Motorcycle Pillion Passenger Safety – Grab Handles

Have you ever been on the back of a motorcycle and felt insecure or scared?

If the motorcycle was not manufactured with grab handles fitted below the seat, the passenger usually is required to hold onto the rider’s jacket. This is not only unsafe as the passenger could lose grip, it also feels unsafe for the pillion passenger.

Being Unsafe Vs Feeling Unsafe

If the motorcycle is a Sports Bike then it usually has grab handles below the pillion seat, however holding on directly below you, does not feel as secure as holding on in front of you as the bike accelerates.

Haul N Ride would like to show you a clever and very affordable solution…

Introducing Motorcycle Pillion Safety Grab Handles

I will begin with the cheapest available.

American Classic Motors Pillion Grab Handles

The American Classic Motors Pillion Grab Handles Safety Belt provides that extra level of safety and comfort that enables your pillion passenger to relax and enjoy the ride.

Pros

• Pillion Feeling of Security
• Safer Grip for the Pillion Passenger
• Fully Adjustable
• Portable, can store in Saddle Bag/Panniers
• Passenger Doesn’t have to Feel Uncomfortable Putting Hands on Rider’s Waist

Cons

I believe this style allows “Pull Apart Stress” on the buckle. The buckle may be a bit lightweight for these stresses.

However, the Grab Handles create a feeling of security and provide a better grip than trying to hold onto the rider’s jacket, and therefore are an improvement in pillion passenger safety.

I am glad there are alternative styles that although they a bit more expensive, their design transfers the “Pull Apart Stress” away from the buckle.

Allow me to explain. In the above Pillion Handles, the buckle is located at the rider’s stomach. The “Pulling Apart Stress” from the passenger will be adding tension to pull the buckle apart.

The following style moves this tension to the rider’s back, protecting the buckle from the “Pull Apart Stress”.

ROBUST Motorcycle Buddy Pillion Love Handles

Pros

• Pillion Feeling of Security
• Safer Grip for the Pillion Passenger
• Fully Adjustable
• Portable, can store in Saddle Bag/Panniers
• Buckle at Rear of Rider for “Pull Apart Stress” Transfer
• Passenger Doesn’t have to Feel Uncomfortable Putting Hands on Rider’s Waist

Cons

• More Expensive than American Classic Motors due to Better Quality

What about the Children?

Kid’s Motorcycle Pillion Handles

I like this design because the stress is not placed on the buckle at the rider’s stomach.

I also like this product because it does not require the child to hang on with their hands and the child has handles to grab if they want. The child’s shoulders are secured into a harness for extra safety.

Pros

• Pillion Feeling of Security
• Safer Grip for the Pillion Passenger
• Fully Adjustable
• Portable, can store in Saddle Bag/Panniers
• Buckle not Located at Rider’s Stomach for “Pull Apart Stress” Transfer
• Does Not Rely Solely on the Child Hanging On
• Added Security of Pillion Shoulder Straps
• Passenger Doesn’t have to Feel Uncomfortable Putting Hands on Rider’s Waist

Cons

Suitable for children only. (would be too low for adult shoulders).

And now for the Haul N Ride Favorite Pick.

Oxford Motorcycle Pillion Grip Love Handles

With the comfortable wider band and stomach pad for the rider, location of the buckle to remove “pull apart stress”, and comfortable pillion grips, this receives the ……

Haul N Ride Rating of “The Best One Available”.

Pros

• Pillion Feeling of Security
• Safer Grip for the Pillion Passenger
• Fully Adjustable
• Portable, can store in Saddle Bag/Panniers
• Buckle at Side of Rider for “Pull Apart Stress” Transfer
• Cheaper than the ROBUST Buddy
• Passenger Doesn’t have to Feel Uncomfortable Putting Hands on Rider’s Waist

Cons

Sorry, I cannot think of any. This product is awesome.

There are a variety of types and brands available. Grab some Grab Handles for your Saddlebag. Then you will have it when you need it.

Oxford Motorcycle Pillion Grips – Love Handles

When you choose Oxford Essential Rider Equipment you get a product that is tried, tested & guaranteed to provide quality & durability.

ROBUST Motorcycle Buddy – Pillion Grip Love Handles

The rider can wear the torso-pad on either the front or back, allowing a more comfortable and secure pillion riding.

Carrying a Pillion Passenger – Safely and Responsibly

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