I'm 14 1/2 (& a girl..) and I really want to get into motocross. I've done my research and decided that a good bike would be Honda CR85 Expert (since i'd be a beginner..)
we have a mini bike, and my mom doesn't even want me to use that.
whats a good way to convince her? I mean, its a DREAM of mine to do motocross. and i can't do it without her onboard.
2007-10-16 11:03:29 · 17 answers · asked by tackangel13 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
from a parent's perspective (a dad here of a 23 y/o son & 21 y/o daughter)...
more than likely, your mom has your best interest in mind, not just trying to be mean to you... is her reasoning for not wanting you to ride that of fear for your safety (valid point) and / or the cost of getting involved (another valid point)???
my mother said NO WAY (years ago) ... but with my attitude and efforts showing I was willing to work to help with the cost, kept my grades up, asked if I could do additional chores around the house (washing dishes, mowing, yard work, housecleaning, etc.) ... over time she noticed and asked why I was being so helpful... my response was I am willing to help out around the house to prove I really do want to do something SPECIALl to me (not just have a spoiled brat attitude and pout) ... she eventually gave in to letting me get a bike (which I paid for on my own) but stood her ground when it came to racing ... after play riding a while, and getting my dad involved he saw that I had a lot of potential and helped me talk mom into racing MX. I brought home a 3rd place trophy from my first race (out of 36 on the line both motos) ... she was very proud and then understood better on having "a passion" for something where you really put forth an effort for something you want....
good luck!!! and feel free to have your mom email me if she would like more pro's than con's (other than it's dangerous and costs money :-) ) from a responsible parent with 2 kids (okay, grown up kids, but always will be kids to me) that both love riding off road bikes ....
2007-10-16 12:03:44 · answer #1 · answered by pmk 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
well I wish you the best of luck. My daughters are 9 and 7 and both ride, as well does my son who is 3, they ride a CRF50. I thinkit is great. We are planning on getting our 9 year old daugter the CRF80, this spring.
I think you should ask your Mom why she doesn't want you to ride. Is just scared that you will get hurt? Did she ride before and get hurt? Or does she just not know what it feels like to ride?
Are you sure the CR85 is the right bike for you though. Depending on your height, I might advise with the CRF100, it is a 4 stroke and maybe a better beginner bike for you.
2007-10-16 17:24:28 · answer #2 · answered by brandy h 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you have any adult family members that ride?
If so, see if your mom would be willing to let you ride with them.
Racing isn't just hopping on and whipping it over jumps - it requires lots of saddle time learning the basics - and a committed adult that knows motorcycles, has a way to transport you and your bike to the races, and has the know-how to keep your bike running and well maintained.
So, even if you can get your mom to allow you to ride, you'd still need another adult who can do the rest of it for you (unless your mom is a real MX maniac, and would love to go to the races with you).
If you don't have any responsible adults that ride and that can take you to the track, take care of the bike, and make sure you know the basics, then you're sort of stuck.
2007-10-16 13:42:31 · answer #3 · answered by ducatisti 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your mom is afraid that you might get hurt, then that's where you need to do all the convincing - put it into relation and show her that every other sport is also dangerous in its own way. Maybe show her some of the gear that protects you when you crash, tell her that you're glad she's worried about you but that you can handle it and that you are going to take it nice and slow at first. And make sure she understands that this is really what you want to do and that it is a dream you want to make come true! Good luck
2007-10-16 11:57:28 · answer #4 · answered by Daniel 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The best way is to take what is called the MSF course. Rather than trying to talk to mom about riding the bike instead focus on safety and taking the msf course. (Check the net for locations)
Once you pass the course they give you a certificate you take to dmv to be able to ride even on the streets.
Once your mom sees you have passed that course and are responsible and focused on safety you should get the bike with her permission.
Mom's just looking out for your safety so show her your mind is in the same place. :-)
2007-10-20 07:53:22 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Im a DAD 2 kids.. & what swayed me to let my son ride street luge.. no brakes & 120KPH down hill....
he came to me & explained that if he died in two years time by being run over by a bus... the only thing he would regret is not having done stuff because he may have been hurt...
sure he could get hurt doing street luge... but at least it would be his desision & he would take responsiblity for his actions.
If you make the wrong decision then you have to take the resposibility... but its better than never having lived...
Live fast.. die young ... leave a good looking corpse..
I lived by that motto & my kids are too...
Im now 51 & still riding bikes.. my son is 29 & still riding LUGE.. & my daughter is 30 & still into Gymnastics..
2007-10-16 12:16:08 · answer #6 · answered by mn 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
since you are 14 I don't think there is a way to convince her if she has her mine made up. You can save up the money to get one and show her you mean it, but even then she could saw no. Also since you are 14 you really cant do anything without a waiver signed by a legal guardian.
2007-10-16 11:59:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
SUFI said it best. EARN the money. Show that you're responsible (and that you WANT IT bad enough to work your *** off).
When I was 6 or 7 years old, I wanted to play ice hockey. But I had to wait until I was old enough to lie about my age and get a part time job. When that time came, I got a job, worked HARD, and SAVED! I paid for all my own equipment and ice time. My skates alone were almost $300. But I did it, and in the end, had no one to thank but myself! Good luck!!!
2007-10-18 17:14:41 · answer #8 · answered by BiffJohnson 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow, you are selfish. 20 minutes is hardly any time at all. Just coz u wanna be near your mates, you are willing to put your mum through hell selling a house when she doesn't have to? Heres my situation. I live in town A and i go to school in own B. town A and B are 30 minutes away. I love love love living in town A, although all my friends live in town B. It doesn't bother me at all, although there are times when i wanna be closer to my friends. Overall i don't mind living further away. It's a little thing called public transport (trains, buses etc) that helps me through holidays and stuff. Try putting yourself in your mums shoes and remeber that there are people who live further away from their friends than you and they manage fine.
2016-05-22 23:56:29 · answer #9 · answered by aline 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suggest you calmly explain it to her; maybe form a research packet showing her the ups (and, yes, unfortunately, the downs, too.) of motocross.
2007-10-16 11:09:34 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋