Took a pillion for the 1st time... - SV650.org

02-08-06, 08:40 AM

OK so last night I took the plunge and took my girlfriend pillion for the 1st time. It seemed wierd at 1st especially when she decided to move around just as the bike was coming to a stop! Anyway when we got back she said she loved it and wants to go out again tonight!

I borrowed my bro's spare helmet but youve guessed it... she wants her own helmet in PINK! Anyone know whos does pink helmets?

I also noticed that the gearbox seemed more clunky on changes than normal, the oil has been changed about 1500 miles ago, any ideas???

Sorry if this post is a bit pointless I'm just well chuffed that we didnt have any major incidents!

02-08-06, 08:42 AM

Still have to steal someone to test taking a pillion

02-08-06, 08:48 AM

get a solo seat cowl and tell them to get there own bike

02-08-06, 08:55 AM

No, a good post as its something I think that preys on peoples minds before they try it and its really not too bad is it? Certainly worried me as Im tip toe so never especially stable at stops. I found the bike settled nicely with a pillion. Some are good tho and some awful.

Now post when youve fallen off with your pillion. I did twice...one immediately after the other because I had not told her I was ready when she jumped aboard just after being deposited in the gutter the first time (bad camber and she shifted her weight).

02-08-06, 08:57 AM

I actually find tipping the bike into corners easier with a pillion. With my regular pillion the bike actually feels more stable.

Admittedly filtering is an ****, but you can't have everything.

SoulKiss · 02-08-06, 08:58 AM

Just thought of that

The missus might want to hop on back

Which would be most comfortable for her - and if it makes any difference, for me?

David

02-08-06, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by andyb

I also noticed that the gearbox seemed more clunky on changes than normal, the oil has been changed about 1500 miles ago, any ideas???

Did you increase the preload on the rear shock?

If not then the suspection might have "squashed" more than usual and the chain become a bit tighter that it otherwise would.

fizzwheel · 02-08-06, 09:54 AM

Have a look at the Suomy range of helmets. I think they do some more feminine designs so you might be able to find something that she likes from them.

Another good tip is to get some stuff called "Triboseat" and put that on your pillion seat. Stops your pillion sliding into you under braking and squashing your knackers against the fuel tank.

I think that some people wind the preload up on the rear shock. I tend to find a couple of extra PSI in the rear tyre helps to.

02-08-06, 10:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fizzwheel

Have a look at the Suomy range of helmets. I think they do some more feminine designs so you might be able to find something that she likes from them.

Another good tip is to get some stuff called "Triboseat" and put that on your pillion seat. Stops your pillion sliding into you under braking and squashing your knackers against the fuel tank.

I think that some people wind the preload up on the rear shock. I tend to find a couple of extra PSI in the rear tyre helps to.

The tribo seat is excellent highly recommend that

02-08-06, 10:10 AM

I used to dread taking pillions on the SV, never felt good in corners and always felt like it would lowside at any moment, was probably just me though. But I love it now on my new bike (I will resist saying the name) and now I really chuck it into corners. Plus it wheelies everywhere witha pillion which is not so good for the chain.

02-08-06, 08:40 AM	#1
andyb Guest Posts: n/a	Took a pillion for the 1st time... OK so last night I took the plunge and took my girlfriend pillion for the 1st time. It seemed wierd at 1st especially when she decided to move around just as the bike was coming to a stop! Anyway when we got back she said she loved it and wants to go out again tonight! I borrowed my bro's spare helmet but youve guessed it... she wants her own helmet in PINK! Anyone know whos does pink helmets? I also noticed that the gearbox seemed more clunky on changes than normal, the oil has been changed about 1500 miles ago, any ideas??? Sorry if this post is a bit pointless I'm just well chuffed that we didnt have any major incidents!

02-08-06, 08:58 AM	#6
SoulKiss Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Sunny Croydonia Posts: 6,124	Best for Pillion - Pointy or Curvy? Just thought of that The missus might want to hop on back Which would be most comfortable for her - and if it makes any difference, for me? David

02-08-06, 09:54 AM	#8
fizzwheel Super Moderator Mega Poster Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Somerset Posts: 3,614	Have a look at the Suomy range of helmets. I think they do some more feminine designs so you might be able to find something that she likes from them. Another good tip is to get some stuff called "Triboseat" and put that on your pillion seat. Stops your pillion sliding into you under braking and squashing your knackers against the fuel tank. I think that some people wind the preload up on the rear shock. I tend to find a couple of extra PSI in the rear tyre helps to. __________________ Look Dave, I can see you're really upset about this. I honestly think you ought to sit down calmly, take a stress pill, and think things over. K5 GSXR 750 Anniversary Edition

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02-08-06, 08:42 AM	#2
Abyss Guest Posts: n/a	Still have to steal someone to test taking a pillion

02-08-06, 08:48 AM	#3
kwak zzr Guest Posts: n/a	get a solo seat cowl and tell them to get there own bike

02-08-06, 08:55 AM	#4
the white rabbit Guest Posts: n/a	No, a good post as its something I think that preys on peoples minds before they try it and its really not too bad is it? Certainly worried me as Im tip toe so never especially stable at stops. I found the bike settled nicely with a pillion. Some are good tho and some awful. Now post when youve fallen off with your pillion. I did twice...one immediately after the other because I had not told her I was ready when she jumped aboard just after being deposited in the gutter the first time (bad camber and she shifted her weight).

02-08-06, 08:57 AM	#5
Davido Guest Posts: n/a	I actually find tipping the bike into corners easier with a pillion. With my regular pillion the bike actually feels more stable. Admittedly filtering is an ****, but you can't have everything.

02-08-06, 10:10 AM	#10
DanAbnormal Guest Posts: n/a	I used to dread taking pillions on the SV, never felt good in corners and always felt like it would lowside at any moment, was probably just me though. But I love it now on my new bike (I will resist saying the name) and now I really chuck it into corners. Plus it wheelies everywhere witha pillion which is not so good for the chain.