The one thing every motorcyclist wants from a security device is that it does the job of preventing someone stealing their pride and joy. A motorcycle tracker is fully capable of keeping track of your bike’s location at all times and sending you alerts should it be moved without your authorisation.
The latest motorcycle trackers can do so much more. If you are considering getting a tracker to keep your bike safe you should consider getting advice from specialist installers on specially designed trackers, developed through years of expertise, that are suitable for all budgets and requirements.
Here are some more essential features your motorcycle tracker should have to guarantee security, convenience and functionality:
User-friendly app and interface
The first rule for any piece of new tech is that it should be easy to use. The last thing any biker wants is to be stuck on the side of the road trying to figure out how the tracking device works. So it should have intuitive mobile and web applications which provide easy access to tracking information and settings. It should also allow easy customisation of alerts, geofences and other features according to the rider’s requirements.
Real time GPS tracking
Arguably the most important feature of a tracker should enable you to monitor the location of your bike in real time through a smartphone or other device. This is essential to enable swift recovery should your bike get stolen.
Theft alert and immobilisation
Should the worst happen and you suspect that your motorcycle is being moved without your authorisation the tracker should send you an instant alert. Some trackers should be able to remotely immobilise the bike’s engine to prevent it from being driven away if an attempted theft is suspected.
Geofencing alerts
This feature could add an extra vital layer of security by allowing the owner to set virtual boundaries for the motorcycle. This means that if the bike should enter or move beyond the set boundaries you would receive an alert.
Battery life and power management
A long battery life is essential especially for those who are likely to be on the bike all day for example despatch riders or those on touring holidays. A good tracking device should have a long battery life or direct connection capabilities to the bike’s power source to have the best chance of continuous operation. A useful feature would be a low battery alert to inform the owner when the tracker requires re-charging or other maintenance.
A weatherproof and durable design
An essential feature of motorcycle clothing is effective waterproofing and efficient design which ensures it doesn’t fall apart after only a few wears. In the same vein a good motorcycle tracker should be designed to withstand the worst the weather can throw at it as well as careless handling. A robust design should ensure that if the device is accidentally dropped, which, let’s face it, happens from time to time, it should be undamaged and still fully operational.
A quality tracker should remain functional in different environments such as rain, snow, different light and extreme temperatures.
Route playback and journey history
A tracker which records and stores details of the travel history including routes taken and useful stop-off points for example is useful. This feature means that it will allow you to store these on another device for future reference to assist in the efficient planning of future journeys. And by studying past routes and usage patterns it could be useful in maintenance and service planning as well as understanding travel habits.
Any or all of these features could give comprehensive security, convenience and useful insights for motorcyclists.
