Originally Posted by chode
In all honesty, a 750 will not be suffice for a beginner bike. I wouldn't go anything less than a 1000cc motorbike, contrary to what the jealous haters might tell you. I tried a 600 and it was a girl bike, then I stepped up to the Busa Beast and discovered what REAL riding is. Go for the 1000, and if you feel a little jumpy, give the Hayabusa 1300 a go 'round. It may cost a little more, but it will be better in the long run because you don't have to buy like 16 bikes to 'climb the ladder'.
That's crazy to spend that kind of money on that kind of bike...especially for a first that's gonna be dropped inevitably. That's way to nice of a bike to beat up, and if he's only been on a dirt bike, a 750 would suffice prob perfectly for getting comfortable on, then upgrade.