My boyfriend wants to get a motorcycle a 2008 kawasaki ninja 250r?

is this a good bike? how much does it usually cost? Anybody have some input on whether its worth getting it as a second means of transportation?


Thanks!|||The 250 is a great starting bike. His height and weight is just fine for a 250. I wouldn't suggest getting anything bigger until he has had some experience. 2008 and up ninja 250's usually go for around $3500-4000 used. You can get older ones for much cheaper but they do not look as nice. Also have him look into the new Honda CBR250 and the Hyosung GT250.





Also make sure he gets the right gear to start riding, most people do not realize that it takes a lot to get started in riding motorcycles. License fee's, insurance and registration on top of a good quality helmet, gloves, and riding jacket at the very least are all additional costs that are not usually factored into the price of owning a motorcycle.





P.S. Make sure he doesn't get a big head and try to buy a bigger sport bike off the bat. Most of the people who I ride with on 600's and 1000's probably are still unable to ride a 250 at its full potential.|||People who want 500cc and larger motorcycles want the motorcycle for recreation, for fun. People who want motorcycle for transportation know that the 250R is as an excellent for *any* person, new or experienced. Personally I prefer the 2007 and earlier 250R's -- a inch smaller, 45 pounds lighter, and thus quicker and easier to ride.|||The 2008 Ninja 250r has a seat height of 30.5 inches and is well suited for someone 5'9". It will top out at over 100 mph and does the 1/4 mile faster than most cars. That should be enough power. You can find the value of motorcycles at Kelly Blue book site. KBB.com/motorcycles This bike was designed with the beginner in mind. The only drawback with the Ninja is it is not well suited for carrying a passenger.|||I know someone that has a 250 ninja and it is a good commuter bike. He said that it works kind of hard when going on the interstate but around town or on highways it's plenty of bike.|||250 is a great starter bike because it is fairly safe. A 500 is twice the power and it is best to start from lower power and work your way up. Hope this helps!