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I have a Garmin Quest on my Harley, with the latest maps (2009) available from Garmin. Obviously I'd like a recent US map file, with up-to-date POIs, that I can use in MapSource and use with my Quest.  The Quest is fine for my purposes except for the out-of-date maps, and I can't see spending $700-$800 on a new motorcycle GPS.

I just want a file that is an updated version of the 2009 Garmin map I have now, simply for navigating on the road, that has current POIs and roads.  I don't hike or boat - just plain road riding, and the ability to find a nearby restaurant or hardware store.

I've gone through the list of custom maps on the site.  First, I don't see any all-US maps, but may have missed them.  Second, the regional maps I found date back to 2009.  Third, if there are only regional maps available, I'm not sure how I could upload the data I need to the Quest for a trip that spans multiple regions.

I'm admittedly a noob when it comes to custom maps for GPS.  So, are my expectations too high?  Is there not a 2013 map of the entire US that I can use in MapSource and my Quest?  Or am I missing something?  If not, how should I think of using what's available for long trips, and which maps should I use?

Thanks for your time and expertise!