I literally wanted a Honda Rebel for 30 yrs. I rented a Rebel and loved it riding around town and in country roads. Went in the Honda dealer and sat on the CB500X at the recommendation of the sales guy. I fell in love and have been riding my CB500X all over. I commute to work on her and take regional weekend trips. My Mercedes E-class wants a divorce.

@29erallday

2 жыл бұрын

Literally my "fear" haha. Totally want the rebel, but in some ways I feel the cb500x almost makes too much sense for me to not get it, especially with pricing comparable

I'm riding a CB500X, just turned 9,000 completely trouble free miles and about to replace the original tires. It's not perfect but does everything well. My 73 year old back probably wouldn't like the 500R, and I'm not a fan of "cruiser" bikes, don't like the riding position and too many functional compromises in the name of styling. The only attraction of the Rebel for me would be the lack of plastic body panels hiding all the mechanical bits. The only way I even know what the upper half of my 500X engine even looks like is by seeing Rebels at the dealership, and I'm not looking forward to doing the valve adjustment service in a few thousand miles. But these 500 Hondas are really good bikes for the money.

@kevinericksonsr6216

3 жыл бұрын

Yamaha xact

I just bought a 500x! Loving it so far. Great video.

@marc_396

3 жыл бұрын

same got it last thursday and already put 200km ( i am from germany) on it

This is by far the best and the most comprehensive video I've seen when looking and exploring what to be my first bike, thank you.

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

No problem. Let me know if you have questions.

@Sig721Tau

4 жыл бұрын

@@DifferentSpokesTV Maybe, you shouldn't be speeding with the other bigger bikes on the road and then, you'll won't have that issue of "keeping up" with them. Lol. My "cruiser" [formerly known as standard bikes] can keep up with any crotch rocket just as long as we're doing the city speed limit. Lol. You seem like a hater towards standard bikes.

@totallynotawerewolf2936

4 жыл бұрын

That’s the point he shows what Honda has to offer for every type of beginner

@rodbagley

4 жыл бұрын

Just wondering if you ever compared the 650 KLR against the Honda 500 x?

@rodbagley

4 жыл бұрын

Abs only important when you need it.

Fabulous job man. I like your approach to the reviews and the content is about the Best I’ve experienced so far. Again. Keep up the good work.

Great video and a very fair comparison highlighting the good points and drawbacks of each model. I had a CB500X for a couple of years and throughly enjoyed it.

Bought an ‘18 CB500X back in april, so happy with it. Awesome video

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Congrats.

I love your videos. Please keep them coming.

Excellent comparison. I’m more clear now on what to choose. Probably going to go with the 500X. Thanks!!

Bought the cb500x today! 2014 model, less than 1200 miles! I just switched from my ctx700n and I am so happy with it! It's something I can see myself owning and loving for many years.

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Congrats! A super versatile bike.

@filoIII

2 жыл бұрын

Why did you not care so much for the CTX 700?

I had bought the CB500X last month. Now I am so satisfied and enjoying it.^^

Fantastic video, very detailed and informative

Great and very helpful video, thank you very much!

Thanks for the work you put in on this review!

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! Glad you liked it :)

Really good review 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿👍

I just bought my Honda cbr500r in may and love it

Awesome video I’m torn between the two bikes your reviewed I’m looking for something to commute to work thirty minutes one way mostly interstate and some backroad thanks for sharing

Thanks for vidéo, i like ur comparaison ❤️

Finally info on the 500cc range worth watching!

@RideYEG

3 жыл бұрын

Did you end up getting one of these bikes? I loved my CBR500!

This is a fantastic review! Tons of useful information, extremely well-organized, and delivered very well. Also very honest. Subscribed! I just got a brand-new '22 CB500X in the pearl green color - 4 days ago. What a bike!! I love it. I am an experienced rider with lots of offroad and street riding under my belt. I could see where the 500X might be suitable for easy dirt road use, but for anything more difficult than that offroad, I'll use my WR250R. The 500X will be a great bike for me to cruise the local highways, take some single-day adventure trips, and just enjoy what a motorcyle offers. Thanks for the great rundown!

So wonderful explaining all 3 motorcycle in your videos. I will buy CB500X. I'm old school guy too. I am happy to follow your channel. Thanks very much. Good job.

Great review and comparison. Thanks

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great comparison!

Great review

Love the video helped me decided on the R. Love gp bikes btw ;)

Thank you for say out your opinion to decided only 1 out of the 3!

great video

Just over 3000km on my cbx500 , as a returned novice rider. At 6ft tall 85kg, I have no issues with the seat height or suspension. The nose dive under brakes is real. The slipper clutch is sweet as is the abs, top end pull. It doe get some vibes in the bars at 104km/ph but at 110 it fades away so im ok with that. Being a narrow bike, the wind comes in from the sides of the screen , although height adjustable it cant be eliminated completly. It has taken me some time to find my mojo on this bike but overall im very happy with it.

Last night I just started the closed course on a 500F. I don't know if I look silly on it at almost 193 height (and 115Kg), but it feels fantastic! We'll see if the positive sensation persist on the open road section of the course!

Nice. I use my 500 for everyday riding. Currently riding a 07 Vulcan 500. Honda make great machines and I'd really like to find a taller bike myself. Thanks for this comparison.

@Sig721Tau

4 жыл бұрын

How does your [Ninja] 500 engine perform?

well done!

Great job, but really was interested in the cb500f. Think the lower seat would work for more people.

Nice - appreciated!

Nice video and on that note I'm going to cruise on my 2019 Matt black Rebel 500 right now. See ya all out there!

@laughingwizzy5885

4 жыл бұрын

Damn man you lucky bastard lol

@laughingwizzy5885

4 жыл бұрын

How much did your bike cost??

@sergiuulici3908

4 жыл бұрын

same here 2020 blue matt rebel with only 100 milles on it right now! any tips for breaking well into the bike? the first 1000km i mean. is new engine so, i guess i should go carrefully. right?

The Rebel hands down. I am currently saving up for one.

I'm 63 6ft tall with a 32 inch isl ! Can flat foot easily with a full licence & love my 500x it has enough power to get you out of trouble & a very comfortable ride this bike is a keeper

That first clip looks like some mountain road here in Norway. And the suspension bridge clip at 2:33 is definitely from the Gjemnessund Bridge here in my county.

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

Honda promo video footage. Nice place you live in :)

Owned the CB500F for 40k miles. Having tried all the variants of the 500 platform, the F is definitely the most well-rounded as a daily rider. It’s too bad they’ve been discontinued here in the US. The least competent of the lineup is between the Rebel and X due to their extreme suspension setups: The Rebel unsurprisingly shares the same cramped seating position of the old Rebel 250 which gets uncomfortable on long rides. The CB500X’s high suspension makes city commuting (chiefly lanesplitting) more challenging than fun and very bouncy on spirited canyon rides. Overall, Honda’s 500s are a joy to own and the F and R ergonomics pair perfectly with the engine’s performance.

@tuannguyen8102

4 жыл бұрын

i have 500F 2020 too !

@Fee.1

4 жыл бұрын

Baby Vanta do you know how recalls work on these bikes ? I’m looking at a CB300F and I saw there’s a recall but it’s a 2015 and I’m not sure if it’s too late to get the repair done. It was a major issue the crankshafts were bad for the CB300’s

@MotoLopez1k

2 жыл бұрын

Are you sure they discontinued them? Because I just purchased the 2021 model and the “just” launched the 2022 campaign…

@MotoLopez1k

2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if all versions have the same gearing?!i suspect they do. I wonder if they have the same fuel mapping…

i bought the new 2020 blue matt honda rebel 500. is amazing! very powerfull and solid, and not to mention that everyone is saying to me WOW ! what a bike!. ...any tips for breaking well into the engine? i bought it last week so i have like 200km on it now, i fear about going to fast since it has no RPM counter.thank you

Ive just bought a cb500x 2015 model with 5000km on it , it seems to be able to handle traffic well is fairly light very nimble ,i am one of those height deprived people and find myself on the balls of my feet at the lights ok when the camber is shallow but would be a problem if it was steep, so i will be fitting a set of lowering plates .I could live with it but decided to try the plates see if it makes it more enjoyable in traffic all in all even though it is not the latest model it is a very nice medium bike for commuting and some light off road work as well .

Great comparison. Do wish you had pulled in the CB500F naked too and made it a 4-bike video, even though you did say you rode and reviewed it earlier - cruiser, naked, sport, adventure is a full hand.

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

I never got to ride the 500F but my wife owns a 300F and I like that bike. Stuck a windshield on it and we rode our bikes over ten hours to camp in Vermont. You can do it all on a naked bike.

I'm worried about the exhaust pipes and radiator being exposed to rocks etc. when in off road use.

As much as I like the looks of the CB500x, and large fuel tank capacity and better looking cluster meter than the rebel, I have no choice but to choose the Rebel 500. Unfortunately, I have a 27 inch in seam (if I remember correctly). Sure, some people would say that you can still ride it but with a dislocated knee cap and a lower back problem, I don't think I'll be taking the risk. Anyway, thanks a bunch for the informative comparison.

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

The Rebel, is a great bike and is actually the lightest of these bikes. Check out the updated 2020 version, it looks fantastic. Also check out my full review of the Rebel is a few videos back on my channel. Enjoy it, it's a great ride.

@Shannon_Robbie

Жыл бұрын

You can lower the CB500!

Great video mate. Im 6 foot tall and im trying to find out if i fit on the Rebel 😊. But looks not... Anyway, tnx for the great Video.

Looking to buy first bike. New rider, female, older 50's ish, 5ft 4in/162cm. Wanting more for travels outside city rather than daily commute. Looking between a new 2019 Rebel and used 2018 CBR 500R which has been lowered with low km. Guess am just wanting any other advice from those more experienced, thanks in advance.

So true! Get off the sizerace! Silly bhp numbers on bikes with tractioncontrol, ridingmodes and all those computerized thingies, corner leaning adapting tft screen bla bla. Now I sound like a grumpy old man...but I picked a bike where the ride is me and the bike only. A Honda CB650R.

As a rider of a 06' CB900F 919, the CB500F would get my vote. Naked bikes are my favorite.

I am very happy with my cb500x

@michaelcoffey2706

3 жыл бұрын

What’s your mpg for 70-80mph for Highway? I currently have an XT250 but looking for something a little bit bigger with good mpg’s for highway.

Fantastic video man. I currently ride a BMW g310gs. It's fun, but I want a little more power. I've been thinking of trading up for the 850 GS but not sure yet. CB 500x is high on my list. Used to ride a Ninja 650, but lime you want more versatility in a bike. Anyway...great job!

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! That's nice to hear. There are a lot of middleweight bikes in this segment. It's a great time to be a rider.

Great review, really enjoyed it I own the cb500x, great bike, love it because it suites the various needs of a bike depending on the mood of the rider It's funny you mentioned buying a cbr600rr for the track Because I already did that I was waiting/hoping you would recommend buying a cbr1000rr Because I did that too and highly recommend it Live well, be happy and ride safe my friend

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! the 1000rr is living well indeed :)

i have honda rebel 500,but i like all the variants of the honda 500cc class,would like to ride them all lol.cheers!

Cbr500 Love it, riding all the time

so we need a rebel scrambler?

Just got the older CB500X today, I think for a taller rider it's the better choice. It's confy, it can do a bit of everything and it works with the 500cc engine. I can't go offroad with the Rebel and for a sportsbike, I would pick the MT07 anytime over the R at any time.

I would have bought a Rebel 500 if I could find one. I rode an old CB200 for many years but I outgrew it. Just bought a CB500F and I'm happy but it's like right in between the two, little bit of cruising, little bit of sport.

Maximum speed for each one, please. Thanks 😍

Love my 21 CB500X. The little bike that could. Punches a bit above it's class.

Super!

I like the smaller bikes I have rode big bike and don’t enjoy them just because I like a relaxing ride not being paranoid of twisting my wrist just a little to much and watching the bike flying out form under me

Rebel is my first pick, but my property is a good couple miles off grid. Feel like the CB500x is my best option.

CB500X all the way 😎. I still love mine 😍. But i am dreaming of a futur CB650X & actually i am looking with a big interest at the new Tiger 900 GT.

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. It's nice to have so many choices of motorcycles these days. I'll have to do a video on the best new adventure bikes for 2020.

@Superdan187211

4 жыл бұрын

I just started riding and got the cb500x. If I were to get anything bigger it would have been the Africa twin. After I'm done buying all the rally raid stuff I want, I probably could have got the Africa twin for the same money.

Back up the train, make the bike in the style of early seventies(1970’s). Put all the modern stuff in, leds, fuel inj., engine updates. Can’t say much for the air cooling(preferred by me).

All authors showing comparison makes people buy what author like - 500x is pick up point for this one, but! Thanks to the good comparison between all 3, and i think 500r is still good for any type of road ( with 0.13m clearance... when 500x has 0.17m only )

So are this too small for 183cm/91kg and 156cm/49kg women driving together?

Thank you for this comparison. I've been seriously considering going back to Honda after the clown show that Harley-Davidson has become and the cancellation of the Evo Sportster. It would be interesting to see if there's much difference in the fuel economy between these 3 bikes. I would assume the CBR would have the best aerodynamics but that's not always the whole story with fuel economy.

My '15 CB500f didn't handle well in the twisties

very good comparison test but do think should have included cb500f, well done..

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

Tony Bland I’ve never ridden a CB500F but my wife owns a CB300F and I’ve both ridden and reviewed that bike. The 500 is probably similar to our’s but with a lot more power and torque. Out of all these bikes the F would probably be my second choice after the X.

@thakaku5425

2 жыл бұрын

Hy sir, i from indonesia, i like your video, good review👍🏻, but I want to ask, the prices for the cb500x and cb500f are quite different, with specifications that are not too far apart. if we want to use a motorbike to go out of town, not for adventurers. is it worth buying a cb500x motorcycle instead of a cb500f? then, what if we buy a cb500f and then we modify it until the price is the same as the cb500x for use out of town. which one is more worthy?

I have a CB500x. It's great

I'd look for a leftover 2019 CB500F or a used one. It's not a chopper, race bike or dirt bike which makes it the best street bike. And that's probably why it didn't sell, it's not a Cosplay bike.

Wanted the 500r but the 650r now has my eye. Just so damn expensive

@Merk985

3 жыл бұрын

Going from a two cylinder to a four cylinder will cause a huge jump in your insurance costs.

The Transalp was the "Swiss army knife" of bikes, bring it back already. Detuned 471cc just too wimpy.

You have such a nice bike market in the US :( i

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

I’m in Canada but we have very similar bikes to the US. There are some models I wish were imported here though. I’m still waiting for my Tenere 700.

Which would make the best tourer?

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

I would definitely choose the CB500X to tour on. It's got the best weather protection, can tackle pavement or gravel, has a decent sized tank, can go two-up, and has lots of options for luggage. If you're tall enough it's the best all-arounder.

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

Robbie D You’re definitely tall enough for the X, especially if you get a used with the 17 inch wheels. I have a video on the CB500X from last summer and you can see my wife sitting on the new, taller one. She is on the balls of her feet and she is only 5’7”. If that’s the one you want go for it.

I wish you’d cover 300-400-500cc and the sweet spot for beginners

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

I do have a video on the best beginner bikes that came out early this year. Check it out under the videos tab on my page. Cheers!

@Fee.1

4 жыл бұрын

Different Spokes TV if you feel like linking it I’ll watch it I got tired of scrolling looking for it lol

One thing you left out: The seat of the Rebel is like sitting on a 2x4. I had to get rid of the bike for that reason. It hurt.

@ccrimewave

4 жыл бұрын

Why didn’t you just get a more comfortable seat? Honda offers an upgrade on their website for around $130 CAD if I remember correctly

@Blinkubus

3 жыл бұрын

​@@ccrimewave People say the upgraded seat does little to improve that. But still you have aftermarket options, some of which seem to get compliments.

@ezellastancil4652

3 жыл бұрын

John Doe my ass hurting 😂😂🤣🤣🤣😂😂🤣

Guys can you help me out here? Looking at the cb500f or rebel 500. Realistic for daily commute on the interstate? (80mph) 65 miles a day. Im 5-8 and. 165lbs

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

My wife has the CB300F and really likes it. I have a review of that bike done in the spring on my channel. I’ve never ridden the 500F but it’s probably similar but with more power. Both are good bikes but the 500F is probably more sporty. They’re both comfortable for long distance as well. I guess it depends whether you see yourself as a sporty rider or a cruiser. You’re tall enough for either one with no worries. Go to a dealer and sit on each one, see what excites you more. Good luck.

@magmafist

4 жыл бұрын

Rebel for the seating comfort, you won't have to grip the tank all the time, but it comes with smaller fuel tank to consider Tons of aftermarket parts, maybe like a Harley Sportster. You will enjoy customizing your Rebel 500 F is the better performance-wise, but there aren't as many aftermarket options as it is not as popular as the 650 F or the 500 x but honestly, Honda's 500 series are great commuter's bike. Just pick the one you "feel" right

@Rick_Sanchez_C137_

4 жыл бұрын

Dee Larry If in commuter traffic, go with the taller bike for the better view.... the commuters in cages are all texting and want to run you over on the way to work so they have something cool to discuss at the water cooler.... that is my opinion about why nobody should want a lower bike like the rebel unless it is a necessity dictated by their midget proportions....

Hey mate, what do you think about the 500x for beginners?

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

Check out my Top 10 Beginner Bikes video. here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nKGOqLaYpLG2eto.html I list the CB500X as the best beginner Adventure bike.

What's the engine lifespan? Currently at 38k miles on my Rebel 500, hopefully reach 45k by the 3rd year.

@rainypath96

Жыл бұрын

80,000 miles

@e.l.9589

Жыл бұрын

@@rainypath96 80k miles is pretty solid. Any issues? I'm at 52k miles since my comment. Miles, or kilometers?

MAJOR 2022 UPDATE NEWS! If Honda updated the 2021 CB500X, they really updated & actually made better the 2022 CB500 line. Today (Sept. 1st) Honda unveiled *_major_* improvements to it. A happy minor improvement to the 2022 CB500X is _much better color scheme compared to the 2021 (IMO).

I’m 5’-8” and I have to tippy toe on my 500x.

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

It's my wife's ultimate bike. She's on her toes too but that's manageable. Congrats on the great ride.

@tonyciantar6417

4 жыл бұрын

I'm only 5'7'' platform boots then!

@TheElrubio1010

4 жыл бұрын

It's the only thing I'm not comfortable enough to buy this one, I'm 5.9 ..how heavy it is to maneover ? I had a Honda rebel 250 and I want to get another bike now; what made you choose this one ?

@OregonMotorcycle

4 жыл бұрын

Ovi Dragomir go check out my vids. They should answer all of your questions. I love this bike. It’s awesome. It’s so versatile and economical.

@jamesringler987

4 жыл бұрын

What's your inseam though the 500x looks interesting but I'm 5'-6

Did yur wife put her foot on the back footrest or it is back set. I dont like back set footrest

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

The door pegs on the CB500X are under the seat. The Rebel has pegs that are a bit forward.

where is the honda cb500f?

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

Didn't ride one last year so I didn't include it. My wife rides the CB300F though and I can vouch that it's a great bike. I'm sure the 500 is good as well.

Good job censoring the speedometer 😆

I was looking to purchase the CBR500R until I saw the updated Ninja 650 was a two cylinder as well for the cheaper insurance. Any thoughts between the two aside from the power difference?

Ahh- full lean, reverse banking, blind corner, and a MOOSE. Memories.........

👌🏻👍🏻

Only a 3 gal tank on the Rebel??? 500f had a 4.4 gal tank.

CB500X though you'd probably be able to get get one other (2) they're so well priced.

Think the 500r is good for someone of my size. 6'2 250 when it comes to seating and legs? I don't care about HP.

@adventureswithholly7515

3 жыл бұрын

Should be. My friend rode mine about 50 miles and the only complaint he had was the pegs are a bit small for his feet. He's roughly the same size, maybe a bit heavier than you.

The gas mileage must be bad on the cb500x because the official site does not list it, but they do list the cb500r at 72mpg and the rebel 500 at 67mpg.

@boo_

2 жыл бұрын

They do on the uk site as 28.6km/l or 3.5l/100km.

I love the video, but why the heck are you bothering to cover up your speedo? The rider's face, VIN, and license number are not visible, so it could be anyone on any bike in any jurisdiction on any day at any time. I seriously doubt that this video is sufficient evidence for issuance of a citation, much less to actually hold up in court.

I choose none of those 3 and got the cb500f.

How does the gearing compare for the three?

They need a belt-driven Rebel.

Much better if 4 or 500cc mc's are all dual brakes in front..

I never understood group rides.... if you want to be with a bunch of friends, get a big SUV or a fifteen passenger van. If you want to be at one with the universe (or take your girl with to be at “two” with the universe), then get on a bike and go ride highway one from Big Sur to Columbia River gorge..... no friends necessary, they make you stop at the crappy restaurant you don’t like, they cut off traffic to keep up with you or slow down to stay with you, they need to stop at a gas station you don’t because they have a smaller tank or a bigger tank and didn’t fuel where you stopped to fuel cause they still had a third of a tank, etc., etc., etc...... I DO like to meet other friends with bikes at certain locations.... communal pit stops or communal bike chillaxing between rides, so to speak.... IMHO

Honda Rebel 500

I would prefer cb650

I've got the CB500x and my only complaint is how hard it is to get on and off.

@DifferentSpokesTV

4 жыл бұрын

Just leave it on the side stand, step on the left peg and swing your right leg over. Done!

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