02-27-2018, 01:31 AM
Starting on a CB is not impossible. It has good power but is not unwieldy like a Ninja1000 or a Yamaha FZ-09. It is heavy but well balanced. However I would never recommend it to a beginner. I had 24000 km on my first bike, and still found the CB's weight and power took some getting used to. I had a few moments on my first bike where I was able to recover because it didn't have the weight or the power of the CB. I would say get something lighter with a bit less power for your first. Preferably used and a good bargain, after a season if the CB still pulls your heartstrings go for it. You also never know the type of rider you will become. I was initially drawn to the cruiser styles, but after riding for a while I found myself drawn to bikes with a little more clearance and a standard riding position to hit the twisties gained my interest. A friend of mine started on a cruiser and after became an Adventure rider (BMW F800GS). I had a friend who started on a sport bike, but then switched to a nice relaxed cruiser (Harley Davidson). Start with an all around bike, put tonnes of miles on it, the type of rider you are will come out and then get the bike that suits your style.