Preferably examples where your parents were convinced and approved (for ladies as much as possible)
2007-11-21 11:54:37 · 8 answers · asked by Zion 4 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
Asia, 20 yrs
2007-11-21 15:13:41 · update #1
Ride the d**n bike into the living room
2007-11-21 12:05:44 · answer #1 · answered by Troy G 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I recently had to do this same thing. They probably knew it was coming because I've always loved motorcycles and my dad got a Harley a few years before I moved out of the house so I got the itch. Honestly, just research the type of bike you want, don't pick a bike too tall/large/heavy/powerful for a beginning rider, and compile your facts. Discuss the pros and cons with your folks and find out how they feel about bikers. Try to dispel common biker myths (biker gangs, drugs, Alcohol, etc) that they may have and tell them why you want to ride. If you are logical and reasonable while talking this out they should have no reason to say no. If they still say no and you feel strongly about riding, then decide if it's worth defying them and go out and ride if you choose. It's your life and ultimately you will be the one who has to decide if it's worth the risk. Trust me, it'll be a lot easier to convince them to let you get one than to call them after your first wreck (also know from experience...)
2007-11-22 03:43:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obviously we have a culture gap going here, I just bought a bike and started riding. I don't remember asking permission. But then again while my dad hated motorcycles and my mom wasn't thrilled with them either they raised all of us to go forth and explore the world. Out of 5 siblings only two of us ride and the rest won't touch a bike cause their "dangerous". I have seen people get mowed down walking across the street so apparently walking is a killer too. I assume in your culture "Permission" is a huge deal where here it's not so much. That doesn't mean we are disrespect full or would dishonor our parents/family, we're just in a different culture. Talk with them and explain to them your feelings and respect theirs.
2007-11-22 13:35:05 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
how old are you and where do you live? (with them or on your own) Makes a big difference.
I called my dad and said "i need to borrow some money :-P"
I also convinced him that I wouldn't take up any garage space!
honestly, just be smart about it. do your research. Get a bike small enough that you won't kill yourself (a 500 would probably be plenty big for most women. at least at first), take the MSF course, and wear your gear.
if you're reasonable, they'll react reasonably.
2007-11-21 20:02:39 · answer #4 · answered by Chris R 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Easy-- my dad rides! He was thrilled when I said I was going to get a bike. I took a beginners course before ever riding on the street. I would recommend that to anyone!
2007-11-25 18:38:22 · answer #5 · answered by Julie L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well hold on, if you need to "break the news" to your parents, i'm assuming you're young and still live with them. if that's the case, then you don't "break the news" to them, you ask them permission.
If you live out of thier home and are buying the bike yourself, then just tell them that you're going to buy a bike. it's not that difficult.
2007-11-21 21:06:16 · answer #6 · answered by Me 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them you want to be just like Marlon Brando was and when they ask what you're rebelling against, ask them what have they got. That'll make a real impression.
2007-11-22 15:46:47 · answer #7 · answered by bikinkawboy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rode it into the driveway.
But, then again, I didn't need permission.
Already being married and having kids has other benefits too.
Then, I borrowed Mom's helmet.
2007-11-21 20:43:48 · answer #8 · answered by Firecracker . 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋