Welcome! And ditto to what Double D & LCB said. Don't let anyone pressure you into getting a bike you aren't comfortable with. If you're comfortable, you'll ride more...I know from personal experience.
Oh, and get gear the day you get your bike, or even before. Not just a helmet, but jacket, gloves, the works.
Oh, and get gear the day you get your bike, or even before. Not just a helmet, but jacket, gloves, the works.