What is the very first thing a new owner should do when they get their bike home?

Answer: Read the owner’s manual cover to cover.

There are things required of a motorcyclist that aren’t required of a car driver—like checking tire pressure before every ride, lubing & adjusting your chain. That’s not the shop’s job, that’s your job. Read the book, learn how to operate your machine, and how to get the most from your purchase.