As a former MSF Instructor I recommend when you pass test for your learner's permit, pre-pay for your license at Registry and sign up for MSF beginner class.
If/when you complete/pass course Instructor will inform Registry of you passing course and you will receive your new M license in mail in 10-14 days. Braking and counter steering, swerving are key lessons to learn and understand and practice. Many new bikes have linked brakes and anti-lock brakes now. Learn ATGATT, ALL THE GEAR ALL THE TIME. Buy a good fitting, high quality helmet and a Hi-Viz jacket. I recommend Shoei and Arai helmets, I wear an Arai because I have a medium, long oval head like most Caucasians and they make helmets for us. Got into it with my dental hygienist who lives in CT. and rides with her husband without helmets. WTF? There is NO reason not to wear a helmet, it's more comfortable, quieter and much safer. I don't understand the Harley attitude except these guys watched Easy Rider way too many times. Any other questions please ask, I ride a 2016 BMW RT1200. Awesome bike.