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• Comment Link Wednesday, 06 June 2012 14:54 posted by Nur

  I'm 5'3 also, and it hasn't stopped me! You will be fine. Don't liestn to those people they probably aren't into bikes themselves and so don't have a clue. You should definitely take a beginner's course, such as the safety course, although there are lots of others. Just google motorcycle class and your area, and you'll find plenty. This way you'll learn to ride and you'll find out if it's really for you. Then you'll be in a better position to decide what you want to buy. I can personally recommend the Honda Magna (which I'm coincidentally selling on craigslist. . . . ) It has a 28 seat height, so you should be able to reach the ground quite easily. It's about 500 pounds, and while it looks quite beefy, it's actually a very mannerly bike. Not everyone shares my need for speed and power, but if you do, this would be a good first bike for you. Not only can you continue refining your skills, but there's enough there to keep you happy for more than a few weeks. One last thing ignore the postings here by people who don't even have bikes. There are many regulars in this section, and those are the people who will give you the best advice. I haven't seen any of them posting yet, but it's early. . . . . And FWIW, I wouldn't recommend a harley as a first bike. If that's what you want then go for it, but if you're not already drooling over one, you should take into consideration the higher cost and the weight they tend to be heavier than most.