pillion

Behind the driver

A pillion is a seat behind the main saddle on a horse or motorcycle, designed for a second rider.

The passenger riding there is also called a pillion or rides pillion: She rode pillion on his motorbike.

The term appears most often in British English.

passenger

companion

One who keeps company

  • riderOne who mounts transport
  • helmetProtective head covering
  • leanLacking fat; incline

balance · trust · communication · footpeg · backrest · touring · journey · first-time · nervous · experienced

motorcycle

backrest

Vertical chair support

rider · saddlebag · touring · cruiser · sportbike · biker · mount · dismount · balance · strap

equestrian

saddle

Mounted rider's seat

  • padCushioned writing surface
  • cushionStuffed fabric for comfort
  • horseDomesticated riding animal

mount · rider · behind · servant · lady · sidesaddle · cantle · crupper · blanket · medieval

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vehicle position/role

pilliondriver's seat

Vehicle operator's position

driver · rider · front seat · operator · saddle

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