You get to the riding tests with a permit under the supervision of a licensed rider........you don't even have to have a bike to get the permit.

 

It really depends on the rider. As long as he has respect for what the machine is capable of and doesnt ride beyond his limits, he will be fine. I agree that a small-displacement cruiser would have been a better bike to start out on, but not everyone likes cruisers.
I agree. I took the Rider's Edge course through the local Harley dealer, which is pretty much the same as the MSF course and they teach you things in a few days that would take you years to figure out on your own.

 

Appreciate all the info guys. We are gonna get it taken care of.

Yes I know Justin. I graduated with him.

How u know him?

 

You can do This:

OR, you can drive. A lot of places have bikes for people to ride. They are usually POS bikes so if someone crashes, it doesnt matter. They also have tiny engines so inexperienced riders dont kill themselves.

 

He's my cousin. The yellow Katana he has used to be mine.

 

I disagree. A person can be just as stupid on a small bike. My first bike was a TL1000R – Very fast with big torque, however my first year I drove slow, learned the bike, learned the weight, and stayed away from difficult riding areas until I was more comfortable. The one issue with starting small is most everyone I know wanted to move up in 6 months and had to sell and dish out the cash for a bigger bike. Buy what fits your size and need and do the right thing learning how to ride.