I have purchased a motorcycle to learn on (Suzuki Dr650se) but am now caught in a bit of a catch 22. . . My insurance company wont insure a driver that doesn't have a class 6, and without insurance I can't practice for my class 6 or even take the road test. I have people to ride with but their bikes are too tall for me to even use in a parking lot let alone on the road (BMW F650GS Dakar). I've done drivers training but would feel better with more practice before attempting the dreaded road test. Anyone have an idea what I can do?

Thanks for the welcome!!! 
When I went into talk to the insurance agent I had the certificate from my training course, the written exam sheet and my test permit (which is for the middle of may) but with all that I was still denied, even with my clean drivers abstract. It all just seems very strange to me, that you're almost expected to take the test with no practice, on someone else's bike before you can get one of your own to learn with.

Good news!!!!!! So, this morning I've been calling through the insurance company list that I found on another thread here and I found a company willing to help. $1500 for the initial insurance but that's only going to act as a deposit. Once I get my license they are going to drop it to the normal rate ($550) provided I get my license in a few weeks. According to the man I spoke with, the main concern is that it is a brand new bike (2010) and my being 28(and a girl) actually helped my cause. Though, as I found out afterward, the insurance broker and my Dad are old drinking buddies. . .that didn't hurt either . Thanks so much for all your help!!! This site is an amazing wealth of information!!

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Like I mentioned before, these guys were wonderfully helpful!!!

Wow, this is good news, I'm glad it worked out for you!

I'm taking my road test a couple of hours after I've completed a 2 day training course, however, if I don't happen to pass, I'll be looking to go this route so I can practise on my bike before attempting the road test again.

Thanks for posting your story and good luck with your practise and road test.

Just an FYI for everyone.
I was in touch with AMA regarding insurance for my 07' Ninja 650R. AMA doesn't insure my bike specifically (because this type of a bike is more likely to be used for street racing appearantly) but they use NORDIC as a third party. I was quoted $397 including having my course certification but NOT my class 6.