I bought the Honda Rebel 1100 DCT last month and just turned over to 400 miles on the odometer. I had a 42 mile ride home from the dealership where I bought it, and wasn't reaching for the clutch lever or shift peg by the time I got home. This is my first automatic motorcycle and I like it more than I can describe.

@thatoneguymoto

2 жыл бұрын

Good to hear! It's a great all-around bike, IMO. 👍🏽

Honestly it’s the best cruiser around now and it’s a stand out being a NON Harley is a huge selling point for Me

@thatoneguymoto

2 жыл бұрын

It's a solid bike, reliable, fun to ride, and not bad to look at. I'd consider it a total package and excellent bang for buck 👍🏽

You had me dying when you got surprised by the torque and went “whoa!!!” 😂😂😂 caught me off guard and I’m sitting at work laughing my a** off!

@thatoneguymoto

Жыл бұрын

Happy to provide some entertainment. 😆

This makes me so happy. I have a Forza 750 in the UK, but need to move back to Canada (where you can't get one). I LOVE the DCT in Sport Mode, and will be buying this bike! Nice review.

@thatoneguymoto

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Enjoy your Honda DCT ✌🏽

Love your review of this bike! I'm also 5'6" so this review nailed it for me! I owned a 2014 Softail Slim for a couple years before selling it, but that seat height was incredible! Glad to see you are able to flat foot this bike as well. Now to just find one of these in the state of Indiana so I can get a test ride!

@thatoneguymoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Hopefully you can find a dealer who'll let you ride. Thinking back on the Rebel 1100 DCT, I feel like it was even better than I gave it credit for at the time. Ride safe out there!

@zeppydoodah

2 жыл бұрын

@@thatoneguymoto thanks man! I'm looking forward to testing one out!

Wow great video. Got the exact insight I was looking for with the bike and especially the DCT

@thatoneguymoto

10 ай бұрын

Awesome, thank you. I know it's been a minute since you made this comment, but did you buy one? I'm actually considering the standard version as a second bike.

@chaseeriksson5678

10 ай бұрын

@@thatoneguymotoI was really considering it, I found a rebuilt title Rebel 1100 for only $5,500, but ultimately I went with a Suzuki Vstrom 1000. Two reasons, it was cheaper and I liked the seating position better. I’m 6’2” though.

Great video, and great review. I am actually in search of a bike right now, and I am undecided if I get an Indian Scout or HD Iron 833....if you review, now I added another option to the mix make it more difficult to choose one... hahaha!!! all good. Now, I just have to start listing the pros and cons of each one, and start the weight out elimination process. Think it would help if I can get a test ride on each one. Thanks for sharing your experiense and your review.

@thatoneguymoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and thanks for watching! Best of luck on making your choice. If you want super reliable, you can't go wrong with the Honda. And between the Iron and the Scout, it's more preference than anything else. Though, I will say the 6th gear on the Scout makes a big difference.

Thank you for your comments. Love the bike

@thatoneguymoto

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching!

Wow look at that, a Red one! You are lucky on the West Coast! I'm contacting Honda Dealers in Anaheim today! Thanks for sharing. J.

Nice review and good vid as well. Group rides must suck when test riding.

@thatoneguymoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Group rides are usually a longer route than the unguided ones, so there's that. But, yeah, it's not often you get a solid group of riders all in the same group.

I like the color. It’s a nice looking bike 👍🏼

@thatoneguymoto

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, the color really pops. I'd love to try the non-DCT version to feel the difference. Solid bike, for sure.

Good video

Had this very bike in black when it was first release and sold it after 3 months and 1300 miles. It’s a great bike for what it is; although the aftermarket sucks and I couldn’t live with the DCT. Slow-speed maneuverability is tough and left me feeling a lack of control.

@thatoneguymoto

2 жыл бұрын

I think for some things DCT would be great. But for recreational riding, I love my manual shifting. Coming from much heavier cruisers, I found it pretty nimble and well-balanced. The low center of gravity helps. It's definitely got it's demographic and Honda knows, 'cause they're not one to just release a bike without knowing it's going to do well.

@captainjim605

2 жыл бұрын

I have been riding for 50+ years, the last 8 on scooters (currently have a Vespa GTS 300 HPE) - I find slow speed maneuvers are a breeze if you use just a bit of rear brake as you are rolling. I have heard some have good success with this technique on DCT bikes.

@daveclark9904

2 жыл бұрын

I agree Peter. we installed a Recluse automatic clutch in our Street Glide and hated it. Slow speed maneuvering, U-turns, and hard turns from a top were unnerving. After less than 1000 miles, we removed it. Now we're looking for a 1100 Rebel with a manual transmission.

@Peter-mcmcmc

2 жыл бұрын

@@daveclark9904 Now THAT is a good idea, Dave! In the short time I owned the DCT, all I kept thinking was, "dammit, if only I'd bought the manual..." It really is an outstanding bike, and if you asked me to chose between it and a brand new Sportster S, for the money especially, I'd choose the Rebel 1100 all day. Good luck in your search, and happy and safe riding.

@laryangel4082

Жыл бұрын

I think a left hand brake would help for slow speed

This would be an awesome bike to have. I currently ride a 2015 Honda CTX 700 DCT. This CTX fun to ride. Not a sport bike, but still fast enough for me. Someone mentioned that the DCT is hard to maneuver at slow speed. That has not been my experience with the DCT, just drag the rear brake a little and all is well with slow speed maneuvering.. I just sold my 2021 Moto Guzzi V7 with a 6 peed gear box. (Family emergency required me to sell the Guzzi).

@thatoneguymoto

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I didn’t feel like slow speed would be an issue at all during my time on the DCT. I’m interested in how you liked your V7. It’s a bike I’ve had my eye in for years and would consider adding to the garage.

@jetmechB727

2 жыл бұрын

@@thatoneguymoto The Moto Guzzi V7 Centenario was an excellent bike. Fun to ride. Turned many heads because of the retro design. The bike has character. My heart was sad when I had to sell it. No issues in the year I had. Always had a smile while riding it.

@thatoneguymoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. ✌🏽

Hondamatic 1978-1983 VW R32 2003 - 1st production car with DCT Aprilia Mana 850 CVT 2007 2010 VFR1200F - 1st motorcycle with DCT NC700X in 2012 CTX700 2013 VRF1200X 2014 NM4 2014 Africa Twin 2016 NC750X in 2014 NC750X redesigned in 2016 X-ADV 2017 Goldwing 2018/19 NC750X updated again in 2019 then the Rebel 1100 in 2021

How are the ergonomics on the 1100? I've sat on a Rebel 300 and felt like my knees were too high up and felt akward.

@thatoneguymoto

2 жыл бұрын

At 5'6", the Rebel 1100 fit me really nicely. Riding position included where my knees hit the tank felt perfect.

I want one sooooooo bad!

Question. I know you only rode the DCT 1100. What are your thoughts on the Rebel 1100 or a 22 Street Bob

@thatoneguymoto

2 жыл бұрын

Street Bob's heavier and with the hanger bars, has a different feel for the riding position. The Rebel's weight difference and lower center of gravity's going to make it feel more manageable and manueverable, and there's a lot more tech baked in. Harley's going to give you a ton of options for customizing your bike, where Honda's customization will be mostly after market third-party brands. So, it boils down to preference and why and how you ride. ✌🏽

@nickvangorden2568

2 жыл бұрын

@@thatoneguymoto Thanks so much! I appreciate the info!

This is my first bike and I wish I could go into sport mode, but I'm still too worried!

@thatoneguymoto

Жыл бұрын

Ease into it. It's your bike, so give it time and try it when you're ready. Have fun and ride safe! ✌🏽

@feloniousmonk3049

Жыл бұрын

Use RAIN mode until you feel more comfortable with Drive mode, and then later Sport mode. Practice in empty parking lots figure 8s and 360's feet up, until you've got each mode mastered. Drag the rear brake a bit for more slow speed control with barely any throttle.

@rustyscrib6071

Жыл бұрын

@@feloniousmonk3049 Thanks for the tip. I like your name!

Honda specs are as follows 2021 Honda Rebel -. 86 HP, 72 ft/lbs of torque, and a rev limiter of a maximum of 100 mph.

Just bought a Rebel 1100 DCT. Was surprised at the firm/rough ride. 160 lbs. What did you think of the suspension.

@thatoneguymoto

2 жыл бұрын

I thought the suspension felt decent. Not too firm, not too soft. I weigh a bit more than you. I wonder if you could make an adjustment to see if that would make a difference.

@kenstafford8133

2 жыл бұрын

@@thatoneguymoto Thanks for the response. I’m going to adjust the front and rear spring/fork settings (both are original factory settings) but will be surprised if it helps much. Bought the bike for my wife who rides a 1300 V-Star and I ride a 2018 Goldwing DCT. It’s a much stiffer ride than either of those. Rougher ride because it’s a cruiser?? I’ll let you know if I have any luck with the suspension adjustments.

@feloniousmonk3049

Жыл бұрын

What did you expect with 3 3/4 inches of travel in the rear suspension?

@efremendez

Жыл бұрын

Better than 2" rear suspension like most cruisers. But kills me should have stayed with Ninja 650

I’ve been riding about 1 1/2 year 125 then a 300cbr now a royal Enfield 350 cruiser Honest opinion can I step on up to this I’m not a speed demon just like to cruise real cool and laid back Never heavy on the throttle hand I’m thinking rain and user mode Talk to me someone

@thatoneguymoto

6 ай бұрын

It's going to be different for every rider, but I think you would be able to handle the Rebel 1100. I think the biggest adjustment will be the weight of the bike. Get to your dealer and sit on one to see if the weight feels too much for you, and better yet, if they'll let you test one, do that. Best of luck to you!

Honda has made beautiful cruisers, this isn't one I've them. Bring back the VTX 1800.

@thatoneguymoto

Жыл бұрын

I agree. Not the best looking bike, but the smaller displacement Rebels were great for newer riders or riders that just didn't need the power. So I think it was easy for Honda to produce the 1100.

It’s not a “R” but an “A” for automatic or “M” for manual. I thought the same at first glance.

@thatoneguymoto

2 жыл бұрын

It was font, that made it difficult. I mentioned it in the captioning, A/M would've been easier to figure out on the fly. 😁

@clonSanG

2 жыл бұрын

@@thatoneguymoto do your home work beforehand the font nothing wrong with the font

@BrandonWest87

Жыл бұрын

@I.e.m Mc I’m not going to lie, in any pics or videos of the bike, it looked like an “R” to me as well. Not everyone has the same vision, clarity, color rendering, or lack of dyslexia as you do. Some folks just see things slightly different is all 🤷‍♂️

Hmmm ..... automatic transmission. Afraid my old dog - new trick syndrome would kick in and fry my brain. My muscle memory and love of shifting gears would not approve of this type of riding :)) I can see myself making all sorts of stupid mistakes learning to make friends with this thing.

@thatoneguymoto

2 жыл бұрын

For sure there's a learning curve. The first time I rode an electric bike, the muscle memory of reaching for the clutch and moving my foot for the shifter happened a dozen times. But the second time it only happened a few instances and then finally with the DCT, only once. To me, it's more of a preference, and if you're someone who's stop-and-go a lot, DCT would be a nice change to holding that clutch in all day long.

Please show how to wheelie lol

@thatoneguymoto

Жыл бұрын

LOL

They sure are pushing the DCT models, just not for me.. can't like them.. I'll take the standard.

@thatoneguymoto

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I like the Rebel, but I'd definitely go for the standard.