Before your first ride with someone new, chat first, meet in a busy public place, tell a friend where you are going and when you will be back, agree the pace and route in advance, keep the first ride short and trust your instincts. You can always change the plan or stop riding together.
Meeting new riding buddies is one of the best parts of motorcycling, and a little preparation keeps it fun. These eight tips apply whether you met on an app, at a club night or at a petrol station. They are also a good complement to our guide on how to find motorcycle riders.
1. Chat before you meet
A few messages tell you a lot: what they ride, how long they have been riding, what kind of roads they like and how they talk about safety. If something feels off, you have lost nothing. On Revamigo a chat only opens when you both connect, so you decide who you talk to.
2. Meet in a public place
Choose a busy, well-lit place with parking, such as a petrol station, a moto café or a popular viewpoint. Avoid meeting at a home address or at a remote spot for the first time. A public meeting point also makes it easy for both of you to leave if you prefer to.
3. Tell someone your plan
Tell a friend or family member who you are riding with, where you are meeting, the rough route and when you expect to be back. Share your live location with that person if you like. In Revamigo your exact location is never shared with other riders, so you stay in control of what you share and with whom.
4. Agree the pace, the route and the stops
Talk about pace before you roll out. Ask how they like to ride, how much experience they have and what they are comfortable with. Agree a route, a first stop and what happens if you get separated. This is the same preparation as for a bigger ride, described in our guide to plan a group ride.
5. Keep the first ride short and easy
Plan one to two hours with a coffee stop in the middle. A short, relaxed ride lets you see how the other rider handles the road, how they treat traffic and whether your riding styles fit. You can plan a longer ride the next time.
6. Check bikes and gear
- Do a quick check of tyres, fuel, lights and brakes before you leave.
- Wear proper gear: a certified helmet, gloves, jacket, trousers and boots.
- Notice how the other rider is equipped. It says something about how they ride.
7. Trust your instincts
If the other rider rides faster than you agreed, tailgates or pressures you, you are allowed to slow down, stop or ride home alone. You do not owe anyone an explanation. In the app you can block or report any rider from their profile or from the chat.
8. Keep personal details private
You do not need to share your home address, workplace or daily routine with someone you have just met. Share a meeting spot instead. Add personal details gradually, as trust grows.
Find riders you will enjoy riding with
Revamigo is a free community app for motorcyclists, not a dating app. Filter riders by bike, riding style and experience, chat first and share a Moto Spot as a meeting point. Read more about riding solo or in a group and decide what suits you.
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to ride with someone you just met?
No ride is risk free, but preparation reduces the risk. Chat first, meet in a public place, tell a friend your plan, agree the pace in advance and keep the first ride short.
Where should I meet a new riding buddy?
Choose a busy public place with easy parking, such as a petrol station, a moto café or a well-known viewpoint, and share a map pin instead of a home address.
What if the other rider rides too fast?
Slow down and ride your own pace. Stop at the next safe place, say what you are comfortable with, and decide together whether to continue. You can end the ride at any time.
Looking for an app to help? See our comparison of the best motorcycle apps.
More to read: how to find a motorcycle riding buddy and the Revamigo motorcycle social app.
Also see: how to make motorcycle friends, motorcycle groups near me, free motorcycle apps and Revamigo vs REVER.
