Hi, I'm just got my Ohio DMV motorcycle manual and will soon test for the temporary permit. I would welcome some opinions on a couple of things. - Should I go ahead and take the Basic Riding Course, having never operated a motorcycle, as Ohio seems to suggest, or would it be better to ride a little bit in order to have a basic skill level shifting gears and braking properly, before taking the course? - I've read many places that a 250cc bike is a good beginner bike. I have an opportunity to buy a Honda Shadow 750 at a good price, but I'm concerned that this might be too much bike for a beginner. I'm only 5'7" and 170 lbs. Any thoughts would be welcome. Bad guy