A common questioned asked by those keen to purchase the bike, so I thought I'd answer it! Don't forget to like, comment and SUBSCRIBE!! #motovlog #rebel500 #honda #highway
As a beginner rider, this video is very informational. I'm currently looking for bikes to get and the Rebel 500 seems to be the best, especially since I plan on daily riding my motorcycle to and from work, and was concerned how it would handle on the freeway (I've heard 500cc bikes struggle). This helps me solidify my decision! Definitely subbing!
35+ years ago in Las Vegas, I bought a used 1984 Honda CM450, chain driven, 6-speed overdrive that I roved from San Diego to Dixie National Forest in SW Utah, Death Valley to North Pole AZ. Put 10,000+ miles a year on that beast while I worked up in the Nevada Sierras 4 days out of every week. I had no problem keeping up with highway traffic on a smaller, older tech bike. What’s more important than having 2 or 3 times the engine size is proper ergonomics, developing skills, road strategy, situational awareness, and wearing good gear to cut dow on fatigue, so you’re not exhausted after an hour. For example, riding inndesert or hot conditions, don’t ride with bare skin or short sleeves. Pour cold water in your helmet liner , wear a wet bandana around your neck, dampen your shirt, and wear an armored mesh riding jacket so you don’t get sun baked, dehydrated and weak. Unlike this amateur.
Who you callin an amateur hahaha, do i condone the lack of gear? No will i regret it if i stack? Yes. Will i still do it? Probably hahaha as long as you yourself ride safe, i am happy
I have a 2023 Rebel 500 . I can ride all day at 75 and 80 Mph with no issues. I also find the seat quite comfortable. Many find the stock seats of their bikes to need replacing.but I'm fine with it.
@@sergeantwombat could be a location thing, I just know where I’m from and what you were on in the video I would consider a freeway. A highway or more like a 2-4 lane road going thru the country or middle of nowhere where
Yeah I’m from the US and a freeway is usually 2-6 lanes wide and goes through/connects cities. Where highways are 1-2 lanes and they connect towns. At least thats what I have noticed 😂
Motorway in Scotland.. just to be a (unt lol Appreciate the vid. Looking at changing from the Duke 390 to the rebel. Want something that is more comfortable to sit at higher speeds over time and does not feel like it’s baws are in a vice.
@@awrightmate5826rebel is a tad quicker and just feels better imo, the 390 always felt like it was rattling a lot on full throttle. Both bikes are fun but rebel is just better over all. The rc390 obvs was a bit snappier for handling but duh haha
@@sergeantwombat heart is set on the rebel. This confirms things. Will miss the handling of the Duke, slow speed snd mid speed cornering is a dream. Thought about the Vulcan S for bit as my ar$e fell in love. Love tons of things about the rebel but the exhaust needs to go as well as the seat as my hole cannot park it’s self on thst for hours. Once again cheers
Hey, you seem like an expert on motorcycles and im thinking of getting a rebel 500 when im 16, just to get to places, i just want to know if its a good pick as i saw a lot of vids mention its the best cruiser, and if its good quality and reliable. Thank you!
Small engine, light weight, great seating position, nimble, humble power. The rebel is a perfect commuter with plenty of oomf for a first bike and doesnt look bad either. If recommend it in a heart beat!
@@sergeantwombat thank you so much, I looked through some other videos and saw they listed the 500 as "the best cruiser" and "the most reliable", so I figured going into your videos to dig in some more info, and I did get it. Anyway, thank you, you earned a new sub!
@@sergeantwombat Yeah good idea, I'll join the discord, but you won't see any rides yet, I still got a few years until I can drive a bike, but I will be interested to see what the community offers!
brother i hope you reply to this but is 6'1 and 215lbs too big for this bike? im on a tight budget and its my first bike ever so i dont wanna commit to something i cant put upgrades to, waht do you think
In America we also call these "Freeway"s Highways are more like 2-4 lane roads leading between towns and cities directly. Freeways have on ramps and exits.
Might be stupid but my friend said if you been on a bicycle that you can practice with that just put a helmet on and practice your slow turns is that true
@@sergeantwombat thank you my friend just told me get used to looking where you wanna go not ground like we do on bicycle and the way we turn and stuff have a dealership that will pay my msf if I bought a rebal from them
3:00 😂😂😂 Nice save and good job maintaining your composure afterwards. Good bikers know how to hit an unexpected bump and not fall off. Hold on but don't force it and let it stabilize itself. Great reaction to the sudden wobble man that's some good riding. Especially considering it was ONE HANDED 😂 NICE
Seat can get a lil how ya going after a few hours, but thats an easy fix! Forward control kit from red dragon is also probs good if you need them controls
I've did a 6 hour road trip from San Antonio to Dallas Tx it wasn't that bad tbh but it ain't no Harley Road Glide or Honda Goldwing comfort It's definitely doable just take breaks when needed
@sergeantwombat connect with me later on. I'll get you some cool clothing for your rides. Also seeing your rides, you may appear close to where wr live
Rebel 500 isnt restricted lol, the engine just isnt able to keep going faster. So the rebel 1100 stops at like 160kph and the 500 cant do more than 171kph
hey, around the same height here, 2m tall, you will buy forward controls for more comfort for sure, but you can definitely drive it easily, the key points I can give after three weeks of riding are : - you won't ever drop it, considering we're tall af for a low seat and center of gravity - you'll quickly get the habit of adjusting your legs for a stop and takeoff, you won't ever have your legs going straight from your seat to the top, they'll always be either forward on the ground or cramped when at a stop - your right leg / foot will hate the stupid gearbox coming out of the frame, meaning that you can't properly grip the bike with your knees / legs, you'll get what I mean but you'll get adjusted to it - about the forward controls, I find it not comfortable to ride with cramped legs with the default pegs, you'll see yourself adjusting / changing the position of your feet to try and relax your knees / legs, better make sure you stop riding and do pauses from time to time otherwise, my first bike for A2 as well, completely first driving license, and I never sat my ass on a motorcycle 4 months ago, it's perfectly beginneer friendly, has the power when needed, the exhaust isn't obnoxious but you'll get that good deep grunt at city speeds (50km/h and less) and cracks a little when hot, so pretty cool, us tall riders just need the forward controls
@@lokopixo2338 Wow! Thanks for the detailed answer man! I’m glad to hear that It’s possible to get forward controls. Been looking at some bikes for A2 but I have the height most in mind, but after reading this i might just pull the trigger on the rebel (when I reach the age). Again, thank you 🙏
My man. I have no clue what you’re saying half the video. But I love it.
Lol why
@@sergeantwombat Because your Scottish accent is very strong. I like it though.
@@crcoggin im aussie tho lol
@@sergeantwombat🤣 and that was the moment his opinion became wrong
You talk faster than the motorcycle goes.
That i do lol
As a beginner rider, this video is very informational. I'm currently looking for bikes to get and the Rebel 500 seems to be the best, especially since I plan on daily riding my motorcycle to and from work, and was concerned how it would handle on the freeway (I've heard 500cc bikes struggle). This helps me solidify my decision! Definitely subbing!
Cheers brother, yeah you'll love this bike for you :)
My honda rebel 500(2019) used to easily do 80 but now it struggles to cruise at 75 so I go 70. Kinds of a bummer since I use it for commute everyday
Dude watch Honda cbr 300 on the highway they hold a steady comfortable 75 mph
70 mph?@@eriksanchez7286
@@tlanalytics4118dude you mean to tell me ima still struggle with a 500cc (had a 150cc and took it on the highway so much)
35+ years ago in Las Vegas, I bought a used 1984 Honda CM450, chain driven, 6-speed overdrive that I roved from San Diego to Dixie National Forest in SW Utah, Death Valley to North Pole AZ. Put 10,000+ miles a year on that beast while I worked up in the Nevada Sierras 4 days out of every week. I had no problem keeping up with highway traffic on a smaller, older tech bike. What’s more important than having 2 or 3 times the engine size is proper ergonomics, developing skills, road strategy, situational awareness, and wearing good gear to cut dow on fatigue, so you’re not exhausted after an hour. For example, riding inndesert or hot conditions, don’t ride with bare skin or short sleeves. Pour cold water in your helmet liner , wear a wet bandana around your neck, dampen your shirt, and wear an armored mesh riding jacket so you don’t get sun baked, dehydrated and weak. Unlike this amateur.
Who you callin an amateur hahaha, do i condone the lack of gear? No will i regret it if i stack? Yes.
Will i still do it? Probably hahaha as long as you yourself ride safe, i am happy
American here and I absolutely love you Aussie's accent and demeanor. I totally relate to that vibe and I love it!
Cheers matey
Really appreciate the contents! I’m new to Australia and am looking to get back to riding, your videos really help me see what it’s like! Thank you!
riding is the same everywhere! as long as both wheels are on the ground, it's a good time!
3:00 nearly witnessed a live leak
Wobbly boi
I damn near fell of my couch
@@sergeantwombat I peed a little .
I have a 2023 Rebel 500 . I can ride all day at 75 and 80 Mph with no issues. I also find the seat quite comfortable. Many find the stock seats of their bikes to need replacing.but I'm fine with it.
I got used to my seat still a bit firm tho
it stange you say that, because ALL other serious revew, and tester I read from say the opposite !
@@orangerecords_studio what can I say it is what it is. I like it no issues.
You know you can trust a man when he cusses like a sailor
Shame yt doesnt like me swearing anymore :( but it shall not break my spirit 😅😅
Us Americans say freeway AND highway. Just depends on what one you’re on
Didnt even know there's a difference
@@sergeantwombat could be a location thing, I just know where I’m from and what you were on in the video I would consider a freeway. A highway or more like a 2-4 lane road going thru the country or middle of nowhere where
Yeah I’m from the US and a freeway is usually 2-6 lanes wide and goes through/connects cities. Where highways are 1-2 lanes and they connect towns. At least thats what I have noticed 😂
Great review,Greetings from Ireland,thinking about getting me a 500🤟🇮🇪
Dewitt!
Aussie aussie aussie. Loved the video nice information and the moto vlog makes it satisfying to watch
Cheers mate! gotta rep the home land
I don't get why people complain about the speed this bike wasn't made for that, If you like speed than go for a sports bike
Tell me about it! Oh no my cruiser is made for cruising....
I really wish I could see your dash. I want to see how/where you accelerate / shift up to highway speeds. Would be cool if you changed it to MPH too…
I just shift when i feel the torque run out, i dont really watch the dash
Great video bud
Cheers mate!
Motorway in Scotland.. just to be a (unt lol Appreciate the vid. Looking at changing from the Duke 390 to the rebel. Want something that is more comfortable to sit at higher speeds over time and does not feel like it’s baws are in a vice.
Well after riding a rc390 vs the rebel, id say it certainly less intense at higher speeds lol
@@sergeantwombat yaasss. Since you have had direct comparison as well. What is the acceleration difference like?. Seem like the guy to ask
@@awrightmate5826rebel is a tad quicker and just feels better imo, the 390 always felt like it was rattling a lot on full throttle. Both bikes are fun but rebel is just better over all. The rc390 obvs was a bit snappier for handling but duh haha
@@sergeantwombat heart is set on the rebel. This confirms things. Will miss the handling of the Duke, slow speed snd mid speed cornering is a dream. Thought about the Vulcan S for bit as my ar$e fell in love. Love tons of things about the rebel but the exhaust needs to go as well as the seat as my hole cannot park it’s self on thst for hours. Once again cheers
@@awrightmate5826 love to hear it mate!
Hey, you seem like an expert on motorcycles and im thinking of getting a rebel 500 when im 16, just to get to places, i just want to know if its a good pick as i saw a lot of vids mention its the best cruiser, and if its good quality and reliable. Thank you!
Small engine, light weight, great seating position, nimble, humble power. The rebel is a perfect commuter with plenty of oomf for a first bike and doesnt look bad either.
If recommend it in a heart beat!
@@sergeantwombat thank you so much, I looked through some other videos and saw they listed the 500 as "the best cruiser" and "the most reliable", so I figured going into your videos to dig in some more info, and I did get it. Anyway, thank you, you earned a new sub!
@@eggags Im keen to see photos of your rides in the discord!
@@sergeantwombat Yeah good idea, I'll join the discord, but you won't see any rides yet, I still got a few years until I can drive a bike, but I will be interested to see what the community offers!
@@eggags No worries dude! just get to know people then theyll be happy to ride with you if they local to ya!
I’m think I want to get the 500 for my first bike.
Do it mate! Won't regret it
We call em highways, freeways, and interstates. Mate.
Road is road
American here. Yes your title did work 😂
Fantastic hahaha
brother i hope you reply to this but is 6'1 and 215lbs too big for this bike? im on a tight budget and its my first bike ever so i dont wanna commit to something i cant put upgrades to, waht do you think
You should be relatively okay to start with on it, then buy some red dragon forward controls for it then you'll be sweet!
Nice vid can you do videos of canyon carving?
Can do so mountain's, canyons are a lil way out in Victoria
In America we also call these "Freeway"s Highways are more like 2-4 lane roads leading between towns and cities directly. Freeways have on ramps and exits.
fairo, Ive heard too many variants hahaha
Might be stupid but my friend said if you been on a bicycle that you can practice with that just put a helmet on and practice your slow turns is that true
The big difference is leg drive vs engine, but many principles of bicycle riding applies to motorcycles
@@sergeantwombat thank you my friend just told me get used to looking where you wanna go not ground like we do on bicycle and the way we turn and stuff have a dealership that will pay my msf if I bought a rebal from them
@@Shadow.Shot.Airsoft awesome!
Easy 140km/h, i really see no issues in EU
We cant even do 110 on most places without cops crying here so 🙃
Thanks for the fucking review mate
You're fuckn welcome farken
we call them freeways here in america too lmao
Why so many people call em highways then
If you're in an america big city, people will say freeway. If you're in a rural area, people will say highway
Good easy definition
Is the speedo accurate
About 7ks off
3:00 😂😂😂 Nice save and good job maintaining your composure afterwards. Good bikers know how to hit an unexpected bump and not fall off. Hold on but don't force it and let it stabilize itself. Great reaction to the sudden wobble man that's some good riding. Especially considering it was ONE HANDED 😂 NICE
It's true, panicking causes way more issues than the random events half the time tbh
Bro I don't see no gear on those arms🤨
I was a naughty boi
Is it also good for long rides/long distances??
Seat can get a lil how ya going after a few hours, but thats an easy fix! Forward control kit from red dragon is also probs good if you need them controls
I've did a 6 hour road trip from San Antonio to Dallas Tx it wasn't that bad tbh but it ain't no Harley Road Glide or Honda Goldwing comfort
It's definitely doable just take breaks when needed
I say freeway and live in US
Fantastic
I am buying the same one
Hell yeah!
@sergeantwombat connect with me later on. I'll get you some cool clothing for your rides.
Also seeing your rides, you may appear close to where wr live
Get in the discord!
sprocket change?
Stock my friend
How does the 500 do over 100mph, when the 1100 is restricted to 100mph?
Rebel 500 isnt restricted lol, the engine just isnt able to keep going faster. So the rebel 1100 stops at like 160kph and the 500 cant do more than 171kph
Is 196cm too tall for this bike
Can always put forward controls on otherwise its a bit cramped
@@sergeantwombat alr thank you. Was just wondering as im looking for an A2
no stress@@Joe-md7uc
hey, around the same height here, 2m tall, you will buy forward controls for more comfort for sure, but you can definitely drive it easily, the key points I can give after three weeks of riding are :
- you won't ever drop it, considering we're tall af for a low seat and center of gravity
- you'll quickly get the habit of adjusting your legs for a stop and takeoff, you won't ever have your legs going straight from your seat to the top, they'll always be either forward on the ground or cramped when at a stop
- your right leg / foot will hate the stupid gearbox coming out of the frame, meaning that you can't properly grip the bike with your knees / legs, you'll get what I mean but you'll get adjusted to it
- about the forward controls, I find it not comfortable to ride with cramped legs with the default pegs, you'll see yourself adjusting / changing the position of your feet to try and relax your knees / legs, better make sure you stop riding and do pauses from time to time
otherwise, my first bike for A2 as well, completely first driving license, and I never sat my ass on a motorcycle 4 months ago, it's perfectly beginneer friendly, has the power when needed, the exhaust isn't obnoxious but you'll get that good deep grunt at city speeds (50km/h and less) and cracks a little when hot, so pretty cool, us tall riders just need the forward controls
@@lokopixo2338 Wow! Thanks for the detailed answer man! I’m glad to hear that It’s possible to get forward controls. Been looking at some bikes for A2 but I have the height most in mind, but after reading this i might just pull the trigger on the rebel (when I reach the age). Again, thank you 🙏
Dont have a motorcycle, dont get these videos. Why is this even a discussion with ~500 cc ?
people think anything less than a 600cc thing is useless cuz ego
Cool😊
😎😎
Can't understand what he is saying!!
Why lol
Overtaking on the right, driving right into a truck blindspot 1:30. DUDE.
We gucci dw hahaha
I mean he's in a right hand drive country so you pass on the right?
lol
Rhd country bro
Can it handle the FDR drive in NYC
It can handle anything
@@sergeantwombat offroad ?
@@leeinwis ive taken the rebel on a 4by trail lol and it passed
Good shit talking
always
Talking too mich
Gee on a video talking about the rebel handling the highway 😅😅
You must not understand how this works he supposed to talk
lmao
I bet you're fun at parties
Much*