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The EX250J (08-->) has a riding position which doesn't feel comfortable to some taller riders. You may want to try one out first or get a 250F if this bothers you. The stuff below applies to the 88-07 EX250F. 

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N250RC Grand Poobah Leon is about 6'2", and he's got over 100,000 miles on one of his 250s. Many people on 250s (Jeb/Andrew/Daryl) are around 5'10"-6'. Weight is actually the more important factor; anyone over 250 lbs. or so might want to consider the [[How does the EX500 compare to the EX250?|EX500 or 650R]]. 

Jack Walshe, while seeming to have some trouble staying on the seat, isn't complaining much, and he's at least 6'4" and on the far side of 250 lbs.

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The EX250 is small, but so are most sport bikes. That's the whole idea - that they're fast and lightweight, and small. Since the dealer won't let you do any sort of test ride to see how you'll fit for a long ride, sit on the bike at the dealer for about 30-45 minutes and see how you feel. Or go find a used 250 and take it on a test ride. 

If you think you'll be too crowded on a sportbike, there are many dual sports and cruisers that may be more to your liking.