The 2007 V Star 1100 Classic is the clear choice for a first bike.

What you posted is certainly one way to check the oil level.  However, with the QuikView you can stay seated on the bike and keep both feet on the ground while you look at the mirror.  At night you can easily point a small flashlight at the QuikView mirror to check the oil level.  I did it numerous times.

BTW, In a ten month wonderful period spanning 2004 and 2005 I put 30,000+ miles on my V-Star.

Thanks for responding to my post.

Joe

Old school....

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That will get the job done!  :)

Welcome from Ireland. 

Exact same as the one I use. 

I was wondering where it went, just put it back when you're done with it.... 

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 In the post..................

Older school.... I still get on my knees balance the bike and look at it.

( : )) Ron, you're a better man than I.  I'd want another kick stand on the right side and have both deployed!