Technical Details
• This new GPS unit from Garmin uses Sirf Star III which a high-sensitivity GPS receiver for better reception of satellite signals. This also comes included with a MCX-type connector for optional external antenna connection

• The unit comes with the dimensions 12.2 x 9.9 x 4.1 cm which are the width, height and the depth of the unit respectively. It also has a weight of 300.5 grams.

• The display is yet another key factor of the device to be talked about. The display resolution of the device supports 320 x 240 pixels and the WQVGA colour TFT display with white backlight add to popularity of the product.

• The integrated battery of the device also gives you a battery life up to 4 hours.
 
Features
• The new Garmin Zumo 550 Motorcycle GPS Device supports optional FM TMC traffic alerts, XM NavTraffic with XM weather, and XM Satellite Radio.

• The device supports Bluetooth wireless technology and the same can be used for sending voice-guided audio prompts to compatible devices.

• An entertainment feature of the device is the integrated MP3 player. So enjoy your favourite music on the move.

• The device gives you clear turn by turn voice instructions announcing every street name.

• There are various Points of Interests preloaded in the device and the interesting part is that you can save your own POI, be it be a destination along with alerts for speed zones and safety cameras.

• The touch sensitive screen with left-handed controls is the other attraction of the model. This touch screen is a glove sensitive screen and it comes with left-handed controls that make it easy to operate on the device. The screen is a sunlight readable screen with UV-resistant display that makes it easy to view your screen even in bright sunlight.

Other special features
• Pre-programmed internal memory
• Oversized icons and menus
• SD card expansion slot
• Waterproof standards certified
• Garmin LockT, an anti-theft feature
• Custom caps that are available in a variety of colours
• Motorcycle console for trip information
• Motorcycle mount that comes with standard 4-hole AMPS pattern