What is a good first motorcycle for a women?

sylviamencia: What is a good starter motorcycle for a women?
I am 5ft 9in, thin but fit. What motorcycle should I start with? Im gonna ride it on the streets of Manhattan, so I need something I can handle.

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Answer by Sammie
I would start out with a Honda 250 or any 250

Answer by Tony Perillo
if its not your first time and you find one with the right price you cant go wrong with a harley but get a small one they might be a little heavy get something light and small engine

Answer by Murcie_LP640
Any 250cc four-stroke sportsbike. The Kawasaki ZXR250 and Honda CBR250 are the more popular choices. The two-stroke Aprilia RS125 is also a decent choice but two-strokes are a little harder to handle than four-stroke motorcycles.

Answer by ourlittleadventures.com
Find something that fits your ergonomics and your budget.
Tip: Not all women are created equal – your height (more importantly your inseam) and other factors play a huge role in determining the right bike.
In fact, there is no “right bike” try to remember that this is your first motorcycle – not your last!
That said, look for something light weight, with enough power to cover 90% of the roads and conditions you’ll be riding on. Lighter weight, lower cc (engine size) motorcycles will be much easier to balance/steer.
High displacement sportbikes (600cc+) may have a difficult learning curve for new riders and feel as though they want to take off on an inexperienced rider. It’s not that you can’t learn to grow into these, it’s just that it may be more difficult.

Bikes to look for: KYMCO Quannon 150, Kawasaki Ninja 250, Suzuki GS-500, Kawasaki Vulcan 500

You could also think about a 250cc or greater scooter.