Carrying Passengers on
your two-wheeler
Small loads can be carried on your motorbike quite comfortably
if it is properly positioned and fastened.
 Always
keep the load low. Avoid piling or strapping loads against
your frame on the back of the seat - it can affect the bike's
center of gravity and make it hard for you to balance the
bike.
Keep
the load forward. Place it either in front of, or over the
rear axle. Anything mounted behind the rear wheel can affect
the way the two-wheeler turns and brakes and cause the bike
to wobble.
Fasten
all cargo to the seat or pack it evenly in saddlebags. An
uneven load can cause the motorcycle to pull to one side.
Check
the load whenever you come to a stop in order to make sure
it has not worked loose or shifted.
Consult
your owner's manual for the amount of tyre pressure suggested
for carrying passengers or loads. Fasten the load securely
with elastic cords. Rope tends to stretch and come loose,
which can cause your cargo to fall and get caught in the wheel
or drive chain.
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