The idea of mutual assistance and camaraderie has been central to motorcycle culture since its earliest days. Back in the 1940s and 50s, clubs and rider groups would look out for one another, stopping to lend a hand for a broken bike on a lonesome highway. While much has changed with the times, that underlying ethos of coming together and watching each other's backs still lies at the heart of the motorcycling community.

It was from this tradition that the SOS concept took shape. We wanted to create a way for riders to call upon their peers and loved ones instantly when faced with an emergency situation on the road. With the tap of a button, a rider's SOS alert goes out to all the riders in the area, sounding the alarm and sharing their real-time location. This lets the community quickly put a plan together to get the rider assistance if needed.

What makes the SOS tool so powerful is its grounding in the bonds of the riding community itself. By entrusting distress signals to fellow riders, we're enabling a rapid mutual aid response. In the true spirit of looking out for one another, the SOS network means you're never alone.
Since its launch, our SOS system has already proven to be a vital resource. We now see an average of 30 SOS calls going out each month from riders facing everything from mechanical issues and flat tires to some serious incidents. The SOS function has allowed prompt support to be mobilized time and again.
But don't just take our word for it. Here's what Vyacheslav, a motorcycle detailer from Vitebsk, Belarus, had to say about his experience with the SOS feature:
"I went for a ride and my battery died, probably due to age. I tapped the SOS on the map, and a fellow rider who was having coffee nearby saw my signal. He came over, we jump-started my bike, and we were on our way. The feature is very convenient and useful. It was easy to activate, and people responded quickly!"

But SOS is more than just a technology tool. It strengthens the powerful bonds of unity and support among motorcycle riders everywhere. It creates a digital way for riders to never feel alone, even on the most isolated roads. SOS lets riders live out the motorcycling tradition of having each other's backs.
So whether you're a road-worn veteran or brand new to riding, remember that you're part of a special community bonded by a passion for two wheels. Our SOS feature is there to bring that community's supportive embrace to you when you need it most. After all, that's what riding together is all about.