[Magical_Hobo]

Hi there I’m new to the forums and new to motorcycling. My dad has gotten me into motorcycles and has been teaching me to ride every now and then but recently I decided to get serious about it and start shopping around for a bike of my own. I’m 5’6 and 120lbs and I know I should start on like a 250 or 500cc bike but I’m curious is there much of a difference in power and such between the two? Also is there any bikes I should definitely look into, I’m mostly looking to get a sportbike or a standard bike. Anyways thanks for your help and I look forward to getting my start in motorcycling.

[WeaponZero]

at your size a 250 would be perfect for you. a 500 would have a lot more power yes but the lighter a bike is the easier it is to handle and that makes the learning process that much easier as well as making riding a lot more fun

[Magical_Hobo]

Ya I was leaning more towards a 250, most likely the Ninja 250. My only concern is that is a Ninja 250 fast enough to hold its own on the freeway? I live in the LA area so I also need a bike that can hold its own on busy socal freeways.

[CBBaron]

The Ninja 250R will definately hold its own on the freeway, and thats from a rider who is 6’2″ 220#.
It seems to me to go from 65 to 80 faster than nearly any car I have driven. It is slow compared to the supersport bikes are even good sport cars but will hold its own.
Whats more important is that it is a fun bike. It is also light and easy to learn on.
I think so many people recommend the Ninja 250R for a first bike because it offers a good bike to learn on, while still providing freeway capable performance, all at a very affordable price.

Other good sport bikes to start with are the GS500F and Ninja 500R. They are more powerful but also heavier and usually more expensive.

Craig

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