How to Ride with a Pillion - Better Riding

Ever wondered how to ride with a #pillion (#motorcycle passenger)? In Episode 21 of our Better Riding series, Michael Mann teams up with expert coach Mark McVeigh (https://www.motorbikecoach.com) to share essential tips for carrying a passenger safely and confidently. From bike setup and communication to smooth braking and cornering, this episode covers everything you need to know to make two-up riding enjoyable whether you're the rider or the passenger. ✅ Learn why riding with a pillion improves your skills ✅ Discover the importance of preload, tyre pressures, and grip ✅ Get practical advice on communication and smooth control Supported by Honda Motorcycles UK (https://www.https://www.honda.co.uk/m...) – committed to #ridersafety and innovation. 👉 Join the conversation: Share your pillion riding tips in the comments! 👉 Watch the full Better Riding playlist: https://bit.ly/BetterRidingSeries 👉 BikeSocial Membership: Access exclusive rewards and discounts – https://www.bikesocial.co.uk/join Chapters 00:00 - Intro & Welcome 01:15 - Why riding with a pillion matters 05:00 - Pre-ride checklist: gear, bike setup & safety 06:00 - Communication tips for rider & pillion 07:00 - Understanding grip, weight transfer & suspension 09:50 - Smooth acceleration 12:57 - Rider to pillion communication and movement 15:37 - Cheat sheet 18:20 - How much grip is there with a pillion 23:10 - Key takeaways & final thoughts Join us at   / bikesocial   Get more advice at https://bikeclub.bennetts.co.uk/feed For motorcycle and kit reviews and advice visit https://www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial Bike insurance due this month? We search our panel of insurers to find you our best price for the cover you need. Get a quote today at https://www.bennetts.co.uk/ or call us on 03444122171. SUBSCRIBE FOR OTHER VIDEOS & UPDATES https://www.youtube.com/subscription_... LET’S CONNECT! Facebook ▻   / bennettsbike   Facebook Group ▻   / bikesocial   Instagram ▻   / bennetts_bike   TikTok ▻   / bennetts_bike   Sign up to BikeTalk newsletter ▻ https://www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial...