it’s not a good choice for a beginner
....:-( please don’t destroy my dreams....
Put some miles on a lighter bike before you go to the Sporty. Walk before you run, so to speak.
....:-( please don’t destroy my dreams....
I don't think a 550 lb bike is good for a beginner. Nor is a bike with a MSRP of $6999. My first was a 450 lb 805cc metric cruiser. It collected a lot of scars as I learned what not to do in various situations the hard way.
Your first bike should be inexpensive and fairly light weight (not just b/c they're easier to maneuver, but b/c they are also easier to pick up when you dump it.) Buy it with the intention of selling it within a year or so.
Get the Harley after you have some experience under your belt. I went from that 805cc cruiser, to a 1000cc super sport bike, and now ride a 1700cc Harley Softail Custom.
See 40.
The best reason to buy a Sporty is you CAN pick them up cheaper than the manly HD’s, and it ain’t a girly bike. Also, older models, IMHO, are carburated and should not require the maintenance of the newer bikes. Think SIMPLE.
The only problem is, as stated by another, that they are quick handling. You may want something bigger, later, for looong distance riding.
Sorry suga, but it’s heavy bike with a fairly high center of gravity. Trust me, the safest way to go is to pay your dues and ride a small bike for a year. My first street bike was a Honda Twinstar 185. I actually rode that thing from Denver to St. Louis.