Can The Rebel 500 HANDLE A Passenger?! (Let's REALLY Find Out...)
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- čas přidán 9. 06. 2020
- We put the Rebel to the TEST to find out if it could handle having a passenger on the back of it. There's some conflicting info out there as to how well it would actually do, but I think our little "test course" helped show the Rebel 500's performance in pretty much any situation. Make sure you check out the post-ride interview at 10:43 to see how my wife REALLY feels about us going out on the Rebel together...
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You should see how we, Filipinos, make a 155cc engine motorcycle into a 4 seater motorcycle and still climbed up a hill.
Habal Habal moment
you mean 6 passenger? Hahaha
@@rickryan6271 yup
yes we did it there. In leyte when i was grade school theres the kawasaki 100cc two stroke extended the rear grab handle of welded steel bar and flatbars so that it can fit 5 people with driver ,, when having a girl passenger she will have to be seat behind us.. When going stiff uphill the driver tealt his head forward so the mc wont flip.. That uphil is located @san esteban burauen leyte. Hahah just sharing😂
6 passengers? Stop exaggerating! I'm cringing so much because of this. 🙄
bro its a 500 cc bike, of course it can handle.
Here in India we use to sit 3 person that also on a 110cc motorcycle. 😁
Explain that to merikens
No v8?
3-5 people fit on a 125cc in Uganda. Went there once and it was like that everywhere, completely mad but it works
We rode three kids on one pedal bike back when we were kids, an actual gasoline engine isn't gonna care about an extra 100 pound girl. I wouldn't be surprised if that Honda could tow 1000 pounds in low gear.
Only 3 ? Seen a whole army on a single bike before in India 🤣
I’ve seen two people on a bicycle with an 80cc engine going up hill . Soooo 500 cc should be good 🤣
I'm so getting me a 500 because they don't like👌🏻
Imagine two adults, on a 50cc bike as it is from the factory going up a hill. We don't have 80cc bikes in Greece so try to imagine what I mentioned before. I agree with you, it is 500cc bike, it is really strong no matter what others say😂😂😂😂.
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😂😂😂😂😂 so true
😂 My air cooled 250cc did 120km/h up hill on the highway with a passenger..definitely not fast but just quick enough. I'm sure the rebel is more than enough.
She gets 5 stars for being such a good sport!
She’s definitely a trooper! Thanks for watching and commenting! 🙏🏻🤘🏻
Mum should have named her football
@@LifeOfBurch
You said that she doesn’t have much of a passenger seat but she should be fine. Yet, you have the bigger, cushy seat. Not cool man. Letting your lady ride that way. Get a better seat and sissy bar for her. Lol. You do know that you are supposed to slow down before going over speed bumps, right?
Very accurate description,now I know what to expect once wife decides to ride together on my 2022 rebeld 500..thanks so much,keep up the good work
Almost bought a rebel 500 however at the last minute opted for CB500F watched your video out of curiosity, well done kept my interest well made and very informative looking forward to seeing more of your creations.
Thanks bro! I’m sure the CB500F is a blast. I rode my buddy’s CBR500 years ago and loved it.
What a beautiful clear sky there!
“We’ll check in with her in a minute”
Her: She gone.
Only a new subscriber but I love that your videos are so raw. Most youtubers get to a stage where they need to use a script to get through a video! Keep up the REALly good content!
Thanks bro!! 🙏🏻🤘🏻
awesome man. I appreciate the features of your area that allowed you to give the bike a pretty good run through its paces with 2 up.
Perfect...great job. Very helpful as I try to decide on a second bike. Also, I appreciate your toned down, clean language, casual but practical approach. You and your wife are a great team. All the best guys...
Thank you! That means a lot! 🤘🏻
I agree about his approach. I've gotten to the point if someone is constantly cursing , I just click off the video and move on.
@@dixiedoo5876 yep...we will see if he keeps it up and stands out or blends in with the rest. Fingers crossed.
Just found your channel and subbed man, I really like the thoroughness, very helpful and informational, don’t know why you don’t have more subs! Thanks again!
Pete Matkowski thanks brotha, that means a lot! 🙏🏻 Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment! 🤘🏻
Wow the timing of this video in my life is perfect!
Glad it could help!! 🙌🏻
Love ur conversation with wife.😁
Just got my rebel yesterday and I think I’m gonna go with this kit for my girlfriend! Thanks for the video! Also props to her wonder years crewneck!!
Preston Mitcham ayyy shout out you for knowing The Wonder Years! Top 3 bands for sure!
First video I’ve seen on your channel and I’m subscribing! It helped me make a decision on the rebel and that Quagmire reference at 12:58 was awesome lol. Great attention to detail!
I weigh as much as you and your wife combined and ride a rebel 250 so I'm sure this guy does just fine with 2.
Nice video! Your wife had good points and comments. This video will help a lot of people!
Thanks man! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment! 🙏🏻🙌🏻
Very informative video. Thanks both for taking your time. Pretty sure great for all our passengers and us to have an idea about the two people rite.
Thanks for watching! 🙌🏻 I’m glad the video helped!
i can't wait to get the new 2020 Rebel 500. Honda pretty much changed everything like better shocks,brakes,lighting etc.
The brakes aren’t any different. Only noticeable changes are suspension, seat, lights, clutch, and a couple other odds and ends. In my opinion, the 2020 is nice, but you can easily buy a 2017-2019 and put even better upgrades than the 2020 has, and come out spending less money in the end. I’m going to be doing a price reveal for my bike soon. Stay tuned!
Seriously they look so sick. Haven’t gotten to ride one but I’ve sat on em for probably 20 mins. They look so good w the LEDs and all that.
LifeOfBurch the 2020 Honda Rebel 500 also comes with same shape speedometer but now shows more information like what gear you are in so yours is a little square little thing on the round speedometer the new one is the half bottom information
When do the 2020's drop?
@BMO I think brand spanking new like on the Honda website they have the same price for the 2019 and 2020... $6499 with abs of course on both... i might be wrong..... but resell value is probably different...
Nice review. Saw a slingshot at 5:33, on the bridge.
Interesting how the comments turned into a “we get more people on smaller bikes” contest.
Next is getting her on the rebel and you on the VFR for rides together.
She's a champ! Great videos! I'm thinking of purchasing a rebel. I'm a total noob but I'm torn between the 500 and 1100.
Excellent video brotha. You literally answered all of my questions ~
I watched 4 of your other videos. This is the only one that made me subscribe.
Wow rewatching some of your videos man. Damn you’ve come far.
Appreciated for the review .Coz i noticed quite limited Rebel review with passenger at the back.
Keep it up bro..
Thanks man! Glad it helped! 🙌🏻
This was super informative. I had never really considered how the bike would be for the Mrs. I just assumed it would be the same as any other bike, but my better half would not like not being able to see what was coming at all. Definitely something to keep on mind when picking the next bike for sure.
not seeing so she can hug you tighter lol, a little fear creates more romanc based on human's psycology theories, fun fact
I have the same bike and preparing to ride with my girlfriend, you guys helped me so much thank yall..
Glad it helped man! 🙌🏻
Really helpful and to the point. That's a really good video guys ! Thanks !
In Bali, you can se a whole family (with their dog) on a 110cc scooter.
you can also see women getting raped in the streets and no one doing anything about it
@@friedpickles342 lmao
My wife and I used to ride my CB360G on I-95 through Miami every weekend to Cape Florida!
So, not surprising that a 500 works.
Thanks for video from down town Annapolis. Haven’t been there for 14 years. And thanks for the video
This was a very helpful video, my wife rides with me quite a bit, and I wish bike makers would put a second thought into the passengers' experience, im looking at you Triumph Rocket III.
Just the video I needed to see. Thanks!
This has got to be one of the most valuable review of the Honda Rebel 500! I am also considering to place an order for the bike. I am about 5’6” 145 lbs and wife 5’2” 160 lbs so we are more heavier than you and my wife is heavier sitting at the back. I may consider to buy 1100 for wider passenger seat, power and stability with two riders.
You guys are so adorable.. Thanks for the great review on the Rebel..
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Enjoyed this video, definitely helpful for someone interested in the rebel
The rebel sure look a hell of a lot better than they looked in '86. I bought one when stationed at Ft Polk, La. A 250 just to get around town. They styled or tried to style them as wanna be Harley clones but the price was right. Think it was $1200.00 brand new. Rode the wheels off of it till I sold it to another troop and was stationed back to Germany
Nice video guys! Good comments by both. It help a lot as I think of buying this one... How was it on the knee for the passenger? Usually the bend knee gets a bit numb because of low blood flow....
Keep it up and safe travels!
I'm glad you found Nina...
Thanks for making this video, many wondered how two people would fit on this bike. Subscribed.
Thanks for watching and subscribing man! 🤘🏻
Very interesting video 👍
I have a crf 250 rally, and myself and my wife are about the same wieght as you guys. We are both probably slightly shorter.
I made a higher seat for my wife to sit on to give her more leg room and it works really well.
I think your wife is sitting too far back. Maybe you need to reposition her footpegs and maybe make her part of the seat a bit higher.
Try swapping the pegs so they put her feet further forward.
Definitely getting a subscribe from me, as soon as I saw the bridge I knew you were in Annapolis!
I ride a rebel 500 as well and live in the Glen Burnie area man. Keep the quality content coming.
Ayyy that’s what’s up! Add me on IG @Life.Of.Burch and shoot me a DM sometime when you’re planning to ride. Would be cool to get some local Rebels together.
@@LifeOfBurch for sure man, I'm on Instagram as @Imightbedom I look forward to riding with you.
Thank you for the great review, i think, i need a rebel500 and a wife in the future 😅✌
In Dominican Republic they use Chinese Motorcycle, 100, 200, they carry most of the time an entire Family, four people, I even when to The Beach 3 on a 200.
In the DR I've seen a dad, mom, two kids, and a 100lb propane tank on a 150cc bike.
Nice job on your narrating on this 500 honder rebel....my sister is getting the 2020 silver one on this Saturday...worth waiting months for this bike...these bikes (500 rebels) are being sold like hot cakes not even on the showrooms and their sold...so hold your patience when wanting one...
Thanks man, and congrats to your sister on her 2020! They’re definitely getting harder to find. I heard that Honda had to halt production during corona virus which threw things off.
My wife wants nothing to do with the "two-wheeled demons" so I ride with some friends
SAME!!!!
feel lucky dont you ? :D i do cause my wife wants nothing to do with bikes at all :D .. so its freetime for me with the buddys :D
@@Ladosligese niiiiicee!
Lol my boyfriend is the same way! I'm the demon apparently. 😈
I miss MD somedays, great video.
Really great video. Thank you both so much for doing this, great info here. Best two up video I have seen for bikes in general. Your wife is a good sport. Thank you guys again, great job!
Thanks for the kind words man! 🙏🏻 I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment! 🤘🏻
Yay! Was so eager to see this notification!
Glad it could help! It’s my longest video, but I think it’s chock full of valuable information! 🙌🏻
@@LifeOfBurch I was watching a WW2 video and saw the notification, you mentioned it was the longest yet, I stopped to go check.
I don't think I even noticed it was 18 minutes, for informational videos while keeping a high viewer retention, 18 minutes is a good length, I'd say up to 24 minutes before people realize they've been watching a video for half an hour.
Good video, and for it being your longest video, it's definitely not too long, good videos man!
Thanks a lot bro!! 🙏🏻🤘🏻
I’m planning on getting myself one. My wife wouldn’t get on it because of her weight. My daughter on the other hand would LOVE every bit of it.
im 220 my wife is bigger as well and she gets on with me sometimes. it isnt gonna break the bike but i wouldnt hop on the freeway on it .
The CB250 from 12 years ago also has a 345lb passenger Max spec, and came with the passenger area to the stock seat, strap and folding pegs.
It only had a 234cc carb. motor and handled 300lbs just fine up to 60mph. Little slower up steep hills, but you are only checking flatlander riding anyway. Posture looked a bit better on the CB.
Similar old fashioned pre load small shocks.
Braking on those CBs were a bear though with a passenger. Cable drum front brakes. Plan a stop far ahead.
This is a really good review Thanks for sharing your this vlog
Great review, thank you!
Very informative video,
Thank you very much for your effort.
Great video, thanks for that (and special thanks to your wife 🙂👍). Here in the Philippines I've seen a tricycle with a125cc transporting 6 adults and 1 child 😂😂 I know, crazy. Thesis again. I think the Reb 500 is my next bike
good information thx Burch
I’ve got the 2022 Rebel 500 ABS SE… it was perfect to learn on for me. I have to admit I didn’t think it would perform well riding with my wife. I’m a stalky 5’6” 190lbs and my wife is 5’7” 130lb. Bike does plenty well. Her only complaint was her knees a little too much but I fixed the issue when I ordered her the aftermarket dual length single seat and a backrest.
What aftermarket seat did you bought? I'm looking to buy the rebel too but my girl is almost as tall as me, 6', and I thought the stock seat would be a pain to ride on so if you could tell me which is and is the difference very noticeable
Heard you say Indianapolis, im looking for a rebel 500, im like 45 minutes from ya! Great video!
Great review of two up riding.
in indonesia, we usually use a 110 cc motorcycle to bring 2 or 3 passenger on one bike.
I don’t think you’ve done a video on the Rebel 300 and having 2 people on it, I think that would be a great video to do too
Awesome video thank you so much for sharing
Thanks for the informative video. Been looking for something that is a bit more 2up friendly than my MT-07, the Rebel is very close to becoming my first cruiser..
I’ve been wanting to get my hands on an MT-07/FZ-07 for awhile now! It doesn’t handle two up riding well?
@@LifeOfBurch it's my biggest bike to date and doesn't lack power department! Seating position is a bit cramped for the passenger though, specifically a big bend in the knees
To optimistic, shy was so close to the end LoL
Well done, thank you!
Excellent review 👍👍👍👊👊👊
Nice place you have there, and a great scenery!
Thanks, we absolutely love it here! 🙌🏻
I might have missed it in the video but what town is this? It is a lovely looking place!
This guy is a gentleman! He doesn’t talk about her weight 😳
Rode 2 up all the time on my old Rebel 250 when I was young. Always got the gf there in one piece but 2 up on a small engine you had to wring it's neck but it never failed me
Nice video. Great review from pillion perspective
Thanks for watching! Glad you liked it!
the letter she “wrote home” about said, “ HELP!”
:D
Nice backroads for riding. The bike handled it well with a passenger with that 500 cc no doubt. Meanwhile in Asia 100cc is a minivan. Two kids on the tank(no cushion), wife in the back with a baby on her lap nursing. No problem!
Video I've been waiting for, been curious about 2 up on a rebel
Well this should hopefully help a lot then! It was really interesting getting my wife’s perspective after the ride. The last 8 minutes are just us talking about how the ride went for us each, which was surprisingly a bit different.
Same here!
In Davao and some provinces in the Philippines, a Kawasaki HD 125cc can carry 8-10 passengers. It is the common means of transportation. Try to visit Diwalwal and Buringot areas for you to experience yourself.
THE WONDER YEARS sweatshirt!!! ahhhh!!!!! ♥️♥️♥️ instant subscriber lol
Hell yeeaaa!!! The Wonder Years have been a huuuge part of my life as long as I can remember! I’ve seen them countless times, have multiple of their records on vinyl, and I literally wore their “Not Sad” (I’m not sad anymore, I’m just tired of this place) sweatshirt yesterday! Glad to have someone with good taste along for the ride 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
@@LifeOfBurch you are def my type of people my dude! i drove all the way from chicago to philly last summer when they announced they'll be replacing TSSF at sad summer fest 2 days before the show so I can be front row and center for their very first show since pandemmy. I also then drove all the way to middle of nowhere Syracuse, NY with this girl i asked to be my girlfriend at their very last show in 2021 when they played "you in january". Thanks for the vids! Gonna pick up a 500 this summer so just curious why you chose the OEM pillion seat for the 1100 and not the seat u installed for this vid? Thanks Burch!
Greetings from CN, getting a rebel 300 soon😍
That’s awesome! You’re gonna love it!
Simply adding a trunk+rack to my honda rebel 300 caused some kind of weight imbalance. It went from feeling nimble and light to slightly heavy and when i took my hands off the bars during deceleration the handlebars wobbled a little bit. It made me paranoid about getting death wobbles on the highway so I took the trunk off and it went back to being light and nimble and the handlebars stay smooth if i remove my hands now. SO how the crap does it not happen with a passenger? Or is it something people don;t notice? OR is it a difference between the 500 and 300cc versions?
Can it do 2 up? Of course. Those of us that grew up on dirt bikes are all too familiar with throwing a friend on the back of a 50 or 85 so a 500 can definitely do it. The real question is how well it'll do it and for a 500 I'd say it does it pretty well. The Vulcan S probably takes the cake with 2 up riding in this class but this bike isn't far behind especially considering how much smaller it is.
LifeOfBurch: Cruising in clear skies with wife
No one: Random protest🤣
My Brother , thanks man I have decided to buy this bike as have reached 50 😊 I can't say my wife I want to drive alone but yes if she is uncomfortable she will avoid - and I CAN ENJOY my Bike ride alone 👍😁😁 ... It's great outcome really ....
By the way it was different in mid 20's and 30's - 😁😁
Looking forward to a test ride video of the 2020 Rebel. 😁
I’m hoping I can get my hands on one soon! 🤞🏻
@@LifeOfBurch i will smash the heck out of that LIKE button when it happens man 😁
Nice review bro
Great review, sir Md. rider here
My wife and I drove from Louisiana to Alabama and back on my rebel all in one day and it performed the same other than the handling being a little more difficult and her being uncomfortable- with a comfy seat it would’ve been perfectly fine
Impressive! How long of a trip was that? Was it on the stock seat?
I believe it was right around 500 miles on the stock seat, and the stock rear pillion seat and it wasn’t THAT bad. That seat isn’t great for touring but it’s definitely manageable.
Hi Burch! I've been following you for a while and got my lovely Rebel 500 two weeks ago and I love it. I share the same frustration as you and everyone else that the cover on the right side pokes out too much. My legs gets real sore after a half hour of riding. Does this go away with time, any suggestions for me to last longer riding the bike?
Love your video 🤗
Thank you! 🤘🏻
Nice Seat, the bike looks great. When did you put it on? Did I miss your video of the installation? Do you have a link where you purchase it? Looking forward to the next video.
Thanks a lot! Here’s the link to the video where I put the seat on- czcams.com/video/HvubE5SVZaY/video.html
It’s not the best, but definitely better than stock. For me anyway. I got it from ZeedParts, but heads up, it took forever to get here, showed up with a couple tears, and didn’t look exactly as advertised. So not sure I’d recommend them really.
A bike, a babe and miles of open road.....ah....life is good! Thinking of getting one for my wife and I.
Man I just bought the passenger seat(stock), windscreen and sissy bar for mine. (Still waiting for the sissy bar though. May be a wise purchase for you man. I'm gonna try my wife on my 300.
I’ve thought about a sissy bar, but it’s not really the style I’m going for. May just stick to the VFR when it’s time for two up riding. We’ll see though! I’m always changing my mind 😂
It's perfectly apparent to me that ur wifey MUST get a motorcycle endorsement from the DMV, and the Rebel becomes her ride!😎👍😺
Hello....im diggin the vids. You've got a new subscriber. 👍
My man! Thank you!! 🙌🏻
hi Bruch ,
i have a question. I see you installed a different seat on your Rebel. is this more comfortable than the original?
or can someone else answer this question for me?
does anyone have experience?
the original seat is very uncomfortable.
thanks for these great videos!
Thanks for the nice video.
I’m glad you liked it! Thanks for commenting! 🤘🏻
Oh. A roundabout is a "traffic circle" over there?😂
"you can see there's not a whole lot of room but should be fine for just the 2 of us" I definitely wouldn't recommend trying to get 3 people on it!
Need to upgrade my bike but 2021 rebel cm 500 for features keep safe body God bless you both your wife
This is exactly what I was looking for! Nice to know it can hold highway speed with a passenger. What is the mileage like? How often do you have to fill up?
For my wife and I, I didn’t notice any major change in gas mileage with her on the back- and we rode about 700 miles- her only complaint was that it was uncomfortable
@@Jokerstime Can the comfort be made better, either with grippy seats or overall softer cushion?
@@wana.me003 yes, if you can’t find one. I found only a few options ( I bought it when it was brand new), so aftermarket didn’t have a lot of support
dude it looks DAMN good with that passenger seat! Where did you get it and how did you install?
Did you have to re tune the ecm or anything else on the bike after installing the muffler? Did you do any mods on the air intake as well?