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jkv357 · 11-20-2012, 10:18 AM

The CBR250R is an excellent starter bike if she likes the sport bike look. A Ninja 250 is excellent as well, but there may be a bit more maintenance to do with a older (carbed) model - nothing major (usually) if it's running.

I never recommend purchasing a new bike as a first - especially a 250. Many people think they "outgrow" a 250 almost immediately and sell it to "upgrade" - at a big loss. If you buy and older model be prepared to do some maintenance - tires, fluid changes, adjustments, all commonly get neglected.

Of the two, the CBR has some advantages for the new rider IMO, but either would be a good choice. Make sure she has money for full gear and signs-up for a MSF training course. You won't find any Ninja 400s in the US.

Jay

11-20-2012, 10:18 AM	#13 (permalink)
jkv357 Master EcoModder Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: WI Posts: 473 Thanks: 157 Thanked 77 Times in 55 Posts	The CBR250R is an excellent starter bike if she likes the sport bike look. A Ninja 250 is excellent as well, but there may be a bit more maintenance to do with a older (carbed) model - nothing major (usually) if it's running. I never recommend purchasing a new bike as a first - especially a 250. Many people think they "outgrow" a 250 almost immediately and sell it to "upgrade" - at a big loss. If you buy and older model be prepared to do some maintenance - tires, fluid changes, adjustments, all commonly get neglected. Of the two, the CBR has some advantages for the new rider IMO, but either would be a good choice. Make sure she has money for full gear and signs-up for a MSF training course. You won't find any Ninja 400s in the US. Jay Last edited by jkv357; 11-20-2012 at 02:32 PM..