Quote Originally Posted by JdFlex
Today's sportbikes are unbelievably powerful. Its a shame to see inexperienced riders buying bikes that are way over their skill level. Its a recipe for disaster. I have seen many guys around my area crash their brand new liter-bikes, a couple of deaths. And I'm not talking about your friend, just in general. Sorry to hear about your bro.
I see guys riding Hayabusas as first bikes nowadays. You could slip your wrist just a hair more than you want to and that thing will get away from you quick.