NEw Rider with Questions

I recently learned how to ride a motorcycle. My friend and I both went to our local Honda shop and looked at bikes. I found a 2001 Bandit S for 3,000$ (im not sure the milage)that im very interested in. Looking at the bike it looks in great condition. Is that a good buy? Would it be a good bike to start out with? Does anyone know how many miles to the gallon Bandits get on average? thanks.
Also if any bandit owers would just tell me a lil about the bike i would be thankful.