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Old 06-21-2012 | 10:13 AM
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In order to properly match you with the proper bike for your frame, we'll need to see pic of you in a bikini...preferably from the front AND back...

Seriously, if you've never ridden before, start off with an MSF or RiderEdge course. From there you can assess your skills and the bike you are truly comfortable with.

There are those that will say that you should start on a metric or a small bike like a Sportster, but only you can decide what bike you want to start out with. I started on my Road King and I never looked back. I didn't see the point in starting on "throw-away" bikes when I knew what I eventually wanted to be on. I started slow with plenty of respect for the power and weight. My bike is now my daily commuter.
 
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Old 06-21-2012 | 10:21 AM
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welcome, as others have said, take the course, make sure you are serious about riding, my wife is 5'2".. started on a sportster super low...within 6 months she was bored with it...ended up with a fatboy lo...she handles it fine...also check out the softail slim
 
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Old 06-21-2012 | 10:27 AM
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Originally Posted by uklauren
hi and welcome
firstly have you ever ridden? Have you done an MSF new rider's course? If not start there then if you pass go to motorcycle dealers and sit on lots of bikes.
Diito ,best place to start
welcome aboard
 
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