uhhhh R6 is way too torquey for someone who has never ridden before and a GSX-R is a good beginner bike because it will make him look cool to all the other riders right? i think the CBR 600RR is awesome to start on because it's got a more even power band but are still very fun to ride, very comfortable and quick once you get used to riding them....and brandon you just have to go sit on them too because some bikes are more comfortable to some people...like the Kawi's are more narrow so they're better for more slim guys