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Yes.
Yes. The passenger’s mass and position can change the centre of gravity of the motorcycle and its occupants, even if the passenger weighs less than the rider. Balance and the motorcycle’s response also change. Observe the manufacturer’s load limits and adapt your riding: allow more margin for braking and accelerating and assess any overtake carefully. The specific effect depends on load, position, the motorcycle and conditions; there is no fixed, inevitable increase in the distance of every overtake.
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No, the engine is designed to carry a passenger.
Yes, but only if the passenger's weight is greater than the rider's.
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