Had mine for 4 years no problems at around 10k miles. The seat is no good for more than an hour. Have tried different covers ect with limited success. Fitted a 16t front sprocket which makes for more relaxed cruising. Never carried a passenger and I wouldn't wish that on anyone, definitely a solo bike. No plans to change it yet. Original Dunlops not pleasant as they wore, they chased white lines and grooves, replaced with Michelin Commander, handle much better but do buzz a bit at certain speeds. For the shorter or older (I'm 73) rider looking for a bike that's easy to live with, highly recommended.
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback nick ☺️
@jamespatterson4468 Жыл бұрын
After many years owing bikes and after the last 12 years and 3 Harley Davisons. At the age of 73 I decided to downsize so traded in and brought a Honda Rebel 500A. Its smaller, lower, lighter and at my 5 ft 8 with a 30 inch inside leg its perfect. It may be a too small and low for a person of 6ft or above. Over all its a great bike. I only use the Rebel to ride for pleasure with my old Harley mates and must admit not in these winter months, role on spring. I also have an Atisan Evo Electric motorcycle, looks a bit like a Honda Grom, but it's bigger!
@ifrit352 жыл бұрын
I can't say enough good things about my rebel. It's a very relaxed motorcycle, it's easy, low and confident inspiring. You don't need to go fast to enjoy it but when you do want to go swiftly through corner it does it with surprising ease. The clutch lever is effortless which excellent if you have wrist issues. Gear changes are satisfying in typical honda fashion. Tires don't last long and a relatively expensive for a bike of that size due to unusual measurements. Also my first bike was a 99 Honda CB 500 which was very rev happy and it didn't have much torque down low while on the new Honda lineup it's the other way around. It's no litre bike but it has enough power down low that you don't even need a rev counter. If I didn't read the spec sheet I would have swear that the Rebel had at least as much power as the older twin. I have a few complains about the stock bike. Firstly it doesn't have enough preload at the front for my weight which 72kg, this can be mitigated by adding 50 mL of oil in each fork leg and it's a bit fast in terms of compression and rebound so thicker oil like 15W from Bel Ray will do the trick. Brakes are ok but lack some bite so I replaced the stock pads with some EBC HH road pads, but that's optional really. And lastly the seat is painful after 2 hours of riding. I'm no beginner when it comes to riding but I found myself enjoying these smaller motorcycle more and more. I think your review was on point, you did a great job.
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Amazing comment thanks very much cheers mark
@peterboyer96222 жыл бұрын
Cruising the English countryside on a Rebel 500? Heaven! That may have just become one of my top five bucket list things to do.
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Thanks Peter yes it's glorious;)
@snappy_mat2 жыл бұрын
The Honda 500 range is exceptional in its niche. Good power delivery. Diverse range for different styles of riding and rider type. Love my CBR500R.
@JW-ym5yb2 жыл бұрын
You gave a great overview and summation of this bike. A good way to start motorcycling or stay at it as you get older and have trouble getting your leg over a taller bike……like me….
@KimHDRoberts2 жыл бұрын
The best real world bike reviews I've seen on KZfaq. Just fantastic. Thank you for your work - it's appreciated.
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Ok Kim many thanks 👍☺️
@bonniechops1Ай бұрын
Of all the bike reviews I watch Mark is the best in my opinion, thorough and straight forward, I wish I had sat my test in'83 with my Yamaha DT LC 125, I would certainly consider this rebel 500 if I get an A2 licence which would do me 💪🏻👌🏻🙏🏼
@markpulling12Ай бұрын
Many thanks I appreciate that ☺️😊
@MushroomGravy Жыл бұрын
This is hopefully soon going to be my first motorcycle and after sitting on one today I'm sold.. I just can't for the life of me understand why you added the wind guard and the rear seat backrest. Yes I see the practical aspects.. and still.. lol.. just me I guess. Seems so much about about bikes is down to personal preference, I really like that. Great review thankyou.
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
I didn't add those it's a demo bike Not mine Best wishes mark
@m2menuiserie540 Жыл бұрын
After sitting on one yesterday I'm hoping this will be my 31st motorcycle. Thanks, Mr Pulling, for an objective and informative appraisal. You've just got a new subscriber, too.
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
@@m2menuiserie540 many thanks for the sub:)
@danceade01 Жыл бұрын
Great video, I am a first time rider and just brought one because of your reviews ready for when I hopefully pass all my tests in the next month. Thank you
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Many thanks good luck with your biking 😊
@B0M0A0K2 жыл бұрын
Very nice positive review. I am getting mine in a few weeks, the only real concern as always with the Rebel 500, is the reports of how awful the suspension is. Great to hear from someone matching my height as when I test rode one of these I had exactly the same experience, very comfortable foot on the ground. I am actually downgrading to this bike so good to hear that the engine is solid at higher speeds. Good job. I nearly went for the S model, but in the end went for the basic because I wanted some colour choice and was not convinced that all the extras on the S model were going to be of use to me. I will fit a screen and one of the first things people note is the need to remove the headlight cowl if you fit most screens.
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment 😊 Front suspension is ok ...rear I found to be a little firm but no probs Cheers mark
@gjohnint2 жыл бұрын
I considered one of these having short legs but the tank range of 150 to 170 miles would mean filling up every time I go for a ride. My previous bike had the same range and it was annoying.
@DatOldeBiker2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark, A comprehensive and no-frills review - perfect for helping prospective buyers. :>)
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Thanks Peter my pleasure 😊
@whinstonwhoodle63732 жыл бұрын
Another great vid. Love what you do and how do it. You’re the best!
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Many thanks 👍 Best wishes mark
@jamesprice74702 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your final thoughts mark,I think I would go for the f as well,just because it's the style I like.
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Thanks James ...yes it's my favorite :)
@grahamlashmar48062 ай бұрын
Nice bike sounds just right for me. Getting on a bit . Found bigger bike ok but need more control at my age and strength. Big bike gone. Looking at this for a touring/ camping bike. Cheers🤔😎👍
@giant67392 жыл бұрын
One thing i hate about english county side they have hedges along the road it’s not open you don’t see nothing so pointless whereas the view is concerned, much better every else in the world. Good review, I have test rode that bike and the DCT is awesome lovely bike
@davidpotts46732 жыл бұрын
Nice final thoughts, Mark, as I said before nice cruiser, but I prefer naked f Definitely Honda range hard to beat these days Best David
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Many thanks David 😊😊
@seanfallon4580 Жыл бұрын
Hi Mark , great review and final thoughts probably a silly question but does it have a steering lock ?
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Hi Sean yes it does but it's in a different position...I think it's on the frame/ steering head
@seanfallon4580 Жыл бұрын
@Mark Pulling Ohhh yes probably like the older bikes , Thanks Mark
@paulherlihy92907 ай бұрын
Great review really informative. However I thought you may of found a fault somewhere.
@kennypool2 жыл бұрын
Yes, the F model I would get that one also.
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Great choice 😊👍
@MauriceTarantulas2 жыл бұрын
I had kinda ruled this bike out as prob Meteor would do the trick but maybe worth a closer look. But if I do decide a cruiser type is the way forward I might wait to see what the Meteor 650 is like or even try a Harley.
@duncanmiller3067 Жыл бұрын
Two things, you didn't sit on the bike to to compare leg position as you normally do, and you didn't mention if honda heated grips are available, otherwise an excellent report as always.
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Hi Duncan I would have done the sit on the bike leg position on part one my main review on this bike Best wishes mark
@S.p.a.c.e.C.o.w.b.o.y2 жыл бұрын
I've not ridden a cruiser yet. It's a nice looking bike :)
@gazzertrn2 жыл бұрын
Where ?
@s110398582 жыл бұрын
Hi Mark..I was looking for your review on SV650 but don't see any video. Requesting if you can please review this bike.
@agelaonsoikea2 жыл бұрын
Nice review! Is it comfortable for pillion too?
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Yes ok for about an hour ...it's only a small seat :) Cheers mark
@AutoPOVDrive2 жыл бұрын
Nice video, keep it up! Thanks for uploading :)
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Thanks my pleasure 😊
@AutoPOVDrive2 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 I'm thinking of buying Rebel 500 or Rebel 1100 for myself, can't decide. As I'm a new rider, it would be my 1st bike. DCT of 1100 attracts but price is almost 2x higher than 500 model.
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
@@AutoPOVDrive I'd get the 500 as your first bike it still has plenty of power best regards mark
@AutoPOVDrive2 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 Thanks
@user-sw2lv3zp6o2 жыл бұрын
I sat on one of these to determine whether I'd find the 1100 comfortable. No way could I get on with this riding position. My backside is far too low. Nice bikes, though. The 500 is a reasonably torquey engine and handles well. Thinking about a Mk1 X-ADV750 with accessory motorcycle pegs so I can vary where my feet are.
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Thanks nik yes it is a bit of a strange riding position :)
@victorherrero47902 жыл бұрын
I have a Vstrom 2020 650 and I love my bike...a Jack of all trades..but I am planning to change for a bobber/cruiser/ retro kinda bike...and I dont like HD ( for me they suck). Do u guys recommend me swap my Vstrom for this rebel or a RE 650? Thanks..
@Rick-ve5lx Жыл бұрын
Try an MT07.
@JustPityHD Жыл бұрын
@@Rick-ve5lx yeah the mt07 definitely is a bobber or cruiser type 🙄🙄
@elijames30412 жыл бұрын
Grate video
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Thanks again Eli 🙂
@glencordner8706 Жыл бұрын
Any idea on how these are with a pillion on? Or any links to a vid.
@markpulling12 Жыл бұрын
Hi glen it's quite a small passenger seat...I'd say average comfort for an hour or so Best regards mark
@hughphillips142710 ай бұрын
For me a little to much black for my liking.
@Okerokeka2 жыл бұрын
Whats the name of the song that plays at the beginning during the montage?? That song slaps
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Audrey Rossi strut. :)
@clangerbasher2 жыл бұрын
There are rumours of a 'scrambler' using this engine.
@markpulling122 жыл бұрын
Thanks....sounds great 👍
@gazzertrn2 жыл бұрын
ugliest bike i ever seen .
@TheAlibabatree2 жыл бұрын
Quite the unpopular opinion
@mcnugget94972 жыл бұрын
Nicer than your welfare bike
@gazzertrn2 жыл бұрын
@@mcnugget9497 Speak for yourself .I own a triumph sprint thanks. Im 62 and have worked all my life .
@mcnugget94972 жыл бұрын
@@gazzertrn ohh wow you worked all your life who doesn't
@gazzertrn2 жыл бұрын
@@mcnugget9497 then dont say im on welfare then troll