Frequently asked questions

The stuff people actually want to know before installing the app.

What is 2 Wheels in Common?

2 Wheels in Common is an app for motorcycle riders who want to meet up. It helps you find local rides, plan and record GPS routes, join a local riding group, and connect with a riding community that actually shows up.

How is it different from a Facebook group?

Facebook groups are general-purpose. 2 Wheels in Common is built specifically for riders: location-aware, ride-focused, and without the noise. No algorithm deciding who sees your ride post, and routes and groups live in a dedicated space instead of a scrolling feed.

What kind of riders is it for?

All of them. Whether you ride a cruiser, an ADV bike, a sportbike, or a vintage café racer, if you want to ride with other people, it is for you. Riding style and pace filters let you find riders who match.

Is it free?

Yes. Finding rides, joining groups, and planning and recording routes are all free. We will introduce optional paid features down the road, but the community experience stays free.

When does it launch?

2 Wheels in Common is already out: free on Google Play for Android, and in early beta on iPhone through TestFlight. The App Store release comes next.

Which platforms is it on?

Android, on Google Play today. iPhone riders can join the early beta through TestFlight, and the App Store listing comes after that.

What is the difference between a Route and a Ride?

A Route is the road: a GPS path with distance, elevation, and a list of stops for fuel, food, coffee, or a good viewpoint. It has no schedule and no people attached to it. A Ride is when you meet up on that road: a scheduled, RSVP-able group ride that can be built on top of a Route, or organized without one. Short version: Routes are where you go, Rides are when and who with.

Can I organize my own rides or just join others?

Both. You can create a ride with a route, date, and meeting point (attach an existing route or plan a new one with turn-by-turn directions) or browse what other riders near you have planned and join with a tap.

Does 2 Wheels in Common help me plan and record routes?

Yes. This is not just an app for meeting up. Plan a route with turn-by-turn directions before you ride, or record your own GPS track as you go and mark stops for fuel, food, coffee, or a good viewpoint. Every region gets pre-populated with a set of curated routes as soon as a rider joins from there, plus everything the community records and shares.

Can I edit a ride after people RSVP?

Yes. You can edit any detail of a ride you created (time, meeting point, route, group, rider cap, or description) right up until it starts. Anyone who RSVP'd going or maybe gets notified automatically with what changed, so nobody who committed gets left in the dark.

How does the app help me pick a safe meeting point?

When you are setting a meeting point for a ride or a stop along a route, the app nudges you toward public places like gas stations, parking lots, and trailheads, and flags it if the address you picked looks like it might be someone's home. It is a nudge, not a lock: you can dismiss it and proceed if you know what you are doing.

Are there riding groups in my area?

Riding groups are already running in the regions we have launched, each with its own organizer. Search by name or region to find one, join with a tap, or create and organize your own anytime.

Does the app track my location while I am riding?

No continuous GPS tracking. You set a general area on your profile so the app can surface nearby rides and groups, and when you record a route you control when recording starts and stops. During a group ride, riders can optionally share a simple status (on my way, fell behind, need a stop), never a live GPS position.

Is my data shared with third parties?

No. We do not sell or share your personal information with advertisers or data brokers. Full details are in our privacy policy.

Can I delete my account?

Yes. Delete your account anytime from Profile → Danger Zone: no support ticket, no waiting. Deletion is confirmed by typing your username so it cannot happen by accident. The Terms of Service and a support contact are always available in the app under Legal & Support.

Can I plan a route somewhere I do not live?

Yes. When you plan a route, you can move the search anchor to wherever you are actually headed instead of being stuck with results centered on your home base. Planning a trip through unfamiliar territory works the same as planning a Sunday loop from your driveway.

How do I find motorcycle rides near me?

Once you set your location in 2 Wheels in Common, the app surfaces upcoming group rides in your area automatically. You can filter by date, riding style, and distance to find rides that fit your schedule and your pace. No digging through Facebook events or group chats required.

How do I sign up?

On Android, install it free from Google Play. On iPhone, join the early beta through TestFlight. Both links are on 2wheelsincommon.com/app.