Made sure you are covered on your insurance to carry a pillion 👍😱

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Very good point Dave - I should have mentioned that - I'll pin this comment....

@colinpettit3448

3 жыл бұрын

A lot of bikes have a pillion seat .You really shouldn't have to tell your insurance company you carry a pillion. My car has five seats but I don't have to tell them I carry passengers.

@xtc2v

3 жыл бұрын

@@colinpettit3448 My insurance company is one that asks if I intend to carry a pillion. With pillion passenger insurance the passenger can claim against the riders insurance rather than claiming as a third party

@SteveInskip

3 жыл бұрын

Colin Pettit you sure about that? Some companies do not provide disability liability cover over 3 passengers. Check the exclusions on your policy.

@matthewoliver9055

3 жыл бұрын

@@colinpettit3448 my premium went down when I ticked I won't carry a pillion so yes you do have to tell your insurance

Don't know if someone's mentioned it but it helps to use your back brake a lot more than normal. There is more weight on the rear so the rear tyre offers more grip for stopping and is less likely to lift, it helps the front, which will be having to deal with more forces going through it, and even at slower speeds applying the rear brake stops fork dive and can make stop/start riding a smoother experience.

@triumphshep

3 жыл бұрын

I was going to suggest this too. Great advice.👍

@danwilson8390

3 жыл бұрын

Good tip

@Scootir185

3 жыл бұрын

Hadn’t heard that. Thank you sir!

@scotthall8428

Жыл бұрын

I just found this out today,good pointer👍

My wife’s usual communication method is a punch in the kidneys 😂

@Gambo916

3 жыл бұрын

Mine used to do that at 130+.......so I soon stopped taking her!!

@charlesderijcke5307

3 жыл бұрын

That's why we should see the sequel: how to throw of the pillion half way through the trip.

@bobfisheruk

3 жыл бұрын

You do need an Intercom !

@lethargic_cow

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@sandramullen7804

3 жыл бұрын

😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂

My Carol hated being pillion. She took her test, got a Street Triple 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Result!

@robgutteridge1649

3 жыл бұрын

And boy can she ride well, watch them on their adventures!

@Banditmanuk

3 жыл бұрын

@@robgutteridge1649 I'm sure she would be chuffed with that comment 👍👍Thanks Rob, taking her test was one of her better decisions. Yes folks we do have a tiny KZread channel

My wife is a bit disabled, and can’t get on with the top box fitted, but she needs the top box to lean on, so we have a procedure where she gets on using the riders pegs and seat, then shuffles back,then I get on last. Works for us! We both love biking, and have done for half a century.

@Alanroch51

3 жыл бұрын

True the top box adds difficulty for the pillion, only ever the missus in my case, getting on and off but I always fit it to ensure she does not slip off the back in the event (very unlikely perhaps) of a rear end shunt.

@josephoconnell9483

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to see we are not the only one's that use this method... just can't get the leg over like we used to!! ;-)

@xkal3319

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly the same for us as well. Only system that works for her....

@Ian__Preston

3 жыл бұрын

This is a method the wife and I have used, both for getting on and off

@karlosh9286

3 жыл бұрын

When I've tried to get on a bike with a top box in a show room, I've had issues getting on and off as just the "rider". I haven't yet mastered the "karate kick" method on getting on the bike.

That wry smile by Mrs F says it all.... when you mentioned having intercoms. Priceless.

Having rode with pillion passengers for over 50 years I find my PillionPal belt with it’s handles gives them a choice to vary their hand hold positions on a journey. The great thing on more modern bikes is using the Rain mode to soften the bikes responsiveness, which provides a smoother ride experience for them as well.

My wife and I did many thousands of miles or kilometres on our trusted CB500, just using hand signals, just as Mr. Flyer advocates. And I was fighting my pillion’s request for an intercom heroically for many years. Now, with a new Crossrunner under our butts, we decided to spend half of the money we required to buy the bike, for upgrading our entire gear, and the fight against those little gadgets that you attach to the helmets was finally lost. 😱 But I have to say, it was the best upgrade to our gear. Talking to each other on a lengthy journey, commenting on the countryside, joking around around or whatever, turned our travels more enjoyable and more into a shared experience. So bottom line: get an intercom!!!

@903lew

5 ай бұрын

I’m a newer rider and I ride with my kid on the back most days. Take him to school, small trips to see his little friends, going on some small proper excursions come spring. We’ve had Cardos since day 1 and I can’t see us without them. They lead to some of the best conversations we’ve ever had. Seeing the world through the eyes of a child is great, even more so when he’s being his most lovely self (“Oh look, that’s a nice red car, I’ll give them a wave! They waved back! Fun! Ooo look at that bike dad! Is that a Honda? A Guzzi? Cool!”). Apart from the ride it just becomes quality time for the two of us. Apart from that it’s nice to know he can tell me when his hands are cold, when he needs to take a toilet break, if he gets thirsty. And because I got the nice cardos it means he can listen to his stories and music while I can listen to mine on long rides. It helps him not fall asleep, works in the car anyways. Now, riding with the boy would be great intercom or no intercom. But with intercoms it’s really become much much more than I thought it would be.

@JeiBeeBee

5 ай бұрын

@@903lew Lovely post; I couldn't agree more. 😍

Have to disagree about the intercom, for me, it's great to have a chat while riding along.

@chriskarenjake

Ай бұрын

I agree - intercoms are great, enjoy using them on rides with mates on their bikes and/or with pillions.. I resisted for a while because my ex-gf could talk for England but actually when riding she knew when to keep quiet... LOL

Sorry, I didn't have time to scroll through the 200+ comments below to see if this has already been mentioned...So, the best advice I have for pillions, is to look ahead at the approaching bends and then look over the corresponding shoulder of the rider as the bend is entered...this encourages the pillion to move in sync with the rider and it's better for everyone! 😎

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Yep been mentioned......

"Mister and Missus Missenden Flyer" - My my, what a mighty mouthful!

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Tell me about it!

@5tevieb954

3 жыл бұрын

That’s what she said

@thomaswarren2699

3 жыл бұрын

@@5tevieb954 it's disappointing that thumbs down don't appear on comments any more

Thank you Carol for being such a good sport! This was a great video - I plan to share it with my special passenger!

Love when Ms. is on the channel, she is a delight. Totally informative and fun to watch - but I admit I was looking forward to the blooper reel at the end! LOL.

l love my intercoms either with wife or mates, for me it makes the ride better.

Great advice and you wife sounds lovely (I think you’re batting a bit high in the order). 😂 Back to pillions.... You’ve covered basically everything, which is great! The main point I always instruct new pillion is simple as you don’t want them to try and remember everything. So, all I say is “when I’m turning left all you need to do is just look over my left shoulder and if I’m turning right then just look over my right shoulder”. Simple and effective! Love your work as always! I look forward to each and every video! 👍😎

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Marcus - very kind of you (except the bit about me batting above my weight)....

@marcusgeorge1825

3 жыл бұрын

TheMissendenFlyer you love it! 😜

@marcusgeorge1825

3 жыл бұрын

I love it when people say that to me about my wife. It’s actually a big complete. You’re a handsome man yourself, not that I bat that way, and their is nothing wrong if people do. 😊

@marcusgeorge1825

3 жыл бұрын

mahbin when I’m stationary on a bike with a pillion I feel is the best time for them to move a bit (as long as you are aware). Last thing you need of them moving about when you are tucked in and committed to a corner. I’d also add that as long as you are riding at about 50% of your own capabilities then even if they do move around a bit you can adjust your line.

Great tips. One thing that helped us is to agree on the length of the ride and when you are planning to take a break... the first time I took the Missus on the GS she could hardly get off again as we rode way too long :-) Also... for new passengers a nice way to explain leaning into a curve is that they look over your right shoulder when you right turn, left shoulder for left turn... keep up the amazing vids, love to watch them !

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Yes great tips Dieter, thanks for that (and for the kind words!).......

I have a huge bike with a top box fitted, the missus is 5ft 2" with little legs, getting on and off the bike for her is like watching a marine on an obstacle course! lol

My wife and I have recently started riding 2-up and it's so much fun! It's weird to begin with, especially coming to a stop. But there are so many things you deal with on a bike, like strong cross winds, that it's just another thing that you quickly adapt to. Great advice in the video 👍👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree!

I tend you use more back brake than usual when I’m coming to a stop, it stops the front diving so much so I get less head butts 😀

Great video, wish I'd seen something like this before I first took a pillion. I found it easiest to stand straddling the bike holding the handlebars while the pillion gets on. Also if you live on a quiet road start with the bike on the road next to a raised kerb, the extra height from them being on the kerb makes it easier for them to get on.

Great video, I am planning a long tour 2-up for the 1st time and this was very helpful. Thanks.

very comprehensive - you read my notes lol. Our code, in addition, is as we are riding I rub her leg. If she is ok she queezes me with her thighs. Same for her telling me she is ready to go, squeezes me with her thighs, like "giddy up". If I had only one tip - leave your stand down for mount and dismount and make your pillion mount and dismount on that stand side.

Have never ridden with a pillion but with 10 years motorcycling experience i feel now could be the time. This video provides excellent practical advice thank you Mr & Mrs Flyer!

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help! Give it a whirl, you may just love it (like we do!)

Very helpful advice ,you have a lovely chemistry on the screen. My wife and I really enjoyed your holiday motorcycle videos . You made us laugh it was like a sitcom lol

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly! Another tour series with us both coming soon!

This was a good video - I still remember how nervous I was taking pillions for the first time, some excellent constructive advice given :)

Really nice video. I really enjoyed hearing both the rider and pillion perspectives.

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

A great video and tips as usual. The GSA with top box and panniers can be quite a challenge to the new pillion getting on and off but once on they do offer additional protection and assurance. A recent dismount ended with my other half landing on her derriere right outside the pub, thank goodness for full face helmets! Now, I put down the side stand and get off while hers truly slides down onto the riders seat and swings her leg over without the top box obstacle! Thanks Mr & Mrs TMF

Love the comment about the amount of luggage. I did a three week tour of France in the 80s and my other half brought down piles of luggage. I gave her a 35 litre pannier and said , “that’s your lot”. I think she understood the message after we’d loaded the bike up. It weighed a metaphorical ton. And we did have to pick it on the Mulsanne straight.

I love sharing a ride with my wife. It looks like the two of you have a wonderful time riding together also.

Always learning something watching your videos thank you both!

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

Pretty concise advice and all good especially the thing about not leaning. I tell my passenger they should become a part of the bike; don't help it and don't fight it.

Thank you so much for such an interesting video! Beautiful Mrs Flyer

Mrs Flyer is this Star of the show. ⭐️. Always learn many thingys by watching the channel. Andy, you’re the best. 👍🏼

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Crikey - thank you....

@bradleyalexander5821

3 жыл бұрын

👍🏼

Really enjoyed that video. Your wife did a great job. Initially I took it very easily with my wife as I was breaking her in as a passengers. Once her confidence was up and she was comfortable on the back I asked her to start leaning a bit more when we were in the corners. It really helps when your on a big bike like the K1600GT. We use Cardo Packtalks to communicate. I often prep her for sharp corners or scenic views etc. She is forbidden to discuss her “Honey-do” list.

Very handy video Sir! Lots to take in

What a timely video! My Mrs and I have thousands of miles together with her on back, but the new-to-me GS causes her no end of problems mounting and dismounting. Seeing Carol's perfectly executed mounting maneuver at 2:00 is exactly what we needed. Thanks! (Agree about developing hand signals. E.g., double tap on her left knee means I'm about to pass (overtake) a slower vehicle and she's ready. )

@nicktdm5703

Жыл бұрын

Yup...takes a while for passenger to get used to the height when standing on the rear pegs...especially with luggage

Great and informative video. I remember you telling us where you got that bit of advice about putting the stand down before the passenger hops on.

Very useful video mate. Great idea with making this.

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it

This is more encouragement than a tip, but riding two-up takes practice. Just like when we all start off riding, a pillion needs to practice to get comfortable. The first ride is always the hardest - it gets easier and more fun from there. Don't throw all the rules at them at once. Focus on the initial necessities, then help them build their skills over time. Patterns emerge and you two can fall into a fun and safe groove.

@great2c4me

3 жыл бұрын

How about you, did you find yourself getting saddle sore far more sooner with a passenger? what's the fix?

Good to the Chief of Staff finally getting a grip of the channel. Loved the out-takes.

Awesome, loved your very practical tips. Going to show my wife, who indecently loves riding

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Please do!

Very useful, thank you. I've purchased a Tricity 300 and can now carry a pillion (have include this in the insurance). Your video has made clear the points to consider, thank you to Mrs and Mr TMF.

@TheMissendenFlyer

2 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure….

Excellent advice as always. My experience with big bikes suggests that a pillion generally makes very little difference to handling except at lower speeds and when parking up and dismounting. Also on modern bikes, it pays to set up the Electronic Suspension properly for two, or two plus luggage, before setting off.

All good advice.👌

Great Vid. Very informative, cheers.

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

Good advice. Thanks. 👍

This video is incredible!! Solid and super clear advice.....the humour was cracking me up too!! hahaha

@TheMissendenFlyer

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it Joe!

Excellent tips!Thank you Mr. and Mrs.Flyer.👍👍👏👏👏👏👏

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

For my wife and me, an intercom is a must; it's great to share the ride together and we have some of our most enjoyable conversations while on the bike. And, we never seem to say anything to piss the other off while riding,,, too much at stake. Well-done vid, you covered some great points. The one point I'd make if using intercom is to have an understanding up front, the passenger must control any tendency to make gasping or screaming noises :D

Your wife's facial expressions are priceless, makes me smile. I note that Carol has the same Helmet as Noraly...... good advert for Arai 😉. Oh yes, nearly forgot.......great video 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

You are right! Those X4's are brill - just a shame Arai won't talk to me!!

Well done me and Mrs flyer,a great contribution to motorcycling 👍,ps love that bsa t shirt !

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Great video. I agree with everything except “don’t expect to carry a lot of luggage”. The wife-to-be and I ride together on tours in Asia. We took a full compliment of camping gear.

Great advice. Thank you Sir.

I just want to say this has been the best video we have found to give advice for carrying a passenger. It helped me convice the wife to come out on the bike which she has been very much against.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

My top tip for someone who you take as a pillion regularly get them to read the road like they are riding especially looking for hazards and overtakes less of a surprise when you drop a gear and go for the overtake. I used to have to tap my wife’s leg to warn her now I know she’s watching and she’s not fallen off the back yet no matter how hard I try 😂

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Indeed - as I think I said!

Very informative thanks 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

"Hun.....just scream louder if you want to go faster" 😂 Good points as always.

Lovely couple, thanks for the tips and tricks!

@TheMissendenFlyer

2 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

Brilliant help that TMF, thank you both. 👍

Thanks, very informative.

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

All great tips, great bloopers too & Mrs TMF... patience of a saint. My Mrs’ swears by the bowl of water style analogy. Her favourite phrase is, I’m not psychic!

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

So true!

Excellent, thank you. About to do this for the first time in 10 years of not riding on a Honda ST1300. Very helpful

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Enjoy your trip!

Great video, thank you!

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

One tip I would like to add... When the rider leans into bends, the pillion should ensure that their helmet (head) follows the riders' helmet. I've sometimes suggested that my pillion should look over my shoulder that is on the 'inside' of the bend!! So, left bend = left shoulder. Right bend = right shoulder. This way they actually help with balancing the bike through a bend, rather than fighting to keep the bike upright - I'm sure we've all been there :(( #TravellingWizzard

@sidspeed222

3 жыл бұрын

i was going to say exactly that.

The outtakes are awesome Mr Flyer... I've tried to explain the "no intercom" scenario as well and i couldn't stop laughing while doing it!!

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Tricky ground!!

Great stuff guys, thanks. Will show this vid to my wife, who at the moment is very wary of bikes. In fact she thinks we're all mad.

Great video! Some really useful tips here. One thing I would suggest is checking if your tires require any change in pressure when you take a pillion passenger. Some bikes will recommend the tires are inflated to a higher PSI - You'll find this in your owner's manual 😁

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Great point! Should have mentioned that.....

V good. Funny and informative. What we all require as we navigate thru this Pandemic. Great bike for two up I imagine. We had an Africa Twin 750 and did many trips from Dublin to Glasgow, London, Rome, Athens. The drawback was exactly what you pointed out - fork dive and underpowered. Looking forward to picking up a GS. Thanks Mr & Mrs Fly!

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Anthony!

Great video and a subject not often covered. Mrs Flyer did very well 👍🏻

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Well, rather good timing Andy! My better half just went on the back of my bike today. First time. She loved the video and thinks you are both great. There ya go. An instant success. Thanks guys :)

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome Craig! How did the Mrs get on on the bike??

@craigmayall7513

3 жыл бұрын

She loved it. I was amazed!! Thanks guys. Keep the videos coming.

As always, excellent advice. Hardest part for me were the uphill starts.

@great2c4me

3 жыл бұрын

How about you, did you find yourself getting saddle sore far more sooner with a passenger? what's the fix?

@thebikingamateur6237

3 жыл бұрын

@@great2c4me I do. Riding alone, I can ‘move around’ on the saddle, not possible with 2up. Solution: more stops.

Hi Andy, just an update after passing my module one I’ve booked my mod 2 I’ve passed this morning. 2 miners 🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍. Just really wanted to say a big thank you for all the hard work you put in your videos. And without definitely sounding too cheeky I absolutely love your videos I would definitely love a shout out. David Keep up the good work and once again Ride safe 😊

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

W'hey brilliant news David!! Bet you're chuffed....take it easy, ride safe and welcome to biking!

I LOVE IT, what fabulous video you did there with Mrs. Flyer, I can't get get enough of when you two make a video together. It's a fantastic video, I new on a motorcycle and having a passenger with me is gonna be a new challenge for me. So that said, I really enjoyed your absolutely fantastic video about that. Yours sincerely The Danish Viking 🇩🇰 ☀️ ❤️ 😎

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much - more of Mrs Flyer coming soon!!

It's really helpful for the pillion to grip with the knees!...helps stop the headbutts 🙂

Top tips guys, cheers 👍

Very informative!

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Love the outtakes 👍

Great vid, an often overlooked subject. My tip would be, have a chat with your pillion before you set off, things like dont fight the lean on corners, go with the flow of the bike and for the rider go easy on the breaks and throttle or expect lots of headbutts and a pillion refusing a second outing.

Great content! It makes me miss the UK, I lived near you in Chorleywood for a few years.

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Nice! Where are you now Tim?

@Tim.Traveler

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer Columbus, Ohio. Not as scenic as the UK.

My advise is when you carry a pillion in your mind you go into rain mode riding as if the roads are wet and slippery. Smoother controlled braking and traction. The mrs says just mold with the rider and be as one lol. Problem with her is when she nods off. A grab and shake of the thigh does the job! 😌

Great advice on all counts. 👍 The outtakes were good viewing too 🤣🤣

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Shane!

Carrying a pillion is awesome if they understand what to do, thanks for this great vid Mr & Mrs TMF. Now in my family, if there is even half a chance to ride with me on my BMer (whether it's my wife, son, daughter and future daughter-in-law), they jump at the chance to do so :), now that is the proof of the freedom you feel when you ride!!

Thank you for posting. Great video. We get on and off the bike a bit differently than you and your wife. In our case, while the bike is on the side stand, she gets on the driver's seat and then scoots back to the pillion position. I then get on the driver's seat straighten the bike and off we go. When dismounting, we do the process in reverse. A matter of preference, but I find it to be a bit more stable process. Again ymmv.

Great advise. The only additional thing I asked my wife to do was to take a rider course herself, just so she had some idea of what its like to be the rider and in case she had to move the bike in an emergency. Result was she now has her own bike, which is even better than riding two up!

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Good idea!

Great advice! As you alluded to, I'd definitely recommend short rides with a passenger, before taking that passenger on any long ones. Work your way up to it. This will help the rider and passenger both get more comfortable riding together. Also - in addition to accelerating being slower, I find I do gear changes much later than when I'm alone on account of the extra weight, particularly on smaller motorcycles.

@TheSudsy

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, my first pillion was my my 9 year old daughter - very light and agile. She was the perfect pillion and loved it. When I had a 125 scooter. It taught me plenty of lessons - sort of a light weight version.14 years later I now have VFR1200 and went to Isle of man, pillion, full camping gear and luggage for two for 4 days. bit different but lessons paid off

Good vid thanks. I’ve taken pillions on four completely different bikes and I have to say I really don’t like doing it, I find it affects the handling so much and reduces the sense of freedom that we love about riding to the extent that I don’t enjoy the ride.

I find it helps reduce the headbutts by braking with a bit of back brake at the same time as the front as it keeps the back down. Plus little or no clutch on acceleration through the gears helps smoother riding.

Awesome guys cheers 👍🏻

Great advice thank u!first time 2mor as a pinion in almost 20 years.wish me luck!

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Best of luck!

I find it easier for the passenger to mount the bike with the bike on the sidestand, the rider next to the bike holding the handlebar (just for more sense of safety) and the pillion to sit on the bike like they would ride but then slide to the back seat. The rider has to be flexible to trow the leg straight over the riders seat though. To dismount: bike on the sidestand, the rider off the bike and holding one side of the handlebar and the pillion slides to the rider's seat and gets off the bike. In Belgium I learned that the pillion has to hold the rider and not the handles on the side; this being that when something happens and the rider jumps off the bike the pillion follows, as well as the pillion will follow the rider's movement more in corners and such. I also prefer it more to have contact with the pillion at all time just to know I didn't lost them and you can somehow tell if they are comfortable by their grip while holding you.

Done 20,000 miles with the wife on the back here in Peru , I think you have covered everything. One thing we both like though is the intercom system we have , it’s basic but it’s been great as we cover long distances most of the time and it’s nice to talk when we are on the bike upwards of 8 hours a day . You have given sound advice , nothing to disagree with .

@great2c4me

3 жыл бұрын

How about you, did you find yourself getting saddle sore far more sooner with a passenger? what's the fix?

@davidquinn5386

3 жыл бұрын

@@great2c4me your always going to get a bit of bum ache if you do big miles in a day , but we stop every couple of hours so thats our fix

@richardlucas5819

Жыл бұрын

What intercom system are you using?

Enjoyed the video. This passenger, Carol added a new bit of comic, funny parts which was 👍 great

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Cool, thanks!

Excellent review! Appreciate both perspectives… one thing to mention (that I noticed you also have) is that you have your top box on *with a cushion” Always want to ensure that our passenger is comfortable… and final thought for those with deep pockets: get a 2021 Honda Goldwing with an armchair in the back…

When riding pillion I found it best to hold on to the bike with one hand and put the other on my knee. This allowed me to brace my body from moving from side to side and also to stop the forward and back movement caused by acceleration and braking.

Great summary and presentation. The one thing I tell my PAX is to stay close, attached to the rider... especially on bigger bikes there could be quite a gap between rider and a smaller pillion and such disconnect makes the riding pretty unpleasant. So don’t hesitate and ask the pillion to get closer and stay ‚attached‘! Considering there is a already a level of trust between rider and pillion, you as a rider should be comfortable to ask 🤓

@jhaifley

9 ай бұрын

Could you explain what is unpleasant about it if the passenger is not touching the rider?

@joernlindstaedt7731

9 ай бұрын

@@jhaifley Hi Jesse, thanks for the question… it’s about the handling of the bike which feels unpleasant … the ‘disconnection’ can cause the bike to become unstable…I suppose it also depends how experienced the pillion is… Greetings from Germany 🥨🍻, Jörn

No need to speak to the Wife whilst on the motorcycle. After all, that’s why we escape to the roads in the first place 😂 Love it Andy!! 💪🏼🤣🤣🤣

My wife and eldest daughter often ride pillion with me. We have a tactile code. To check if they are ok I usually reach back and tap their left knee, if all ok they just squeeze their knees into me. A double tap means to get ready for some faster riding (overtake etc) . My best wheelie ever ( and my only one officer) was filtering through to the front of a queue with my wife on the back of my Blackbird. When we were near the front the lights went green and as the front two cars pulled away they drifted towards each other, closing my gap. A handful of throttle in 2nd on an 1100cc bike with a pillion produces an interesting result! A swift punch in the kidneys and the comment "if you ever do that again...." put me straight. That was about 18 years ago. Never pulled a wheelie since.....honest. Nearly forgot, hurry up with the Goldwing video, it's one of the bikes on my list to replace my Tiger 1200 next year.

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Great story Nick - thanks - Goldwing tour videos start on October the 15th - sorry for the wait! Less than a month away though!!!

Top tips there Mr & Mrs Flyer. It’s really good to see a couple being able to enjoy a their partner’s if not a common interest.

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Trevor!

Haha good vid , cheers Mr and Mrs flyer

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

Sound advice all round. Smooth throttle control , and for the pillion, lean with the bike. 👍🏻