign. That was very frustrating. I have wanted and needed this system for years, but getting it has really been an ordeal working through this process.

I bought mine at a Harley Davidson dealer In Canada It's mark Harley on it. It cost me 956.00$ with the mount on the motorcycle. It is fantastic we went on vacation for a month and we did not get lost. I have a program on my computer so before leaving for vacation I look at the map and i do my direction and the road i want to use and I transfer it on my gps. I like it very much now i use it in the car. Very nice buy and cheap for what it does
Carole

This is my second motorcycle gps unit from garmin. So far its done everything i needed it to do and more. Battery life seems to be at least or around 20 hours(give or take) What i like about this unit is it has all the maps of the 48 states. I found no need to sync this unit up to my laptop for any reason. It doesnt have all the bells and whistles of other units such as bluetooth and mp3 player, but i didnt need play toys. I needed a good reliable Gps, and thats what the garmin quest 2 is. I have used it so far on two major trips and it got me to the exact location i was looking for. Best of all its not one of them $700 units. I paid less than half that...

Bought it for my motorcycle. I wanted a compass on the motorcycle. enjoy it for telling me what road is coming up next.

I own the Harley Davidson version of the Quest2 called the Conquest. I have used it for over 50,000 miles of traveling across the US. It's terrific. Allows downloaded routes from a PC, has a 20 hour rechargeable battery, can be used with gloves, is water proof, shock resistant, and accurate as well as easy to use. When I bought the Quest2 for my bike, I also purchased a dash mount for my auto. This purchase was for my wife's auto.

Finally, I paid over $700 for my Harley version, plus $70 for a mounting bracket, plus $135 for installation. Just short of a grand. I paid $144 for this Quest2.

The unit secures very well to the handle bar clamp. Although the handle bar clamp does not lend itself well to Harley Davidson Road King configuration it clamps elsewhere on the bars. The unit itself is very easy to use and the manual is self explanatory.

I decided to purchase this particular GPS for my boyfriend because through my research, it was consistently listed as a top model for motorcyclists/motorists/hikers. Garmin is also a top name in GPS navigation systems. I looked to eBay to purchase this specific item because the retail value is very, very steep and I was on a budget. The fact that this is a refurbished unit did not make me shy away. It was (claimed) to be refurbished my the manufacturer and came with a one-year warrenty.
This has turned out to be a great purchase, especially at only a third of the price that it is listed as new. It is a highly useful unit and so far has given accurate directions. I'm very pleased with this purchase, as is my boyfriend. He is excited to test its ease of use while mounted on his motorcycle and we may eventually use it for geocaching.
Overall, one of the best purchases I've made on eBay!

It worked fine for 4 days. Brand new unit, it began to shut itself off, and then eventually would not turn back on for 30 minutes or more. After several telephone conversations with Garmin with unsuccessful tries to get it working, it had to be sent in for repair/replacement as it has a 1 year warranty. Finially received it back and hoping now, that it is fixed. Has been rather diappointing adventure, but Garmin so far has been willing to honor warranty, but at our expense for sending it back.

I bought the Garmin Quest 2 Car GPS Receiver three weeks ago and was immediately impressed with the number of features available on this inexpensive gps. The Garmin Quest 2 Car GPS Receiver size is perfect for carrying in a pocket and the battery has a pretty good lifespan of roughly 6 hours.important features easily. Overall, I'd recommend the gps if you're on a budget.

I paid for the item & didin't received. I paid the item in july & today didin't receiven the item or my money back.

Intall was easy and strait forward everything was in the box and it was in great condition the only issue is that gamin will not warrenty the item and that is dicontinued. if you get this i would get a regular quest 2 and then ad the toyota box. the toyota model is not better.

The main reason for purchasing this device is the quest for a waterproof GPS device for my motorcycle.

Its strongest point is the battery life and in general its operation.

However, its weak points are not insignificant and among them please note:

- The available memory is limited to 30 MBs. The reason for that are the pre-loaded US maps and the fact that they cannot be removed. This limits the official 140 MBs of memory to less than 30.

- During operation you cannot maintain a preferred view of the area as the device is zooming in and out randomly. At least it’s zooming in when approaching a turn or an interception.

After only two months of use, I’m looking forward to get rid of it.

The problem is not Garmin, it is "Yummy Electronics" from eBay. Steer clear of this place. It has been a disaster of no help with my problems. Basicaly, on your own if product has issues. Garmin finally came through with repair.

I have the Garmin Quest 2 GPS on the handle bars of my bicycle. I have not yet used all of the features, but the one that is very nice is the mode that makes it look like speedometer, showing numbers of speed distance time stopped and other data that make the workout more interesting.

Not knowing that you first have to reset the device in order for it to work (acquire satellites) in your area, was not good since it took a phone call with a waiting time of 35 min. to find it out, was the thing that I disliked.

Once that was understood it was clear how to use it, and I like it alot.

I really like this GPS. Its compact great for both the motorcycle, or car. Software is fairly easy to use. The price could not be beat. Even though the units have a little older software and maps but can be updated and upgraded from Garmins web site.

Excellent product, came specifically designed for the toyota fj cruiser. I boought installed it myself, with detailed installation instructions and it works like a charm. I find the screen a little small, but you do not even have to use the screen, you can always follow the voice command. The best product I have bought in a long while and it works. Highly recommended.

Seller is putting the best price available out there for this item. I will recommend doing business with this seller.

Huge savings over retail. My Quest II kicked the bucket but I didn't want to spend the money to get it repaired or worse yet replaced. I received the new GPS in perfect condition at less the 1/4the the price. Within minutes I had uploaded all of my saved waypoints and routes. Thanks.

I used my Quest2 on my motorcyle and I was pleasantly surprise how compact and easy it was to use. I wish it would recalibrate a bit quicker, It left me hanging a few times after making a couple of turns on a freeway thru a few large cities. I did get rained on but never had any problems with it. The only time I lost signal was in cities with lots of large buildings. 2200 miles with my Quest2 and I am happy to have purchased it. Overall it is worth it.

This unit is a good unit for anyone who needs one for use on a motorcycle, it is a little slower to adjust for changes in route. Sometimes charts a route that just isn't close to being fastest, or closest. The parts I do like are the speed display, distance to next turn, and ease of programing. This unit is a great unit for a great price compared to other weather resistant units on the market.