I agree with the SV. You can upgrade the suspension which makes it a very good track bike even. I think you won't out grow it near as fast as a 250. My SV650S was my third bike and I still loved it. Didn't make as much power as I wanted but it was perfect for running around town and I rode it from California to here and it wasn't uncomfortable or weezing on the highway, even at over 100mph. Excellent bike to start on and to continue on and they can be had very cheap.