Congratulations on getting your first street bike. The MSF is a good idea, if for nothing else, you can get your motorcycle endorsement easily, and who knows, you might just learn something. Also, there are courses based on varying degrees of experience as well. That said, my recommendation is a "naked" bike, because you will drop it sooner or later and it's much cheaper to repair. Try the Ducati Monster 620. A great all around sport bike, and you don't have to worry about outgrowing it. It's a blast to ride even for very experienced riders.
Good luck!
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"The gift of liberty is like that of a horse, handsome, strong, and high-spirited. In some it arouses a wish to ride; in many others, on the contrary, it increases the desire to walk."
-- Massimo d'Azeglio
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