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" Bitch seat" is vulgar American motorcycle slang for the pillion, as is "riding Bitch " instead of "riding pillion." While used presently for both men and women, these terms come from antiquated notions about both gender roles and motorcycling in general. Before carrying a pillion passenger on a motorbike, it is advisable to alter the suspension and adjust the headlight as the extra weight towards the back will tip the motorcycle backwards. A passenger will alter the handling characteristics of the vehicle, reducing stability at low speed as well as reducing the bike's braking and acceleration capacities. To carry a pillion passenger in the United States or United Kingdom , one must hold a full Motorcycle or Moped License , and there must also be a proper seat and foot pegs for the passenger. Pillion-riding is associated with terrorist or criminal attacks in some South Asian countries. In Pakistan , for instance, pillion riding is often banned by local authorities around sensitive times, such as the Ashura commemoration, when there have been violent attacks on worshippers. EXTERNAL LINKS AND REFERENCES
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