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Hey JamesInCorona, I couldn't agree with abm more. If you're new to biking or are an experienced rider just getting back into the sport, take the MSF course! You'll learn as much in the course in 16-18 hours as you would riding on your own for 2 years. And, it's on their bikes.
As far as carrying a passenger, as an instructor in PA's program we usually recommended getting a years experience under your belt before taking the responsibility of carrying another person. It's one thing for you to assume the risk of riding on the roads with limited experience on two wheels and it's quite another thing to risk someone elses safety until you have developed your skills and abilities on public roads.
Hope you can arrange a test ride soon. I don't think you'll regret buying a 650. Good Luck!
As far as carrying a passenger, as an instructor in PA's program we usually recommended getting a years experience under your belt before taking the responsibility of carrying another person. It's one thing for you to assume the risk of riding on the roads with limited experience on two wheels and it's quite another thing to risk someone elses safety until you have developed your skills and abilities on public roads.
Hope you can arrange a test ride soon. I don't think you'll regret buying a 650. Good Luck!
