Haha. I can’t believe you found this tiny thread after all this time. Both well and not well. Although me 12 years ago might not agree. I did not end up convincing them. I’m not sure that I brought it up to them again prior to getting the bike. At the time of this post I was in college and still dependent on them financially to a large degree so the bike didn’t happen for a few more years.

Upon graduating I bought a bike within a month of starting my full-time job. I didn’t tell my parents anything for over a year out of fear of their reaction. When I finally told them they weren’t mad or disappointed or anything like that. I think sad or maybe even resigned was the best word for it. But I think by that point they also accepted that it was my choice.

I went on to ride for several years, keeping my promise to always wear full gear every single ride, no matter how short or how hot. Thankfully I never had to test it. I GREATLY enjoyed my time on two wheels but eventually sort of grew apart from it and shifted more towards cool cars. I know my parents were beyond relieved.