real-world driving and riding . If no movement is detected , the app generates a 60-second alert in which the rider can cancel . For each second it counts down , the app generates an on-screen notification , vibration and sound . If the rider continues to move during this process , the system is intelligent enough to recognise this and will auto cancel the alarm .” An interesting note is that the app does not record or send any speed or telematics data to the emergency services , which may be both a blessing or a curse depending on the type of accident and whether that data may be relevant or not . The app also has advanced features including a sophisticated auto-pause technology to prevent accidental triggering of the SOS function . Riders can also choose to turn off the accident detection function if they desire . In addition to the primary function of accident detection and alerting the authorities should you come off , the Triumph SOS app also has a range of other useful features to make it worth its monthly fee . Riders can share routes and photos from their rides in-app or via social media , export and share GPX files ( the files used for traditional GPS units such as TomTom or Garmin ) from rides the app has recorded , create and manage group rides and more . The fully integrated system that protects you while riding in the UK , ROI , North America , Europe , Australia and New Zealand , Triumph SOS is available for a rolling monthly subscription charge , with no cancellation fees or long-term contract commitment . We think this is a brilliant initiative from Triumph . Not only does it tick the box for safety , but it also isn ’ t exclusive just to the Triumph Motorcycles brand , allowing riders the world over , regardless of their bike , to make use of the potentially lifesaving features of the Triumph SOS app .
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