Any tips for riders on the back of a fast bike?

Question

My friend asked me to go for a ride with him sometime and I'm a little freaked out but it does sound like fun. He has a really fast bike and was wondering if there is anything I should or shouldn't do?

Answer 1

Wear a helment, long sleeve jacket, gloves, jeans, boots with a low heel, and no LACES (because they can be caught in the chain) when you hop on, wait until your friend is ready for you to hop on, get yourself settled find the hand grips & use them (or if the rider allows hold him by the waist), place your feet on the pillion pegs, then try not to wiggle or move too much as this upsets the stabilty of the bike, when you approach corners keep your friends helmet/head in line with yours and you cannot go wrong (because when you keep your head directly behind his your body automatically leans without having to fight to do what really doen't feel natural as yoou don't see that you leaning at all - basically fooling the body with the eyes). work out hand signals before you hop on to stop or slow down because you aren't comfortable (but I found the best thing to do is finish the ride, & when we have stopped hop off & give him a darn good ear bashing, because the rider needs to concerntrate to control the ride) When you have finished the ride & it is time to hop off ask him if he's ready, for you to dismount.
Or you could just ask him before the ride what he needs you to do and he should be able to tell you.
Most important of all RELAX & have fun!

Answer 2

Just because his bike is fast doesn't mean he has to drive it at top speed. Let him know that you are nervous before you even agree to the ride. If you trust him, and he isn't the kind to scare you by showing off, then there shouldn't be a problem.
Unless there is a sissy bar on the back of the pillion pad, and on those sport bikes, there usually isn't, you want to hold on to him, lean with him, but be careful not to lean too far as that will throw the bike off balance. Several people mentioned how to line yourself up with the driver, and they gave good advice there.
Wear protective clothing, denim or leather if you have it or can borrow it, a good helmet that fits properly, tie up long hair, wear eye protection, and boots that come over your ankle. When I see these girls on the back of a bike wearing shorts and tank tops and sandals, I just cringe to think how much skin will be left on the road or the pipes!
Most of all, enjoy the ride!

Answer 3

Keep your feet on the passenger's foot pegs, even when you stop.
If he's wearing like a leather motorcycle jacket find something on it to hold on to, a loop or a pocket maybe. Sometimes there's a strap between the little passenger seat and the seat seat. When I ride with someone I put one hand around their waist and find something on their jacket to grip, then I put my other hand on the strap on the seat.
Make sure you scoot up as far as you can with him still being comfortable.
And really important-
When you are coming to a stop, straighten your back and sit up straight to avoid slamming your helment into his.
It's hard to explain, but after a couple times you'll get the hang of it.
When I ride people on my bike that have never ridden before they always slam their helment into mine, it really gets old after awhile.

Most importantly, just have fun and enjoy the ride. I've been riding on the back of my mom's motorcycle since I was about 10. Then when I had my learners I had a motorcycle before I even had a car.
One things for sure: I'm the only girl that comes to school on a motorcycle, I find the looks I get from some of the guys quite amusing.

....anyways, hope I helped.
-cc

Answer 4

If you have ever seen or heard of this "friend" riding crazy or fast, decline the offer. Bikes are fun and I have been riding for many years, but it is hard enough to stay alive even when you are being cautious. Motorists just don't see you as well, even when you ride in a safe and smart way trying to be seen. The first words out of their mouth is "I didn't see you."
Speed only ups the antie. But having said all that, wear a helmet, long pants, sturdy shoes and gloves is a good idea as well. When you go down the first thing you do is put your hands out.............Why do I see you in cut off's, tube top and sunglasses, blazing down the open road glued to the back of some idiot on a crotch rocket. God I wish I was 22 again!

Answer 5

First timer should sit there like a sack of potatoes. As you advance you passenger & rider experience you may begin to lean with the rider. Hold on to waist and push off the tank when braking as not to put excesive weight on the rider and there wrists. You must understand that you essential control the bike because of the leverage and angle at which you are in comparsion to the linkage/suspension. Hope this helps.

Answer 6

As a paramedic and a bike rider, I have a Suzuki Katana 600, I can tell you that a helmet is important but so is trust in your friend. If you trust him to drive the bike with you on it have fun.

Keep your feet on the pegs, use your knees and lower legs to squeeze that bike and have fun. The bike will try to keep you on and not throw you off so hold on to either your friend or the bar across the back, but do not impede his ability to drive the bike.

Wear a 'do rag under your helmet to keep your hair from getting pulled by the helmet. If you have long hair either braid it or wear several ponytail holders spread up and down your hair to keep it from blowing in your face. You need either a full face helmet or a pair of wrap around sunglasses to keep the bugs out of your eyes.

Wear jeans to protect your from road rash and to keep you from burning your calf if you touch the hot exhaust pipe(I have to scars to remind me of that). You hear the sizzle before you feel the burn.

You may want a jacket if it is dark or will be before you are finished riding. the wind gets cool. If you have a leahter jacket it also prevents road rash.

most of all have fun. I have been a paramedic for 20 years and have only been on like 3 motorcycle wrecks and everyone walked away. It is safe if you are cautious.

Answer 7

hello Corrie girl,
i know all those answers might scare u but they all r true possibilities dat bikers might or already came across.
first things first-
1.u should never take a ride with a person to whom u cannot trust while riding(for example-if ur thinkin he/she might let u fall).
2.always wear helmet, full sleeved jacket, thick lowers/jeans, boots and gloves(if ur riding too high).
3.try and read the information given in the owner's manual for a pillion rider.
4.always adjust ur sitting position nicely (before U start of the ride) unless ur comfortable.
5.keep ur feet firmly on the foot rest
6.the best way to stay comfortable on a bike who's back seat is a bit higher than rider's seat is that,u can keep ur knees tight to ur rider. it will give firmity and comfort to both of u,otherwise u'll be slipping forward everytime the rider applies brake.
7.dont keep on changing ur head position,this distracts the rider. the best position is to keep ur head above the right shoulder of the rider.
and other suggestions were all gud and also ur smart enough to understand.
AS FAR AS RIDER'S UNDERSTANDING IS CONCERNED
AN EFFICIENT RIDER WILL NEVER PULL U IN TROUBLE AND RIDES CAREFULLY.
so dont u worry, he's ur friend so do trust him!
Enjoy!

Answer 8

Go with the flow. Keep your body close to his so you can feel his movement. Don't fight the curves and corners, or try to counter-balance. Just be one with the rider and the bike. If he's a good rider then he won't pull anything scary on you. I've been really lucky. Every guy I've ever ridden with has been a consumate rider. They took it slow with me to start and as they learned that I had the hang of it, the fun really started

Answer 9

My wife used to pinch me when I was going too fast. Don't do that crap.

Is he fast or is the bike. If he is, then forget him. I saw a chick fall off the back once. Poor girl. If the guy is cool then ask him what you should do. I always ask my riders to stay stiff as a board, cause I don't want them to have anything to do with my handeling. It is a personal pref. Wear a helmet becasue if you get a crack in you're head, then you will die with the taste of asphalt in your mouth.

Answer 10

I recommend getting existence coverage and clinical coverage, on the grounds that it sounds such as you plan to put down your bike someday quickly. You would now not are living crashing the quickest bike on the planet however should you do you're going to want clinical coverage to pay in your life of house care on the grounds that you're going to be a burden on your loved ones via being a quadriplegic. Reap the ones penalties!