Sincerely all is about taste.
Try a doble pourpose bike. Ask to a dealer to try one. They are cheaper, comfortable, easy to drive, and low mantainance & repairs. Just pocket money.
This "Trail bikes" (the ones with mirrors and directional lights) are very friendly with the beginners, because you don't need to gear plenty of times. And they use to have very comfortable place for your passenger. Driving a sports bike is difficult.
By the way, with this saving, invest in a good helmet, gloves, a bike jacket, and a pair of boots.
Get a good driving school, or at least ask your friends to give you some advice and tips.
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