The MSF course is key! I rode for about a year before I took it. It probably won't save your life, not will it help you turn at highspeeds any better, but for all of those times your in a parking lot and have to do crazy stuff in a limited space it actually will help you, lol. But I do recomend taking it, cause its free. Enjoy the bikes, ride the way it feels comfortable, and load up on as much insurance as you can afford. Welcome to the world of sportbikes