Hi Cazz,I have owned a 1993 model and a 2001 model ZZR 250 both exactly the same even with a 9 year age difference. They are easy to ride and very forgiving when cornering especially for an inexperienced rider. They are stable and you donĀ“t have to rev the crap out of them to make them perform like you do with the Yamaha FZR250 and Honda CBR250R. They also look like a big bike and have a comfortable riding position. Not too bad with a pillion either. Hope it helps. Good Luck