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At 9 she'll be fine. I started mine at 6. Just short rides. But get her a good helmet, armored jacket, gloves, and boots. At least I make mine wear all that.

And if something tragic were to happen and you both go down you don't want her strapped to you. She should ride on the back. If you have a sissy bar that is even better. I have my daughter hold on to that.

Just start on short trips and let her work her way up to longer trips as she likes it more.