Riding a bike can be a whole lot of fun, much more fun than driving even the best of cars. You get to experience the wind on your face, the feel of the asphalt under you, and the dare of nothing else protecting you other than your riding gear.

All of these are what interest motorcycle lovers and enthusiasts. Riding can sometimes seem dangerous, which is why riding enthusiasts have to learn how to do it properly and master it until it's safe doing it.

We have come up with some suggestions for some of the best beginner sportbikes. These are bikes that aren't too powerful but offer great handling, which is what beginners really need.

We have also put together a list of sportbikes that should only be ridden by the more experienced riders, those who can handle the speed and power these beasts have on tap. To some experienced bikers, these bikes are even deemed too powerful for the road.

With that said, here are 5 sportbikes for beginners and 5 that should only be ridden by experienced riders.

10 Beginner Sport Bike: Yamaha MT-03

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Over the years, Yamaha has earned the respect of many bikers all over the world. With products ranging from cruisers to scooters to sport bikes, they have done it all, and they have a bike for everyone—beginners, intermediate, and experienced drivers

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The Yamaha MT-03, which made its debut in 2006 and ever since has seen tremendous performance improvement. This bike is fitted with an inline 2-cylinder 321cc liquid-cooled engine, this layout reduces drastically vibrations for smoother, more beginner-friendly rides. It costs just a little below $5,000.

9 Experienced Riders only: Honda CBR 1000RR

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Honda has had great achievements with its motorcycles as well as its cars and SUVs. One of the things beginners should look out for in a bike is that it doesn’t have too much power to handle. Additionally, it should be lightweight, have a very powerful brake system, and handle great.

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The Honda CBR1000RR, also known as the “Fireblade,” is everything but gentle. It packs a serious punch with its roughly 200 hp, which is way too much for a beginner to handle. Therefore, only experienced riders should ride it. It is also quite expensive, coming in around $20,000, or a whopping $28,500 for the RR-R model.

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8 Beginner Sport Bike: KTM RC 390

The KTM brand is not a new name in the motorcycle industry. It’s famously known for its off-road and adventure bikes. KTM has gone on to produce a variety of bikes for everyone. For beginners, the most notable of these bikes is the KTM RC 390. The KTM RC 390 has been in production since 2013.

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The 373.2 cc motorbike packs a lot of punch from its 4-stroke, liquid cooled single cylinder engine. It is on the lighter side, making it easy to maneuver around for the beginner motorcyclist. Another notable feature is the new and improved braking system, which KTM developed in conjunction with Brembo.

7 Experienced Riders Only: Yamaha YZF-R1

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Yamaha has several entries on this list, a testament to their superiority in the sportbike manufacturing industry. Their R1 certainly isn't one of its beginner-friendly bikes.

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The Yamaha YZF-R1 is a monster! Everything you need in a racing sportbike for it to deliver on the track is built in this machine, as the YZF-R1 doesn't shy away from flaunting its massive power of about 200 hp, perfect weight of 200 kg, and a 1,405 mm wheelbase. This doesn't come cheap though, as the R1 version costs about $18,000, while its twin R1M comes at a much higher price of about $26,099.

6 Beginner Sport Bike: Kawasaki Ninja 400

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The Kawasaki Ninja 400 motorcycle has an engine that gives you the perfect blend of power and control, and outstanding fuel efficiency, what more would a rider want. Its four-stroke, 399cc twin-cylinder offers one of the biggest displacements an engine in its class can offer.

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The Ninja 400 chassis dimensions were designed to give great handling, especially for beginners, to go along with a modern sporty feel at any speed. Seating posture on a sportbike can either make for a nightmare or a good riding experience, and the Ninja offers a low seat height, which is the ideal choice.

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5 Experienced Riders only: Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
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Kawasaki, well known on the tracks by MotoGP fans, have come up with a race worthy bike, so powerful that only riders with quality experience of the track should ride them. According to Kawasaki, the ZX-10R motorcycle is the direct result of decades of world-class road racing innovation, carrying Kawasaki Racing Team (KRT) rider Jonathan Rea to six consecutive championship titles.

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Fitted with a 998cc four-cylinder engine, which produces about 197 hp, yes it packs more power than many cars you see on the streets. It costs anywhere between $17,000 to $18,000. You wouldn't want to mess with that much money and crash it in training.

4 Beginner Sport Bike: Suzuki SV 650

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The Suzuki brand has proven itself worthy amongst other top motorcycle brands. It has produced bikes that are used in racing, daily driving, and more. The SV650 is the perfect motorcycle for beginners. It is a perfect mix of retro and modern design; it's no wonder beginners love this bike.

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It has its grip within easy reach of the rider. Plus, a medium range of power makes it ideal to use on the road, as it is a friendly vehicle to drive around town, which doesn’t provide a threat to anyone, even the rider. Fitted with an efficient ABS, riding this bike should be as good as you want it to be.

3 Experienced Riders only: Suzuki GSX-R1000R

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The Suzuki GSX-R series have defined the sportbike industry for over 30 years. With faster and sleeker versions each year, Suzuki engineers have taken it upon themselves to build one of the fastest and most aggressive bikes for the tracks.

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Fitted with a massive 1,000cc 4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine, the Gixxer provides around 200 hp and a torque of 86.70 lb-ft. Prices start from about $24,000. You do not want to mess with this beast if you are not an experienced rider.

2 Beginner Sport Bike: Yamaha YZF-R3

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No doubt Yamaha stands strong as makers of some of the best bikes all around the world. The Yamaha YZF-R3 is a lightweight bike that is easy to handle and maintain. The YZF-R3 is known to pack a punch, but one that beginners can actually handle.

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As a beginner, you need to be comfortable on your bike, which ultimately gives you better control. The Yamaha YZF-R3 has exactly that—a flat seat that distributes your weight evenly and allows you to position your feet on the ground firmly during stops. This bike is both sporty and pocket-friendly, with the newest model going for a little over $5,000.

1 Experienced Riders only: BMW S1000RR

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The BMW S1000RR is a race oriented sport bike initially produced by BMW Motorrad to compete in the 2009 Superbike World Championship, but is now in commercial production. It debuted in Munich in April 2008.

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Always pushing to the limit and in search of the ideal line, according to BMW motorcycles, you've got 205 HP beneath you. Outrageous, isn't it? It’s got unbridled, unparalleled power that pushes your RR to the max.

Boasting a maximum torque of 83 lb-ft at 11,000 rpm and a torque curve of at least 74 lb-ft over a range of 5,500 to 14,500 (rpm). Now, why would you think just anyone can ride this monster of a bike, don't be surprised if it rides you.

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