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i bought my first bike, the previous owner dropped it off, my friend gave me a couple pointers (how to shift, brake, etc) and i rode it around the block for like 5-10 minutes. i almost dropped it doing an ultra slow u-turn. after that we decided i was ready to go and i rode it about 40 miles to his house, parkway, city roads, everything. luckily i didnt crash.
i dont think its hard to learn to ride, but it takes a while to be good at it
safety courses are a good idea
when you go for your license, rent a trailbike with plates, like a 100cc or so. road test will be a breeze.