Q&A for How to Ride on the Back of a Motorcycle

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    What do I do when we go around a curve?
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    Keep your back straight with the bike, and look over the inside shoulder of the rider. Stay like that through the curve.
  • Question
    How do I take off in a motorcycle when my feet cannot reach the ground?
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    Try leaning to one side, so you can get a foot down. There are also ways to lower your bike to the desired seat height.
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    Can I put my hands on the gas tank instead?
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    You could. One of the safest ways to ride is to wrap your arms around the rider's waist, and to rest you hands on the back of the gas tank. Some gas tanks may even have handles.
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    How do I get off the bike?
    Community Answer
    Passenger first. To get off the left side, take your right foot off and over the motorcycle onto the ground. Vice versa for the right.
  • Question
    Is it better if the passenger carries the backpack?
    Community Answer
    Of course, as the passenger needs to wrap his/her arms around the driver.
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    What if the driver is large around the middle? Do I still put my hands (or try to put them) around the waist?
    Community Answer
    Yes. You can put your hands on the back side of the bike (one handle is there) or on the waist of the driver.
  • Question
    Can my wife wrap her legs around me on the motorcycle instead of using the pegs?
    Adam Monk
    Community Answer
    It is probably not the best idea as it could disrupt your movements with the back brake and gears.
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    Should I lean forward to prevent stress on my lower back?
    Community Answer
    It depends on your weight and the bike size, but yes, this could be effective in protecting your lower back from stress and pain.
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