First bike, look what they tell me to get..

I want to get my lic this fall. So i go to bike shop, tell them i am a newb and what could i ride in the sport bike line as a beginner/first bike..

Now they carry all the major lines so there is no pressure of one vs another...

$10k, Kawasaki ZX1400.. lol skip the 600, 750 and 1000.  Since you're tall you'll need this bike.. pass

I would suggest this as your first bike.

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naw i dont need a pee wee herman beach cruiser

I don't ride motorcycles, but since there are a lot of enthusiasts, I suggest you look up a riders' club and inquire about their recommendations.  Maybe you can contact motorcycle police in your area and they may know respectable clubs that they can recommend.

I do live in Daytona... I'll just wait for bike week in Oct. This is no rush.  Thanks

Don't know your level of experience but may I suggest a Rider Safety Course?  If FL is like TX you take the class and the DPS lets you skip the riding test at the driver's license office.  

If you get one like this one as your first bike be sure and check "yes" on the organ donor question!

Yea they have a rider class like that. I will take it. My skill level is common sense.

I spoke to a friend who rides about the bike yesterday. He said the power to weight ratio on this bike is not like that of a 1000. The 1000 is about 380-430lbs and will want to come off the ground when you crack the throttle.  This bike weighs a bit over 500 lbs.

Overall this is the best bike he says cause of my size,  it will be easy to handle and i will not be cramped on it.  at 6'3 it there are not many options for me to be comfortable. Fl is pretty straight anyway.   I always see these little primped out blondes that weigh a buck o five riding in high heels.. We all know blondes aren't the smartest creatures on the face of the earth so if they can ride. I know i'll be fine..

Not looking to be a speed demon or go out and test my limits anyway.  

A crotch rocket? I am too old school I think..

I am with you.  I appreciate the agility of a crotch rocket but I am more about cruising.  I have had several bikes but to me my favorite is a Road King.  I am just about to close on a 2003 unless of course I am outbid!

I hate Dealers that do that.   Makes no sense yeah they get the quick $$$$ but more than likely they just ruined a potential rider.   They either signed the death cert. of the guy or they have just put someone in a situation where they will give up wanting to ride at all.   Recommending the zx1400 for a beginner first bike is insane. 
I've actually encountered Dealers just like that.  I've also seen the other side, the best salesmen/dealer will find out your experience level, if you have none or limited they should tell you about the closest MSF course.  And then try to get you on a bike that will promote your enjoyment of the activity.  It never ceases to amaze me that a dealer will always go for the quick $$ when they probably just lost 2 or 3 or more sales down the line as well as a customer that will be continuing to buy accessories and gear.   It really is a shortsighted strategy and its a detriment to the riding community.

Dave