CHIGEE AIO-6 LTE Explained: What a 4G Motorcycle Display Actually Does

Riders arriving at a modern BMW GS increasingly want more from the cockpit than a fuel gauge and a phone mount. Navigation, music, calls, ride footage, and some way of keeping an eye on a bike left outside a hotel or services stop have all become things people expect a bike to help with, rather than a phone balanced on the bars. Manufacturers have answered part of that with CarPlay and Android Auto motorcycle displays, which mirror a phone's apps onto a larger, better-protected screen. The Chigee AIO-6 LTE 4G Smart Riding System goes a step further. Alongside the usual phone mirroring, it carries its own 4G connection, independent of whatever phone is in the rider's pocket. That distinction, a screen that can also communicate on its own, is what separates a smart display from a connected one, and it's worth understanding before deciding whether the extra capability is one a particular rider will actually use.

What Is the Chigee AIO-6 LTE?

The Chigee AIO-6 LTE 4G Smart Riding System is a motorcycle-mounted display built around a 6-inch, 1280×720 screen, running Chigee's CG OS 2 software on a dual-core ARM Cortex-A53 processor with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. It pairs with a phone over Bluetooth and WiFi to mirror Apple CarPlay or Android Auto wirelessly, putting navigation, music and calls onto a screen mounted on the bike rather than a phone clipped to the bars. It also has its own built-in GPS module, so navigation and positioning work even when phone mirroring isn't active.

What separates the LTE version from a standard smart display is a physical SIM card slot. With an active data connection, the AIO-6 LTE can send and receive information over the mobile network directly, independent of the rider's phone, which is what enables the tracking and security features covered further on. The display is one unit; cameras, tyre pressure sensors and BMW-specific mounting hardware are separate, optional purchases built around it.

Why Does a Motorcycle Display Need 4G?

A conventional CarPlay or Android Auto display is only as connected as the phone it's mirroring. Turn the phone off, leave it at home, or let its battery die, and the screen has nothing to show. That's fine for navigation and music on a ride where the phone stays in the rider's pocket, but it means the display itself has no independent way of communicating anything once the ride is over and the phone has gone with the rider.

A SIM card changes that. With an active data connection, the AIO-6 LTE can stay in contact with Chigee's cloud service on its own, whether or not a phone is nearby. In practice, that's what allows real-time location, alerts if the bike is moved, and remote access to camera footage where a compatible camera is fitted, to work while the rider is inside a hotel or away from the motorcycle entirely.

The AIO-6 LTE takes a physical nano-SIM. Chigee includes an IoT SIM preloaded with 2GB of data, valid for 180 days from activation, in supported regions including the UK, the wider EU/EEA and the USA; the SIM is region-locked and won't work outside the region it was issued for. Riders can fit their own local SIM instead. Chigee's published terms state that a cloud service fee applies after the first six months on a self-supplied SIM to keep tracking and remote video access running; without it, 4G-dependent functions switch off but the rest of the display works normally. These terms come directly from Chigee and can change, so anyone planning to rely on the connected features long-term should check Chigee's current SIM and pricing terms before buying.

Navigation, CarPlay and Android Auto

Day to day, most riders will use the AIO-6 LTE the same way they'd use any CarPlay or Android Auto motorcycle display: pairing a phone wirelessly and running Google Maps, Apple Maps, a music app or a calling app through a screen mounted where it's easier to glance at than a phone taped to the bars. Notifications, music and calls come through familiar apps rather than Chigee's own navigation software, and none of this depends on the AIO-6 LTE's 4G capability. A rider who only wants navigation, music and calls through their own phone would get the same core experience from the non-LTE AIO-6 Max.

A 6-Inch Display Built for Motorcycle Use

The AIO-6 LTE's screen is larger than most phones, at 6 inches with a 1280×720 resolution, and Chigee rates its automotive-grade dual-backlight panel at up to 2,300 nits. A typical smartphone tops out somewhere between 600 and 1,000 nits, so the extra brightness is aimed at staying legible in direct sunlight, a condition that makes most phone screens hard to read at a glance.

The unit carries an IP69K rating for the display and IP68 for the camera lens, ratings associated with resistance to dust, low-pressure water jets and temporary submersion, in a metal casing with an engineering-plastic composite Chigee says improves rigidity and shock resistance over earlier models. Four physical buttons sit alongside the touchscreen, letting a rider change screens or adjust volume without bare fingers on a wet or cold display, and Chigee describes the touchscreen as glove-compatible, a sensible response to a real limitation of phone-based setups.

Tracking, Security and SOS

This is where the LTE model's own connection matters. With an active SIM, the AIO-6 LTE can report its location in real time through Chigee's app, and riders can set up geofenced areas, for example around home or a regular parking spot, so the system sends an alert if the bike moves outside that area unexpectedly. A vibration or impact sensor can also trigger a notification if the bike is disturbed while parked.

Chigee also includes an SOS function, co-developed with Bosch, intended to alert emergency contacts if the system detects a crash. These are useful additional layers of information rather than guarantees: a geofence alert tells a rider their bike has moved, it doesn't stop it moving, and an SOS system depends on the unit staying powered and connected at the moment it's needed. Riders already using a dedicated alarm, tracker or insurance-approved security device should treat the AIO-6 LTE's features as a supplement, not a replacement.

Add Cameras, TPMS and More

The AIO-6 LTE is designed as a base unit a rider can build on. Chigee's own HDR cameras, sold separately, record 1080p footage at 60fps and can be viewed through the Chigee Go app; with an active 4G connection, footage can also be checked remotely rather than only after the ride. Also available separately are Chigee's tyre pressure sensors, a millimetre-wave radar system for blind-spot warnings, and a lens hood, screen protector and storage bag for the unit itself. None of these are included with the AIO-6 LTE display as standard.

For BMW GS owners specifically, Chigee makes two BMW-focused accessories worth knowing about. The Quick Release Module - BMW connects the AIO-6 directly to a BMW Nav Prep 5/6 cradle and draws power from the bike without extra wiring. Separately, the BMW CGRC CAN Remote Controller connects into a Wonder Wheel-equipped bike's DWA or RDC module ports, letting the rider operate the AIO-6 from the bike's own handlebar controls. Both are optional, and since Nav Prep and Wonder Wheel fitment vary by model year and factory options, it's worth checking current compatibility before buying.

Chigee AIO-6 LTE vs AIO-6 Max

The AIO-6 Max shares the same 6-inch screen, processor, GPS module and IP ratings as the LTE model, at a lower price (£412.99 at GS Accessories, against £493.99 for the LTE version, at the time of writing). The difference is entirely about connectivity: the Max has no SIM slot, no 4G connection, and can't be upgraded to add one later. Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto work identically on both.

That makes the choice fairly straightforward. A rider who wants navigation, music and calls through their phone, and nothing more, gets the same core display experience from the Max for less money. The LTE model only earns its price difference for someone who actually intends to use the connected features, tracking, geofencing and remote camera access, and who is willing to manage a SIM card and its ongoing terms.

Is the Chigee AIO-6 LTE Worth It?

For touring and adventure riders who leave the bike parked away from home regularly, whether outside a hotel on a multi-day trip or at a trailhead, the case for the LTE model is fairly direct: it's the only one of the two that can tell you anything about the bike once you've walked away from it. BMW GS owners fitting a dedicated display for the first time, who also want cameras or TPMS later, get more out of starting with the model that supports the full feature set from day one.

It's a harder case for a rider who mainly wants a bigger, brighter screen for CarPlay and has no plans to manage a SIM or an ongoing data arrangement. That rider gets the same screen, processor and navigation experience from the AIO-6 Max for less money, with the LTE model's extra capability largely going unused. The SIM and data terms above are worth reading before deciding, since keeping 4G features active is part of the real cost of the LTE model, not just its purchase price.

Buying the Chigee AIO-6 LTE from GS Accessories

GS Accessories stocks the Chigee AIO-6 LTE 4G Smart Riding System, alongside the Chigee AIO-6 Max, HDR cameras, tyre pressure sensors and the BMW-specific quick-release module and Wonder Wheel remote controller covered above, for riders fitting a smart display to a BMW GS. Given the running-cost and SIM questions covered earlier, it's worth deciding on the connected features first and choosing between the LTE and Max models accordingly, rather than on screen size alone, since both share the same display.

Quick Answers: Chigee AIO-6 LTE

• What is it? A 6-inch motorcycle smart riding display with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto and, on the LTE version, its own 4G connection.
• Does it need a SIM? Yes, for the 4G-dependent features. Chigee includes a SIM with 2GB of data for 180 days in supported regions, including the UK; a local SIM can be used instead, with Chigee's own terms applying after the first six months.
• How is it different from the AIO-6 Max? Same display and processor; the Max has no SIM slot, no 4G and can't be upgraded to add it.
• Does it work with BMW GS bikes? Chigee offers a BMW-specific quick-release module for Nav Prep 5/6 cradles and a Wonder Wheel remote controller, both sold separately and dependent on model-year fitment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Chigee AIO-6 LTE?

It's a 6-inch motorcycle smart riding display from Chigee that mirrors Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wirelessly and, being the LTE version, includes a physical SIM slot for its own 4G connection.

What's the difference between the AIO-6 LTE and the AIO-6 Max?

Both share the same 6-inch screen, processor and GPS module. The LTE model has a SIM slot and 4G connectivity for tracking, geofencing and remote features; the Max doesn't, and can't be upgraded to add it later.

Does the Chigee AIO-6 LTE need a SIM card?

A SIM is required for the 4G-dependent features such as live tracking and remote camera access. Without one, the display still works for CarPlay, Android Auto and built-in GPS navigation.

What does the 4G connection actually do?

It lets the display communicate with Chigee's cloud service independently of a paired phone, enabling real-time location tracking, geofencing, security alerts, remote monitoring and SOS functionality.

Does the Chigee AIO-6 LTE have a built-in battery?

No. It runs on 12 to 18V DC from the motorcycle's electrical system and has no internal battery of its own.

Can the Chigee AIO-6 use Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?

Yes, both connect wirelessly, giving access to navigation, music, calls and notifications through the apps already installed on a paired phone.

Can I add cameras or TPMS later?

Yes. Chigee's HDR cameras and tyre pressure sensors are sold separately and can be added to an AIO-6 LTE after the initial purchase.

Can the Chigee AIO-6 LTE track my motorcycle?

With an active SIM, it can report real-time location and send alerts if the bike is moved outside a geofenced area or disturbed while parked. This is additional information rather than a guarantee against theft.

Does the Chigee AIO-6 LTE work with BMW GS motorcycles?

Chigee offers a BMW-specific quick-release module for bikes with Nav Prep 5/6 and a Wonder Wheel-compatible remote controller, both sold separately. Compatibility varies by model and model year, so current fitment should be checked before buying.