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[Jerry/MD]

Ok, I need a few suggestions. My BSR has some nagging shoulder issues and finds climbing on my bike a bit challenging. All I can say is I'm glad I've had Motorcycle Armor film on the top of my saddlebags.

Right now we use the following for her: last on, first off. From what I have witnessed...that appears to be the norm. But, we have experimented with the opposite...and it works better for her...first on, last off. This way she doesn't have to mauever around me. Now, I make sure I'm there to hold and steady the bike...or give assistance. What do you think? Does this sound safe and reasonable...or do you have a better method? Thanks in advance for the help.

Jerry

[MIKEYTEE]

Either way works and we have done both. Do what is best for you, Damn what anybody thinks.
Mike
 

[dayne66]

Might wanna make use of the 'kick stand disc' a little more often, as the passenger, generally is not getting on in a 'ready' position.

[Midnight Rider]

I've seen it done both ways.  I guess it would depend on how big the BSR is, and how stout you are.  Getting the bike off the kickstand could be a problem, particularly if it's loaded up for a trip.  I'm not sure how much weight the kickstand can support...

I can certainly see where it would be easier for the BSR to get on first.  I just lean as far forward as possible and let mine put her left hand on my back/shoulder.

[HogBreath]

Have you tried letting her put her left foot on the left footrest, then stand up before swing her right foot over?

[fresh oil and pipes]

If you allow the BSR to mount the bike first then you mount turn the front tire/wheel to the curbside as far as it will go and the bike will almost stand up on its own. Whatever works the best is the right way for you so that you and the BSR both can enjoy the trip as trouble free as possible. Ok, Ok go ahead with the mount jokes I know they are coming but......................................... am a big boy and can take it.

[cvobiker]

All Depends,, i can remember a time when my BSR and to go to the bathroom, coming into a Shell Station she was off before i got the bike stoped    and then a mad sprint into the restroom -- funny as hell  

She was my 16 yr old niece.       

[JCZ]

Either way works and we have done both. Do what is best for you, Damn what anybody thinks.
Mike
 

Without reading any further, I agree with Mike!

I spent most of my life riding two up and I think I've experienced just about all of it......so just a couple tips to consider......

If you're going to get on first, as she swings her leg behind your backrest (assuming she gets on from the left....the low side), you can reach back with your right hand and just kind of cup the bottom back of her heel.  It's awkward for both of you at first but it will become normal for both of you if you keep doing it.

If she gets on first, there's two variations, depending on her height.  Assuming your parked on solid surface (the only time I'd let her get on first) and she's getting on from the left side (low side), if she's short.... she backs up to the bike and with her left foot, steps up on the passenger floorboard.  As her body rises, she's shifting her but back and down into the seat...then she swings her right foot over your backrest (usually folded forwarded).  If she's taller, she may not need to step up on the floor board....just back up to the bike and put her butt in the passenger seat and slide back, before swinging the right leg over.

One thing that she has to be careful of in this approach is to not lower her foot so low that she hits your tank or tank console.

Just experment and figure out what works for you two.  What ever it is, it'll probably feel awkward at first but you'll both adjust with repeation.

[1sharprdkg]

Ok, I need a few suggestions. My BSR has some nagging shoulder issues and finds climbing on my bike a bit challenging. All I can say is I'm glad I've had Motorcycle Armor film on the top of my saddlebags.

Right now we use the following for her: last on, first off. From what I have witnessed...that appears to be the norm. But, we have experimented with the opposite...and it works better for her...first on, last off. This way she doesn't have to mauever around me. Now, I make sure I'm there to hold and steady the bike...or give assistance. What do you think? Does this sound safe and reasonable...or do you have a better method? Thanks in advance for the help.

Jerry

We pretty much mount up as you described. Was the same procedure we used on the Road King. We have tried several methods on the SEUC all had mixed results, some better and worse for each of us. My BSR has a bad left knee that will be replaced on the 25th of Aug. so maybe things will be better for us after that heals. It works best when I ride mine and she rides her Road King.lol. I will admit the Ultra is a little harder even for me to get on. Could be an age thing in my case! It's worse when the Ultra is loaded for a trip and momma is on back, whew that sucker is heavy!!! 

[BUBBLEHEAD]

I've always had the passenger step on the floorboard then stand up on it while putting her front hand on my shoulder then just moving her other leg to the board on the other side, then to sit down.

She can board from either side so if it's her left shoulder thats hurting have her try this from the high side. That way she'll stand first on her rt leg using her rt hand on your shoulder for balance.

[2k]

My BSR likes standing on the floorboard and using me as a balance, puts her right leg across. Never tried from the high side.

[Jerry/MD]

If you allow the BSR to mount the bike first then you mount turn the front tire/wheel to the curbside as far as it will go and the bike will almost stand up on its own. Whatever works the best is the right way for you so that you and the BSR both can enjoy the trip as trouble free as possible. Ok, Ok go ahead with the mount jokes I know they are coming but......................................... am a big boy and can take it.

Great suggestion. I've heard of this trick and just keep forgetting.

Lots of good tips. Thanks for the feedback.

[Chains]

My BSR likes standing on the floorboard and using me as a balance, puts her right leg across. Never tried from the high side.

Same here, not fond of her mounting first, this works well for us.

[ultrafxr]

My BSR has a right knee that gives her trouble - cannot bend it very far.  So it is much easier for her to get on first and off last.  Never had any problem other that me having to get the bike off the sidestand.  Usually no problem but if on a leftward sloping incline then it can be a bit of a problem but nothing I cannot make work.

I definitely would advise against the BSR getting on from the high side.  That presents additional challenges as far as balance and leverage.  Much safer imo opinion from the low side.

[Barmats]

Some great ideas here. I've actually dropped my bike on the left side while my wife was getting on - she caught her foot on something and grabbed me as she fell to the left... and we all ended up going in that direction. I keep the kickstand down now until she's on and balanced.