Monimoto

Monimoto: anti-theft GPS trackers for motorcycles and other vehicles

Monimoto is a company specializing in GPS tracking devices with anti-theft functionality, aimed primarily at motorcycles, although its catalog also covers other vehicles and equipment. Its proposition is based on a wireless tracker that, upon unauthorized movement, calls the owner's phone in less than a minute and begins sending real-time location coordinates. The company sells its products through its own online store, with free shipping on all orders, and operates in several countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, and the rest of Europe.

Products: Monimoto 7 and Monimoto 9

Monimoto's catalog is built around two main models. The Monimoto 7 is a standalone device with a long-lasting battery, designed for cable-free installation and priced at $129. The Monimoto 9, on the other hand, is rechargeable and easier to hide, priced at $179. Both share the wireless operating philosophy, which allows them to be hidden in places that are hard for thieves to reach and prevents them from draining the vehicle's battery. The company also offers a specific bracket for the Monimoto 9 aimed at bicycle tracking.

Applications by vehicle type

In addition to motorcycle use, Monimoto trackers are designed to adapt to a wide variety of vehicles and equipment. The website lists applications for ATVs, UTVs, cars, trailers, golf carts, equipment, RVs, boats, scooters, vans, and dirt bikes. In the marine sector, the company highlights the protection of outboard engines and boats, with instant alerts if the vessel moves without authorization. For the ATV and UTV segment, the system allows locating the stolen vehicle via the mobile app. There is also a specific section for businesses.

How the system works and its components

Monimoto's security system consists of three elements. The first is the tracker itself, with a water-resistant design and built-in GPS, offering location accuracy and instant smartphone alerts. The second is the Key Fob, which the user must carry when planning to move the vehicle: when riding the motorcycle, the Key Fob disarms the tracker; when the owner walks away and the device detects movement, it notifies and starts tracking, sending constant location updates. The third component is the mobile app, which shows real-time alerts, reveals the vehicle's location in case of theft, and warns in advance if the tracker's battery is low.

Technical features and maintenance

Monimoto devices run on their own batteries, making them energy-efficient and capable of lasting between 12 and 24 months. Initial setup is done through the iOS or Android app and takes about 10 minutes. Being wireless, they do not drain the vehicle's battery and can be hidden in places that are hard for thieves to find. The app allows managing the international eSIM subscription directly from the phone and includes two months of free service. The company also offers a guide on what GPS tracking is and why it is preferable for a motorcycle tracker to be GPS-based rather than relying solely on cell data or internet connection.

Success stories and usefulness for recovery

The website features several real cases of stolen vehicle recovery thanks to Monimoto trackers. Among them is a gun-carrying owner who scared off two bike thieves with the help of the device, a case where a quick alert from the Monimoto 7 prevented the theft of a motorcycle, and the recovery of a BMW S1000XR stolen in New York after a police chase using the locations provided by the tracker. The company argues that the presence of an active GPS tracker increases the likelihood that police will search for the stolen bike immediately, since the chances of recovery are high.

Benefits and considerations regarding GPS trackers for motorcycles

Monimoto points out that one of the main benefits of a GPS tracker for motorcycles is the ability to quickly locate and recover a stolen bike, since thieves often hide them immediately in warehouses, vans, or industrial estates. Additionally, some devices can act as an alarm, sending a call or message to the phone if the bike moves, which can prevent theft if the owner is nearby. It also indicates that insurers may take the installation of a GPS tracker into account, which could reduce premiums. As for device placement, the company suggests hiding it under the seat, near the air filter box, behind the skid plate, or anywhere hard to detect, and reminds that GPS trackers do not deactivate when the vehicle is stopped.