Why the 190mph BMW S1000RR would make a terrific first motorcycle

Ok, conventional wisdom states that all new riders should only ride a Ninja 250. But why ride a 25-year old beginner bike when you could instead have what, until this year, was the fastest motorcycle ever? Yeah, that sounds like a much better idea. Here’s why the BMW S1000RR would be a great choice for your first motorcycle.

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