There is nothing overly-complicated to GPS technology, 24 satellites orbiting at 55
degrees to the equatorial plane hammer the globe with precise radio pulses all
day and night. These pulses are received by GPS receivers, and the location is
resultant based on the distance from the satellites.
However, not all location devices calling themselves GPS are truly GPS.
There is a technology called Assisted GPS (or sometimes AGPS) which is centered on
cell tower triangulation, having little if anything to do with GPS. Sometime
as well known as “Location Based Servicing” (LBS) this uses proximity to cell towers
to derive location. Given that a minimum of 3 cell towers is required, it is not
as accurate as genuine GPS. Some GPS motorcycle tracking
devices being used now use the AGPS, because its cheaper for them and
not really going to offer bike owners unfailing help.
There are 2 advantages to LBS or AGPS, one is that its less costly for the
help provided and the two the strength of the cell signal is more powerful.
However, if the device can’t pick up at least three cell towers, no location
can be obtained. Therefore, this technology works in more urban settings than
in rural sites.
When you’ve figured out that you’re dealing with a authentic GPS device, one has
to determine which GPS Motorcycle Tracking is being used. Older GPS technologies
need direct exposure to the horizon by either the device or an peripheral
antenna, which can make concealment a problem. third Generation GPS technology
(SiRFStar III) works off a reflective GPS signal. This means that the GPS
device can be easily concealed without the need for outer
antennas. This GPS Motorcycle Tracking technology can track inside garages and
warehouses, where prior generation GPS technologies couldn’t.