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    How to be a good pillion?

    A few queries from a new pillion passenger on a GSXR1000, to all you well travelled back seat riders.
    How does one stay on without slamming into the back of your partner when braking?
    How do you stay on without lacing your whitened knuckes together and appearing a complete wuss at speed?
    Any pointers would be greatly accepted and may increase my chances of actually being invited for a ride on the new K5! Well maybe?/# :unsure:
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    Last edited by Torque; 1st July 2005 at 20:42. Reason: didn't make sense

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    Relax relax relax. And keep in mind --Its up to the rider to ride to suit YOUR experience level
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    I had a brief instance of brain fade once upon a time and accepted the opportunity to be wheelie ballast on an R1.

    I found hanging onto the pilot with my left hand holding my right wrist prevented me going off the back of the seat, and allowed me to use my right hand to brace myself against the tank under braking.

    Probably didn't look flash but.
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    don't brake as hard and take longer slowing/braking-distances..??
    or, could ask 'er at back to put her/his hands on the tank to help support themselves during braking, or if you're in town and doing a lot of stop/starts..

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    Quote Originally Posted by Torque
    A few queries from a new pillion passenger on a GSXR1000, to all you well travelled back seat riders.
    How does one stay on without slamming into the back of your partner when braking?
    How do you stay on without lacing your whitened knuckes together and appearing a complete wuss at speed?
    Any pointers would be greatly accepted and may increase from chances of actually being invited for a ride on the new K5! Well maybe?/# :unsure:
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    Those bikes aren't especially made for pillion passenger comfort, don't let the seat and passenger pegs fool you! However, if you insist on riding it I would suggest the owner invest in an aftermarket grab rail or something for you to hold on to.


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    thanks for that.. seems these sports bike designers have passenger comfort right up there with number plate visability (a pain in the butt, but they have to be seen to make an effort)

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    Put your hands on the riders waist & lean forward into them a bit. This will assist you to get used to leaning through corners too - keep yourself in line with the rider at all times.

    Look over their shoulder, if you can, so you can see what's coming and be ready for the next corner or any possible braking situations.

    When it looks like you're going to brake, reach your hands forward and brace them on the tank, holding yourself away from the rider.

    Use your thigh muscles to grip the riders hips, which will also assist in braking situations.

    Ask the rider to take it a bit easier while you get used to it.

    If there's a grab rail behind you, you might find hanging onto that will help you out (but I prefer the above options, personally).

    Good luck & enjoy.
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    When it looks like you're going to brake, reach your hands forward and brace them on the tank, holding yourself away from the rider.
    Yeah Slim - I do this too, I cross my fingers on the tank... works well.

    Try and stay relaxed, move with the rider, but I think its all been said before.

    Have fun

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    Thanks Slim, I'm new to this game and not being in control is a little daunting, but the thought of throwing my man into a position that means He can't control the bike we're riding scares the sweet be-jeebers out of me!! and this is all about having fun?
    The grab rail ain't gonna happen cos that would spoil the beautiful lines (yeah I'm quoting that) haha.. thanks anyway for all the pointers.. bound to be some stuff in there that i'll be chanting to myself as we flash through the waikato countryside.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Torque
    Thanks Slim, I'm new to this game and not being in control is a little daunting, but the thought of throwing my man into a position that means He can't control the bike we're riding scares the sweet be-jeebers out of me!! and this is all about having fun?
    The grab rail ain't gonna happen cos that would spoil the beautiful lines (yeah I'm quoting that) haha.. thanks anyway for all the pointers.. bound to be some stuff in there that i'll be chanting to myself as we flash through the waikato countryside.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Torque
    Thanks Slim, I'm new to this game and not being in control is a little daunting, but the thought of throwing my man into a position that means He can't control the bike we're riding scares the sweet be-jeebers out of me!! and this is all about having fun?
    The grab rail ain't gonna happen cos that would spoil the beautiful lines (yeah I'm quoting that) haha.. thanks anyway for all the pointers.. bound to be some stuff in there that i'll be chanting to myself as we flash through the waikato countryside.
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    I started out pillioning before I finally got in control myself, and I still enjoy going pillion when I get the chance, especially with experienced riders who go a hell of a lot faster than I do when I'm riding my own bike - nice to get the speed rush without the responsibility!

    The tip about gripping with your thighs is right up there behind bracing on the tank - you'll get to the stage where you can hold on with your thighs & rest your hands on them & sort of sway around through the corners & sort of lean back when under brakes. That's what I do now.

    Like anything, it's practice, practice, practice, but definitely get Torque to slow down a bit while you get used to it.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Slim
    Use your thigh muscles to grip the riders hips
    Yeah, I like this bit best...

    (Mind you, only if it's a guy)

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    the best kind of pillion is someone who adds value? they are usually a fellow biker and understands the principles of gravity due to thier own experience.
    I recall a helpfull girl who everytime leaned, countered that lean with a oposite vertical action to save my life. Whearas another would load the back wheel at just the right time to increase the cornering traction.
    the first looked like an angel the latter was became my wife no1
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    GSXR1000's come out with a single seat pod for a reason No Pillion's ! There is no good way to ride on the back of any sports bike now adays so just hold on to the waist keep close to the rider & pray .

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    Quote Originally Posted by Keystone19
    Yeah, I like this bit best...

    (Mind you, only if it's a guy)
    better get mr keystone on a bike real soon......frisky and 19!LOL

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