[Sunfighter]

Originally Posted by Raid3n

the 250's hold their value well, so if you buy used, you have a very good chance to at least break even. you might even make a bit if you find the right person. they are also cheaper than 600's, so that means more money to spend on your gear.

when you're budgeting for your bike, don't forget to budget for gear too. even if you just get helmet, boots, jacket, gloves, that is potentially 700+ in gear. ymmv on pricing. i would say start with at least helmet jacket and gloves. but get proper boots asap.

i started on a 1978 GS400, and i didn't have proper boots, but i wore my steeltoes, so it wasn't as bad.

but realistically, a pair of Alpinestar SMX5 can be had for around 200.
HJC helmets are decently priced at around 150-200
gloves depending on leather or mesh. shorty or gauntlet could be from 50-400
for jackets the options are endles, and usually start around 150 i think.

i'm in the camp of getting a 250 as a starter, you'll learn to control a bike better on the smaller bike because it is lighter, and you can wring it's neck.

starting on a 600 is like holding a lit bottle rocket in your hand. you're always fearful of it, and it might blow up in your face. as a new rider you would always be babying the bike, and that is good for neither you nor the bike.

there is plenty of time to upgrade in the future, why jump into the 10m part of the pool on your first day of swimming lessons?

Awesome post! Totally agree.