Which of the following is NOT necessary equipment to carry a passenger?

• A. A helmet
• B. Passenger hand grips
• C. Passenger seat
• D. Passenger foot pegs

Answer: (A)

The key idea is what equipment is built into the motorcycle to safely carry a passenger versus what a rider must wear. A passenger needs a seat to sit on, foot pegs for their feet, and hand grips to hold onto for balance and stability. These are components of the bike itself and are considered necessary for carrying a passenger.

A helmet, while mandatory for both rider and passenger under Alberta law, is not something the motorcycle provides or requires to carry a passenger. It’s personal protective gear worn by the people riding, not part of the bike’s equipment. So the item that isn’t necessary equipment on the bike to carry a passenger is the helmet.