Are Motorcycle Rallies for Kids ???

**1500 Phil** · 7th March 2005, 17:12

Hi,
I bet I am going to draw some crap/ flak after this :

Before you draw a conclusion .. I am no prude and I enjoy the adlut entertainment ...

Do you think that a motorcycle rally is a place to take your kids ??

I mean your daughter aged 8 or 16 your son aged 8 or 16..

Do they need to see adults dancing around half naked on stage showing off their wares ???? etc etc..

I am also a bit disapointed in the organizers they had KIDS that joined in in the games and the announcer continually used bad language over the Public address system.

I am sure that its the adults choice to allow their kids to see this sort of carry on ..

But what sort of an adult would allow this ????

In 1998 I attended a rally South of Christchurch that let in kids, the parents of these kids then lodged a complaint to the Clubs head organization which drew a very fast response.. It very nearly closed the club down ..

Are Motorcycle Rallies becoming Day care centers ??

I have never seen so many under 18s at a Rally I hope this is not going to be a trend that carries on..

Phil

**bugjuice** · 7th March 2005, 17:28

not sure which motorcycle rallies you've been at, but could ya post 'em?

I think, given the right circumstances and events, kids would really enjoy it if they're into bikes and the like.. But I'd check ahead if poss.. most events should have some detail on what to expect and/or some contact details to be able to call someone to find out. I've taken my younger bro (12) and sis (15) to events before, and they've enjoyed most of them (except the ones where they got bored..)..

Haven't really heard of many R18 rallies before tho, and never heard of any posted ones.. Good on ya for getting the family involved, just check before hand I guess.. Kids are very curious and aware at that age, so the last thing you need are girlies showing their girlie bits

**Skunk** · 7th March 2005, 17:39

In my worthless (but humble) opinion; No.
But if parents take them then they should be responsible for them. And should know what goes on there. (It'll also show the standards they bring their kids up to...

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**gav** · 7th March 2005, 17:44

I guess you're referring to the March Hare, huh? I've never seen so many cars at a rally site! :disapint: but dunno maybe all rallys are like this now? All night catering, full blown bar facilities, camp sites like a mini rally at a rally?
It was pretty cool, but yeah, wondered about some of the stuff on stage, one of the announcers was pretty bad, though, must agree!

**Blakamin** · 7th March 2005, 17:46

95% of the ones I have been to in Aus were run by motorcycle clubs of "ill-repute" so-to-speak (bindoon, broadford etc).... If parents took their kids, I cant remember seein any...
aren't rallies an excuse to ride, drink piss, watch some adult entertainment (bands and wet t-shirt) and talk shit till all hours??? why would you take a kid to that... same as you wouldn't take them to a pub....
take them to a bike show or something, but leave them behind on rallies

**John** · 7th March 2005, 17:48

Originally Posted by Blakamin

95% of the ones I have been to in Aus were run by motorcycle clubs of "ill-repute" so-to-speak (bindoon, broadford etc).... If parents took their kids, I cant remember seein any...
aren't rallies an excuse to ride, drink piss, watch some adult entertainment (bands and wet t-shirt) and talk shit till all hours??? why would you take a kid to that... same as you wouldn't take them to a pub....
take them to a bike show or something, but leave them behind on rallies

But daddy said it would make me a man ??!?!?

**R1** · 7th March 2005, 18:09

I cant say i care what others do with their kids

but NO i wouldnt take mine......

**Devil** · 7th March 2005, 18:09

Originally Posted by 1500 Phil

Do you think that a motorcycle rally is a place to take your kids ??

I mean your daughter aged 8 or 16 your son aged 8 or 16..

So which is she? 8 or 16?

Sorry, couldnt help it. Haven't been to any rally's before but if I had kids I dont think i'd want them there.

**Joni** · 7th March 2005, 18:13

I have been to a few rallies in my time - the ones in SA can get very very hairy - the stuff that goes down at them I would never want my children or anyones elses exposed to.... for me however, a massive laugh!!.... men are so funny....

Never been to one in NZ! :spudwhat:

**Holy Roller** · 7th March 2005, 18:40

I've taken my boys (17yrs and 13 yrs)to the Cold Kiwi the last couple of years one at at each that is. If adult enterainment is not your thing for the kids or oneself just don't attend that part of the rally with them. I wouldn't take my kids to the Cold Duck rally for that very reason and I havent gone myself.

The displays during the day have been enough for the kids to watch at the CK anyway its about meeting up with old and new friends with a bit of entertainment for me at least. Don't forget the badge. It's timespent with ones child enjoying

that time together. The other option is to take them on runs like the Cambridge Toy Run this weekend, my 12 yr old is real keen to come along for the ride and the following weekend the Tauranga Easter Egg Run will be seing my 11yr old daughter jumping on the back.

Of the two rallies that 've been to both the Cold Kiwi and the Brass Monkey are suitable for kids but as with anything one lets their kids to supervision is the key. It may mean some of the entertainment may be missed but hey its about time with ones own child that is important.

**Krusti** · 7th March 2005, 18:42

From the rallies we have been to I would not have a problem with kids attending during the day. Any parents I have seen have been responsible and made other arrangments for the kids at night. Any normal parent can tell that things are going to be a little different at night. I would be inclined to have the evening programme adult only.
These are motorcycle rallies not Cliff Richard concerts!

The same parents who complain about the rally wouldnt consider taking their kids to the pub.

Most rallies advertised have stated....Wet T, Wet Jock, Strippers etc. Not as if it is any great surprise!

Will be taking my 16 yr son to his first Rally, Cold Duck this year. He wont see anything worse than he sees on TV. And at least we are there to keep an eye on him and as we have always tryed to do show him that you can go out drink responsibly and still have fun.

Rather this than him going to the Mount for a night with his mates. He is a young adult and has shown enough of a mature attitude to own and ride a high powered road bike responsibly and as long as he carries on with his responsible attitude at rallies I will enjoy spending time with him.

Use your commen sense is what I say, but in the end it is the Parents duty to look after their kids. Guide them towards being responsible adults instead of expecting other people to

**Holy Roller** · 7th March 2005, 18:44

Originally Posted by Krusti

Guide them towards being responsible adults instead of expecting other people to

Well spoken here's some reps coming your way

**dangerous** · 7th March 2005, 18:48

Originally Posted by gav

I guess you're referring to the March Hare, huh? I've never seen so many cars at a rally site! :disapint: but dunno maybe all rallys are like this now? All night catering, full blown bar facilities, camp sites like a mini rally at a rally?
It was pretty cool, but yeah, wondered about some of the stuff on stage, one of the announcers was pretty bad, though, must agree!

I'd say that this is the rally he is thinking of, yes the pissed idiots on the stage were a bit over the top.... but that is typical of that Rally (been to 11 0f them) like its the only rally that Ive been to (over 60) where a car is used to blast through the crowds in the dark with no lights on and end up being bricked after being driven in to the soon to be bon fire, and have the shit kicked out of it....... fuk knows why they bother, but they do so any parents taking kids to that rally knows what to expect.

I sooner injoy the smaler rallys that are more family friendly, and I have no problems with kids being there (get pissed off with the wee shits that race around the place risking damaging other bikes on trail bikes or dads V8 trike)
A mate has taken his kids to rallies since they were 1yr old in a Travis (inclosed chair) side car, now days mum rides and a kid pilions on each bike. Its great to see them loving it and they certinly are no worse for it.