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I'm 6'5". I just bought my first bike, Yamaha V star Classic 650. The size is right but I wish I had forward controls. I plan on using this to get some experience and then buy a bigger bike with forward controls. My instructor in the class recommended this approach to me.

Just passed my MSF yesterday. Also first time rider/ never used a clutch. Liked the comment about finding the friction zone and holding it there. Start walking with the bike until it gets going, then release the clutch and you will be OK. Also, keep your head up and eyes forward, instuctors told me ...

OK! That really helps. If you can do it at that size, then I feel much better. My first step is to pass the class next month and get qualified. Thanks for the reply.

I am thinking I want a cruiser. How important is it to keep the first bike around the 660 CC size. Is a Harley softail going to be too big for a first bike?

Hi, I am looking for my first bike and have a question on the size. I am 6 feet 5 inches tall, and have a 36 inch inseam. I have very long legs. Since this is my first bike, everything I read says do not buy anything too big. Two guys have told me I should buy a bike with the "controls forward&...