Proper passenger attire?

Newcastle, WA?
A poncho or Outback duster and and umbrella would work most of the year. lol
All seriousness aside: Except for the required helmet, there is no specific ruling on sidecar or motorcycle passenger attire. Common sense must prevail depending on weather conditions and predictions. Eye protection should always be used. Clothing to suit the weather expected with thought to sun and wind (or worse).
There can be many mini climate conditions in the Puget Sound convergence area and inclement weather can come at you pretty fast after a clear morning startoff.
The nice thing about a sidecar rig is that weather protective clothing can be at your fingertips if one has planned ahead.
I keep all weather apparel in my bags or trunk at all times. Rain gear, muffler, light gloves, gauntlet gloves, leather helmet, bandanas, extra hoody, extra sunglasses, laprobe. That way there are no surprises that can't be overcome quickly.
I used to carry a wintertime mickey of Schnapps for a quick warmup but that's frowned upon these days.

Lonnie
Northwest Sidecars

Originally written by Hack'n on 7/28/2008 1:49 PM

I used to carry a wintertime mickey of Schnapps for a quick warmup but that's frowned upon these days.

Lonnie
Northwest Sidecars

I still carry my flask. I just make sure it's sealed till the riding is done.
Mike

Jake,

I guess it really depends on passenger... i would'nt want to see my neighbor's dog in a swimsuit..but the 24 year old model daughter of their's would be nice....but i wouldn't be able to keep my eyes on the road. In reality though, I think what ever you passenger is comfy in is just fine. Go out and have fun riding(baring any of those silly laws you have to be serious about). Ed.

The laws vary from state to state. Helmet is mentioned in Texas law regarding a sidecar, but no seatbelt or such. Nothing mentioned for sidecar as to any child seat or such, either.

My dog has a helmet and soft mesh Doggles that he frequently wears, but I usually just ride with him and no human passengers. Murph picked up a Russian hat today, but it seems a tad bit large for him. 🙂 That is an accessory that any good russian bike like my Ural would have to have on hand.

I'd say to keep some weather gear available for the hack monkey. A light jacket or such for any cool weather. Extra goggles and maybe some gloves could be handy for them as well.

.......Now, someone has me thinking of getting Murph a swim suit. Ahhhhhh!
🙂

Dog in a soviet hat - cute!

You think the dog was cute in the russian hat, you should have seen my wife's eyes when I walked into the bedroom this morning, buck naked, 'cept for that hat. I had a job interview to go to and wanted her personal intake on the appropriateness of my attire and if it was being too overdressed for the interview. She thought I needed to add a scarf and some goggles, but you know how women and fashion are. I opted to go more conservative and ditch the hat. 🙂

Well, maybe it is just a good thing you didn't see me afterall. I would not want to be the reason for you going blind. he,he,he... 🙂

the road treats all riders the same. Scooter, sidecar, moto, driver and passenger, everybody gets abraded sliding down the tarmac. You and your passenger should wear safety gear designed for riding. Helmet, gloves, eye protection, boots, long pants, long sleeves minimum. But it is more or less a free country so whatever you feel is appropriate probably is, with a nod to local regulations.

Originally written by Pat Huey on 7/29/2008 3:23 PM

You think the dog was cute in the russian hat, you should have seen my wife's eyes when I walked into the bedroom this morning, buck naked, 'cept for that hat. I had a job interview to go to and wanted her personal intake on the appropriateness of my attire and if it was being too overdressed for the interview. She thought I needed to add a scarf and some goggles, but you know how women and fashion are. I opted to go more conservative and ditch the hat. 🙂

Well, maybe it is just a good thing you didn't see me afterall. I would not want to be the reason for you going blind. he,he,he... 🙂

Hello Pat,
all my 3 Erich Honecker felt hats (5 marks each) were used up to make machine's bedway cleaners before I got a good supply for felt. I hadn't a Ivan hat for 20 years since emigration. They are good in winter and the iron reserve (nowerdays: 12(18) year old "Flor de Caña"- rum) is always Pa's little helper AFTER a long drive.
Try "Grog" in winter with the long track ski in the sidecar as dingy.
Best regards
Sven

Yup, that's me for sure. 🙂