Thing is, doesn't the handlebar contain all sort of electronics in modern bikes, as well as the clutch? It isn't a five minute job is what I am saying...
Wow, I didn't know he was 5'4". Probably a combination of handlebars that come back a bit more and higher footpegs to lift and push him forward. They may have even had to change the seat so it didn't look like they did anything to it.
Maybe not a 5 minute job, but not to hard or time consuming on most bikes either. I think most wiring harnesses are on the outside and not running through the bars. Even if they do run through, I would guess they make a connection point you can pop apart to accomodate maintenance, or change outs relatively painless.
Ok. This one seems ok out of the box - the tank seems so high there is no room to lean! And, people say it is a good first bike too.
If that is the 650R, I would think it would be a good starting point. Remember even smaller bikes are going to accelerate quite a bit faster than you standard street car, so they can give a good thrill. If you haven't ridden before take a rider safety class and learn to ride on their bike. The classes are even a good idea for experienced riders who haven't ridden in awhile.
400R. For sure I am going to take a class... ----------------------- Plus life and hospital insurance. My son broke both arms with his first bike and my son in law was rear ended and received a concussion when he tried to make a right hand turn. Both bikes were total losses. Good luck.