…trust me my dude, I've been riding for 8-9 years now and you don't want to start out on a 600. I bought a CBR600RR for my first bike, brand new off the showroom floor. I even got the price down about 1k and sold it the following year because it wasn't enough power. I then stepped up to the CBR1000RR and I can tell a difference but as far as the handling and weight; there is none. You should really consider buying a used old bike if you're going to start out on a 600cc bike. You will be disappointed with it after the first season (especially if you have a crew you ride with).
If you're worried about getting in trouble with the bike, you will get in trouble on a 600cc bike as easily. My 600, I was able to top out at about 163mph (and yes you will try it at least once). With my 1000cc, I went 183mph before I backed out because I got scared. Both machines are amazing and will treat you right as long as you respect the bike and don't get too comfortable with it. I have totaled a bike before and I have been able to get up and get another because I understand my limitations.
People want to say that the more power you have, the more incline you are to using it. I would be the first to say that is a false statement. I will never want to experience 180 plus mph again; not even 120mph (which I do in my Z all the time). Its a different feeling between going that fast in a car vs a bike. Whatever you decide to do, make sure you do your research and take as many classes as you can in regards. Bikes aren't dangerous, it's the vehicles around us that are dangerous. Then there are those idiots that do stupid things to hurt themselves (I know a few). But good luck with whatever you decide to get.
Sidenote: please don't do like everyone else and get a suk. Get a Yam or the BMW S1000; straight beautiful
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