philbut

I guess just experement a bit and see how it works for you and them. i much prefer my missiz to hold the grab rail and brace with her arms rather than put weight on me (or crush my crown jewels on the tank if she isn't expecting me to break) but we are both very used to riding together and she trusts me. She sits quite happily leant over at 120 and doesn't bat an eyelid. New pillions will probably feel better holding onto you - just make sure they know to use the grab rail or tank under heavy breaking unless you fancy being winded - From experience it's not what you want!!! I've never found having a pillion lean back upsets the bike, its when they decide to shift their ar*e mid corner that causes an issue. So long as they can sit still, I think just let em sit how they feel most comfortable.