hey..help

Find out why she does not want you to ride. Then we can help you fight the battle. :laugh:

I agree with the other's, you can't really win the argument until you know what the oppostions are. If it's non-financial related, then you can point to the need to get out and meet other ppl (being home schooled etc) and how this gives you a great way to stay in shape and occupy free time. If it is fincially involved, maybe you could work some to help pay for the bike (I don't know your age but even mowing a few lawns etc could net you enough after a few months to help get started with a nice used bike).

I just got my son a new bike and about half of our friends think its great and the other half think it's too dangerous to get involved in. I say go teach them to ride smart, wear protective gear etc. and then go for it!

BTW, I skateboarded a ton growing up and to date, I've injured myself worse on half-pipes than motocrossing. Not to say they aren't both dangerous, but it's not like skateboarding is "safe". :)

Hi Chilliedawg,

I've been riding my whole life AND homeschooling my kids....One of the things that I have noticed when it comes to riding the track or the trails is that 99% of the riders are there with their families. My son (he's 15) has always gotten p.e. credit for riding his dirtbike. The essay you should write is a persuasive essay outlining the pros and cons. Of course you will have to counter argue the pros which should be easy...Here are some outline topics...
family atmosphere means weekend bbq's at the track/trails with other families thereby fostering friendships.
Do the mainenance yourself which saves lots of money....Internet is a great source of information if you get into a jam. There is always a neighbor who is able to offer a second oppinion if you get stuck. Lastly, you can treat the mainenance time as "shop class" (after regular school hours of course! LOL)
You must/will help w/ the finances towards taking care of the bike. For example, baby-sit, dog-sit, paper route, do WHATEVER it takes to earn the money towards this sport, your parents will see that you are serious and responsible... Oh yeah, I forgot to mention, there are motorcycle classes which are offered in many areas that teach the responsabilities of riding safely.
Counter arguements could include injuries (I'm sure your parents are mostly worried about you getting hurt) If you are wearing all the proper protection during a ride, you will usually not get hurt as bad as if you were NOT wearing the proper protection. Plus, I have noticed that beginner riders usually don't ride above their means. Basically, take it easy while learning. Trails and tracks have a ONE WAY riding direction. This of course means that you will or should not be running into anyone coming from the opposite direction and therefore will lesson your chances of getting hurt. Lastly, street bikes compete w/ cars on the road, dirtbikes don't!

Never ride anywhere that isn't legal and always wear everything required to ride. If you have good foundations at the beginning of learning to ride they will carry over for life!
I wish you luck convincing your parents and if it works, GREAT! If they say no, at least I hope you get an A on your persuasive essay for trying! :aj:

lol, I like the spirit!

I need help. My friends are always joining clubs that I join and it's not that I suck at what I do, they just always do it better. I want to do something that represenents my personaly and I know that motocross/bmx is the way to do it and maybe my friends will have more of a reason to think I'm cool rather than just because I play the guitar. I am committed and I'm willing to start out with bmx then advance to motocross and I have my parents permission I just don't know where to start> Can you give me some tips on how to ride.