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The first thing I'd say about riding double is:
is your passenger also new at this or experienced?
If they're new, make sure to talk about what's going to happen first.
(hold on this way/lean with me/a couple simple hand signals)
I prefer to back up the bike solo & then have my passenger get on.
Hold the front brake on while they're getting on. Makes it more stable.
Be more gentle with the gas/brakes/manuvering. Remember you take
longer to brake than normal. Make your passenger's first few rides short ones.
If they finish the ride happy/thrilled instead of scared, they'll want another ride soon!