# Novice Bike: Ninja 250R - input/comments

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**Category:** Shift518 Automotive\
**Created:** [February 14, 2009, 12:24pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/novice-bike-ninja-250r-input-comments/242115 "2009-02-14T12:24:45Z")\
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**Post date:** [February 16, 2009, 7:17pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/novice-bike-ninja-250r-input-comments/242115/76 "2009-02-16T19:17:54Z")

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> [@FormulaLS1 \> LetItRip](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/formulals1-letitrip/14233/34):
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> They arent saying start on a Busa dude. Its a 600. I rode one with NO experience whatsoever, not even dirtbike. And im fine. Just gotta be smart

Oh I’m sorry, I forgot we are dealing with a measily 600cc supersport.

It’s only faster accelerating, top speed, cornering, braking a large amount of supercars… AND can fall over at any point in time. But of course a supercar to begin with is a great learning platform for people with no driving experience.

> **I would love to hear an actual argument point being brought up where it’s “worse” to start out on a smaller bike.**

 

**> Doesn’t even have to be a 250, can be a 500, CBR F2, F3, Suzuki GS 650 (twin).**

 

> **Even if you want a 600, please justify how a newer 600 and up is a better _learning_ platform.**

And why the hell NOT start out on a 'busa? If you’re going to be in control and have a level head, why stop at 600 or 1000, keep a good head and you will do fine on a 'busa.

You will get bored of 600 quick.

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