[dsn_klr650] newbie needs bike

[Kurt Simpson]

> I'm new to motorcycling and looking for something to start off on. > Suggestions made to me include getting a 250cc or smaller bike, and a used > dual sport to abuse to death as I learn. I will be primarily riding around > the streets, going to/from classes, etc. I came upon two such bikes in my > area, a '91 KLR 250 and a '92 Honda NX250. Someone had also suggested the > Sherpa to me but I'm sorta poor and need to spend $$ on safety equipment > too. > > Anyway, what are the differences between the KLR and the NX? Is one better > suited for my needs than the other? How do you prevent thiefs from taking > your saddle bags?

I'm not sure of your budget but if you could afford $2200-$2,500 you could get a nice DR350SE and be set for many years of riding... Kurt