[Hethj7]

I would basically agree with everything said.

As far as cc size, I would go for the 600. I started on a 600 with no bike experience at all and did fine with it. I fell over on it (not really a wreck at all) the first day I had it with very minimal damage but have not laid it down or knocked it over since (also knocking on wood....I almost hate to even say I haven't laid it over). My buddy started on a Ninja 250, which I'll admit would have been a lot easier to learn on due mainly to the its light weight, but he got bored with it quickly. He has now sold it and gotten a 600.