It goes without saying that everyone wants to ensure they are comfortable, safe and secure when riding a motorcycle or scooter and those same objectives should be just as pertinent for pillions as they are for riders.

There are motorbike accessories that can be employed to ensure the passenger’s comfort and stability requirements are met and one that immediately presents itself is the motorcycle sissybar backrest.

What is a Motorcycle Sissybar Backrest?

A Motorcycle sissybar backrest is a pillion support that provides a relaxed and secure feeling for the passenger throughout rides.

They fit to the rear of the motorbike or scooter with a metal frame and feature a cushion that allows the pillion to lean back and gain a comfortable riding position.

Why Use A Motorcycle Sissybar Backrest?

While many motorcycle riders often look for ways to increase their own comfort and safety on board their bike, the sissybar backrest presents the opportunity to do the same for their pillion.

The cushion increases comfort while the backrest generally adds stability and a sense of security by supporting the passenger when they recline. This removes the need for them to put serious effort into holding on to the rider or grab rails and allows them to sit back, relax and enjoy the ride.

SHAD’s backrest and sissybar serves a secondary purpose when combined with a sissybar top box adapter. This allows their rear cases to be mounted to the rear of scooters that do not have a dedicated top box fitting kit.

Why A Sissybar Backrest Is Better Than Its Alternatives

From using a top box backrest to holding onto the rider or grab rails, there are a number of ways for scooter pillions to secure themselves, but none can really compete with the sissybar backrest.

It provides your companion with the confidence that they can safely lean back and remain secure aboard the bike without having to worry about falling backwards when braking or having to strain themselves holding on.

The sissybar is also a full backrest and covers a larger area of the back in comparison to the smaller cushion pads that make up the top box backrests, simply offering a higher degree of comfort.