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Yes,Just as safe either way

45.14%

No,always feel safer solo

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I never feel safe

4.17%

If i wanted to feel safe,I'd take the car

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I can't believe I clicked on this Thread

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I feel safer riding 2 up

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2 up.....How Safe do you Feel?

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Mar 6, 2007 | 10:49 AM

#31

fmbeach

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From: Sarasota/Bradenton FL

RE: 2 up.....How Safe do you Feel?

Safer 2-up.

3 sets of eyes. Hers, mine and the pair in the back of my head. She does the waving and hand signals.

Mar 6, 2007 | 10:50 AM

#32

easyglider

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From: Logan, Ohio

RE: 2 up.....How Safe do you Feel?

I feel safe riding two up with my wife because she listened to me when we first started as to leaning and what to expect if she sees something happening in front.Basically if the passenger knows what to expect me to do in certain situations then I know what to expect of them.

Mar 6, 2007 | 10:53 AM

#33

sleepneagle

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RE: 2 up.....How Safe do you Feel?

I am always vigilant. too many drivers out there not tending to business.

Mar 6, 2007 | 11:14 AM

#34

sporty2003

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From: Desmoines, Iowa

RE: 2 up.....How Safe do you Feel?

i feel safe .just more careful with 2 up.and i do alot of 2up rideing.

Mar 6, 2007 | 11:29 AM

#35

allen.m

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From: Plano,TX

RE: 2 up.....How Safe do you Feel?

EXACTLY

Quote:

ORIGINAL: Mikeeeeeeeeee

Dont matter. I know that I do ride a little more cautious with my sweetie on the back.

Mar 6, 2007 | 11:58 AM

#36

Big Sled

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From: Montana & Arkansas

RE: 2 up.....How Safe do you Feel?

I feel less safe because it is less safe, so I just adjust accordingly and that helps. Problem is that riding is Zen... and one brain can tune right in with the bike, leans, stops, and all. Two brains don't always jibe.

The passenger has to absolutely follow the rules & courtesies or it is going to be a very short ride.

Mar 6, 2007 | 12:56 PM

#37

DMSC

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From: South Carolina

RE: 2 up.....How Safe do you Feel?

It's pretty much even for me. Having Paula on the back makes me ride slower and more cautious but, having her back there gives an extra set of really good eyes.

Mar 6, 2007 | 01:05 PM

#38

xxxflhrci

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RE: 2 up.....How Safe do you Feel?

Two-up doesn't bother me...

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