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Angry Little Fairy

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I still say no. But after thinking about it, the parents will set the speed, and can show him what kind of distance to use when following bikes. He WILL get good experience. But it is a bad way to get it. A very bad way.

I hope he makes it OK, and the trip is a safe one. I would want no part of it myself.
 
This was my Son at 7 years of age. He is now 11. When he gets 16, Dad and Son will ride on there street bikes LEGALLY. B/4 the age of 16?,...na,we NEVER did that! lol
 
Beav said it best! I'm 68 and some of the best memories I have from my growing up, is when my parents thought enough of me to kick my ass when I was wrong. I can't believe these Parents are allowing this. How do the other riders feel about this? The point's that some are missing, I don't care if this kid is a young Evel Knievel, He does not have a License or insurance. If the unthinkable were to happen on this 500 mile overnighter, it would take a law Professor to sort out the charges that would be brought against his Parents. You are doing the right thing by staying away from this.
 
Since you said "buddies" and not "friends", that tells me the relationship is not at the point where you can have much influence on the parent of that boy to prevent his gross lack of judgment.
A parent that allows a young person to ride a dirt bike on a track with all the safety gear required is allowing them a cool experience while being responsible. But the situation you describe is out of line!

I commend you for "boycotting" the ride. I pray the young man makes it ok tho.
 
I totally respect your way of thinking,,BUT how would you feel if the kid (15 yo) ends killing himself or anyone around cuz as you might know he is still not mature enought for certain situations.We are not talking about learning or riding in a safe enviroment,,overnight riding?,,gosh,,there is plenty of time for him learning and having fun riding his HD,dont make him waste his chance.
 
It's all fun and games until someone gets hurt. Unfortunately the truth is that we live in a litigious country. It's illegal to ride without a license and insurance. Supporting or putting someone in a position where they could hurt themselves or others just is not a wise move in this day and time.

However, that being said, the parents are adults and can make the judgement if they are willing to accept the risk. That does not mean though that you have to accept the same risk.
 
My feelings, if you want to ride with your kid, do it legally on an off road bike or something. Not only will you spend quality time with your child, the child will learn invaluable riding skills that will only help him or her when they ride the open road.

I think if the parents allow their child to ride with them it is very selfish. All it takes is one mistake, in one split second; maybe a slight bit of day dreaming or a slight loss of focus and the 15 year old kids life is forever changed. Not to mention how the other motorist would feel if they hurt a child, whether it was their fault or not.

Not a smart move IMHO
 
If there is a wreck of any type, even if it were 100% obvious that it was the other drivers fault, that whole family is screwed.

Run, don't walk, AWAY. Now.

That's my opinion. Put a dollar with it and buy a Coke.
 
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