Are they as dangerous as everyone says? My best friend has one and rides me on the back alot, but he says I shouldn't get one, he doesn't want me to get hurt. Should I get one? Also he thinks I won't be able to catch and hold the bike up if I lose balance. I've ridden his before, like he taught me how, I've only gone like 20 mph, and hes like right there to catch me, but it doesn't feel like it'd be that hard to catch, I have goo dbalance and I don't think I'd even let it get that far.

If you have physical confidence and feel a strong need to be a motorcycle girl, get one. If a bike frightens you and you don't have physical confidence but have something to prove, don't.

Riding a motorcycle is a major commitment. Yes, in the wrong hands it can be dangerous, if not deadly to the rider and others around. For example, in a car, we all had moments of stupidity that either led to an accident or a close call. You simply can not afford a slip up on a motorcycle or to be in the wrong place when someone else screws up. Your best bet is to learn on a dirt bike. Make sure you wear all the protective gear and give it a go. When you get comfortable in the dirt, you will be ready to step up to pavement. Riding off road will make you a far better overall rider. That's my 2 cents.