QuestionI would like to take my grandaughter out on my bike but I am not sure about her age/size. Are there any laws governing the age or size of a pillion rider in the UK?
AnswerHello Ian.
The minimum recommended age for a pillion passenger is around 7yrs old.
Although there is currently no minimum legal age for a person to ride pillion, it is strongly advised that they have parental consent, wear a properly fitting and specially designed helmet and are able to reach the foot rests comfortable and without stretching. There are no child seats for motorcycles as you would find for a pedal cycle.
The following information is a set of guidelines from the police motorcycle training team:
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In order to carry a passenger on a motorcycle,
a motor bike must be equipped with suitable supports or rests for the feet of the pillion passenger;
pillion passengers must be capable of sitting astride a proper seat securely fixed to the motorcycle;
a pillion passenger must wear a suitably constructed safety helmet;
and the decision to carry a passenger remains with the rider, who is legally responsible for ensuring that the passenger is safely supported.
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I hope this information helps you.
