Suzuki GS500

The GS500 is a great first bike. The pre-2004 models are plain old naked sport touring bikes and have a good balance of performance, fuel efficiency, and aesthetics. However, if you want a bike that looks more like a sport bike, then check out the GS500F, a fully faired version of the GS500 that debuted in 2004 after a one-year break in production. Power is also limited with this bike, sitting at 47 hp and 29.5 ft lbs of torque. Again, enough power to have a little bit of fun, but nothing outrageous that will get you killed.

 Suzuki GS500

 Suzuki GS500

 Suzuki GS500

 Suzuki GS500

 Suzuki GS500

 Suzuki GS500

 Suzuki GS500

 Suzuki GS500