Assuming it's legal, it's safe when they can solidly reach the passenger pegs. A buddy belt, childs riding belt etc. is quite handy to give them something to hold on to.
This MCN PDF covers some tips about riding with kids:
http://www.mcnews.com/mcn/proficient_motor/Proficient_10031.pdf
This MCN PDF covers some tips about riding with kids:
http://www.mcnews.com/mcn/proficient_motor/Proficient_10031.pdf