September 1, 2010 at 7:04 pm
#28386
Gary856
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Yes, it seems every other day someone would ask the same question, and the same answers are given. Read through the old threads and you’ll see dozens of similar threads.
I’m 6′, 170 lbs. For my first bike, I didn’t want one that’s too powerful, like a 600, nor a bike that’s smaller than necessary, like a 250. I started on a GS500 after extensive research. A Ninja 500 would be in the same category. If you just do a search on the web on GS500, you can see what everyone says about it.
I just sold my GS500 because after a year of riding it started to feel a little small physically, and I now own faster bikes, but I still strongly believe it’s the perfect beginner’s bike.