See if there's a local driving school that teaches motorcycle courses. I can't recommend it highly enough!

Look into a used H-D Sportster, dear. And look here. And *please* tell me you've already bought a brain bucket for each of you! Also, without a doubt the best motorcycle glasses around can be found here. Expensive, but really really worth it. I'm planning on getting a prescription pair next year as I've simply had it with trying to find contact lenses that are comfortable for me.