Very underrated twin that’s perfect for dealing with our badly surfaced roads. Very economical on fuel using a proven engine that’s been in production since 2013.

Great review! I have the same bike with same package, and I agree with everything you said

It's nice to see the transmission cover doesn't push out into your ankle like the 500 Rebel does.

Great to see Bry on the bikes again! I hated this when I first saw it but the concept has grown on me, not a fan of the brown seat though!

I am considering buying one for my wife she is 5'6" with a short inside leg.at the moment, the moment rides an NC750S but is finding it top heavy. It looks like the CL500 would be the same as yourself, putting her feet on level ground that would be a plus for her. Excellent review, putting the idea forward and hopefully we can organise a test ride. It's very helpful getting a lady's point of view on a bike, for a lady. Heated grips foot pegs etc.

I bought this to replace my CRF300 Rally, as I'm getting too old for off roading, and I really like it, great in the unclassified lanes and a bit of green laning, but can also do a good job on fast roads (my rear is at max preload and has 20mm spacers in the tubes) it does move around a lot, and it gives you nice feedback, 🙂 needing tyres now and not sure what to go for !! Nice bike and well worth the investment. 👍

Rode one on the off-road course at the ABR Festival, surprisingly capable and great fun.

Great review, I have one of these bikes and you’re bang on with the review information and opinions…

Great review, I am considering buying one. At first, I was not that keen on the looks but with looking around for a motorcycle that would suit my needs, its stating to grow on me. Reliability, performance and comfort is what my main things I'm looking for. I like the orange tank best. I don't like the white add on's.

Very good review, well done.

I was about to write about needing luggage capability and a proper front mudguard. And how bikes are trinkets for many, nowadays and you just saved yourself at the end by saying it’s a great second bike. That encompasses everything 😉😊 Good video though, very well put together.

Nice review thanks!

Nice job. Thanks for the content. Considering all bikes you have reviewed, which would be your top three and why. Appreciate you!

I like mine, tighten the suspension if you wanna ride the highway a lot.

You need a Cumpan,yes,that is a product from German company, Berotech...rev counter with other functions, super neat...huge amount of accessories out there ,especially from Japan, a Motoism(Germany again) rear light is a must,as is a Vance & Hines exhaust!

Looks like a very capable bike but it didn’t seem to have much steering lock when you were trying to pull away for your test run!! Also it could definitely do with a bash plate, I don’t know if there is one as an accessory? Great video as usual 👍😎

Absolutely brilliant video Bry thanks for sharing it’s an interesting option compared to the NX500 option :)

Hi , I've had one since they came out and have done over 4000 miles . One point , I don't know your leg length but the Brown seat is actually a High Seat option so your bike is not 790cm high, it's actually 810 cm ... ( The salesman at the Honda dealer I bought it from new didn't know this either ! ) .. Dave

@grays5112

Ай бұрын

Was that Mark or Steve ? 🙃 I bought from there and got the std seat which was a plank, I got the brown high seat and is much better but would have preferred it in black, it suits my 6' frame far better 👍

@libraeotequever3pointoh95

26 күн бұрын

Seat height is too tall for me . I have short legs.

This bike is growing on me. Maybe an after market tucked low scrambler pipe would allow bags. But that pipe is classic honda CL

@leeinwis

28 күн бұрын

Get a rack and a proper tail bag .

The cigarette lighter is versatile. A usb charger could be dropped in, or it could be used with a power cord normally used with a GPS navigation unit.

How do the plastics make it more suitable for off road riding other than the hand guards. It's just a style package that looks terrible in white.

The only problem with the exhaust is it prevents you from using two saddlebags. I like the Transalp layout better.

@leeinwis

28 күн бұрын

Get a rack and a proper tail bag .

I have the same bike all in black and to me looks really good. But when you have the bike in orange, with the brown seat and the white accessories it looks awful. With the accessories they should offer the option to choose the same color as the bike.

You like the exhaust, I hate it, and is going to limit luggage choice. Everyone used to laugh at the similar one on the old CZ175 Trail.

@leeinwis

28 күн бұрын

Get a rack and a proper tail bag .

👍

Schönes Motorrad.süße Moderatorin

The white plastics look like they have been used to replace accident damaged original fittings.

Bike ? What bike...? She is gorgeous 😍❤

it's a shame they don't make 700cc versions

Obwohl der Motor besonders gut für den Alltagsgebrauch ist aber sorry aus einer Rebell ein Scrambler zurecht zu biegen funktioniert einfach nicht. Es wäre besser gewesen einen eigenständigen Rahmen zu konstruieren. Da hat sich Honda wirklich nicht mit Inovation und Mut zu Neuem hin bewegt. Ich habe mir das Motorrad sehr genau angeschaut und muss sagen dass es eine fürchterliche Vorstellung ist. Schade Honda, Chance vertan, voll an den Ansprüchen der Interessen vorbei geschossen und die Chinesen haben leichtes Spiel Honda zu überragen.

Don’t like the brown seat trend on any bike.

Lmao running two front fenders is super sweet

A cigarette lighter on a motorcycle! You got to be kidding! Mr Honda been on the sake again!

Pro. Honda Con. Ugliest thing on 2 wheels

That exhaust is hideous!

@ripmax333

Ай бұрын

It's hideous maybe because it's a bit bulky but I prefer that design instead of exhaust pipes between your legs like a Triumph Scrambler for example.

Why do you keep calling it "Orson"?🙊

These suffer awful depreciation

@leeinwis

28 күн бұрын

Good ? Buy a used one then ?

@reuel7544

24 күн бұрын

@@volt8684Awful depreciation? I’ve owned vehicles that have lost more in the first year than the CL cost new.