Hey chris, once this snow melts we can finally hit Jersey city and you can ride the KX 125 I have before I sell it ,just to get a feel for that type of bike..If your looking to start racing and jumping, a 250 is going to be way too much for you trust me. I have owned a couple of 125 and about 3 250s. The 125 is much easier to throw around. The 250 tends to get from under you some time, and one mistake can cost you big time!! PM me and we can talk form there!