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[QUOTE="justalonewolf007, post: 1283988, member: 77294"] These factors seem to be the most determining in my suggestion. First off, do you have friends, or know anyone that rides? How close is a location where you can legally ride? Also, Plan to spend about 500$ in gear. On a dirtbike, taking a spill is absolutely gauranteed no matter how nicely you ride. Helmet and goggles: MUST!!! Quality over the ankle boots (Motocross style preferred): MUST!!! Chest Protector: Very important!!! Gloves: Save your fingers from the evils of scraped knuckles These are the bare essentials, and can be found by visiting almost any dealer. If they don't have something in your size, shop around online. Do not ride without them. Now we'll get to the bikes: No. Off brand or "knockoff" bikes will end up costing you more in the long run because they are NOT reliable. Some of these bikes can be unsafe due to their cheap nature. Parts will be hard to find, dealers don't usually stock parts for these bikes either. Stick with the better known brands like Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha, and KTM. Pros: the price is right, it's a two-stroke (easier to maintain), and the frame would be big enough to handle your size. Cons: A 2-stroke 250 is a wickedly powerful bike. If you accidently drop the clutch, it will really take off on you. If you accidently grab too much throttle, it will take off on you. As it is an older bike, some parts might be very worn out on it (suspension is usually very worn out by this time). Given, some individuals have learned to ride on bikes like this, I don't suggest it. This one is pretty doggone old. You can do better for your money. Because it's older, the power might not be as scarey fast. However, given your lack of experience with wrenching on bikes, I wouldn't suggest this one either. This looks like a neat package, but I am thinking that the bike might be too much for learning on (the seller's broken ankle might give you a little hint?). It is a 2-stroke, but they are wickedly powerful. Those that own them will testify to it. Again, these bikes have been ridden by beginners, but if you don't know the basics of shifting, you could easily ruin your new toy, not to mention yourself! I would suggest looking into this one a little. It would be fantastic to learn on, as it has fairly good power (it is a 4-stroke) without the wild fear factor involved in the 2-stroke 250s. Being as it's a non-racing 4-stroke, it should take very little maintence (regular oil changes, clean the air filter every few rides). Optimally, you should look into getting either a Honda XR250 (a 4-stroke bike I recommend to many, beginners or those looking to upgrade to a bigger style). They have lots of power, but it is extremely user friendly. They are also bullet proof, last forever, and need minimal maintenence. Also, you don't need to pre-mix gas and oil as you would have to do with the 2-stroke. Another good choice for you would be a Honda CRF 250 F (not the R) model. For a new rider, with a height and weight like yours, they should be the right size. Do not get the KLX 125. You are way to big for that size of a four-stroke bike (it is made for someone at very least a foot shorter than you). Once you learn a little about riding, it will run out of power in two days. The YZ "Beast" sounds like it's been very tuned. This would mean way more power than necessary, and highly tuned bikes tend to be more difficult to maintain at that level. Also, it seems to be rather overpriced compared to other bikes of it's year and condition. Hopefully, this short novel will have helped you a little...If you have any questions, post, and I'll (or someone with even more experience and knowledge) will get back to you! :) Good luck! [/QUOTE]
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