Pillion Information

Please Note before you carry a pillion you must ensure that your bike has duel seat, 2 sets of foot rests. The pilion must at all times wear an approved saftey helmet that is correctly fastened

1 (Q)- What adjustments would you make before carrying a pillion ?

A-1 Tyre Pressure- Increase as necessary (Check Owners Manual)

    2 Rear Suspensions- Increase as per Owners Manual

    3 Mirrors - Tilt Upwards to allow for rear weight

    4 Headlight - Adjust Downward

2 (Q) - How would carrying a pillion effect your Motorcycle?

A-1 Pulling Away - More throttle required but steady with  the clutch

     2 Braking - More braking distance required  stopping at the desired point, affecting the 2 second rule.

     3 Cornering - Take corners slower to allow for extra weight

3 (Q) - What information would you give a pillion before taking

them on the bike ? 

A-1 Sit astride the bike

    2 Keep feet on foot pegs at all times

    3 Hold onto the bike i.e. grab rails or the rider firmly

    4 Lean with the rider

    5 Advise them on how best to communicate with you i.e a tap on the shoulder nothing that will distract you

    6 No Hand signals

    7 Do not dismount until told to do so