I wouldn't say that you're another spoiled disrespectful lousy teenager but I'm sure your mum's not 'out to get you'.

It sounds like she doesn't have any idea of the value of bikes but a lot of people don't.

Also sounds like she wants to be a little over-protective. It's hard for a parent to let go when every fibre of their being wants to protect you. That doesn't make it right - but it's understandable.

I think she should give you her reasons straight rather than the excuses she's using, but believe it or not - she's doing the best she can with what she has. Parents aren't perfect, we all make mistakes.

I can fully understand your frustration and I wish you could have your bike right away. Maybe your mum is trying to teach you the value of waiting and of working toward a goal. Who knows?

Won't the bike shop guy let you pay off the bike? Can't he take his payments out of your wages?

As for trying to get your mum to understand that bikes should stay inside and that they don't make the room dirty - if you work out how to convince her otherwise please post it. I'm sure there's a few guys here that would like to get the message across to their wives.