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In my opinion NO newbie should even consider taking on a pillion!
It changes the whole dynamics of the bike.
+ if the pillion even shifts their weight when stopped at lights etc, that can bring them both down when not ready for it.
2 years + before taking passengers IMO
Note, I’ve been riding 30+ years & just about seen it all! & before you ask, I’m just here to see whats new as you never stop learning

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My G/F rides a V Star 250 & I have the 650!. We get both models here in Aus!
She has taken mine for a ride & I had to pry it away from her!!!
I think the 650 V Star is a good starting point. Not over powered & it’s low centre of gravity makes it very stable.

Just a few points
I’m only 5’4″ & 180lbs
Weight really isnt an issue (the bike!!) when your riding. Just when stopped (even then not really a problem)
Don’t even think of two up riding until you have plenty of experience riding, at least a year or two, it changes the whole dynamics of the bike.

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