Looking to pickup a bike for this summer. I have my eyes all over craigslist, have cash ready to go whenever. Not too picky…I would like a naked sportbike, but wouldnt mind a vulcan or something similar!
Since you are a new rider, I would suggest something like this:
http://www.nyspeed.com/showthread.php?215198-2009-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-with-extended-factory-warranty
An excellent bike to learn on. I know it’s not your “ideal” bike, but hey you could learn on it this year and sell it for just about what you bought it for next spring. By then you’ll have a much better understanding about what you really “want” from a bike.
Good luck!