Beginner's Motorcycle: 250R? FZ6? Other?

[StabbyJoe89]

Hi, I'm 18 years old. I have been driving for 2.5 years, but never ridden a motorcycle. My university has a motorcycle licensing course which I will take end of January. I am wondering what motorcycle to buy over the summer as my first bike. I was really amazed that the 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R is only $3,500!!! Is 250cc enough? I heard it can pull 109 with a 240lbs guy. I am 5'10", 170lbs male. I don't want too much power cause I don't wanna crash, but isn't 250cc really little? Money is also a big issue which is why I like the way the 2008 250R is looking. I could pay that in cash even. FZ6 looks perfect, but is more expensive? Worth it? I plan to use this motorcycle for inner city riding, as well as interstate driving occasionally (college to home ~ 150-250 miles). Also, could someone give me an insurance ballpark (never had an accident). Thanks so much!!!

[tiggertrance]

once you take the class and get your license, go to your local deal and sit on the bikes and even take them out for a test drive. See what fits you best.

I defenintly would say nothing lower then a 250cc, but start out with something you feel comforable on. I started on a 250 and worked my way up to a Harley Fatboy.