New 2023 Honda CL500 Scrambler Review: The Enfield Killer?

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  • @kokilimonke
    @kokilimonke Před rokem +153

    I cant understand why they wouldn't just put the Honda H'ness CB 350 on the European market. Coolest Honda in years! 👍

    • @Paul-kp1tu
      @Paul-kp1tu Před rokem +15

      Because it’s not good enough, Honda India make it with about 28 hp so it’s gutless like the market there seems to demand. If it was released in Australia for example it would need to compete with cb300 and Z400, MT 3 etc and they have about 35 hp or more.

    • @kokilimonke
      @kokilimonke Před rokem +30

      @@Paul-kp1tu its because its air-cooled. But 27hp is ok for a small bike. The RE Meteor have good enough sales numbers to make it to Europe, with a even more gutless engine. Less HP means less tax in many countries. I think it would sell good just by the looks, the air-cooled engines looks nicer also, so if you want to use it as a custom templet for a build, it is more attractive to the builders.

    • @IggyWildcat
      @IggyWildcat Před rokem +15

      I think you’re right. The H’ness would be a big hit in the UK and North America. They could also offer a 500 parallel twin version.

    • @mattdog1982
      @mattdog1982 Před rokem +6

      Honda missed a trick. That 350 market would’ve been theirs in Europe. Why do that though when plenty of Europeans are still being fooled into paying big bucks for a bike.

    • @tombombadilofficial
      @tombombadilofficial Před rokem +2

      Its because Honda already tried in the 90s with Honda GB series and sales were underwhelming so they scrapped it.

  • @hathaway.1166
    @hathaway.1166 Před rokem +122

    A lot of ppl may not like this bike but I just simply like the chilled vibe the bike gives off~

    • @kuldeepmakwana7242
      @kuldeepmakwana7242 Před rokem +11

      Yes, it’s ugly.

    • @bibekjung7404
      @bibekjung7404 Před rokem

      Kabir Almighty

    • @Firstlastname69
      @Firstlastname69 Před rokem +1

      Your right only one person needs to like it .

    • @unclebadger597
      @unclebadger597 Před rokem +5

      I think it looks like a great all 'rounder. Hope it comes to The States

    • @savage22bolt32
      @savage22bolt32 Před rokem +1

      @@kuldeepmakwana7242 bikes since the 70's are the result of some art & marketing scheme.
      I like the older bikes that were the result of the engineering process.
      Yeah, I'm old too, so that's my bias.

  • @dylanlamarre3768
    @dylanlamarre3768 Před rokem +14

    This bike is pretty much exactly what I want - a road bike that's not afraid to go off-road, but not an "off-road" bike.

    • @bena3341
      @bena3341 Před rokem +1

      That already exists. It's called an CB500X. This is a Scrambler in name only.

    • @everythinggaming7938
      @everythinggaming7938 Před rokem

      look at the triumph scrambler or bmw r nine t scrambler

    • @nathandalleave252
      @nathandalleave252 Před rokem +6

      @@bena3341 you and @motobob are cracking me up, so the CL500 has better ground clearance, lighter weight, comparable suspension and lower seat height than the CB500x soooooo why are yall saying it's not going to be as competent off road? from where i'm sitting id much rather have the flat seat off road than the saddle of the CB500x. both need better tires to be good off road.

  • @juanamaya4766
    @juanamaya4766 Před rokem +6

    Motobob has the best motorcycle reviews on the internet. Informative, yet entertaining. Amazing, thank you so much!

  • @K5KTM
    @K5KTM Před rokem +4

    Rode one yesterday. Fun little bike. It’s back to basics, all bike and no BS. It’s got enough power and torque to make it fun. It handles great, stops great and it’s comfortable too.

  • @bfarm44
    @bfarm44 Před rokem +18

    Failure. Honda gave us a great looking CL Scrambler prototype mock-up and settled for this cut in half fuel tank ridiculous sewer pipe exhaust instead. The designer should be flogged for this abortion.

  • @norbert_engel
    @norbert_engel Před rokem +39

    I’m personally not a fan of the Rebel, but this looks surprisingly cool despite being built on the same platform.

    • @jeniko2841
      @jeniko2841 Před 7 měsíci

      It fits me a lot better than the rebel. I have a 34 inch inseam and I'm 6' tall.

  • @guidogbd7302
    @guidogbd7302 Před rokem +13

    It's a bit expensive for the bike, but for some reason, I can't but like this little thing a lot. Simple, straightforward, sensible. It just makes sense, with its aesthetics that looks half way a concept.

  • @wsbill14224
    @wsbill14224 Před rokem +7

    I owned a 1994 Suzuki GS500 from 2007 until last year. I took that bike from 13k miles to 35k miles and it needed nothing but a clutch cable. Great bike. Not long after buying it I bought a new front sprocket with one extra tooth. It made the bike cruise wonderfully and didn't make it sluggish. It made the bike smooth as butter. It had a 6 speed gearbox so you can stay in the lower gears a little longer if you need to and I didn't. It was better with the bigger front sprocket.

  • @garyrobbins5505
    @garyrobbins5505 Před rokem

    I had a 1972 CL 350 Scrambler I bought new. Then a CB500 Four and a CB750 Four. Currently a 2010 Harley Road King. I loved riding every one and the 350 was by far the most fun! This CL500 Scrambler has me wanting one very much!

  • @whiskywhippet
    @whiskywhippet Před rokem +36

    Great to see Honda really making an effort with their bike line up after years in the doldrums.

    • @bena3341
      @bena3341 Před rokem +5

      Is this an effort? They have just taken the Rebel frame and engine and bolted on scrambler styling while not actually making it a Scrambler.

    • @mikeb1039
      @mikeb1039 Před rokem +3

      @@bena3341 non adjustable suspension, cheap parts in general.

    • @mikeb1039
      @mikeb1039 Před rokem

      an effort for the rest of the world maybe. That even looks Indian made.

    • @4akat
      @4akat Před rokem +1

      Thanks to RE for making a bike Honda had to respond to

  • @bluejayg56
    @bluejayg56 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I have always enjoyed your videos! They are so complete and informative! Looking forward to seeing many more! And greetings from Texas USA !

    • @motobob
      @motobob  Před 10 měsíci

      Many thanks for the support! 🙏

  • @mototomcambodia
    @mototomcambodia Před rokem +43

    You will have to wait for the Himalayan and the Scram 450 liquid cooled to really put RE vs Honda in a fair match up. This makes no sense to have the slug and cheaper Scram or Himalayan 411 alongside the better built (more urban, less rough) Honda.
    Damn, Honda should have really changed the design of that tank and frame. This looks like a scramlerized Rebel which is very odd to me (add the ugly exhaust and no protection under the bike) and I fall into the hater category. Stop making ugly bikes Honda...seriously!
    I expected spokes, more dirt capabilities and a more retro style from Honda. Probably a good seller but I guess good sellers are not to my taste. Sad because I wanted that scrambler so badly with that engine...what a let down!

    • @richardjones3112
      @richardjones3112 Před rokem +8

      Summed up perfectly 👍.

    • @chrisford9068
      @chrisford9068 Před rokem +4

      I agree! Looks too much like the whole Rebel lineup. If they spent so much time re-engineering the rear frame section, why couldn’t they have redesigned the bottom of the gas tank to align with the bottom of the new, flat seat pan. THAT would be a more authentic retro look. . . and couldn’t they create a slimmer exhaust/muffler???!!! Another Rebel parts bin effort.

    • @jessbailey6718
      @jessbailey6718 Před rokem +2

      @@richardjones3112You guys speak the truth such a let down. That exhaust suck and no holes for a center stand the DR 650 just is looking better.

    • @shermantincher3417
      @shermantincher3417 Před rokem +1

      Yep my first thought on the Honda is that is ugly.

  • @kristofferrydquist8384
    @kristofferrydquist8384 Před rokem +8

    Tried one today and I am a beginner. It was really friendly and very easy to ride and position on the road. Found myself really trusting the handling at once and picking lines and having fun. It’s probably the easiest and most manageable motorcycle I’ve tried so far, could ride it slow and tight. Perfect for around town riding. Also surprised that my 199cm fit on it. Tried the NC750x and CB500x and they are nice but more bike to handle. The CL500 might be simple fun and a success for Honda. I wanted one. Love the look too.

    • @PalavraVivaUSA
      @PalavraVivaUSA Před rokem +1

      Great insight!!

    • @friktionrc
      @friktionrc Před 10 měsíci

      How did you find it filtering in traffic? It’s the one thing that scares me on any bike (even bicycles) 😂

  • @jemtreays
    @jemtreays Před rokem +31

    Totally different bikes. The harris frame on the Himmie is sublime. The long stroke engine is a beauty. You can do Morocco on one. You can maintain them yourself The Himmie oozes character. Us older riders love them as it's a trip down memory lane. However as a first bike, a mile muncher, an entry to faster bikes, build quality, the honda.

  • @davidskogley3570
    @davidskogley3570 Před rokem +21

    Good video! I am a bit surprised you don't "get" the Enfield, as even if it is slow and underpowered, it gives most riders a real sense of satisfaction and a realization that you don't need tons of power or money to have a good time on a very competent bike. As opposed to the Honda, the Enfield's engine has a wonderful "old school" feel to. And I think the Enfield designers have really hit the nail on the head when it comes to creating a great mixture of old and new. That said, I totally agree with you that Honda missed an opportunity to make their scrambler more retro. The tank just doesn't look right.

    • @motobob
      @motobob  Před rokem +7

      Well for me there's a sweet spot of enough power to be fun, but not so much that it's unnecessary or overpowered for road use. For me the RE fell well below the fun threshold...

    • @davidskogley3570
      @davidskogley3570 Před rokem +1

      @@motobob I guess we have different sweet spots!

    • @creepy448
      @creepy448 Před rokem +1

      Expensive and Lower Ground Clearance.
      Not for fat and overweight people as it looks TINY.

  • @axelotl86
    @axelotl86 Před rokem

    Had the first CB500F with this engine in 2014 and it’s a little gem. It can do everything.

  • @takeit1229
    @takeit1229 Před rokem +10

    I mean c'mon it's just a rebel 500 with a different look. The Scram is at least based on a capable platform, I don't like Honda's approach to the scrambler even if I like Honda better as a brand and I would buy their bike all things being equal.
    I'm also certain RE will be making a more powerful Himi and Scram soon, they see the competition and all they're lacking is a bit of power.

  • @victorgonza4528
    @victorgonza4528 Před rokem

    That’s right the Enfield come with the custom rust pipes , you reminded me there nicely done

  • @peterford9369
    @peterford9369 Před rokem +6

    Basics are good. Less to break. Honda is definitely great with R&D. And quality is way more. My opinion obviously. But having to have had 2 Hondas over the years, my thought. I don't know about RE. Just what I've heard. Mostly in comparison to triumphs.
    But I do like the looks of this bike. And if I were 30 years younger, I'd check it out. 😂.
    Thanks again for another great review. 👍👍

  • @GO-fd6rm
    @GO-fd6rm Před rokem +30

    If anything has the potential to be an ‘Enfield Killer’ it’s Honda’s CB/GB 350. Similar in appearance to the Hunter 350, basically a baby Bonneville.
    However, it’s nonexistent outside of Indianand Japan- Honda needs to give it a chance in the US and Europe. I dare say increasingly more people in the UK are interested in low-CC retros.

    • @ShikiKaze
      @ShikiKaze Před rokem +1

      It'll eat into their CB300R / CMX300 market so I highly doubt they will bring it over. I would love a GB350 in the US market but knowing Honda they will always be the last guy to the party. Always, and that generally works for them in the car market but in the motorcycle market it's a terrible market strategy. Trends move quick and die fast.

    • @SurajSinghTomarArya
      @SurajSinghTomarArya Před rokem +2

      Yes, I believe GB350 would do well in Europe but as it still doesn't have the feel of Enfield. People buy Enfield for the feel it gives. GB350 also has very tall gearing which no one likes.

    • @STho205
      @STho205 Před rokem +1

      If the CB/CL 500s are 5999, then the CB/GL 350s are going to be 5499 at lowest, since the small RE are about 5000. Honda need not drop it any lower since the MT03 is in that range.
      So will you save $500£ but get 27hp over 47hp with water cooling and ABS. I'd buy the 500x or CL

    • @easy8077
      @easy8077 Před rokem

      But tbh, if anything I'd love to see he Honda Hawk 11 make it to Europe/US

    • @samarthakur4u
      @samarthakur4u Před rokem

      If this cl500 is launched in India at pricing below royal Enfield 650 twin , then it can surely bring in real good sales and buyers will get good option.

  • @kevskibiz
    @kevskibiz Před rokem +1

    Great Vid Bob … as always, I would like to try this little Honda, looks like a great simple to ride and own commuter, as well as a bit of fun, I am assuming great on juice as well 👊

  • @AgricUltra
    @AgricUltra Před rokem

    Love it, especially in that colour scheme, with the white accessories. Better tyres, and off you go!

  • @rocinantenomad4698
    @rocinantenomad4698 Před rokem +1

    I love my CB500X 2019... but this, this is everything.

  • @ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA
    @ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA Před rokem +2

    cool bike! i love the himmy for off road/on road yes it's slow but soooooo good for 70% off road
    this bike seems like a fun ripper on tarmac
    hope all is well sir 🎉

  • @christosswc
    @christosswc Před rokem +6

    I'd definitely put this on top of my list for my next bike, if it were not for the Kawasaki Z650RS.

  • @thatren7179
    @thatren7179 Před rokem +50

    This is a good looking bike. I think they've hit that single bike highway/city commuter sweet spot in terms of power without then loosing out too much on fuel economy. The Scram411 is just that tiiiiny bit under powered if you need to mix in highway speeds into your daily commute.

    • @TerraMagnus
      @TerraMagnus Před rokem +2

      It’ll be interesting if RE punches out their existing engines a bit and tried to get a bit more power for western buyers without jacking the price up much. I own an Interceptor 650 (and have been riding a long time), and it seems like RE is really coming into its own now.

    • @radarroi27
      @radarroi27 Před rokem +1

      ​@@TerraMagnus they have a 450cc Himalayan coming around by this year end, which is expected to be more powerful and with a lots of features. .. the initial launch is in India and probably will take couple of months to launch outside. . .

    • @Win7ermu7e
      @Win7ermu7e Před rokem +1

      Looks to me like they are going after the Svartpilen 401 more than the RE.

    • @Roger_Ramjet
      @Roger_Ramjet Před rokem +4

      I'm not seeing anything good looking there

    • @Roger_Ramjet
      @Roger_Ramjet Před rokem

      ​@@TerraMagnus love my 650 gt. It's the real deal. Waiting for the scrambler 650 version!

  • @midcitygym
    @midcitygym Před rokem

    Love the look of this bike, takes me back to my youth.

  • @TT-ch2pz
    @TT-ch2pz Před rokem +16

    I think this bike is going to be a classic and sell very well. I dig the colors on your test bike. A set of wide 50/50 tires would look good on this bike.

    • @mottorcyle5052
      @mottorcyle5052 Před rokem

      If you're American or Canadian that's the only colour we're getting.

    • @friktionrc
      @friktionrc Před 10 měsíci

      ⁠@@mottorcyle5052is that a problem though? A lot of vids I see from riders in the US/Canada seem to custom paint their bikes anyway ….granted you may not be one though lol (if so, my bad mate)

  • @cosmiccharlie8294
    @cosmiccharlie8294 Před rokem +2

    Thinking of one of these for a mellow gravel road cruiser.

    • @williamrae9954
      @williamrae9954 Před rokem

      When I first was shown,I realised this is the bike for my Americas trip,I even contacted Acerbis and Nomad about larger tanks(UK Acerbis was a waste of a phone call,I'd be better flying to Italy). Most offroad CB500X parts should fit(same wheels etc),low,comfy seat,economical, reliable, what's not to like?

  • @onecookieboy
    @onecookieboy Před rokem +1

    There are a ton of near new, low milage Himalayans for sale here in New Zealand and while no one is really saying why they are getting rid of their near new bike, I suspect the lack of power is a big factor. The CL500 looks like the perfect first 'big' bike or commuter.

  • @robcreel4257
    @robcreel4257 Před rokem

    I'd have to ride both before I bought either, but I do like the look of the Honda straight off.

  • @pdbordelon
    @pdbordelon Před rokem

    I love it! Glad Honda is offering something different and cool! I ride a Kawasaki z900rs and a Ducati Desert Sled.

  • @diversityhobbit
    @diversityhobbit Před rokem +3

    looks great

  • @noelenejeffries6264
    @noelenejeffries6264 Před rokem

    I like the new CL500 especially with the accessory screen and plastics. Like the orange color-way the best.

  • @andrewmeek624
    @andrewmeek624 Před 4 měsíci

    Great review...thanks.

  • @garrywright3380
    @garrywright3380 Před rokem +1

    Enjoyed the review very much but would have liked to hear more about the Honda CL ‘s performance

  • @wandering_armadillo
    @wandering_armadillo Před rokem

    Nice to check you channel from time to time: you excel and well edited content and great commentary. Nice front end on the bike but side profile has a bit too much of a Rebel vibe for my liking.

  • @Foodgeek
    @Foodgeek Před rokem +4

    I'll wait for the CL1100 ;)

  • @Kevin-hp5fk
    @Kevin-hp5fk Před rokem +1

    Real shame we're not getting this in Canada. Had my eye on this as my first new bike as an upgrade to what I'm on now.

  • @rogerkay8603
    @rogerkay8603 Před rokem +2

    I had a Rebel 500 for a week as a hire bike when my KTM Duke was written off and hated it. Wouldn't be put off this but the CB500X is a batter bet I'd say for my money.

  • @marcomasetti2260
    @marcomasetti2260 Před rokem +8

    Not sure about a bike killing another one, but if I have to pick one, I think the new X-ride 650 Trail from Mash is what most of us wanted from Royal Enfield: a simple, reliable, light, single cylinder trail bike.

  • @kalaharimine
    @kalaharimine Před rokem +1

    Wow, the classic CL looks fantastic with the wired rims and chrome. Just give it a modern motor, upgrade the brakes and suspension and other small tweaks, but keep it classic.

  • @BoZhaoengineering
    @BoZhaoengineering Před rokem

    This bike is beautiful! I like both rebel and this scrambler

  • @BioHorror
    @BioHorror Před rokem +2

    Great Video, Agreed...I like the looks of it but it's a road bike (rebel) masquerading as a scrambler like everyone else's scrambler. Whereas the Enfield scram is built off an Adventure Bike, the Himalayan. For offroad I'd choose the Royan Enfield all day long but I'm not itchy boots so the CL500 wins.

  • @tdeloriea
    @tdeloriea Před rokem +16

    Let's face it, the fact that Honda is competing with Royal Enfield is a picture of the motorcycling industry's race to the bottom. Those of us from the glory days of Honda wish for a bit more. I think I'll jump into a time machine and buy a spanking new VT500 Ascot. Ah, we didn't appreciate them back then with our lust for V4 victory. Today they would be a tour de force in that entry level spot.

    • @verlinswarey507
      @verlinswarey507 Před rokem +1

      Never thought of it quite like that! But I think you’re exactly right.

    • @IggyWildcat
      @IggyWildcat Před rokem +2

      Agreed. Also, the Nighthawk of the early 80’s with a couple of modern updates would be a great bike today.

    • @skymningforelsket1302
      @skymningforelsket1302 Před rokem +2

      The 1980s was the high water mark of Japanese motorcycle innovation

    • @mattdog1982
      @mattdog1982 Před rokem +2

      Is it about accessibility though.? People and especially the young don’t have money to throw around on motorcycles. £10k plus on something you use twice a year in the uk is ridiculous. These are all year round bikes.

    • @morri03
      @morri03 Před rokem +1

      The VT500 was a pile then it would be hideous now

  • @philtucker1224
    @philtucker1224 Před rokem +8

    I prefer the mechanical spec of the 500 twin Honda although the tank is a bit too similar to the rebel and looks a bit diminutive for this version. A deeper, squarer looking tank with side Knee pads would be great.

    • @blackskunk54
      @blackskunk54 Před rokem +1

      Tank is too small for me and the exhaust looks too much. Tank 12L, MPL 16.8 = 201 range. Shame, apart from that it looks great and I would consider buying one. Colours are much better than the new transalp.

    • @TheAnnoyingBoss
      @TheAnnoyingBoss Před rokem

      Idk man. Theyre better at engines compared to fuel tanks.

  • @FourIntoOne
    @FourIntoOne Před rokem +10

    I like the idea of it .....but......it doesn't hide its rebel underpinnings quite enough for me and the engine (whilst decent and peppy enough) with its 180 crank just isn't very interesting- crying out for the 270 treatment like just about everything else these days... I had a cb 500x for a while (which I think is the pick of the bunch with this powerplant) and in the end the boring nature of the engine made me sell it.

    • @gregm9230
      @gregm9230 Před rokem

      Yes, seems like that's what almost everyone says about the 500 engine!

    • @luciustitius
      @luciustitius Před 11 měsíci

      Had a CB 450s as my first bike - will not by a CL until they put the 270 crank in it. Period.

  • @famousj6
    @famousj6 Před rokem

    Wearing elsinor 2's! I love icon gear, especially these boots.

  • @TheKevphil
    @TheKevphil Před rokem +3

    I *_LOVE_* the look of the old CL450, especially the DOHC air-cooled engine. Honda should re-release that model, with some of the mechanical shortcomings addressed.

  • @maximusdecimusmeridius
    @maximusdecimusmeridius Před rokem +1

    Scram 450 is on it’s way!

  • @CaseyJones88
    @CaseyJones88 Před rokem +6

    For me only downside of this bike is 180 crank...
    It can go off road I'm sure of it, just like old sleds and scramblers can, it just need a bit of customisation.
    I will wait for proper RE scrambler 450/650 and then decide what to buy.

  • @martinehulme8743
    @martinehulme8743 Před rokem

    I like it, I've had a cb500f great confidence builder, great engine, I do plan though on buying a Enfield hunter as a second bike, there's something fulfilling on reving something's nuts off 😂

  • @turvyjj9232
    @turvyjj9232 Před rokem

    Beautiful Seville, bella Sevilla!

  • @bigjoe4020
    @bigjoe4020 Před rokem +1

    Here in Oz, Honda seems to have real problems putting bikes on the showroom floor. The 2 bikes that have my interest are the CB500X and even more so the Transalp. My dealer can't even tell me when they will get any, let alone have either on the floor to test ride. End of the year is what I am hearing. Interestingly most other manufacturers while suffering shortages are nowhere near this bad.
    All well and good to make nice bikes but not much use of you can't get your hands on them. Meanwhile RE has bikes by the truckload at every dealer in just about every color on the floor to ride away now.

  • @TroggyPK
    @TroggyPK Před rokem +12

    they nailed the asthetics on this one, one of the better looking and sounding hondas to come out for a while i'd say

    • @ivanbrasla
      @ivanbrasla Před rokem +12

      I disagree, I think is one of the worst looking and sounding Hondas for a while

    • @richardjones3112
      @richardjones3112 Před rokem +1

      @@ivanbrasla Could have been so much better.

    • @MauriceTarantulas
      @MauriceTarantulas Před rokem +1

      ​@@ivanbrasla I agree looks bland to me.

    • @mototomcambodia
      @mototomcambodia Před rokem +8

      One of the worst design ever from Honda. That cruiser type design and frame and the horrendous exhaust make it look terrible, not mentioning scrambler accessories for a bike that cannot scramble.
      It was made for sales not for riding. It is a nice marketing selling machine.

    • @peterwilson8039
      @peterwilson8039 Před rokem +2

      I'm not really a fan of the looks but it's a HUGE improvement on the Rebel that it's based on.

  • @lomate1963
    @lomate1963 Před rokem +2

    Has the power the the scram needs i would the take CL its a nice looking bike 👍🏻

  • @shardlake
    @shardlake Před rokem +17

    Scram looks better, the CL has the extra pep to make it more usable for me, test ride will seal the deal. Also should have mentioned the huge difference in service intervals over the RE

    • @sidecarmisanthrope5927
      @sidecarmisanthrope5927 Před rokem +1

      The Honda will be more reliable, have better resale value, will out live the RE and will sit on highway speeds all day. No contest.

    • @shardlake
      @shardlake Před rokem

      @Devil Bird Not sure which bit your question is about. If its servicing, 3000 miles for the SCRAM - 8000 miles for the CL - so certainly for me that would be 2 services a year for the SCRAM 1 for the CL

    • @shardlake
      @shardlake Před rokem

      @Devil Bird Air cooled v Water cooled the oil gets much more variation of temps in air cooled so takes more of a beating, also older style valve adjusters on SCRAM - easy to work on but more prone to getting out of alignment. SCRAM will certainly be easier to DIY servicing.

    • @turvyjj9232
      @turvyjj9232 Před rokem

      But services for the RE will be cheaper than for the Honda. RE can also be serviced by the owner more easily.

    • @shardlake
      @shardlake Před rokem

      @@turvyjj9232 3 services to the others one, not going to be that cheap...

  • @jonathancarson1974
    @jonathancarson1974 Před rokem

    It will do well from 3rd party tweaks. The bones of the bike are dependable but it needs more 'retro-fied' to look good.

  • @jduarte1506
    @jduarte1506 Před rokem

    Good video, excellent bike, a comparison with the YAMAHA, FANTIC, ROYAL etc. would be good to see the ideal bike in this segment since Ducati Scrambler and Triumph is in another segment

  • @sambel-mon601
    @sambel-mon601 Před rokem

    Can't wait to try it! ❤😎👍😍

  • @markmcintosh7095
    @markmcintosh7095 Před rokem +18

    I'll take a Honda over the Royal Enfield any day.

  • @davidsilsby5195
    @davidsilsby5195 Před rokem

    Great review. I'd be interested to se a review in comparison to the Benelli Leoncino 500.

  • @ssrc30
    @ssrc30 Před měsícem

    The SCL500 is an excellent bike and now that the wife works for Honda I may pick one up as my first bike.

  • @anaru5643
    @anaru5643 Před rokem

    Like the others on the market, not so much a 'scrambler' more an out in about mild 'ambler' in reality. Nice vid Bob, cheers.

  • @jaysp1910
    @jaysp1910 Před rokem +5

    Like the photo of the 2 hondas together. They should build the one on the right again👍

  • @leonr4528
    @leonr4528 Před rokem

    Definitely Gettin me one👍👍👍

  • @BN1960
    @BN1960 Před rokem +6

    For the price it can't be beat and I'd have one over an RE any day of the week

  • @jamesschneider3828
    @jamesschneider3828 Před rokem

    Reminds me of my CL360 from the early 60's

  • @mightymikethebear
    @mightymikethebear Před rokem +1

    I want one of these bikes but I want a Grom too.

  • @johnwillard6198
    @johnwillard6198 Před rokem +3

    Aesthetics matter to right ? I like the retro looks of the Classic 350 and Interceptor 650.

  • @p.santos6694
    @p.santos6694 Před rokem +6

    I'm guessing is coming a new CL750 with the same engine as the hornet and transalp 😎

    • @CaseyJones88
      @CaseyJones88 Před rokem +1

      I don't think they will release it, but it would be some proper bike to keep for many years to come. I think that engine is on par with 700 Yamaha, maybe even better.

    • @p.santos6694
      @p.santos6694 Před rokem

      @@CaseyJones88 also believe will come a CBR750r with the same engine as the hornet and transalp 😎
      Triumph, Yamaha, Aprilia, Honda, they all are using the same engine to create new bikes

    • @williamrae9954
      @williamrae9954 Před rokem

      Pictures look amazing for the CL750 and GB750, only thing that concerns me is the exhaust doesn't look fat enough for all the Euro5 gubbins, which means it ain't coming here?

  • @deborahchesser7375
    @deborahchesser7375 Před rokem

    It’s nice, I’ll still keep my 87’ XL600 though ✌️🇺🇸

  • @dirkdiggler5164
    @dirkdiggler5164 Před rokem +5

    The CB500X is known to suffer broken engine cases. Because the engine is used as a stressed frame part. I think it'll be much the same with CL500. It'll be fine as long as you keep it on paved roads.

    • @zyonsdream
      @zyonsdream Před rokem +7

      Known by who? Do you have any idea how many ADV bikes use a stressed member cradle? Pretty much every KTM adventure bike, the Pan America, many Ducati models. The list is long. I own a CB500X and I’m in the forum communities and I really haven’t seen anything about engine case failures outside of what you’d find on my model with a SMF. If you off-road your ADV bike and you have a high quality bash plate that connects in the correct spots, I’d venture to say you’ll never crack your engine.

    • @martinbfjohnson
      @martinbfjohnson Před rokem +1

      @@zyonsdream totally agree. Never heard a single report of this happening

    • @dirkdiggler5164
      @dirkdiggler5164 Před rokem +5

      @@zyonsdream If you look at the forums online, there's examples of them snapping, along with pictures. There's a reason every dual sport (Suzuki DR, Honda XR, Yamaha XT, and Kawasaki KLX) have full cradle frames. This bike doesn't. But if you want to buy a CL500 and catch some air, it's your money. Myself, I don't think this bike is suitable for off road use. A scrambler that doesn't scramble.

    • @johnclifford1911
      @johnclifford1911 Před rokem

      @@dirkdiggler5164 I think you miss the point. A scrambler isn't an off-road bike, it's a road bike that can also handle gravel. Not meant to jump, and if people are jumping with the Hondas they're abusing them. Just like you shouldn't be jumping with a GSA... it's like a hyper-scrambler, not a dirt bike.

  • @MotoVania
    @MotoVania Před rokem +3

    Love getting to see all these Honda launches. Wondering if we will get that rumored NX500 dominator with this engine

    • @mototomcambodia
      @mototomcambodia Před rokem +1

      Would be great but they need to fire someone at the Honda design department.

    • @MotoVania
      @MotoVania Před rokem

      @@mototomcambodia Agree to disagree

  • @pera_bebeda
    @pera_bebeda Před rokem +1

    Great video as always, you’ve got to try and review the Benelli Leoncino 800 trail, a great scrambler that you keep ignoring.
    I’m really thinking buying the beeline moto because I’ve already damage 2 iPhones with the QuadLock.

  • @gawainemellors
    @gawainemellors Před rokem +5

    Kinda reminds me of a big version of my Honda MT50 that I had in 1883.......

    • @dante556
      @dante556 Před rokem

      I was also an MT50 owner. At the age of 14, it was my second motorcycle😊

    • @gawainemellors
      @gawainemellors Před rokem

      @@dante556 Hey Dante....yeah mine was my second bike too, at the age of 16, my first was the far superior Kawasaki AR50, but i wanted a trail bike, soHonda it was, all these years later now riding a Moto Guzzi Audace 1400.....

  • @omnivore2220
    @omnivore2220 Před rokem

    First thing I'd do with it off road is flatten that under-slung exhaust by high-centering the bike on. It's a terrible choice to route the exhaust as to make it your de facto bash plate, but Honda seems to have a fetish for it. My 1982 CM 450 had the same "feature", but on that one they also decided that it would be cool to place the cast aluminum oil cooler at the bottom front of the crankcase, such that the first rock you ever hit would crack it open. With the stressed member engine there's no downtube to protect it.

  • @potterportraits
    @potterportraits Před rokem

    my ex girlfriend had a rebel 500, and it was fun, the moment I got on it I said this needs to be a scrambler. I own a ducati scrambler, and a klx300. I could see me adding this to my garage, using the ducati for mostly street and the klx for mostly dirt and this being my scrambler build. I don't even need to ride it.

  • @sanjeevbhaskar5472
    @sanjeevbhaskar5472 Před rokem +1

    Very nice and informative comparison video between Honda and RE.
    I think in my personal opinion it's about Brain vs Heart ❤️
    RE is more of a decision made from Heart like the fan following of Harley davidson and Honda is more of Brainy decision like Yamaha owners.
    Specs have very little to do in buying decisions. It's mostly what brand you want to go for and then you start looking for different categories like Adventure or Cruiser or Touring or Scrambler.
    But still good to know specs between different manufacturers in same category with respect to Price.
    Thanks for making this video 🙏🙏🙏

    • @deltabluesdavidraye
      @deltabluesdavidraye Před rokem +1

      Wrong ,the Enfield is the more practical bike. Better guarantee,price ,mileage,easier maintained and more parts availability by far .Quality? Same robots welding ,same metals and all materials as the Japanese manufacturers.They have the cleanest factories in the business and the oil flush competition between manufacturers proves it. Making 800,000 motorcycles a year assures their customers can maintain their bikes forever if they chose .Actually much more practical.

    • @sanjeevbhaskar5472
      @sanjeevbhaskar5472 Před rokem

      @@deltabluesdavidraye YOU THINK

  • @robinbanks610
    @robinbanks610 Před rokem

    I like it😉. Thank you👍❤️

  • @marcusthompson4931
    @marcusthompson4931 Před rokem

    RE for me for it’s individual style and a grand buys a good set of riding gear

  • @paulsmith3487
    @paulsmith3487 Před rokem

    A nice retro look with some more adjustments,possibly the way of the future.a 650 would be perfect.

  • @davidhardstaff8110
    @davidhardstaff8110 Před rokem

    Love the looks, now give me one with the AT engine in it

  • @charlesharper7292
    @charlesharper7292 Před rokem +8

    For longevity and reliability, I'll take the Honda. Hands down!

    • @soaruk3697
      @soaruk3697 Před rokem +6

      Living in the past......Honda quality is gradually getting worse.........

    • @ChrisRidesHisBike
      @ChrisRidesHisBike Před rokem +2

      That engine is pretty much bulletproof. I have a 2016 500F and it’s reliable as hell.

    • @absolutelyretardedskeletor
      @absolutelyretardedskeletor Před rokem +2

      ​@@soaruk3697 build quality yes, but the engine is still decent.

    • @nomadenview
      @nomadenview Před rokem

      @@soaruk3697 talk that to euro bike.....

  • @martinbfjohnson
    @martinbfjohnson Před rokem +1

    That exhaust is shocking

  • @KevinSmith-qi5yn
    @KevinSmith-qi5yn Před rokem +12

    I think the issue is that they sell it as a Scrambler but approached it like it was a styling choice rather than a utility choice. If the question was, what is the better Scrambler? It would probably be the Scram 411 at this price.

    • @shivamarya5225
      @shivamarya5225 Před 8 měsíci

      This would do better offroad than a scram 411

  • @uno1087
    @uno1087 Před rokem

    A higher seat is a big plus on this bike. The power, sound, style and cost are winning me over. Plus the nearest Royal Enfield dealer is 300 plus miles away. The Honda dealer is 15 minutes of city driving away.

  • @FBPrepping
    @FBPrepping Před rokem

    It would be great to see how the sound is affected by installing a 2 in 1 Akrapovich...

  • @cpkay33
    @cpkay33 Před rokem

    This looks cool 😎

  • @ahumblerequest5222
    @ahumblerequest5222 Před rokem

    Bro I like your jacket 💯

  • @richardgitz2264
    @richardgitz2264 Před rokem +1

    Tubeless tires are worth something. Gas tank capacity looks like it leans toward the RE. I like the Honda for it's parts/service accessibility in the USA, the Royal Enfield however looks like a real motorbike, the dealer network & parts availability in the US is pretty bad. The horsepower difference will impact the North American marketplace.

  • @robertevans3025
    @robertevans3025 Před rokem

    A very nice bike. I wonder when they will reach us here in the U.S.?

  • @STRidesKenya
    @STRidesKenya Před rokem

    How is the engine vibration compared to the Enfield?

  • @barmetler
    @barmetler Před rokem

    I am watching this because I think I want to by a cl500 as my first bike, I don't need power and I don't 100% like the look on the rebel, so as a naked bike I think this looks good enough to me I'll think about it

  • @Mikaelsson
    @Mikaelsson Před rokem +2

    Its just hilarious that Honda with its history of classic designs and financial strength couldn’t come up with a better design than this..😑

    • @Mellor13
      @Mellor13 Před rokem +1

      Yeah, I would have preferred Honda had looked to its heritage for a more retro looking (and functional) scrambler rather than starting with the Rebel.

  • @alananderson5202
    @alananderson5202 Před rokem

    My ‘71 cl 450 was sweet.

  • @nateryan7041
    @nateryan7041 Před rokem

    what boots do you have on in the video they look comfortable ??

  • @icedidi
    @icedidi Před rokem

    *** Can anyone answer this question; Can you pair and use the Beeline device and an intercom unit at the same time using bluetooth?

  • @RosZiOviC
    @RosZiOviC Před rokem

    Scram 411 here in Chennai India costs 1990 GBP ex showroom if converted INR to Pounds