Does the new motorcycle have CarPlay function?

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New motorcycles have CarPlay function, the following are some new motorcycles with this function:

Honda: 2018 and later Gold Wing, Gold Wing DCT, Gold Wing Tour, Gold Wing Tour DCT and other models are equipped with Apple CarPlay integration, which allows users to access maps, music and other apps on the phone through the motorcycle's display.

Indian Motorcycle: Some 2020 and 2021 models are starting to support CarPlay, including the standard Chieftain, Roadmaster and Indian Challenger bikes, whose new 2021 Chieftain Elite comes with a 7-inch built-in display, Available in conjunction with CarPlay, riders can check weather and traffic coverage through the connected service.

Bombardier: The Pulse and Origin electric motorcycles, owned by Bombardier's sub-brand Can-Am, both feature 10.25-inch touch screens, built-in Apple CarPlay navigation and the ability to connect to mobile apps.

Infinite Machine: The brand's modular single-chassis electric motorcycle P1 is the first of its kind to be equipped with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Spring Breeze 800NK: The 2024 Spring Breeze 800NK is divided into TC version and Lingxi + version, of which the Lingxi + version has an 8-inch curved screen instrument, supports Apple CarPlay function, and the price starts from 49,580 yuan.

Spring 800MT: Spring 800MT Adventure Edition is equipped with 8-inch HD fully fitted LCD meter, and its built-in intelligent interaction center can support wireless CarPlay, as well as Bluetooth phone, front and back call function.

What is the experience of the new motorcycle CarPlay function?

Visual experience

Screen display effect: the screen size and display quality of different models vary. For example, the Spring breeze 800NK Lingxi + version is equipped with an 8-inch curved screen instrument, the display is more clear and intuitive, and the curved screen design also improves the visual sense of packaging and the convenience of operation to a certain extent. The Bombardier Spyder F3 Style 10.25-inch touch screen is more atmospheric, showing more information and finer details of images and text.

Interface layout and ease of operation: CarPlay's interface layout is simple and clear, similar to the native interface style of Apple devices, and users are easy to use. The CarPlay interface has been adapted and optimized in some motorcycle machine systems to integrate it with the overall design style of the vehicle, and the operation logic is relatively simple. Various operations can be completed by touching the screen or the physical buttons equipped with the vehicle, such as switching applications and adjusting the volume.

Functional experience

Navigation function is practical: Navigation is one of the more commonly used functions of CarPlay during riding. It can seamlessly connect with the map app on the phone, get the latest road information in real time, and provide accurate route planning and voice navigation prompts. For example, in the face of complex traffic conditions and numerous forks in urban roads, CarPlay's navigation can help riders accurately find the destination, avoid the congested sections in time, and save time.

Rich in music entertainment: allows riders to easily play audio content such as music, audiobooks or podcasts from their phones. Riders can switch songs and adjust the volume through the car screen or the vehicle's control buttons, adding fun to themselves and relieving fatigue during long rides.

Convenient communication function: When the mobile phone is connected to CarPlay, if there is a call, the rider can directly check the call information through the machine screen, and choose to answer or reject the call, without taking out the mobile phone operation, ensuring the safety of the ride. In addition, some models also support voice control function, riders can use voice commands to make calls, send text messages, etc., further improving the convenience of operation.

Performance aspect

Connection stability: The CarPlay function of the new motorcycle has greatly improved the connection stability. For example, after the Spring Breeze 800NK has been upgraded by OTA, the stability and fluency of CarPlay connection have been optimized. In the normal riding process, there is generally no reason to disconnect, which can provide users with continuous and stable experience.
Response speed: The overall response speed is fast, whether it is clicking the application icon, switching the menu, or executing various operation instructions, the system can respond quickly, with almost no significant delay, so that the rider can use various functions smoothly, and will not affect the operating experience and mood because of the delay.

Safety and convenience

Reduce distractions: The CarPlay function integrates some functions of the mobile phone into the motorcycle machine system, and the rider does not need to frequently look down at the mobile phone or operate the mobile phone with his hand when viewing navigation, switching music or answering the phone, his eyes can pay more attention to the road situation, and his hands can always keep on the handlebars, which effectively reduces the safety risks caused by distracted operation of the mobile phone.

Convenient charging: Some motorcycles equipped with CarPlay function also provide USB interface or wireless charging function, which is convenient for riders to charge their mobile phones while using CarPlay, ensuring that the mobile phone battery is sufficient, and avoiding the use of CarPlay due to the lack of mobile phone battery