Picked up a 2008 c 50 for the wifes first bike, rode it for about 75 miles. I think it will be a easier bike for her to learn on. Short seat height, wide bars and big tires. Already has a small dent in the tank and the crash bar is a bit scuffed. I am sure she will just add to them. But it looks like when she falls over at the stop light, turn signals and mirrors should be good and the crash bar will keep the tank from hitting....perfect. Gladius looked kinda expensive when dropped, kinda like the king hey

Myself I don't care for the vibes and low power

Its a good bike to learn on. I still have a 2007 M50 (same bike but with better styling) and my girlfriend learned to ride on mine very easily. With only 50hp on tap its easy to stay out of trouble lol.

If the pipes haven;t been drilled out already that should be the first mod. It really gives the bike a great sound and its free if you already have the tools. Look here for all the mods

http://www.motorcycle-journal.com/forum/marauder-m50-secret-hideaway/35241-m50-links-tutorials.html