I have had a Ninja 250 and a Blast at the same time. The Ninja is a fast little machine only at very high RPM,handling is decent and the seat height is a little tall for any person over 5'4" The Blast is exactly what the name implies,a lot of torque,handles very well and is just about bullet proof.Short riders can get a low profile seat that fit someone under 5'4" Just my 2 cents GLWS !!!