REALRIDER SOS

  Realsafe Technologies  has today announced the launch of a new in app testing function within REALRIDER SOS, giving riders the ability to test the system before they need it for real. The new feature goes live as part of the brand new REALRIDER SO S app launch on 27 February and is designed to give motorcyclists clarity, confidence and peace of mind when using the UK’s only government accredited motorcycle crash detection app that connects directly to 999. The in app testing function allows riders to safely simulate the alert journey without triggering a live emergency call. Users can check that their details are correctly stored, confirm location services are working as expected and understand exactly what would happen if a serious crash were detected. For the team behind REALRIDER SOS, the addition is about trust as much as technology. “Crash detection is not something riders ever want to use for real,” said Steven Robertson, Chief Operating Officer at Realsafe Technologi...

 More than 22,000 young motorcyclists were injured on Britain’s roads between 2019 and 2023. Nearly a third of those injuries were fatal or life changing. Those figures sit at the heart of the   Young Riders Matter   report from the National Young Rider Forum, supported by The Road Safety Trust and produced in partnership with Agilysis. It is one of the most detailed examinations of riders aged 16 to 24 ever carried out in the UK, combining national casualty data with the lived experiences of 250 young people. Behind every statistic is a real life interrupted. Motorcycles Are a Lifeline, Not a Luxury For many young riders, a motorcycle is not a weekend thrill. It is how they get to work, college or an apprenticeship. It is often the most affordable and practical form of transport, especially in areas where public transport is limited. That makes the findings even more urgent. The report shows that most casualties involve smaller bikes between 51cc and 125cc, the types typ...

As calls grow for stronger action to protect motorcyclists on Britain’s roads, the conversation around rider safety is once again gathering momentum. Training standards, road conditions, visibility campaigns and enforcement all play an important role. But there is one crucial part of the safety picture that is still too often overlooked: what happens in the moments immediately after a crash. Motorcyclists make up a small percentage of overall road users, yet they continue to account for a disproportionate number of serious injuries and fatalities each year. The reality is simple. Even with the best training, the right protective gear and increased awareness, crashes can and do still happen. When they do, seconds matter. The speed at which help arrives can be the difference between recovery and tragedy. Motorcycle incidents unfold fast. A rider can be thrown from their bike in an instant, left disorientated, injured or unconscious. In those critical moments, reaching a phone and diallin...

  Motorcycle safety technology is evolving — and  REALRIDER SOS   has announced a significant upgrade designed to do one thing better than ever: detect serious crashes and alert emergency services faster. Launching on 27 February, the updated version of the app strips away underused secondary features and refocuses entirely on high-performance crash detection and emergency response. A Clearer Focus on What Matters Following what the company describes as a major change in leadership and personnel, Chief Operating Officer Steven Robertson has steered the British-developed platform back to its core mission. “Where we’re pointing the business now is directly at the one thing we do best, and that is crash detection,” he said. “We need to concentrate on the core function and the reason we exist in the market, which is to keep motorcyclists safe.” As part of the update, mapping, route recording and group riding features have been removed. While popular with some users, the compa...

Recent research into young rider safety across the UK has highlighted a concerning reality. Thousands of motorcyclists aged between 16 and 24 have been injured in recent years, with a significant proportion killed or seriously injured. For those working in the motorcycle industry, this won’t come as a shock. Young riders are statistically more vulnerable, particularly at junctions and in busy urban area s where experience, road positioning and hazard perception are still developing. Training is, and always will be, the foundation of safe riding. But the latest data raises an important question. What happens after a rider passes their test? Safety Shouldn’t Stop at the Test Centre Motorcycle training schools across the UK do an incredible job. They teach control, awareness, responsibility and respect for the road. Yet the moment a student leaves the training yard for the final time, they’re riding independently. Lucy Horsman, Digital Marketing Manager at REALRIDER SOS, explains: “These ...

Why Some High-Powered Electric Bikes Are Raising Serious Safety Questions Electric bikes are everywhere right now. They’re fast. They’re quiet. They promise freedom. For many families, they feel like a safe, modern upgrade from a standard bicycle — especially for teenagers gaining independence. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: not everything being sold as an “e-bike” is legally an e-bike. And that difference matters. When an E-Bike Becomes a Motorbike Under UK law, a compliant electrically assisted pedal cycle must: Have working pedals Be limited to 250 watts of continuous motor power. Stop providing assistance above 15.5 mph. Go beyond those limits, and the vehicle may be legally classified as a motor vehicle — meaning it could require registration, insurance, and a licence. The problem? Some high-powered electric two-wheelers look like bicycles but perform like small motorbikes. Faster acceleration. Higher top speeds. More weight. More risk. For parents and riders who don’t live a...

The first ride of the season always feels good, but it’s also when riders are most exposed. After months off the bike, reflexes are dulled, traffic patterns have shifted, and road surfaces are less forgiving than you remember. Time and again, early-season data show the same pattern: riders are more likely to be involved in a serious incident during their first few rides back. Many of those crashes happen on familiar roads, close to home, where confidence returns faster than reaction time. Getting back on the bike should feel exciting. Being prepared is what keeps it that way. Emergency readiness with REALRIDER SOS No matter how experienced or careful you are, accidents can still happen. When they do, the single most important factor is how quickly help arrives. REALRIDER SOS is designed for exactly that moment, the one you hope never comes. It’s the UK’s only government-accredited motorcycle crash detection app with direct 999 emergency service integration, built to protect you on ever...