View from the Pillion

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Some people are born to be riders, others passengers. When it comes to motorcycling, I am a passenger - happily going along for the ride. 

There are many articles about motorcycle riding, but very little about passengers and their point of view. 
This blog is from that perspective; my view point from the pillion seat. 

Ride along and enjoy the journey.

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