Should I buy a new or used motorcycle as my first bike?
I just passed my MSF course and am looking to get a bike. I know most people recommend getting a used bike as their first to learn, but I know absolutely nothing about bike mechanics and I don’t know anybody who rides either, so I wouldn’t really know how to assess if a bike has been in good condition. I also live with my parents and they don’t like the idea of buying a used bike because of the lack of warranty and you don’t know the way the previous rider took care of it. I was thinking of getting a crash cage regardless because I’m expecting to drop it a few times practicing slow speed maneuvers in a parking lot anyway.
I’m planning on getting something low cc like an R3 or MT-03 (not sure which I prefer but I heard the naked bikes are cheaper on insurance?)
Any advice would help! Thanks!
EDIT: the used bikes in my area are around $5000 for 30,000km, has been dropped a few times, and needs maintenance or replacements soon (ie. tires, brake pads, battery, oil change, etc). Anything less than 10,000km is listed for around $6500 and usually has still been dropped.