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[QUOTE="oldguy, post: 644935, member: 16965"]
I personally don't understand how a parent can be so intent on destroying their spouse that they would sacrifice their child in the process.  
I firmly believe that to take away an activity as wholesome as dirtbiking is detrimental to a child in times of the upheaval that divorce causes.  My family is stronger because of our ties to dirtbiking.  Yes it is a dangerous sport but so are football and other mainstream sports.  Injuries occur in anything you do day to day.
My son has gained invaluable experience thru motocross.  He has made lifetime friends who are all positive influences in his life.  The track is one of the few places I feel absolutely safe allowing a 15 yr old to run free with a pack of friends.  They are well behaved and realize that any activity with drugs and /or alcohol would end their participation.  There are plenty of adults around to re-enforce that they must behave.
To deny a child anything that is as good for them as dirtbiking can only be detrimental.  The bond that developes between a parent and child can only be enhanced when they share a sport together.
Good luck with the divorce and try your best to keep your son from being used as a lever.
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