"Motorcycle Strap Keeps Riders Safe"

[daveinva]

http://detnews.com/article/20110901...orcycle-strap-keeps-riders-safe#ixzz1WohASuA5



Yes, I can see how it can keep the rider safe-- it gives them something soft on their back to cushion their fall! :yikes:

(Note: I'm cool with those harnesses you can wear to give your passenger an extra hand-hold... but strapping in a passenger??)

 

[ARtraveler]

I think I am going to pass on that option.

Note that they do not appear to be following the ATGATT. No helmets, riding boots, gloves, exposed bare skin. I know, its probably just to show the harness against the t-shirts--BUT--in real life--they should have safety gear.

Now to the harness itself--It will keep the passenger close to the rider---but I am sure that in a collision or accident--both will be ejected together--not a great scene to contemplate.

Grab rails, sissy bars, and large backrests, are better items to keep the passenger on the bike. Motions that cause the passenger to lean etc. should be kept at a minimun during the early stages.

I have seen so many people dressed like that and screaming past me on a sport bike--that it puts a lump in my throat to contemplate what may happen if they had to stop quick. Even with the harness--I don't think the outcome would be great.

 

[daveinva]

Yeah, I gave the benefit of the doubt that they weren't wearing gear just to better show off the harness...