The New And Improved Unofficial R65 Forum V2

General Category => Chit-Chat => Topic started by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on April 04, 2010, 05:26:48 PM

Title: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on April 04, 2010, 05:26:48 PM
13 August 2011:

We had a visit from what really looked like a spammer in this thread, so I am tightening down security.
I have changed the password and deleted the user name from the thread, so potential spammers cannot go in and screw with it.

If you want to be added to the map, just PM me or send me an email and tell me your info and I will add it myself.

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=Tempe,+Maricopa,+Arizona&msa=0&msid=107359657213976592751.000483701643b3f8becdc&ll=43.068888,-97.734375&spn=161.890601,360&z=1

Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on April 07, 2010, 12:00:39 AM
Congratulations to SinSity_R65 for being the first to add himself to the map!
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: msbuck on April 07, 2010, 09:20:56 AM
I just edited my bookmark.  :-)  Thanks for the access, Rob.  Great idea.  (And I love the password.   ;)  )
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on April 07, 2010, 04:12:22 PM
I cleaned up poor Darwin's confusion (no worries, mate!), so Darwin, you may want to check it out and make sure I have it the way you want it.
Too bad I can't see your picture through my firewall here at work. :(
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: not-so-fast-ed on April 19, 2010, 03:57:12 PM
Even this old guy was able to add a bookmark on the map.

Thanks Rob.

Ed
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on May 13, 2010, 08:39:05 PM
I can't believe with all our members in England, there is only ONE marker on the island!
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: nhmaf on May 13, 2010, 10:22:50 PM
I will have to use another pc that I have google earth on, or try to find my old GPS unit to get long/lat data to enter my location onto the map, as the street address info for me isn't correct. >:(
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on May 14, 2010, 11:38:19 AM
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I will have to use another pc that I have google earth on, or try to find my old GPS unit to get long/lat data to enter my location onto the map, as the street address info for me isn't correct. >:(

You can pick up and drag the marker to wherever you want it to be.
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: NorR65 on June 27, 2010, 06:08:59 AM
I hope I managed to add myself to the map without messing it up.
It is not my exact address, I will correct it later.
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on June 28, 2010, 01:30:37 AM
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I hope I managed to add myself to the map without messing it up.
It is not my exact address, I will correct it later.


It looks fine, NorR65!  And welcome to the map!  :)

Moving your pointer is very easy.

My!  You certainly live out amongst the sea, don't you?

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=Tempe,+Maricopa,+Arizona&msa=0&msid=107359657213976592751.000483701643b3f8becdc&ll=60.323548,5.351715&spn=0.329758,0.883026&t=p&z=10
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: NorR65 on June 28, 2010, 10:40:18 AM
Thanks
It is a short drive to the sea, a little longer to the fjords and mountains.
When I can thrust my R65 for longer trips I will get some photographs from my trips. At the moment I use my Yamaha Tenere.
If it is allowed here is a link to tourist information from Bergen/Norway.

http://www.visitnorway.com/en/Stories/Norway/Fjord-Norway/Bergen/
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on June 28, 2010, 12:19:57 PM
Sure, stuff like that is allowed!  We are a friendly bunch, here.
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Nice_One_Son on November 02, 2010, 05:17:24 AM
I can't believe with all our members in England, there is only ONE marker on the island!
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If I knew how to add my position I would  >:(

Please help somebody?
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Barry on November 02, 2010, 08:28:27 AM
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If I knew how to add my position I would

Please help somebody?  


I just figured it out and added myself.

Go to the map and sign in with the username and password listed by Rob on the 1st post of this thread.
If you have a Google account, you may need to log out, first. mod.

On the left pane of the screen click edit, create yourself a name and save it

On the map the blue symbol appears at the top, drag this to your location and allocate your name to it.
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on November 02, 2010, 04:24:32 PM
I just added BMW headquarters in Munich!  :)
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Vegasrandall on December 08, 2010, 04:27:51 PM
no luck w/ ipad
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on December 08, 2010, 04:36:13 PM
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no luck w/ ipad
I don't know what an ipad is.  You might try it with a regular computer if you get the chance.
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: trips on February 01, 2011, 02:51:59 PM
There's no instructions on adding a point, the only choices on the left panel are set default location, and add your business location to google maps, so I'm stumped. PS Google has never recognized my address, I use something nearby when getting driving directions, if that matters. PS - I logged in no problem.

Never mind, got it, not sure what I did, except went back a page or something. Boy, no one near me, except Toronto.
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on February 01, 2011, 04:42:15 PM
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There's no instructions on adding a point, the only choices on the left panel are set default location, and add your business location to google maps, so I'm stumped. PS Google has never recognized my address, I use something nearby when getting driving directions, if that matters. PS - I logged in no problem.

Never mind, got it, not sure what I did, except went back a page or something. Boy, no one near me, except Toronto.
I'm glad you got on there!
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: benlawlor85 on March 21, 2011, 03:30:08 AM
Hi Guys,
Just added my Pin to the map.
Also put on James Sherlock the best (and cheapest) BMW spares place in UK!

Cheers
Ben
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: RSMike on May 01, 2011, 05:49:34 PM
I think I have just added myself  :-/
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on May 02, 2011, 12:12:59 PM
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I think I have just added myself  :-/
I see you Mike!  You did good!  Two on the Emerald Isle!   [smiley=bmw_smiley.gif]
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Janacek on June 09, 2011, 03:53:39 AM
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Hi Guys,
Just added my Pin to the map.
Also put on James Sherlock the best (and cheapest) BMW spares place in UK!

Cheers
Benipad 2 smart cover (http://www.ebelow.com/ipad2-smart-cover-ipad-2-smart-cover-ipad2-smart-covers.html)    ipad2 stand (http://www.ebelow.com/ipad-2-stand.html)    ipad2 keyboard (http://www.ebelow.com/ipad-2-keyboard.html)
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: nhmaf on August 05, 2011, 12:47:41 AM
Finally added myself, too
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Semper Gumby on August 05, 2011, 09:59:00 AM
Apparently I'm in already but I'm in the wrong part of Atlanta.  I don't know how to change the location... :o
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on August 05, 2011, 10:02:39 AM
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Apparently I'm in already but I'm in the wrong part of Atlanta.  I don't know how to change the location... :o
Log in to the map, zoom into your location (or click on your name on the left), then click on "Edit".
You can then click & drag the marker to wherever you want.
Then "Save".
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on August 13, 2011, 05:56:36 PM
We had a new, 1-post user post a 1-word reply to this thread, "congratulations".

It smelled like spam to me, so I copied the username and sent if off to Justin for deletion, then I deleted the post.

Justin asked if there was anything I could do to tighten security on the map, so I deleted the instructions in the OP and changed the password.

I'll be happy to share the password with one or two other trusted regulars, but from now on, all new additions to the map will have to be done through me or one of the other volunteers.

See the OP for details.
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on November 24, 2011, 09:29:05 AM
I am still the only member with logon information to this map, and if anything were to happen to me that would be lost, so I need a couple of volunteers to accept co-responsibility with me.  No big deal, but I keel over suddenly, it would become an issue.

Also, I removed everyone's street addresses that put them on there when we had open placement.
I don't think it is such a good idea for that information to be public.

And lastly, who is our member that lives in South Africa?
He made his user name the "Durbanville", which is the city where he lives.
I would like to put his correct handle in there.

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=Tempe,+Maricopa,+Arizona&msa=0&msid=107359657213976592751.000483701643b3f8becdc&ll=43.068888,-97.734375&spn=161.890601,360&z=1
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Lucky_Lou on November 24, 2011, 02:09:54 PM
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And lastly, who is our member that lives in South Africa?
He made his user name the "Durbanville", which is the city where he lives.
I would like to put his correct handle in there.

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=Tempe,+Maricopa,+Arizona&msa=0&msid=107359657213976592751.000483701643b3f8becdc&ll=43.068888,-97.734375&spn=161.890601,360&z=1
Was that Danie he was from SA i think if not he may know who.
Lou
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on November 24, 2011, 10:41:07 PM
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And lastly, who is our member that lives in South Africa?
He made his user name the "Durbanville", which is the city where he lives.
I would like to put his correct handle in there.

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=Tempe,+Maricopa,+Arizona&msa=0&msid=107359657213976592751.000483701643b3f8becdc&ll=43.068888,-97.734375&spn=161.890601,360&z=1
Was that Danie he was from SA i think if not he may know who.
Lou
I changed it to Danie.  He can always correct me if it's not him.  Thanks!
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on January 19, 2012, 05:06:31 PM
Our most recent addition, Rudi76, gives us TWO members in the Cape Town, SA area!

And I changed my signature line to include a link to the map.
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Bob_Roller on January 19, 2012, 05:26:09 PM
The marker for me, is actually on my house, that's almost scarily accurate !!!!!
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on January 29, 2012, 02:01:50 AM
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The marker for me, is actually on my house, that's almost scarily accurate !!!!!
I took your marker out of the neighborhood, Bob! :)
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on November 28, 2013, 09:59:39 AM
Thanks to Tony Smith, we are getting the perimeter of Australia covered nicely!

http://goo.gl/maps/JA62h
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Rob Valdez 79 R65 on November 28, 2013, 02:41:28 PM
And now Kookaburra makes for 3 in Sydney alone!
Title: Re: We have a NEW Google Map!
Post by: Graeme on April 26, 2014, 02:00:19 AM
Been a bit crook (that's as in ill, indisposed, etc. I haven't been stealing anything, honest) but now laughing my head off. I can't remember how to access the map. Can anyone assist. I've moved from Sydney to the Shoalhaven.