looking forward to when everyone starts selling their 500's to go get the 1100... that is when i will grab my 500

@LifeOfBurch

3 жыл бұрын

Smart move man! Im sure you’ll see more of that come Spring/Summer too.

@nycnow811

3 жыл бұрын

Same here

@brettbitter2185

3 жыл бұрын

2the rebelwight

@brettbitter2185

3 жыл бұрын

5 is40 more tell use can figer

@DM-dv5jx

3 жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing but I still don't see many used 500s for sale near me 🥺

I was considering the 300 as a move up from my Grom. This was super educational and now I think I’ll be going with the 500. Thank you so much!

@heatherbennett3136

3 жыл бұрын

*Update* ended up with The 500 and I am OBSESSED!

@rolexcrd8622

3 жыл бұрын

@@heatherbennett3136 can you tell me some differences between grom and 500? Handling, acceleration .. highway speeding. Thank you 🙏 I am considering buying my first bike.

@heatherbennett3136

3 жыл бұрын

@@rolexcrd8622 Acceleration is completely different. I could do 60 mph in 3rd gear where I’m in 4th on the Grom and barely pushing 55. Handling is a big adjustment since it’s a wider handle bar, I’m also only 5’2 so that plays a role lol. Overall I’m happy to have both. I can cruise and just have fun on the Grom whenever I want to have a quick little ride on side roads or back roads. And when I need the power and need to keep up with a big group I can with the Rebel. I absolutely love both bikes and I have always said I’d keep my Grom. If you’re just starting out you could always start with the 300!

@heatherbennett3136

3 жыл бұрын

@@rolexcrd8622 Forgot to mention too, highway travel is great only downside is when you’re pushing 60-70 your helmet catches in the wind since there isn’t a shield. And I wasn’t used to that with the Grom since I never came close to those speeds lol. So just a heads up, otherwise overall I have zero issues with highway!

@obscure323

2 жыл бұрын

Same here

this is also good for senior riders who can't handle the Big Bikes anymore but can still ride a smaller Bike. that's what I am doing. I am 76 years old and I have been on motorcycles for over 55 years but now it's time to gear down so that I may continue to ride until death do me part from my Bike!

I've never ridden a 300cc, only practiced on a 125 and 500cc. I think 500 feels great it has enough power for urban and outside the city rides. And rebel 500 is so easy to ride and the compression ratio and torque engineering makes it so smooth to control.

For me the choice was easy. Im a new rider and wanted a bike that would be easy to utilize and not overpowered. But also something that would force me to trade up to something bigger in a couple years and a little cheaper now. The 300 is great, and I'm finding areas I need to work without having the power to be impulsive with my riding.

Well this is how all bike reviews and options should sound ! I`m a new rider looking for my first bike and this guy explained in 10 minutes more then the hundreds of videos i've watched so far. ! Thank you good Sir.

@LifeOfBurch

2 жыл бұрын

Ayyy glad the video helped dude! Check out the rest of the channel, I have tons of videos with my Rebel 300, Rebel 500, and now my Rebel 1100! 🤘🏻

Thanks for a great review of both bikes i am looking for my first bike and you sold me on the 500 very informative and insightful thanks!!

very helpful, ive been looking to buy my first bike and this helps alot, the footage is great we live in the same area so this channel is perfect for me lol

Great video! I own the CB300r and will be loving this bike for the next 1.5 years. Always cool to see how the same engine performs in multiple bikes.

Rate this so much man. Cheers. I'm a new rider and I've been looking at the rebel 500 after my 125, had no idea they did a 300 but you've confirmed that the 500 is definitely right for me. Cheers man!

Haven't been on a bike in years, but I decided to have some fun with the midlife crisis and one. I've narrowed my search down to the Honda Rebel, 300 or 500, based on price and all, but can't decide which. This video helped a bunch, thanks.

Nice seeing someone in Annapolis, thats actually where I spend a lot of time. I was looking at the 300 but you convinced me to get the 500. Thanks my dude

Good video, I think you did a good job explaining the differences.

Thanks for the input on the same different types of the Hondas

This was very helpful as I was looking at the 300 I just want to ride backroads and such but the xtra power on the 500 just makes sense. Thank you.

Just bought the 2021 500 a couple days ago as my first bike and I’m loving every second of it

@LifeOfBurch

3 жыл бұрын

Dude you’re gonna love it! Such a great bike!

@beeezybone

3 жыл бұрын

@@LifeOfBurch I already ordered the levers and shorty exhaust for future modifications! 😃

@ajv7575

3 жыл бұрын

Still trying to decide between 300 vs 500 for very first bike…no experience. I’m only 5’8”, 185#. Does it matter your body type? Also, did u have riding experience before? Thanks man.

@SaturnVII

3 жыл бұрын

@@ajv7575 300 is a chick bike, 500 is a legit starter bike, but honestly they're both pretty great.

@masonhill4065

2 жыл бұрын

@@ajv7575 get the 500. Honestly

Very helpful video. Thank you for posting!

Thanks for this video! I’m a new motorcycle rider, but grew up riding dirt bikes. I think you’ve convinced me to forego a 300 entirely.

Great review. In some circumstances, like you mentioned, I think the 300 is a good long term bike. I've got a Harley that I take on trips and when I'm going to be doing highway riding, but got the 300 to ride to commute to work (nothing over 55 mph). Love the 300 and will be keeping it a long time, but then I've got something else when I want to do highway riding. If the rebel was my only bike I would want something bigger than the 300, but for what I use it for , it is perfect.

GREAT, professional review commentary! 85-90 MPH!!??

I’m a late 40s returning rider. 2 years ago started with a rebel 300. Wrapped the tank, fender delete, LED taillight, shorty exhaust, and end bar mirrors. Out grew it very quickly. Got a Indian scout bobber for my group rides. Also own a baby BMW GS310 (I enjoy the low displacement bikes) that’s my daily commuter. Also own a Ducati monster 797 for the twisties. Till this day I still own my 300 and love. It turns heads no one knows what it is with all the mods. Plus we have long winters in Canada so when it’s riding season again I start off on my rebel 300 since riding is a perishable skill.

@Voltomess

3 жыл бұрын

just looking at a tank shape and engine I can tell from 5 miles its rebel 😂

Cool video. I agree with you. One thing you could mention about the 300. You said the gears are spaced rather close, so you are shifting more frequently. That also is beneficial to a new rider precisely so they can practice their shifting. The other thing is, Rebel seems to have good aftermarket support. Instead of the exhaust, why not upgrade something that would have made it perform much better? Thanks!

Great video review! Loved comparison details and super informational! We here at Viking Bags really appreciate your content! Keep it up!

Good points, every time I’m asked I always say 500 lol. ... sitting here impatiently waiting for your 1100 review lol

@LifeOfBurch

3 жыл бұрын

Dude I know! The wait is killing me! 😭

Ty for your advice! Just got my license today doing lots of research. Probably go with the 500 :)

Hey nice name! My moms thinking about getting a rebel so I’m trying to help her choose between a 300 and 500. Thanks for making the video

I’m very seriously considering getting my motorcycle license and buying a used 300. Thanks for the info man!

@MrBlaze256

3 жыл бұрын

Look up vstar 250 vtwin. Put pipes on it and will sound like a big one

@2wheelife878

3 жыл бұрын

@@MrBlaze256 yeah, no. You can’t ride that on any major highway. The only time you want to start on 300cc bike is if it’s a sports bike. A cruiser with 250-300cc’s lacks power, and weight. Being thrown around by passing vehicles, and high winds isn’t fun.

@MrBlaze256

3 жыл бұрын

@@2wheelife878 I ride a crf250l dirt bike on the highway. Only thing that bothers me is it's revved high

@2wheelife878

3 жыл бұрын

@@MrBlaze256 which isn’t good for the engine. I ride a 250 myself, but strictly in town. Top speed is like 75mph, and that’s full throttle. I use my 1200cc bike for highway riding. I can easily get out of trouble with a fast bike on the freeway, which is exactly what you want. To each their own though.

@troyminer7

2 жыл бұрын

Roberto Cerrato I have a Suzuki TU250X that I take on 300+ mile trips. It sees highway, my girlfriend rides on the back, and mountains here in New Hampshire and it does fine, I’m never asking for more power and I’ve ridden a lot of fast bikes. I’m a nut tho.

Great review! I'm considering finally getting a motorcycle (once I get my license lol) and the 500 sounds like I would enjoy the experience much more. I drive a manual in midtown and downtown Toronto and stop and go traffic is pretty annoying so I imagine it would be worse with a 300.

@eaglegold3303

2 жыл бұрын

Also in midtown looking at the 500 😀👍

@tylerroessler2097

Жыл бұрын

Did you ever end up getting the 500?

I'm kinda late seeing this but... my fiancé and I both want to get motorcycle licenses, and the Rebel has been a point of focus. Great pricing, features and they aren't huge (fiancé is 5'4") so that's a plus. This video was quite informative and I'll definitely take this into consideration as I'll be doing more highway riding for my job. I'm thinking the 500 will be the way to go for both of us. Be safe and have fun.

Today is my birthday, finally 18 years old. But now I can buy a bike:)

@LifeOfBurch

3 жыл бұрын

Dude that’s awesome! Happy birthday!! 🎉🎂 🏍

@Voltomess

3 жыл бұрын

you got money?

ex-owner of a Rebel 300, I will tell everyone who greeted me at parking lot to get a 500 instead 300 is way under powered. I overgrew it after 1 month of riding. It was a purchase mistake as I listened to people who didn't know much about riding and bought 300 instead of 500 Now waiting to get a Rebel 1100

@aarondowler5035

3 жыл бұрын

The 300 is shit good choice

My first bike was a 95 savage 650 just last year at 53 years old. I don’t do any highway riding and I’m not super excited about working on a 30 year old bike on a regular basis. I feel that the 300 will meet my needs in performance and handling but am more drawn to it for its price tag. I think it will be perfect for bombing around rural Maine backroads!

Great review very helpful

I want either one. I was in a wreck and got hurt bad. This year is my first year back on a bike..sounds like I need a rebel 500 but other one .I'm on a grom now..it leaves a little to be desired but atleast is 2 wheels..so good to be back..

Great vid, good topic. The CB300R is 103 lbs lighter than the CB500F. I still love my CB300R after two years. You're right about the light weight getting blown around at higher speeds. I will probably upgrade to a twin, triple, or four but I'm in no hurry. I'm afraid I won't like the bigger bike as much as the CB300R!

@AsekiBekovy

2 жыл бұрын

I also have a CB300R. It's not that I wouldn't accept a little more power, it's more that there is no inbetweener in the neo sports café lineup. I am not allowed to drive a 650, i don't want a 4 cylinder bike, I don't want to lose the efficiency where the honda singles and twins deliver so well. I would accept a twin neo sports or a bigger single cylinder also. But for me, the CB300R is the best compromise.

Well done. Great explanation. Thanks

I went with the 300 as my first ride - solely because I found a great deal on it. A 2018, single owner with 131 miles on it. Great pricing. I couldn’t pass it up. The 500 would kick ass. But I think my next step will be the Grom. After that the Z650RS is the step up.

I'm going to start learning in the next month or two. I live in a semi-rural area and main street speeds are 50+ in a lot of spots so I need to get comfortable with being at that speed quickly. I'm leaning heavily towards the 500 as my first bike for that reason.

@LifeOfBurch your intro is the shit! PERFECT

@LifeOfBurch

2 жыл бұрын

Ayyy thanks dude!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

This is exactly the review/comparison video I was looking for. I'm looking to get my first bike, I want to start small and slow and I don't have to go on the highway much for my commutes. I want a cruiser, and I've been looking into rebels for a while. I even took the msf course and got my full endorsement recently. That class was my first time ever riding. I definitely plan on upgrading after a year. My end goal is an Indian scout bobber, but this video has me considering a rebel 1100 down the line as well. I definitely like the rebel 500s look, but I think the 300 would suit me best to begin with. I also want to give my family peace of mind, and my mom doesn't want me on the highway at all when I start riding.

@isaacchassman6453

Жыл бұрын

Save like $1500 on the 300 too

Greetings LifeOf Burch you are spot on with your review of the rebel 300 and 500, I own the 2021 Honda rebel 300 and I'm going to add to your review with pros and cons, lets start with the price, the sticker price for 2021 Rebel 300 is $4,599 once you add tax, insurance reg, dealer fees it comes to $5,634 which I paid for a brand new rebel now if you go for the 500cc add about $2,000 more, I had a choice ..buy a used bike like a ninja or some other used bike with tons of miles and who knows what it needs for $3,400 -$4000 I went new rebel 300 for $4,500 with one year warrantee and a new bike that nobody beat up and abused, and you are right about noise at highway speed, very loud!!! but I hear expensive sport bikes with high horsepower screaming so loud on highway I can here them in my house blocks away, so those are loud too and also I see tons of folks buying Honda Groms, which cost $3,399 $-4000 for that bike whos top speed is only 54 MPH,.lol the Honda dealer can't keep those Groms in stock they sell so fast, happy with my rebel 300 purchase because it was right in my Budget, would I love a rebel 500? YES!!!!! , but I had to be sensible with my budget and didn't want to pay $2,000 more , love the review you gave and everything is true, I had this baby up to 80MPH but didn't go faster because the speed limit was 65 but she didn't let me down and kept that speed, will probably wear ear plugs on highways next time, but other than that Love this little bike just right for my 150 LB frame, they don't come with rear seats and passenger foot pegs, its optional and cost , that's why this bike is priced low. but I got a spanking brand new bike for the price of a used Higher CC bike. subbed your channel because your review was EXCELLENT and gave viewers inadept choices with good analyst. I added a windshield on mine which helps increase your speed because it deflects the wind resistance at highway speeds and makes your highway ride a little more comfortable, may even help with the noise because the bike aint working so hard against the wind resistance. love my purchase but those are the pros and cons to this review,

Thanks for the advise. I will be a first time rider. Never owned one and never ridden one. But I dong plan to keep changing so I will go for the 500 and keep it as long as I can and get use to riding.

Great analysis.

Great video!

Excellent video. I bought a 300 2 months ago and I do love it, but yup, considering I've been riding for 4 years and I weigh 215 lbs, I do wish I'd gone with the 500.

I own a 2018 Rebel 300 and I totally agree with most of his comments on the bike. Lightweight, but tons of shifting in the city, top speed on a flat freeway is about 85, (I’m 145 lbs) and it takes awkwardly long to accelerate. I will say though that at full throttle the bike does feel like it can go 10-15mph faster if it wasn’t governed, so it does not feel like it’s straining at full throttle. I bought mine with a TBR exhaust already on it, and it was so inappropriately loud that I bought a stock exhaust within a couple weeks of owning the bike. Another thing you should consider is the culture of drivers in your area. I’m in Minneapolis where most drivers are slow and lazy, so I can whiz by them on just a 300. But if you are somewhere like LA or Atlanta you should skip considering the 300 and go straight to 500. The ability to accelerate is definitely something to consider as a safety feature for when you need to evade careless drivers on the freeway. I still love my 300 dearly but because I want more power and the ability to accelerate, I’m considering getting a 500.

Thank U. That really helped.

I was definitely planning on getting one of them as my first bike a year ago when I got the Idea about riding. However with the 1100 coming out im gonna go with that. I want a bike that i will want to ride for years to come after getting more riding experience. Plus the 1100 with its changeable modes will give me the power in increments as i gain more riding experience

Nice video man! I think it’s not about the bike it’s more about ur target. If u have the money for 500 then 500, if not, 300 it’s perfect for the price

@LifeOfBurch

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I totally agree! They’re both great bikes, you just need to be aware of each of their strong suits and compare that to your needs. I had a blast with both!

I have a 2011 honda Shadow Phantom. I've been learning so much about it. I've never ridden a bike before, and I'm really loving my bike. I've tried to get my wife into riding it, but I think she's intimidated by the size. I think the rebel 300/500 would be perfect for her. Thanks for the video.

BUY WHAT YOU CAN AFFORD

@AL-ri6bk

3 жыл бұрын

i can't afford anything? xds

@zzz181085

3 жыл бұрын

don't yell at me!

@nathan6867

2 жыл бұрын

Public transport gotcha 😭🤣🤣

You did a great job with this video. If you have a bigger displacement bike for touring then the 300 makes a nice companion to it for hopping and back roads exploring. If you have to have only one bike for everything then the 500 is the better all-rounder. My 300 is a Suzuki S40. Love the belt drive unique in its class. I'm older and don't want to dick around with chains.

I'm about to pull the trigger on a 2018 300 for $3500. I know it doesn't have the shift indicator, but I still think this is the perfect starter bike for me. I'm going to be cruising around country roads with 45-55 mph speed limits, and I'm ok downshifting for power. CAN'T WAIT.

@aarondowler5035

3 жыл бұрын

You will regret it

@stevewelebny2749

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Ignore comments that you shouldn’t be super excited. 55 years old and having a blast with my CB300R.

@jasonboone7472

3 жыл бұрын

Ignore anyone who says a 300 rebel isn't for you or a great bike. I have one and I've been riding for 30 years. Enjoy your bike

@jeremymullins3241

2 жыл бұрын

Just buy new, not much savings and you will know what oil was in it

I live in an apartment right now but when I get a house and am more settled in, I might get the Honda rebel 500 as my first bike

Thanks on your in sight! I wonder what your buddy who now has the 300 thoughts are on the 300

Great video I think I’ll just wait on getting a 500 instead of a 300, I drive a tw200 at the moment but want something to hop on the freeway.

I am 77 years old. I currently ride a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird 900 S. My problem is that bike is very heavy and I have trouble moving it around in the driveway for example. I have been riding since 1961 so I am not a new rider, I am just an old rider. I have been thinking about selling the Triumph and going to something like this bike, primarily for the lower weight. Also, I am 5'7" tall so the lower seat appeals to me as well. At 77 years of age 0-60 is 4 seconds no longer has the appeal it once had and I don't mind lower performance in my motorcycle. We will see what we will see I guess.

Progress like this, bicycle, lightest motorcycle with clutch, 500, liter, pro track. I learned on a 750. Worth it.

Oh boy! First spring day today. Look a long ride in the sun and went to my girlfriends for lunch and some 103k subscribers cake ;) (44 degrees counts as spring, right?)

@LifeOfBurch

3 жыл бұрын

44 degrees sounds plenty like Spring when I’m here with a 28 degree windchill and everything covered in ice for the past week! 😂

@Foodgeek

3 жыл бұрын

@@LifeOfBurch It's been down to about 14 degrees the last month. Lots of snow and ice, but today the sun was out and it will be again tomorrow :D

@ricardoa1661

3 жыл бұрын

only counts if you are wearing shorts :D

@MrCODEmaster00

3 жыл бұрын

@@ricardoa1661 Are your springs like summer?

@ricardoa1661

3 жыл бұрын

@@MrCODEmaster00 here in Canada there is always a fool in shorts in mid February " ohh look spring is coming " :P

Me personally a 'lack of power' is desirable. I just don't have interest in a particularly powerful bike. More power isn't just a list of 'pros' there are tradeoffs for scale.

I have a 02 Honda rebel 250 i had it since 2019 I'm going to get the Honda rebel 500 for my next motorcycle.

Subscribed 😊😊

I think the 300 and the 500 are both temporary bikes for most people. So why spend more? Get the cheaper one unless you're going to be on the freeway a lot.

@JShine-tp6hx

3 жыл бұрын

You can say....agreed..!!😉

Great review! Nothing worse than not having enough power on the freeway! That was my main concern about the 500. I'm a pretty safe rider, so if it can cruise at 80 mph I'm good to go. How comfortable is it on a long ride? What's the longest you've ridden it in a day?

@dolphin-studio

2 жыл бұрын

I have seen forums saying you can mod this motorcycle pretty easily, change the seat to a much comfortable one and yes 500 can handle the highway pretty good not the best but it will feel ok. I have seen people commenting on throwing 7000 miles on that thing and not s problem. Mechanical wise I have even seen someone post thst he did it on a 250 course that is stretching to it's limits but yes as you can see it's pretty good.

The 1100...

@LifeOfBurch

3 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait for mine 😭

@travelinman482

3 жыл бұрын

@@LifeOfBurch I’m sorry but griping about having to shift while riding in town is a mute point. Also, why are you trying to down shift while riding in the city to get more torque? Did you go from the Honda VFR750 to the Rebel 300? If so, that’s your issue not the bike’s. You’re wanting the off the line, low end torque like a 750 has but in a 300 package. Not gonna happen.

I’m looking into getting my first bike and I’m leaning towards the 300 based on price I don’t really need the power of the 500 either but if I can get a solid deal on one that might be the move

When I test rode the rebel 300, I was surprised how much I disliked it. I owned a cbr125r, then a cbr300r, which both have pretty high redlines. The rebel 300 has a lower tune, and much smaller rev range. I didn't like that feel at all. I would heavily recommend a rebel 500, or a cb300, or cbr300r, if you're set on a 300. I think the cbr300r is a fantastic bike. Revving out the bike is a huge part of the experience for me, so something for you to consider, that you might not otherwise.

I live in Kentucky, and my 300 rebel does well on moutain hills, actually for a 300 i was very surprised, these mountains didn't slow my bike down at all, don't get me wrong you do shift down a little, but an excellent bike on moutain hills, and valleys.

Def both are great but I'll take the 300 all day! Great video thanks 🙏 🙏 🙏 -Fatboys Motorbikes Bangkok

I live out in the open desert so highway cruising is the main purpose for riding motorcycle, and for that I'm going with the Honda Shadow.

Dope intro

Great review. Your roads look like where I'm from, West Virginia. Where are you?

since my 1st bike was the Katana 600, I will not go lower than that. I had a shadow 750 man I miss it. now I own a vtx1300. hella nice ride. but I want another shadow vt750. its the size I'm staying on. love the sound. the weight.. loved that vtx but i might sell it , and get a shadow.

both bikes are great all around bikes. the 300 is awesome for city/back roads cruisin

Sold my 78 Honda hawk 400 back in 1984 .(!got married 😵) . I used to take my 400 everywhere.. rode along with my dad.. on a couple of long trips no problem... he had a Suzuki 500 twin 2 STROKE ! ..Iam NOW . ready to get back into motorcycles.. 500 rebel would be a great bike.. because I definitely would want to do some highway Riding.. to get from CT to upstate NY ..VT ..NH etc

You kinda convinced me to get the 500. It will be my first bike and i always knew i wanted a rebel but i just assumed the 300 would be better and less intimidating for a beginner. I don’t way a lot im a skinny guy like 6 foot 130 pounds. So i didn’t want to get a heavy bike. But if you say the 500 isn’t that much heavier then i think I’d rather have that one so i don’t get blown away on the highway

@mikemccormick8115

2 жыл бұрын

You might be too cramped on a Honda Rebel.

An honest broker! Great video!

Just got my license! I practiced on a Yamaha V Star, so the Rebel 300 seems like a good bike that wouldn't feel too different. But you may have sold me on the 500 lol

I own the 300 and the 500. I also own a few dirtbikes. Nothing wrong with owning a collection of different tools.

I learned to ride with my stepfather who rides a loud Harley which did make shifting more difficult because I couldn't hear my engine. And I had to shift a lot which was annoying.

I'm a first time rider, and I fell in love with the Rebel 500, but I did not KNOW that a Rebel 300 exist, I changed my preference from 500 to 300 because obviously, I'm a newbie rider, and of course, the PRICE, because I'm a little bit stingy, never mind the motor sound of the 300, which is like a sewing machine, LOL! BIG, Thanx for the informative video...from the Philippines with love.

@LifeOfBurch

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help you decide! The 300 is such a fun little bike and would be perfect for a new rider. Thanks for watching brotha! 🙏🏻

@ajv7575

3 жыл бұрын

@@LifeOfBurch I’m a total newbie here.. no experience but enrolled in safety class in August. Is the purpose of the loud sound also for safety? to create awareness? Thanks man, ‘preciate it.

@josephjoestar5444

Жыл бұрын

There’s a 400 too

I am an old school biker that rode Honda to start . I went Harley - Davidson all the way and rode in a few clubs in my days . Today I am and older , beat up Veteran that retired from the clubs and can't pick up my 684 pound Bagger ( I put 86,980 miles on this one ). It shipped today to my son as he can make it run and ride it . The Honda 300 looks right up my alley right now . Weight is good , I don't need speed either . My right hand is messed up also so braking with foot would be easier to slow down . Been riding motorcycles for for 44 years here . I will look into the 300 for sure to put around town .

@LifeOfBurch

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like the 300 would be perfect for you! They’re so much fun that I just picked up another one a couple weeks ago! 🤘🏻

I have a 1985 Rebel 250 and love it

I loved my 300, but I never went out of the city on the highway. I only rode my bike around town.

Great channel. Subbing. 👍🏻

Just ordered my Rebel 500 S Edition today. 40 hours until I pick her up! Yew!

I have a Rebel 250. I put a big bore kit on it essentially making it a rebel 300 with 60-70lbs less weight. Jetted the Carb a few sizes up and added a pod filter. im pushing around 25-30hp. Changed the rear sprocket to a 30 from a 33 and front to a 14 to a 15. Ive topped out at 94 mph but i cruise comfortably at 65-75 with no excessive vibration or shaking. That being said im 6ft and 210lbs. Rebels are underrated

@dronepilot260rc

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like what I'll be doing

I like the 500 for the same reasons you give, but I'd defo take the 300 if one fell into my lap :)

5:00 we have traffic lights now. Which is a good thing, b/c ppl used to wreck at this intersection. I even picked up the guy who crashed his BMW into the guard rail to your right one night. He said he was a little intoxicated while driving home a short distance.

I’m seriously considering getting my license and first bike. I’ve only ridden dirt bikes so I’m a newbie. Leaning towards the 500 because I’m 5’10 185lbs and not sure if the 300 will get me around.

I started on a older rebel 250. I loved it. I don't currently have a bike but I wanna be getting back into it soon here, so I'm looking at the 500 now. A lot of people call rebels "beginners bikes" or even "girl's bikes", but I honestly love the rebels. I like their look, I like their sound (with a good aftermarket exhaust) and I like how they feel on the road. And they're cheap! Great bikes imo.

@dustcake2576

7 ай бұрын

I have the 2023 rebel 250 Japanese version, and I think you would want to get 500 if you can afford it. I only chose the 250 because it was just a lot cheaper, in my city the import tax is insane, what I paid for my 250 is enough to get the 500se In America and then some. But tbh their top speed isnt much different, the difference is in the characteristics. Like you can get to a higher speed quicker with the 500, which is useful in alot of situation

Thank you 🙏🏾

I've been going back and forth as my first bike.. don't want to out grow it too quick

I got my first motorcycle like 3 weeks ago and it’s been snowing just often enough to keep my driveway icy as hell. All I want to do is ride

@Voltomess

3 жыл бұрын

what did you get?

Loved this video so much I had to put it in a blog post I made a few days ago. Shooting ya an email. Cheers bud.

My second bike, it’ll be neat if Honda comes out with a 700

I bought a 2018 Rebel 300. My first motorcycle. It was great to learn on. (I had ZERO experience) But the single cylinder engine felt like it was going to vibrate apart at high rpm's. REAL bad. It felt like I was riding a power sander, or one of those paint mixers you see at the hardware store. If you're going to ride the bike in suburban/urban places for short periods, it's fine, if you're going to ride aggressively and on highways or country roads, this is not the bike for you. My hands and butt were numb within just a few minutes of country road riding. Also the seat hurt. It felt like I was sitting on a 2x4. Between the vibrations and the seat, it had to go. I didn't mind the low horsepower at all. Being my first bike, I had no idea if all motorcycles vibrated that much. (I knew singles/thumpers vibrated more, but I didn't know by how much) Dealership let me test ride a parallel twin, and it was SO smooth! The Rebel 300 HAD to go. I also wanted to sit more upright with feet back, so I ended up with a Kawasaki Versys 650. But at the end of the day, the 300 served it's purpose as a great bike to learn on.

@Voltomess

3 жыл бұрын

did you trade in that honda 300? I wonder how much dealers pay for them is it like 3k at least or only 500 ( I heard they like to go really low with trade-in so I wonder if I buy a bike for 7k today and next year use him as a trade-in would they give me like 5k for him or they going to say ok we can give you 2k max)

@JohnDoe-xr5is

3 жыл бұрын

@@Voltomess ...I sold it to someone. I did not trade it.

i'm personally looking at the 300 for 2 reasons, A: i'm living in Thailand for about half a year now and 2-3 Years ago (somewhere in 2020) they made a new Law that you had to get/make an extra "Big-Bike" licence for bikes over 400cc, since i'm quite new to riding a motorcycle or in fact driving anything at all (just made my car and motorcycle licence back to back in 2 weeks, 1 week each) i don't wanted to overkill it from the beginning since the biggest bike yet was the Honda PCX 160. And B: on top of that 400cc limit without the extra licence the maximum speed around here (unless on certain Highways where the limit is higher) the fastest you can go is 90 kph or 55/56 mph, so not that fast and within city limits it's 80 kph or 49/50 mph max. (even tho everyone sticks to the 90 kph anyways) and for that i think going for the extra licence would be unecessary, sure you get about double the amount on power with the 500 compared to the 300 with barely no increase on weight. But on the other hand i usually don't ride on the Highways anyway around here and even so don't ride downtown as well, most of the time i'm sticking to countryside/villages and low traffic roads to cruise around with nice views and no stressful environments. So i think the 300 is gonna be more than enough for that job. I don't wanna overdo it but at least have some sort of Chopper/Bobber Bike to ride with, that has been a dream of mine for a long time now and hopefully towards the end of the year i'll turn that into a reality. xD

Thinking about just getting the 500 I'm probably only gonna have 1 bike so might as well get something that is small enough for a beginner to learn on but has enough power to not get board with it after one year of riding. I don't need speed or lots of power but want something in the middle

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