1. Study the DMV manual and get your permit.

2. Read Proficient Motorcycling by David L. Hough.

3. Take the MSF course at Thomas Nelson.

4. If you still want to ride, start looking at something that runs well and won't be a tragedy if/when you drop it.

5. Get insurance when you get a bike.

6. Take it easy at first, and use common sense.

7. Don't go blow insane amounts of money on expensive gear at Casey Cycle City like I did.

8. If you find yourself rolling across the pavement at 60 mph, try to think of better days.