Rippin' on Android
The best motorcycle app for Android riders who want the full free game
If you ride with an Android phone and want an app that records every ride, finds your local riders and turns the ride into a game, we'd argue Rippin' is the best motorcycle app for Android. It's free on Google Play with the same game as iPhone, home screen widgets, and a hand-off to Google Maps when you want it. If navigation is all you need, the comparison below is honest about who does that better.
- Price
- Free on Google Play
- Sign in
- Email link, no password
- Widgets
- Turf and level on home screen
- Not included
- Android Auto, offline maps
On Android
What you get in the Rippin' motorcycle app for Android
- Background recordingTap Record Ride and ride. Route, distance, moving time, elevation and speed are tracked with the screen off. See the ride tracker.
- Home screen widgetsYour turf and your level, right on the home screen. See widgets.
- Google Maps hand-offBuild a loop by tapping roads, then ride it turn-by-turn in Rippin' or send it to Google Maps.
- Sign up fastEmail link sign-in, no password. Pick your area, add your bike, and you're in.
- The whole gameTurf Wars, poker runs, segments, points and gear drops. Nothing is iPhone-only.
Setup
Setting up Android so your rides record properly
Android phones are good at saving battery, sometimes too good. A couple of settings keep a ride tracker running for the whole ride.
- 1
Allow location all the time
When Android asks, allow location access while the app is in the background, so the track keeps going with the screen off.
- 2
Check battery optimization
Some phones pause background apps to save battery. If a ride ever stops early, set Rippin' to unrestricted in your phone's battery settings.
- 3
Keep it updated
Update the app from Google Play so you have the latest recording fixes.
- 4
Record a short test
Do a ride around the block, lock the phone, and check the Wrapped when you stop.
Setting names vary by phone maker. Look under Apps, then Rippin', then Battery.
After week one
What Android riders end up using every week
- Ride WrappedA swipeable recap of the map, miles, segments, turf and points after every ride, ready to share. See Ride Wrapped and share cards.
- Events and meetsBike nights, meets, rallies and charity rides near you. See the motorcycle events app guide.
- SquadsChat with @mentions, ride plans and squad turf in one place.
- GarageYour bikes, lifetime miles and a maintenance log with service reminders.
- GPXImport old rides from GPX files and export your rides as GPX.
Honest limits
What Rippin' doesn't do on Android
- No Android Auto. Use a nav app built for it if your setup runs Android Auto.
- No offline maps. For riding far out of signal, REVER Pro or Calimoto is the better tool.
- No crash detection. Tell someone your route on solo rides.
- No intercom integration. Keep your headset running as usual.
Compare
Picking the best motorcycle app for Android: how they compare
Prices as of 2026. Check Google Play for current pricing, which can differ from the App Store.
Scenic is iPhone-only, so it's out for Android riders. For a full breakdown by use case, read the best motorcycle apps in 2026, and for the free tier in detail, the best free motorcycle app guide.
| App | Best at | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Rippin' | Recording, turf, poker runs, events, squads, rewards | Free, Plus $4.99/mo |
| REVER | US navigation, Butler Maps, offline | Free tier, Pro $39.99/yr |
| Calimoto | Curvy-road routing | Plan free, Premium $39.99 to $79.99/yr |
| Kurviger | Precision route planning | Tourer $12.99/yr, Tourer+ $24.99/yr |
| Cardo Ride | Social tracking, PackRide group mode | Pro $59.99/yr or $8.99/mo |
Mixed crews
Android and iPhone riders on one map
It doesn't matter what phone your riding buddies carry. Squads, group rides, turf, poker runs and events work the same on Android and iPhone, so a mixed crew still rides on one live map and claims turf together. See group rides and the iPhone page for the other half of your crew.
Tips
Riding with an Android phone
- Use a mount with a vibration damper. Engine vibration is hard on phone cameras.
- Carry a charging cable or battery pack for long days.
- Keep the phone shaded on hot rides. Phones throttle and shut down when they overheat, which matters if you ride somewhere like Arizona in summer.
- Start recording before you roll and leave the phone alone until you park.
FAQ
Questions riders ask.
What is the best motorcycle app for Android?
For navigation and offline maps, REVER and Calimoto are strong. For a free Android app that records every ride and adds turf, poker runs, events, squads and rewards, we make the case for Rippin'.
Is Rippin' free on Android?
Yes. Rippin' is free on Google Play with the same turf, poker runs, events and squads as iPhone. Plus at $4.99 a month is optional.
Does Rippin' work with Android Auto?
No. Rippin' has no Android Auto support. It records on your phone and can hand routes to Google Maps.
Why did my ride stop recording on Android?
Usually battery optimization or location permission. Allow location all the time for Rippin' and set its battery usage to unrestricted, then do a short test ride.
Does Rippin' have Android widgets?
Yes. Home screen widgets show your turf and your level.
Can I ride with friends who use iPhone?
Yes. Squads, group rides and turf work the same on both, so a mixed crew shares one live map.
How do I get Rippin' on Android?
Download it free from Google Play through the Rippin' download page, sign in with an email link, pick your area and add your bike. It takes under a minute.
Is the Android version different from iPhone?
The game is the same: turf, poker runs, segments, squads, events and points. The iPhone has a lock screen Live Activity, and both have home screen widgets.
Get Rippin' on Android
Free on Google Play. Sign in with an email link, add your bike, and record your next ride.