I bought this bike as my first bike. I had ridden dirt bikes as a kid and I rode my friends ninja 250 for an entire summer. I´d have to say this bike has a ridiculous amount of power and is a lot heavier than the 250 specifically 200lbs. None the less, I got used to this bike in a couple days. Its amazing. Smooth, fun, and I´ve gotten plenty of compliments. Since my father found out I bought it, I must sell it though... he pays for college. Literally, I feel like part of my soul is being ripped out. Despite its age, still an amazing bike and I will forever miss it dearly.