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[Doug S]

Another motorcycle article that's not specific to electric bikes but includes one:

https://www.yahoo.com/autos/s/top-5-perfect-beginner-motorcycles-133019705.html

I'm not sure if I agree with their rationale, but I can't argue with their conclusion that the DS would be a great beginner bike.

[Richard230]

I would think that something like a Honda CBR300 would make a better beginner bike than most of those choices.   

[KrazyEd]

I would probably remove the Ducati and Triumph because of price and cost of ownership,
but, then, the Zero would have to go as well. Whenever I am helping someone to learn
to ride, the first requirement is that they are able to pick it up from the ground before
they get on it. Zero FX or xU would work here, but, otherwise, mostly 300CC and under.
Also generally advise to buy something used so the if ( when ) they fall, it isn't as
devastating.

[Burton]

I started on an old 03 ninja 250 and put on about 47k miles before selling it three years layer.

I swear my zero SR 2013 feels lighter both in the saddle and when picking it up :/

my neighbor is going to be riding my bike after not being in the saddle for many years. I am going to set everything as low as it goes and put it on eco mode so she won't be freaked out over the power.

It should be mentioned I weigh about 135lbs soaking wet ... I think a zero would be a great beginner bike simply because there is no clutch and you can adjust the power output to the riders experience level. 

[KrazyEd]

My first ride on a motorcycle was a Hodaka Ace 90.
My first OWNED bike was a BRAND NEW 1969 Yamaha YL2C 100cc Single
$300 OUT THE DOOR.
How times change.
Can't really get a bike serviced for $300 these days.