I have this bike (DCT model purchased in 2/2022). I am 5'6"+ and this bike fits me well. One of the primary reasons to purchase this bike was that I could get my feet on the ground. I really wanted a touring bike but it would take too many modifications (not practical) to get to my comfort level. The Honda Rebel 1100 is easy to maneuver in tight spaces and really fun to ride twists and sweeps. I did modify the pegs forward and replaced with larger pegs for riding comfort. I ride mostly in sport mode and find the throttle sensitive, but that just means I need more road time practice. I consider myself an immediate rider having only been riding for 3+ years. I would not recommend this model for a beginner, but that's just my opinion. All in all, I give this bike a thumbs up. Thank you Man Cave Moto for the review - well done.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info Connie, glad youre enjoying the bike, its a lovely machine

@ed.t.hansen6499

2 жыл бұрын

6' tall and i would have to move te pegs forward about a foot?

@ccmiller4

2 жыл бұрын

Adjusting the pegs forward gives you maybe 5”

@jihigh482

Жыл бұрын

You've been riding for 3 years. Focus on getting better and forget the "recommandations"....

@williamrae9954

Жыл бұрын

Like me, with '23 bagger version is what you need for a tourer, an ex-demo DCT should be under £10k by mid-summer '23, you're about £300 for a Mustang seat,and as above, the tank capacity is an issue, but I plan to buy a FCR(France-Google their bikes)or get one made similar... can't think of anything better to ride to southern Europe one...oh, smaller rear sprocket for long haul trips,gearing is a bit low,extend your fuel range too

I have the 2021 DCT version and I ride that thing almost every single day down here in Florida. SO glad I bought it. I've modified the exhaust (Two Brothers Racing), the handlebars (Burly Brand 12" apes) forward controls (T-Rex racing), and finally a deluxe Corbin seat. Now, I'm going to ride the wheels off this thing...cheers!!!

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Right on! Thanks for the info

@ezlm1338

Жыл бұрын

Any pics of your bike? I got one yesterday and interested in the the burly apes. FL for me too!

@laryangel4082

Жыл бұрын

G

Great review man! I appreciate the time you took to make this. Was a clear, clean review style. Keep up the good work!

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

Fabulous video! Informative & beautiful roads to test on... appropriate informed, considered opinions...can see the dial dashboard and how it works in sunlight! Best and probably the fairest review of this bike yet! THANK YOU!

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

I have the manual T and this review covers the bike perfectly in my opinion. Very happy and perfect for cruising on the odd dry English day.

What I love about this bike is it's tech, the weight is perfect not too light not too heavy. also maneuverability and brakes are superb too..

Great review, to the point and honest, thanks!

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Brian

Nice video Tony I think you've caught the ethos of the bike perfectly

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Nigel, I worried that it might not come across so positive when it edited down. It’s a lovely bike to ride

AMAZING, period.

Thank you for a very informative video . Hoping to make this my next bike but going for the 1100 tourer version .

@mancavemoto

7 ай бұрын

Nice

Fair review. I just bought the manual version, almost 400 miles on it now. Zero complaints.

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

Cheers

If this bike had been around in 2020 when I started riding and bought my iron 883, I would have absolutely bought this instead, no doubt about it, end of discussion. I loved the whole sportster/cruiser looks and vibe, but with the performance, price, and tech on this bike it would have won me over in a heartbeat. But it wasn’t, and I didn’t get one, and now I’m on Harley number two, a ‘21 Low Rider S. I guess it has worked out for me so far? I do really like this bike still, and would absolutely take this over the new Harley 975 night-bike. Especially with Honda reliability to turn to.

@sociallyawkward8747

Жыл бұрын

I got an iron 883 right now as well! I'm not sure if I wanna get another harley or not but this 1100 seems to be on the table for me right now more than all the others I've been looking at haha. I was sitting on one of these and messing around with it, and I was shocked to feel how it was much more balanced and lighter than my iron. Granted ive only been riding for close to a year

I love this motorcycle

Cool review, still deciding what to get but this is on my radar, I'm a bilateral amputee so the options on this are appealing.

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, yep the DCT gearbox is a wonderful thing

Good review nice bike 😀

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

a good honest opinion

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Allan

I like sportbikes and all but I love these ever since I rode a 500 last week I’ve been looking at yt videos on em everyday

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

haha yep they can get you like that

I had a demo on the Rebel 1100 and it is a surprisingly good bike - smooth, quick and easy to get along with, your review is spot on. Although it’s a nice looking bike too, it couldn’t tempt me away from my Triumph Bobber (even at the very reasonable price) - it just lacks a certain “coolness”

@stevecoombs203

2 жыл бұрын

I had a bobber, no cruise control or pillion capability so wasn’t much use to me, this had what the bobber missed for me anyway

@williamrae9954

Жыл бұрын

Check out the FCR(France) ones at Wheels and Waves... cooler than a Triumph

I will hopefully buy this bike for the next season (2024) but I am not getting the DCT-version. Part of the joy of riding is shifting through gears.

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

Fair enough

First thing I noticed on the Rebel 1100, I'd put the rear brake on the handlebars, one Nissin master cylinder, and a short line to the ABS pump,sorted(who needs a rear brake light on the rear brakes apart from the MOT inspector?) Mustang seat a must, and you can MAKE open,de-cat pipes for under £200(Lextek headers off an Africa Twin, a grinder a a Cabrerre tip for £32 off eBay). Tank is the main issue, FCR(France) made a beautiful replacement, but they're not selling them as of yet, those have to be 20+litres!(get one made out of metal, plenty skilled guys in the UK that do such things yet?). Overall, I'm interested, awaiting the release of the '23 bagger version.... Oh, fit the aftermarket rear light off of a Yamaha Bolt, why Honda thought putting something rectangular on a bike where everything else is round, I'll never know?

Just coming up to a year of ownership on my 1100 DCT, the DCT was a bit of a punt but after getting used to it I think its fantastic, I did ditch the suitcase off the side and fitted a two brothers slip on which looks and sounds better, although I did end up fitting the baffle to the TBR which was still louder than the OEM.

@stevecoombs203

2 жыл бұрын

Are you in the U.S.?

@Saixtanwar

2 жыл бұрын

@@stevecoombs203 No i'm in the UK

@StephenManas

2 жыл бұрын

How is your back after 1h 1h30 driving please s it painful I am 175 I wonder if I have to fall farward too much.. Thx

@williamrae9954

Жыл бұрын

As above...Lextek Africa Twin de-cat downpipes (another 40mm of ground clearance), cut then to suit a Lextek MP4 can if you want it quiet, or a Caberre tip from eBay for £32 if you like noise, under £200 from front to rear, and out of the way?

@williamrae9954

Жыл бұрын

@@StephenManas Mustang seat?

I have been considering this bike for a bit . Now that I have healed up I would get the standard model. I like that’s not a vtwin or belt drive chains are way easier to fix. I have owned several Harley’s over the years mostly Sportsters I like that it has a underseat storage.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Donald, Its a really nice bike and I was surprised by how much room there was under the seat

@williamrae9954

Жыл бұрын

You need a smaller rear sprocket for long trips, the beauty of c+s, easily addressed

Hello!! you seem to be rather tall, how comfy did you find it at your height? I'm 6 ft and waiting to sell my cmx 300 to upgrade to this one. Sat on one the other day, no test ride unfortunately.

Seen one of these at honda with a aftermarket exhaust and it sounded amazing. Not my fave style of bike but can appreciate it. Don't understand and auto box but each to their own.

@kevinr.9896

2 жыл бұрын

I have feet injuries so this would allow me to ride again

@nickloftus9079

2 жыл бұрын

@@kevinr.9896 ah can see how that would help. Nice you can still ride 😁

@williamrae9954

Жыл бұрын

@@kevinr.9896 A matching Nissin master cylinder on the left hand bar(where a clutch lever would normally be), a short brake line to the ABS pump, zero things at your feet,everything by hand?

ordered my rebel 1100 DCT in January still no sign of it being delivered yet lol I'll be getting the vance & hines and taking the baffles out lol but on a serious note I've got a disability to my left hand it's the reason I had to sell my Z1000SX which I loved but love the look of the rebel 1100 just cant wait to get it lol great review by the way

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

😳 that’s a long wait! I hope you enjoy the bike, I really had a great time riding it.

@Spartacus673

2 жыл бұрын

You did a great review

Im one of those Harley/ Indian guys but I am 67 and 5’7”. My 800lbs Chieftain is getting a little uncomfortable to push around these days. Your review was informative. Think I may go test ride one of these Rebel 1100s. Thanks

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was useful John, hope you enjoy the rest ride

@lena19191

Жыл бұрын

Hi John , how was the ride of the Rebel ?

My buddy's son just bought this bike for his first bike. Ive been riding Harley Davidsons for 30 years but Im not a bike snob by any means. I rode his bike, from what Im used to I find it under powered. But....I will say this is a nice bike, especially for a beginner. I will say without a doubt, it is one of the most rider friendly bikes that I have ever rode. I do agree its not a all day cruiser. However, if you're a beginner OR a experienced rider looking for something to ride around town, this is a good choice. Its not a big V Twin or a big heavy smooth riding Harley but it is a hell of a good entry level to intermediate bike. I would recommend it to anyone just looking to get on a bike and not consumed by brand. Its a helluva a fun bike to ride for sure.

I just started riding around spring this past year. I have the 1100 manual version. It’s my first bike and only bike. This Rebel is so much fun to ride. Not to mention the good price Honda has it for. It stays in sports mode. Trying to unleash the max speed but I don’t know how yet. They say this Bike registers at 140mph.

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

Enjoy the bike!

@BrandonWest87

Жыл бұрын

It’s governed at 100mph. You won’t hit anything past that without some electronic trickery. The max recorded speed on it so far is about 104mph. Doesn’t have much guts/gears to go faster. You’d have to get more aero to squeeze some more top end before changing out gearing.

I have somewhat of a technical video question; How did you manage to get the shots you got in the segments from 4:45 to 4:56 and from 5:01 to 5:07 ?! They looked awesome!! Great video!!

@mancavemoto

6 ай бұрын

No problem, that was filmed with an Insta360 camera on a pole, you can find out more with this video kzread.info/dash/bejne/dIWszciyota_dJM.html and see more about the camera itself at www.insta360.com/sal/x3?INR1X6R

@Anark0loner

6 ай бұрын

@@mancavemoto Thanks! Very informative video as well! 👍

I know what your talking about.I feel so dumb for not looking around first.I baught a sportster and test road one of these 1100's and there was no comparison.Now I 'm going to loose money by selling my sportster to get this honda.But I guess ya live and learn.Better late then never I guess.

Прекрасный мотоцикл! Лучший в своём классе!

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Однозначно хороший!

This has now been added to my hot list in dct version due to my arthritis in the left hand .I think it has scope to be adjusted to suit my needs .Better seats for rider and pillion with p!entry of scope to raising seat heights for comfort .Yes a rack to take a top box for daily commuting and add support for my pillion .Better foot pegs and numerous screen or fairing options will be available ,it's a great p!affirm for customization imho .I like the looks as it's not just another clone .What I don't like is the lack of tyre options available for these wheels .I ride all year all weather's so I want to fit sport touring rubber,there appears to be nothing and the available rubber is very expensive .I like the sound of the pipe and it looks ok from behind only but it's not a deal breaker and I can see this bike as a long termed keeper especially as I get older ,shrinking away ,I think this bike has inbuilt flexibility to be easily moded to suit any requirements .Thanx for the informative review .

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. I agree its a great bike as is, but with lots of potential to make it your own.

@christopherblakemore2541

Жыл бұрын

Just ordered one I have arthritis issues too definitely going to order a Mustang and a Puig Screen and Givi rack

@williamrae9954

Жыл бұрын

One of the 17" 500 wheels slots in...look up the red one that FCR(France) had at wheels and waves last year-Google

DCT - is great, colour - is the best, BUT: where is the cardan shaft?! ! What happened to Japanese cruiser builders???

I love the look and everything else about this bike. I’m 57 and for the first time in my life I want to learn to ride to get this.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Go for it Richard!

The low seat putting pressure on my lower back would be a concern for me. I have a lower-back problem which comes and goes. Maybe not for me, then. Good review.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers, I got used to it after altering my position a little

@motovlogjoni

2 жыл бұрын

I dont have lower back problems and this bike riding position affect me a lot. Risers and new seat solved the problem, i was getting extreme lower back pain after riding for 30min on the first 2000km; Now i can ride confortable for 3-4hours

@northofthecity21

2 жыл бұрын

@@motovlogjoni I’m curious, what size raisers did you go with? I installed 3 inches on mine and while it did help a lot, I wonder if I should have gone with 4 inches instead.

Looks are subjective. I love the look of the HD 48. But I like a bit of power and this bike goes around corners very nicely. Much better than a cb500 imo. How do I know- I got the manual version.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, it’s nicer to ride than the 48, and if I owned one I’d just search out some forward controls.

I am fascinated by your chin-mount helmet cam....... can you recommend where to buy??

It definitely needs forward controls as a option at the point of sale....anyone approaching 6ft or above will appreciate the extra leg room 👍

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@ed.t.hansen6499

2 жыл бұрын

Std pegs is so short, you can't sit

@Sheepleton

2 жыл бұрын

They make forward control kits but they unfortunately raise the pegs a bit. A taller seat is probably still a must for taller riders.

@williamrae9954

Жыл бұрын

T'Rex Racing make them...as well as an ADV sumpguard, I kid you not...worth while addition, given how low it is underneath!

I had to sold my DCT 1100 since the automatic took all the fun from riding. I would strongly recommend a manual rebel 1100. The bike is light, nimble and stable at 80 mile/h. But it is very hard to find one. All dealers around my city dont have any manual rebel 1100 in stock and none of them know when will they get one.

@pstomike

Жыл бұрын

The bikes are scarce here in South Florida too. I had to spend $3,000 over sticker in fees and taxes. I just knew if I didn't pony up, I wouldn't have my Rebel for quite a long time.

@williamrae9954

Жыл бұрын

Opposite up here...Harley Glasgow and Edinburgh both have manual ones,no DCT's, which seems to be the preferred option on these bikes?

New subs here, ❤ to ride this bike 🏍

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Hi there, is it possible to get after market forward foot controls? Tia

@mancavemoto

5 ай бұрын

There was a company in Italy making them for the 500, nit sure if they do the same for the 1100 now?

I’m new to riding just passed my msf course. Would the 1100 be a good beginner bike? I’m 5’11 230 lbs

@mancavemoto

Ай бұрын

I would say it’ll be fine

Where do you get the color brown? At Honda configurator in Austria you can only choose Black or gray....?!

@mancavemoto

9 ай бұрын

It was a 2022 colour option in the UK

Given the state of HD at present this bike is definitely a credible cruiser

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

I agree

I'm trying to decide between the Rebel 1100 or the Triumph Speedmaster? Any thoughts

@shaunpeters7103

2 жыл бұрын

Same. The Triumph Bobber as well.

@deltabluesdavidraye

2 жыл бұрын

One is ugly as hell

The Africa Twin has the same engine but with 100 hp !

Hey, how would she stack up against Honda shadow phantom 750. From a perspective of a newbie rider.

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

No idea sorry, the Shadow Phantom isnt sold here in the UK, so i've got no chance to ride one for comparison

@davidcongleton3372

7 ай бұрын

I drove a 750 shadow for years, then a VTX1300, and now the Rebel 1100. 750 is like an 1100 with training wheels.

10:45 hence why I have a modular helmet ;)

That there isn't absolute carnage on those narrow roads is beyond me! I would never even think of driving those roads much less on a motorcycle. But then again, stateside we have lots of road rage incidents! .. and the guns!. .so there's that.

@jeeves6490

2 жыл бұрын

It's different in civilised countries, drivers are expected to be skilled operators.

I’m sure it’s a lovely bike - Honda quality etc - nice to ride …..but I just can’t look at it! It’s a styling problem (for me).I think it’s the fuel tank that lets it down.

@skymningforelsket1302

2 жыл бұрын

I call it the "Hunchback of Notre Dame" look. A lot of sport bikes and others got that look going, too.

@Mo-xx9gg

2 жыл бұрын

Have you seen it in the flesh? It is a very nice looking bike! The high tank and low seat gives it an aggressive bobber look! Looks are subjective... The paint quality and looks are awesome!

@williamrae9954

Жыл бұрын

Google the two FCR(France) built... ain't those beautiful? Tank is the problem, same on the new CL500 (that comes out in'23).

My question? I own a 2019 African Twin and love it but looking for a bike to ride with my wife , it’s hard to cruise on a African Twin? Can you really cruise on a Rebel 1100 ? Or maybe 🤔 it’s not the bike’s problem and it’s just me ? Haha 😂 thanks 🙏

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

There’s not much room for a pillion on the cmx1100!

@robertsonfamilyfarm9126

2 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto sorry my wife rides a Honda Rebel 500se and she loves it so, she will be on her own motorcycle, I’m just looking for a better cruiser, I’m also 6feet tall and wanna be comfortable, thanks

@BrandonWest87

Жыл бұрын

Have you looked at the Goldwing? I bought it specifically for its 2 up capability. I’ve ordered the Rebel 1100 for my wife, so we will be mixing it up…sometimes 2 up on the wing, sometimes riding separately together. I do love my wing though, I can barely tell my wife is back there, no kidding.

@williamrae9954

Жыл бұрын

'23 bagger version is what you need

Afinal a Honda vai trazer esses modelos da Honda Rebel para o Brasil ou não???😒

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Essa é uma pergunta para a Honda responder!

I sounds good because it is quiet. Changing the exhaust would be just stupid !

What Jacket are you wearing?

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

It’s a Goldtop 72 Easy Rider

@h34p

2 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto AH! you have a video about it.. DAMNIT i missed that one... thx!.

Could this bike fit for men of 2m or more height?

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

Others over that height have commented that they found it OK

@enki2958

Жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto Thank you for answering. That helps me with the decision.

3:40 kind of disappointed by a 1000cc bike doing 60mph at more than 3000rpm. My honda nc 700x does 60 at exactly 3000rpm.

@williamrae9954

Жыл бұрын

Got chain and sprockets... drop a couple of teeth off the rear,and stop wingeing - simple,and cheap

Good review but so not the bike for me

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers

why doesnt honda sell the shadow here

@mancavemoto

10 ай бұрын

No idea

The radiator ruins it. A bike should be as beautiful as it is good to ride

@Mo-xx9gg

2 жыл бұрын

As far as radiators go - it is actually nice looking in the flesh!

Lost me at DCT. Why not review the manual instead?

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

Shame, I will do both, why not watch the DCT review instead?

@williamrae9954

Жыл бұрын

Because your sort should be looking at HD, Indian or Triumph... we're here because of its gearbox,cheapest DCT variant on the 1100's

From the Fury to this eye sore. If it's fugly just paint it black.

@Mo-xx9gg

2 жыл бұрын

They have a black version!

@williamrae9954

Жыл бұрын

Metallic Bordeaux in the bagger version is the one to go for in '23

@edhartley5765

Жыл бұрын

@@williamrae9954 Seems like the world has moved on from cruising to adventure bikes. I still think that bike is ugly and it's just a money grab. But I guess beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

@williamrae9954

Жыл бұрын

@@edhartley5765 40yrs of building bikes, I see what's out there,and what can be done...average ADV rider will never be off-road, I've a Husaberg FE390 for that...auto is the way to go!

Most uncomfortable bike I’ve ever sat on.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Did you ride it?

Stop riding on the wrong side of the road!

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

No you stop riding on the wrong side of the road! 😉

@PacPacBumGaming

Жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto I got the chills watching your vid 😅

Really not for me, I think it’s ugly

It's really ugly

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Looks are subjective

all bikes i'm ready to get off in an hour to rest for a minute. I'm older though.