How can I get better at pillion?

Advice: How to be a good pillion rider

  1. Balance. The person on the back has to balance on the bike as well as the rider.
  2. Don’t put your feet down.
  3. Lean.
  4. Anticipate.
  5. Hang on.
  6. Don’t wriggle around.
  7. Keep your ‘helpful advice’ to a minimum.
  8. Have faith.

How do I balance my pillion rider?

To keep the balance, ask your pillion rider to keep their feet on the footpegs before stopping your bike. Your bike can tip over if you both put your foot down, and can lead to imbalance.

Is riding with a pillion passenger Hard?

The rider and passenger’s weight influence how the bike corners. If the pillion passenger stays upright it will make the bike much more difficult to turn. At slow speeds the bike will be far more unstable and you will have less clearance. Filtering through traffic will become much more difficult and dangerous.

Does pillion rider need to wear a helmet?

The new rule makes it mandatory for both the rider and pillion in two wheelers to wear a helmet, failing which traffic authorities can take action. So far, only riders had to compulsorily wear the helmet and pillion riders were exempted.

Which lane must not be used by a motorcyclist?

Motorbikes must not use the hard shoulder unless it’s designated a lane on a smart motorway. Motorbikes can lane split or filter through very slow or stationary traffic. Motorbikes can use ordinary lanes unless they are closed.

Should a pillion lean?

Pillions should lean with the rider but this shouldn’t be excessive. If you lean too far, the added weight of two riders leaning over may result in you hitting the tarmac. The same goes for underleaning. This could prevent the bike from making its turn as the weight is mismatched.

At what age can a child ride pillion on a motorcycle?

The law does not have a minimum age for motorbike pillion passengers, although they must be able to reach the foot pegs, must wear a correctly-fitted helmet and if they are under 16 they must have permission from their parents or guardian.

When can I carry a pillion passenger?

There are no age limits for carrying a pillion, but the person must be able to reach the footrests and hold on safely.

What is the fine for not wearing helmet in Bangalore?

₹500
“A rider wearing a sub-standard helmet will be considered as helmetless, and will be fined ₹500. This is applicable for pillion riders, too,” said Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic), B. R.

Can motorbikes use all bus lanes?

Bus lanes. While many roading authorities know that motorbikes ease congestion there’s no blanket rule as to whether a motorbike can use a bus lane or not. Motorbikes can always use bus lanes outside their normal operating hours (as can any vehicle).

Can motorbikes park for free?

In most of London, motorcycles are not permitted to park in pay & display bays or resident bays for free. In these cases, they have to have a permit or pay the same rate as a car.

What is the best way to ride with a pillion?

The best way to ride is for the pillion to place his/her palms on the fuel tank. That way, both your masses become one for more stability instead of being displaced. He/she will feel more secure too, without the sensation of being thrown off the bike. We found a great solution while browsing through Hodaka Motoworld.

What should I do if my pillion needs to talk?

If your pillion needs to talk… They should tap your shoulder on the side they wish to talk. You can get back to them as soon as you can … please leave a message at the beep. And if they want to show you something, have them tap on the side they want you to look, and then point.

How do you talk to the pillion on a motorcycle?

Balance is very important at slow speeds on a motorcycle. If your pillion needs to talk… They should tap your shoulder on the side they wish to talk. You can get back to them as soon as you can … please leave a message at the beep. And if they want to show you something, have them tap on the side they want you to look, and then point.

How do you Keep Your pillion safe on a motorcycle?

Tell your pillion to hold on to you, or the grab rails if the bike has them. Pinging is when your passenger hits the back of your helmet when the motorcycle slows down. I talk about this with my pillion before their first ride, and the payoff has been dramatic. Tell your passenger NOT to mount or dismount the motorcycle unless: