Not my first choice.....

Hey I'm new here, I just started riding; I'm starting out with an '05 YZF600R which was not my first choice of bikes to start on, but if you really want to ride then you gotta ride I guess.  

The bike is owned by a friend of mine who is getting a couple of surgeries done this summer and can't ride it for a while so he's letting me keep it in shape while he recuperates (we served in Iraq together).  I take the MSF course in about a month and this site has been priceless in getting some info on all that there is to learn (and experience) about sportbike riding.

But all that I have read could not explain how existentially incrediblely powerful that yamaha 600 is at just a flick of the wrist (less than a flick, the mere thought of a suggestion of a flick); believe me I am taking it slow, wearing all the gear that I own (at this time only a helmet and gloves).  I'll keep reading the New Riders section and try to keep the rubber side down.  

Sounds like you're trying to take things slowly and that's a good start.  And you're right, throttle control is one of those things that really can't be taught.  It's something you have to practice and familiarize yourself with.  That's one of the most difficult things about starting on a 600.  

Glad you're wearing the gear that you have, but get yourself a jacket and boots as well.  If you're out riding before your MSF course, you can't be too cautious.

Just keep taking it slow until your course and practice your skills.  Good luck and ride safe!!!  

Dude, GET SOME GEAR!
And fasten the helmet.

Yup, nice bike. Pbly too much to start on, but you've figured that out already.
so keep in down a bit, avoid tickets and spend the cash you've saved on some good gear. ATGATT.
Have fun. You'll learn a whole lot in the MSf course.
Take care and ride safe.
Mary