I own both 2009 GSXR 600 and 2008 Honda Rebel 250. I recommend you get both, 250 for commuting and GSXR for joy ride. Take MSF course before thinking of jumping on any bike. If you are 5'6", the GSXR is the best fit for you, you could touch both feet with boots on comfortably. R6 and Ninja ZX6R seats are a bit higher, CBR is about the same with GSXR but the doesn't look and perform as well as the GSXR. Deals are crazy right now as the riding season is almost over. In the 600cc superbike category, Suzuki GSXR is the best of all. CBR is boring, Ninja and Ninja Monster ZX6R is TOO GREEN ( i dont like green), Yamaha R6 is good but a bit tall for you 33.2 is the seat height. But only those are in your price range. Forget BMW and Ducati Superbike, too expensive for first bike. If you pay it off you can opt for Liability Insurance Coverage only and add medical and life insurance as well. Lien requires full coverage. Everyone knows riding is your choice of taking risk, so its your decision to ride or not to ride. TAKE MSF COURSE, NOW.

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2002 X5 3.0 Siena Red
Premium, Cold Weather, Rear Climate Packages, 19" Wheels
Aluminum Running Boards, Clear Tail Lights, Clear Side Markers
Titanium Kidney Grills, Titanium Trunk Lid, Xenon Headlights
4.6is X5 exhausts, 35% Tint, Aluminum Pedals
2005 530I Mystic Blue
Premium Package, Sport Package, Xenon Headlights
18" Sport Wheels, 35% Tint all around
Mods to come: M-Tech Front Bumper, M5 Side Skirts, M5 Rear Bumper
Quad Exhausts, Style 172 19" Wheels