Many people think that being a passenger on a bike is easy: just sit and go. However, the passenger influences the safety of the ride as much as the driver.
Here is what you need to know:
✅ For the driver:
1. If you are a beginner, do not carry a passenger. You should ride together only when you are confident in your driving skills.
2. The driver should explain to the passenger all the moments of correct behavior on the bike since safety depends on it.
3. Both should wear helmets. The driver is responsible for the passenger's life.
✅ For the passenger:
4. The passenger should completely trust the driver, feel their movements, and act in unison.
5. The driver is always in charge. They say when to get on and off the bike, so it's not unexpected.
6. Sit in a way that you can feel the driver's body. This is important to understand when they shift the center of gravity, for example, when turning.
7. Sit so that you don't have to move around during the ride.
8. Distribute your body weight evenly, don't lean to the side. Place your feet on the footrests.
9. Maintain balance during the ride and don't shift the center of gravity.
10. Lean your body slightly forward to avoid falling off the bike during sharp maneuvers.
11. Do not try to “help” control the bike, do not make sudden movements. Your abrupt actions can cause an accident.
12. It's best for the passenger to hold onto the bike rather than the driver, so as not to hinder their actions.
13. Check how it’s more convenient for you to hold on: by the sides of the bike or backwards. If you hold on to the driver, do not restrict their movements.
✅ Additional recommendations:
14. Do not distract the driver. Especially if the driver is inexperienced. Do not distract them with conversations or comments about the ride.
15. If you are suggesting directions, inform them of upcoming turns and lane changes in advance.
16. The passenger is as responsible for safety as the driver. Be serious and responsible.
If you are getting on a bike as a passenger, remember these rules to ensure a safe trip.
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