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9 year old passenger?....

Sher

Sher

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Was walking along western road yesterday afternoon...(London, Ontario) - UWO....and just at one of the main intersections along campus a mid 90s harley pulls up, and on the back of it is sitting a little girl...she couldn't have been more than 9 years old if at tops....a little concerned...

correct me if i was wrong but didn't the passenger-law change to passengers must be 14+? hope the guy n his daughter/neice got home safely, and someone was able to tip him off his passenger may be a little too young...?
 
Sher said:
Was walking along western road yesterday afternoon...(London, Ontario) - UWO....and just at one of the main intersections along campus a mid 90s harley pulls up, and on the back of it is sitting a little girl...she couldn't have been more than 9 years old if at tops....a little concerned...

correct me if i was wrong but didn't the passenger-law change to passengers must be 14+? hope the guy n his daughter/neice got home safely, and someone was able to tip him off his passenger may be a little too young...?
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I didn't think that the law had passed yet, but I could be wrong.
 
I don't think that law's in effect yet - so as long as she was properly geared up, no problem there.
 
I see no problem letting a 9 yr old on a bike as long as there are geared up and you ride responsibly!

I plan on taking my kids out a lot this summer, 9 and 11. I was on the back of a bike since I was 7 with my Dad!
 
I usually don't get my back up but I hate it when people stick their nose in my business.

My 9 year old son rides with me every once in a while through the back roads of Milton. My son enjoys the time we spend together as much as I enjoy his company.

If you have kids and don't feel right having them on the back, I'm OK with that. If you don't have kids but wouldn't ride with them on the back if you did, I'm OK with that too. To those that want to take away what is truly special quality time out of some sense of selfrighteousness, go f yourselves.

Thanks
 
homme de fer said:
I usually don't get my back up but I hate it when people stick their nose in my business.

My 9 year old son rides with me every once in a while through the back roads of Milton. My son enjoys the time we spend together as much as I enjoy his company.

If you have kids and don't feel right having them on the back, I'm OK with that. If you don't have kids but wouldn't ride with them on the back if you did, I'm OK with that too. To those that want to take away what is truly special quality time out of some sense of selfrighteousness, go f yourselves.

Thanks
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EXACTLTY!!!!

My 11 yr old is 5ft, I see many older people that tall on the back of bikes !!!!
 
Both my daughters 6 and 8, gear up, ride with me. They can safely hold on and can easily place their feet firmly on the pillion foot pegs.

We ride the back roads around halton. They both love it and I am happy to have this time with my daughters doing something we all enjoy.

They will continue to do so as well.

-----My 8 year old is learning to ride this summer-----
 
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general consensus then most think the law hasn't passed yet. Wasn't 100% sure, guess that clears the air. as for passenger's, my theory for passenger's is the one i was taught at centennial's course, if the passenger is able to follow rules well, won't get distracted n forget, and can safely keep themselves on the pegs, they're allowed to ride passenger.
 
how long before we're wrapped in plastic bubble wrap?

my daughter rode at a young age and now really enjoys it.
 
Sher, you sound like your heart's in the right place, but I think you might be overstepping a bit here.

It's a parent's right to decide how to raise their child, provided they don't break any laws. I've seen kids that young in powerboats, sailboats, canoes, etc., and no one bats an eye. Sure, they might be asked to wear a life jacket, but if they're strong swimmers and their parents are with them, would someone give them a hard time if they weren't?

Ditto for swimming pools, even though they remain a more likely child-killer than having a firearm in the house.

There's something about motorcycles that gets people's backs up. Is it because it looks like so much fun? Or is it easy to assume that the child's parent is an irressponsible "biker"? I'll admit the shorts are questionable, but I've seen parents bombing down city streets on bicycles, in traffic, with their kid in a little seat or one of those little bicycle trailers, wearing their t-shirt and baby shoes. Everyone thinks that's a nice day out on the bicycle with the young'n.

I reserve my judgement in these cases, unless I see really irresponsible behaviour. But out for a ride on a motorcycle...? Parents subject their kids to more dangerous things all the time, but they're just more socially acceptable.

I've seen some 9-year old hockey, soccer, and baseball games that I wouldn't want my kid anywhere near....

--- D
 
Sher said:
helmet, light jacket, and shorts...
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This is the only issue I have with passengers, regardless of age. THey should be adequately geared for the ride, be able to hold on, and have a clue about motorcycle safety. Shorts doesn't do it, for me. Neither does helemts that don't fit.

That being said, I have had my daughter on the back not wearing boots. Helmet, jacket, gloves and jeans but no boots. I realize I'm a bit of a hypocrite.
 
law hasnt passed yet, so like everyone says as long as she is geared up its all good. I have 3 boys aged 8, 6 and 2 and my 8 year old loves riding on the back. he can reach the pegs perfectly and has the gear, so on certain days i pick him up from his grandmas and take him home on the back which is less then 5 mins away.
Im weary of doing more then that, and not for the lack of my skill but for somebody plowing into me on a major road. he loves it though and is gettin into riding this summer.
 
greg88 said:
Both my daughters 6 and 8, gear up, ride with me. They can safely hold on and can easily place their feet firmly on the pillion foot pegs.

We ride the back roads around halton. They both love it and I am happy to have this time with my daughters doing something we all enjoy.

They will continue to do so as well.

-----My 8 year old is learning to ride this summer-----
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I'll take over in ten years so you can have a break, OK buddy?
 
homme de fer said:
If you have kids and don't feel right having them on the back, I'm OK with that. If you don't have kids but wouldn't ride with them on the back if you did, I'm OK with that too. To those that want to take away what is truly special quality time out of some sense of selfrighteousness, go f yourselves.

Thanks
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bloody well said.

My son is still a little too small, but he's going on the back when we're ready.
 
rureddy said:
I see no problem letting a 9 yr old on a bike as long as there are geared up and you ride responsibly!

I plan on taking my kids out a lot this summer, 9 and 11. I was on the back of a bike since I was 7 with my Dad!
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I think if you're responsible about it, and they're mature enough for it, all the power to ya.

Realistically, some 9 years will NOT be prepared (developed) enough to be on the back of a bike. Hell, I wouldn't even trust some teenagers on a bike lol.
On the other hand, I'm sure there are 8 years olds out there who are mature, alert, and responsible enough to do just fine.

Have fun and ride safe =)
 
I ride my 7 and 13 year old to gymnastics every day.

I know for sure the law has not been passed yet.
 
My son is 9 years old as well and we both really enjoy getting out on the bike together.
I actually bought him a womens plain black XS powertrip jacket because all the kids gear that I have seen is subpar and over priced. Much better armour and fabrics used in the adult gear. He's big so it fits him fine.
I rode with friends and family as a kid starting around 6 or 7 years old. I think it's more geared to the individual child as to their understanding of what is expected of them when they are a passenger on the back of the bike. And don't take them out when they're tired, due for a nap or getting close to bed time because with the fresh air blowing in their face; your just asking for trouble.
We don't need another law to rob sensible riders and their child passengers from the enjoyment of motorcycling. As with anything in life, there will always be bad examples but they are few in comparison to the many whom train and properly gear up their young passengers. It would be ridiculous if the law does go through.
 
She's not your daughter so butt out. Unless a parent is obviously abusing his/her child, it's none of your friggin' business.
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