[sliCK1]

Lately i've been siked about learning how to ride a bike. It's been my hobby reading up and researching for a few months now. I studied the manual for DMV and i was planning on getting my permit then taking some MSF courses. Starting out with a small beginners bike. I want to learn how to ride a bike and own my own motorcycle. but now that i mentioned it to my parents... they're so against it. They strongly protested against it. i can understand about them worrying about me, and how its dangerous and all. but i know i'm not going to be a stupid about it. yes i know its dangerous and sometimes unexpected things happen. they don't want to lose me or see me die from it. they've heard of people who died in motorcycle accidents. who hasn't? theres car accidents too.

what are you thoughts about this guys? [/b]

 

[sliCK1]

cmon guys.... atleast some response?

 

[Gixxerdale]

You are the one that will live with the end result, the parents and the riding. If you are over 18 then the choice is yours. If not well, try ease them into by starting small, like a trail bike, then the street. Most fun hobbies are dangerous. It's upto the participants to accept the risk or pass. I commute in LA traffic everyday. :roll: That's far worse than riding a street bike on the weekends!

Bottom line is do what you feel is right for you. Can't always live your life for others. Well actually you could, but you would be miserable!

Good luck!

 

[tjtoo]

Mine were the same way. I had to wait until I got my own place, and they still hate the idea. They were mad the first day, but after that they figured out there wasn't anything they could do.

TjToo

 

[stevie c]

I think that after you have come home with all your limbs still intact for a while they will get used to the idea. 8)

 

[Clint]

The best plan is to teach them about the risk factors (drinking, lack of proper gear, lack of training) and how you'll avoid them. Explain that a responsible, well protected rider has an immensely smaller risk of injury or death than the general riding population. Present your plan to be a safe rider.

Oh, and it's "psyched". :wink:

 

[87gsxrnut]

I commute in LA traffic everyday.

Damn, there ain't much worse riding than that!

My mom was dead set against it years and years ago. Well, I race w/the AFM now, and she is my biggest fan. That is AFTER having to take me to the hospital after crashing and helping me scrape my bike off the pavement a few times when I was a squidly kid.

Once they accept the fact, you will be surprised how supportive they can be.

- Nut

 

[Uncle Bob]

If you're underage, you just have to be patient while trying to convince them that you're approaching this from a responsable angle.

If you're of legal age then you should try the same approach but being a little firmer ( being of legal age is one thing, alienating your family or being thrown out of the family home is another ).

Just realise that they are only worried about your well being and stories of M/C rides gone wrong are plenty. The type of bike might also affect their willingness, if you have posters of racers on gixxers knee dragging on your walls you aren't helping the situation any.

Maybe starting on a scooter might help, for some reason scooters are considered differently than motorcycles yet it's the same two wheels with an engine vehicle.

 

[vol01jim]

Well.. let me say what you probably don't want to hear. Your parents have alot invested in you. If you're still under age (18) and college bound, they have a way to go on that investment. My brother for example, bought a bike in college and when my dad found out, he made him sell it or quit school. Now, my brother was a capable guy who later became a pilot and rides sportsbike even now. I didn't start riding until I had 20years of driving experience under my belt. Your path may be different, but the point I'm trying to make is.. How to set a pace towards riding that brings you safely to the sport, builds confidence from your loved ones overtime and keeps you on track with your priorities for your life before you? Would your dad take up this hobby with you? ( kinda like the buddy system in diving) What ideas or plan towards this hobby could they suggest for that WIN WIN direction? Life is dangerous, sports are dangerous, hobbies , giving blood and even raising children can filled with DANGER!

Remind your folks about the story where the father and son flew across the sky with feather glued to their arms and the son flys to close to the sun and the wax melts and look out below.. Crash etc. well the father took the middle path and survived, BUT he was still flying, even though his mother told him " NO FEATHERS SON!" Consider the middle path my friend. :wink:

 

[kyro2000]

if possible try and get them to learn with you. Also I have noticed a few people that when the get their parents on a bike they themsevles fall in love with them.

Best of luck to you.

 

[NomadTurk]

Hello Buddy...

De Javu (misspelled).

My parents acted the same way and still acting the same way.

BUT, I bought my bike, took the MSF course, and I never told them.

They don't know that I have a bike. I don't know if it was a good decision. Becuase what if something happens to me and I open my eyes in the hospital and surely see my parents. Very Very disappointing. I love my parents to death and respect them.

On the other hand, I believe if something is going to happen, it will happen no matter what. However, I don't do crazy stuff by trusting the previous statement of mine. I take my precautions and I ride safe.

My Girlfriend on the other hand, lightened up and she is OK with me having a bike.

My suggesting is for you buddy is to have your parents grace first especially if you are living with them. As the most loving and caring people on the face of the earth for you, as the provider for all your life, they do deserve this...

I know I haven't done that, but I know it would be the right thing to do...