[MVP2]

First, it depends on how big you are. If you are an average sized person (of which Im not lol) and you are just starting out, and can afford one, get a Harley Iron 883. They are around 8,000 new, look completely badass, and are excellent in holding their value. You can buy one now for 8 grand, then in three or four years, sell it for close to the same price you bought it..If you arent looking to spend that much money, a Honda Shadow 750, a Yamaha V-Star, a Suzuki Boulevard with an 800cc motor, and a Kawasaki Vulcan Classic (the 800cc's around 2005 are very nice and affordable bikes) are all attractive used buys. You can pick up any of these for around $4-5000 in good shape, and a few years old..Good luck bro!

The 750 Shadow is excatly what I had in mind. What is your thoughts on that bike?