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Post by Wendy Witch on Apr 15, 2015 17:05:22 GMT 10
Well my wee man and I have been getting some practice time in ready for the AGM.
Me - newly off my P's and new to having a Pillion.
We man - new to being a Pillion but almost always being the first to sleep in the car.
We have done some short runs and my wee man is so comfortable he falls asleep. Frankly this is freaking me out a bit. I worried sick he will fall off.
Any advise please.
Wendy Witch xx
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Post by Croc on Apr 15, 2015 17:19:53 GMT 10
I do not know how big he is,but you can use a long belt and strap him to you.I have done this in the past.
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Post by Wendy Witch on Apr 15, 2015 18:31:08 GMT 10
I do not know how big he is,but you can use a long belt and strap him to you.I have done this in the past. Opps - he is a slight 14 year old about my height. Sent from my SM-N9007 using proboards |
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Post by Azza ( AB ) on Apr 15, 2015 18:45:01 GMT 10
Hi Wendy, not having a good air flow through the helmet can cause drowsyness due to a build up off carbon dioxide this is more common in cool climates because of the use of neck warmers and the like.
Azza
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Post by Wendy Witch on Apr 15, 2015 18:56:23 GMT 10
Hi Wendy, not having a good air flow through the helmet can cause drowsyness due to a build up off carbon dioxide this is more common in cool climates because of the use of neck warmers and the like. Azza Thanks Azza. He hasn't been wearing one but I'll check and open up his vents all the same. Hadn't thought of airflow. Sent from my SM-N9007 using proboards |
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Post by Langers on Apr 15, 2015 19:04:49 GMT 10
Hi Wendy,
Perhaps a helmet intercom to chat and keep him awake and when he appears to be dozing off, stop and have him do some exercises. You DO NOT want to be fighting the bike and a pillion to stay upright and safe - not good with 40 years experience let alone 5 years, no matter how good you are. Personally I'd speak to my GP and ask if caffeine or whatever might help.
Cheers ... Mark
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2015 19:33:56 GMT 10
Put some side tests on . Can buy them .
Few good ideas there . . Reckon intercom may be the go . Keep you on your toes as well . lol
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Post by Langers on Apr 15, 2015 23:09:28 GMT 10
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Post by Wendy Witch on Apr 16, 2015 6:47:55 GMT 10
Thanks Mark We have those. Someone did suggest to check the airflow on his helmet. I'll make sure to set all the vents open.
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Post by LooseWheel on Apr 16, 2015 19:09:34 GMT 10
Use a Velcro belt hey! What about a custom made arm rests? Like the Goldwing rear seats. Could make one. Something that slips over the sissy bag seat rest maybe? Getting inventive now. I occasionally suffer from sleepy pillion syndrome lol. But last time it happened she did stay on the back. I knew she was there as her helmet was leaning on my backpack lol. Music is good too, in the helmet. Hope you find something that helps.
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Post by Wendy Witch on Apr 16, 2015 20:28:27 GMT 10
Thanks Louisa.
I will make sure his vents are open and I think cooler clothing. He may have been over dressed and too warm. I'll think on the arm chair idea.
Cheers WWxx
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Post by Spanner107 on Apr 17, 2015 7:09:59 GMT 10
Hi Wendy. My pillion always has a bit of a nap now and then, Make sure he gets a good nights sleep before you set off in the mornings and don't make things to comfy for him and he should be right. If all fails tie a piece of string to the back rest and his helment so if his head drops as he doses the jerk will awake him. Ps, try to break the ride a little more often than usual that will keep him alert.
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Post by Wendy Witch on Apr 17, 2015 18:07:22 GMT 10
Thanks Spanner,
After much research I have found an idea for arm rests. I am looking to bulk up the sides.
I have also considered that he may have been too warm so I will strip out the lining of his jacket unless it is really needed.
Cheers WWxx
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Post by Croc on Apr 17, 2015 21:30:43 GMT 10
Maybe go to a Chemist and get some No Dose tablets
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Post by Wendy Witch on Apr 18, 2015 19:56:45 GMT 10
Thanks Croc
I'm not going to drug up my 14 year old lol but I have some other ideas to work on.
Cheers WW xx
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