Garmin Edge 540 Bike Computer
Whether you're riding roads, trails, gravel or indoors, the Garmin Edge 540 bike computer helps you push your personal milestones with performance insights, targeted coaching and advanced navigation.
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- This advanced GPS cycling computer with button controls combines superior navigation, planning and performance tracking, cycling awareness and smart connectivity
- Multiband GNSS technology enhances positional accuracy under dense tree cover or the urban canyon so you can find your way in the most challenging environments
- Ride like a local, whatever your bike type, with improved ride type–specific maps that highlight popular roads and trails plus searchable points of interest
- ClimbPro ascent planner shows remaining ascent and grade when climbing so you can gauge your effort on every ride—no course required
- View ClimbPro on your Edge device and in the Garmin Connectâ„¢ app on your smartphone for ride planning
- Get on-screen daily suggested workouts and training prompts; stay on top of your training program with prompts to complete missed workouts
- Simplified setup and a streamlined interface make it quick and easy to access the information, courses and tools you need as well as adjust data fields
- Features button controls that work in any conditions
- Pair with your favorite apps and platforms—including Strava, Komoot, TrainingPeaks® and more—through the Garmin Connect™ app on your smartphone
- Offers personalized, targeted coaching that adapts to your current training load and recovery when used with a compatible power meter and heart rate monitor (not included)
- Power guide feature recommends power targets throughout a course to help you manage your efforts (requires pairing with compatible power meter, not included)
- Stamina insights while you ride help you keep an eye on how much longer you can really push it (requires compatible power meter and heart rate monitor, not included)
- Classify your strengths as a cyclist, and compare your ability to the demands of a specific course so you can focus your training and improvement in the right areas
- Battery life: up to 26 hours in demanding use cases; up to 42 hours in battery saver mode
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View the Garmin Edge Product LineView all Garmin Cycling Computers| Best Use | Cycling |
|---|---|
| GPS Tracking | Yes |
| Current Speed | Yes |
| Maximum Speed | Yes |
| Average Speed | Yes |
| Speed Comparator | Yes |
| Odometer | Yes |
| Trip Distance | Yes |
| Auto Start/Stop | Yes |
| Stopwatch | Yes |
| Countdown Timer | Yes |
| Clock | Yes |
| Alarm | Yes |
| Lap Timer | Yes |
| Cadence | Yes |
| Dual Bike Memory | Yes |
| Altimeter | Pressure-based |
| Target Zone Indicator | Yes |
| High/Low Target Heart Rate | Yes |
| Exercise Log | Yes |
| Illumination | Backlight |
| Smart Device Notifications | Yes |
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes |
| Batteries | Internal lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | Up to 26 hrs. in demanding use cases; up to 42 hrs. in battery saver mode |
| Wireless | Yes |
| Designed for E-Bikes | Yes |
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good, but beware of software glitches.
Purchased two months ago, replaced my old 530. Performs well, does all the metrics and measurements well, and interfaces well with Strava. I would probably give it five stars, but for the software glitch I encountered. I turned it on to go for a ride one day, and the on-screen prompts indicated an update was required. I followed the prompts and the protocol… and it froze/crashed the Edge. I was unable to use it for a big ride, which was a bit of a drag. The online product support worked well enough to fix it, but this is apparently a known bug. Assuming Garmin gets it straightened out, I would give it five stars. Four for now.
One needs the touch screen 840
This device has a user interface designed around touch functionality. Trying to navigate with the side buttons is not intuitive. This was my first Garmin computer, so I assumed it was a learning curve. It wasn’t. The device is difficult to set up. Plan on an afternoon spent on initial setup. There are also limitations due to this being a new model. I returned it and paid the difference for the 840. Initially I decided against the touchscreen as I wanted to use gloves while riding, but I learned that the 840 has side buttons and the touchscreen. If you’re switching from Wahoo, you’ll like the color of this unit’s screen and the dynamic features, but you’ll wish you could use the mobile app for setup. Note that TyreWiz isn’t an available field on this unit.
Great upgrade from the 520
As someone who strictly mountain bikes, I haven't found the touch-centric software to be problematic, since I basically bring up my dashboard with ride data and leave it throughout my rides. I imagine if you use navigation, or scroll through screens a lot, the touch screen 840 would probably be worth the extra $100. Compared to the 520, the controls that I routinely use are identical. I have had no problems going through the settings or even scrolling through all the new features. I don't think it deserves the flack it's getting for not being the 840. If you want the 840, get the 840. The simple setup is what truly blew my mind. If you are upgrading from an x20 or newer device, the setup is insanely easy. I was actually loading up my bike for a ride when the UPS truck dropped off my 540. I decided to check it out a minute but didn't plan to go through the whole setup before heading out. My 520's battery life had become dismal so I've lately been using my smartwatch for capturing my rides. I powered it on and it showed around 75% out of the box. OK, so I select my language and it asks if I want to sync the settings from another device. Why, yes I do. It displays a QR code that has to be scanned on my phone. Scan the code and it launches the Garmin Connect app on the phone, with a list of my devices. I pick the 520, agree, and bam. In literally seconds, it transferred all of my settings, the dashboard that I use with the data fields set up the way I want them, and best of all, every connected sensor was now automatically paired with the 540! Done. It pulls everything from Garmin Connect, so you don't even need the old device. Good thing, since the battery was dead. I was able to use the new computer without having to do anything else. The dual GPS is impressive. My ride mapping is spot-on even when riding under a thick canopy of trees. This also improves the data gathered for speed, altitude, etc. It also added several metrics I'd never seen before. The respiratory rate calculated using HRV with my existing chest strap. Grit? Cool. Flow? Pretty cool too. The summary at the end of the ride provided more information in a very intuitive format as well. I skipped the 530, so maybe it's just the jump from the 520 to the 540 that has impressed me so much. The larger screen is easier to read while riding bumpy trails. The setup was crazy easy. The accuracy is amazing. And, to me anyway, navigating through the screens I tend to use, the buttons work well to get me where I need to be. If you use navigation a lot, I imagine the 840 would be a worthy upgrade. No regrets from me though.
Connectivity to Mountain Bike
Just bought the Edge 540 to replace my 530 which replaced my 520. I've liked each of them but find they reach a point where the battery is lacking and isn't easily replaceable. Setting up the 540 was easy due to the ability to simply scan a code and virtually all my data was saved to the new unit. As with the 530, this unit connects to my Orbea Rise E mountain bike which provides precise info about battery range and usage. There are new screen layout options, the unit reacts more quickly and GPS is more accurate. Battery life is expected to be much improved as well. Aside from that, I've always appreciated the size and appearance of these units.
Did I make a mistake to upgrading to 540????
Unit pairing no issue with Iphone however can not get the 540 to upload my ride( ride only visible on the 540 under rides) using garmin connect( it sync with the green circle and everything but no ride is transferred), using wifi (wifi test shows connected but when syncing it gives wifi error) even Garmin express it sync but ride is just not uploading. Exchanged the unit - still same problem on the new unit, used both android and iphone to test garmin connect - same problem. Never had this problem with 510, 520 or 530!!! Really disappointing!!!!!
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Very Happy with the Upgrade to the 540
The battery life on my Edge 520 had started to degrade over the past couple of years. It's not terrible, but I have a long ride (8+ hours) coming up in July. So, I upgraded to the Edge 540. I'm pleased with the new computer. I really like some of the additional metrics that the new computer tracks, and even though the display is only slightly larger than the 520, the additional size is quite noticeable and impressive. With the ability to transfer many of my settings from the 520, the set up was quick and easy. Overall, I'm very happy with the upgrade to the new computer, and the old 520 has found a new home on my son's bike. It's truly a win, win!
Tough to beat.
I bought the 540 non solar to replace my Edge 520 not because of a lack of ride metrics but rather, the battery life. With Rally pedals, RTL515, hr, it put too much demand on it and battery life was basically 1 ride. Edge 540 battery is quite strong and addresses the 520 shortcoming well. Besides that, the climb pro is pretty cool and the suggested workouts and other performance bits are pretty good as well. User teething issues were the button sequence isn't identical to 520 and it takes some practice to nail the sequence. Once learned, you're good. Lastly if you're already a Garmin user, the set up could not have been easier.
Do not buy Garmin Edge products: Tech glitches
My Garmin 510 Edge worked flawlessly until a software update in May 2024 corrupted it. I replaced it with a Edge 540. It's great when it works. But technical glitches are numerous. After an "update", my speed stopped working. No speed, grade, distance etc. I do not use a sensor, just the device. I've logged 3100 miles on it and suddenly, speed doesn't register. This is not the first glitch I've had. It's telling they only allow exchanges for 90 days...hmmm, wonder why? They seem to have a lot a "system outages"; and now problems I never had with my 510 occur with my 540. I suspect they either don't have enough people, or don't pay enough to attract talented staff. I don't have a recommended alternative; but I'll need to find one. I'm kind of stuck in the "Garmin ecosystem" as also have a Forerunner. But if they can't produce reliable products and have repeated outages, it's time for a change.
Great Investment
I've always heard and read nothing but good about the Garmin brand and the great products the company makes. I was shopping around for my first cycling computer and kept seeing this item pop up after countless review online and by a group of friends I decided to give it a try and I will say this the 540 GPS won't disappoint. It's got so many features and easy to use makes me feel like an elite cyclist being able to look back at my ride stats and has helped me grow as an avid cyclist. Great battery life and sleek design. I'm so glad I purchased the bundle it has all that you need. I would recommend this item to any of my friends or family looking for a cycling computer.
Nice hardware, horrible software and firmware.
The hardware itself seems well made, even cutting edge, and the multi-band GPS works very well. However, the firmware in the device and all the software needed to configure it is from the dark ages. I'm a firmware engineer working on embedded systems since they came into existence and I still have LOTS of trouble setting this thing up. In the end it's often impossible to get the hardware to do what you want despite it being completely capable. In my opinion, it's just not worth the hassle for the vast majority of cyclists to bother with Garmin Edge cycling computers. Just get a Wahoo and save yourself an immense amount of frustration. That time is better spent enjoying your rides.