2023 Honda Rebel 500 SE

2023 Honda Rebel 500 SE | First Ride

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Today, Chase is taking the 2023 Honda Rebel 500 out for a spin. But this isn't just any ride; it's a deep dive into what makes this bike a standout in the cruiser segment. With its sleek, blacked-out aesthetic and a punchy 471cc parallel-twin engine, the Rebel 500 promises a ride that's as smooth as it is stylish. Whether you're navigating city streets or cruising on the open road, this bike aims to deliver comfort, control, and that unmistakable Rebel attitude. So, are you ready to see if the Honda Rebel 500 lives up to the hype? Grab your gear; it's time to hit the road and find out!
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Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:21 - Cinematics
00:59 - Sound Check
2:56 - Flat Foot Check
3:59 - Cop Chase
4:50 - Body Position
6:15 - City Performance
12:12 - Highway Entrance (40-80 Pull)
13:21 - Highway Performance
14:46 - Cardo Spot
16:35 - Engine Performance
18:12 - Suspension Performance
18:57 - Braking Performance
19:57 - Controls Overview
24:12 - Walk Around
26:31 - Steering Stem Lock Test
27:18 - Purchase Or Pass?

Пікірлер: 155

@chaseontwowheels 4 ай бұрын

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@Shadow.Shot.Airsoft Ай бұрын

@chaseontwowheels hard decided on this or the CFO moto450 SS first bike doesn't matter what bike just don't wanna waste money

@marcelpursche5339 4 ай бұрын

One thing to remember with the Rebel on highways: the sixth gear is an overdrive meant for driving at constant speed for fuel economy. For top speed and acceleration you want to drop down to fifth gear.

@jasenrock 4 ай бұрын

thats all manual vehicles

@Izard-wn6cc 4 ай бұрын

@@jasenrockno sixth has a longer gear ratio meaning it drops torque and power for better fuel economy, sixth will feel more sluggish than every other gear even in the same rev range

@XstonedmonkeyzX 4 ай бұрын

Well, Ive owned a Rebel 500 since 2019, and have done 17k+ miles on it. And you NEED 6th gear to reach the top speed. Its easy to top out 5th on her. But she is in a way limited to 110. You can tell there is a sudden power loss around 110-115.

@Izard-wn6cc 4 ай бұрын

@@XstonedmonkeyzX well said

@cheungalex4679 4 ай бұрын

at 5th need to boom up the rev before going into 6th

@targon709 3 ай бұрын

I bought this rebel, I love it to death, every time I get on it I fall in love. Over and Over again.

@leeinwis 3 ай бұрын

It's too much power for you.

@bradroddenham6370 3 ай бұрын

Totally agree. Two changes I had to make to tweak it were a new Mustang seat and forward controls to move the foot controls up about 6 inches. Made her perfect and I plan to ride this bike for years.

@revamp8835 16 күн бұрын

I’m considering this or a Harley because of the low seat height I barely tippy toe a R7 /:

@bradroddenham6370 14 күн бұрын

@@revamp8835 I took the MSF class on a Harley Street 500. Personally, I prefer the Rebel 500. Slightly lower seat height, better foot control positions, bike is a bit lighter, costs a bit less, more dependable, and far more aftermarket mods available for it, plus a ton of other Rebel owners always ready to offer you tips and help.

@uh60rider2000 2 ай бұрын

46 years old and I've never ridden before. I plan on taking a course and eventually buying a bike. This one looks to be right up my alley. I LOVE the style. Like you said, it's a whole vibe. I can see myself riding one of these to and from work daily.

@troy9er 4 ай бұрын

Nice little bike. Honda makes some good bikes and cars too! I had a 97 Valkyrie and loved it!! Had to sell it to pay my taxes!!! 😡😡😡 then I had a stroke a few years ago that took away my balance. Thought my ridding days were over. Then I discovered the F-3S Spyder by Can Am. No balance required! I’m back in the wind!!!! Wind therapy is a real thing, I here to tell ya!!! Love my Spyder!!!

@r3noob995 4 ай бұрын

Good for you Troy!

@troy9er 4 ай бұрын

@@r3noob995 thank you!!!

@michaelp7617 3 ай бұрын

Way to live your best life! 🫡

@douglasradowick508 4 ай бұрын

The only changes: 1.) a windshield. 2.) a tachometer. 3.) an engine guard. 4.) a different exhaust/like an arrow rebel. 5.) a better seat. Doug 🏍️🤓😎😇

@WillardTurner 4 ай бұрын

"Very not bad sounding exhaust" LOL

@LowQualityPigeon 4 ай бұрын

That cracked me up so hard😭

@LARGO125 4 ай бұрын

Soooo Honda... 😅

@robertstimmel1100 4 ай бұрын

I owned a first gen Rebel 500. It was a great bike for riding around a big city. I still regret selling it.

@gaborfekete890 4 ай бұрын

the production quality of this vid is top notch, very well done! :)

@ampuia 4 ай бұрын

My dream bike. Only Honda haven't decided to bring it to my country (yet). That's what makes it the bike of my dreams, that which I can only dream of! (cries in Spanish)

@BayawKhem 4 ай бұрын

I have the same bike, but the base model non-abs. I love how it's super easy to use as a beginner rider.

@jcon2wheels49 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for checking out this bike and making this review for it. 👍👍💪💪💪

@chaos_riggz2053 4 ай бұрын

I just bought a Rebel 500, never ridden road bikes before only dirtbikes. I’m 5’9” 150lbs, I have my temps and only ridden a few times round town for maybe an hour. I thought about a 125 or a 300. I feel like a Rebel 300’s they have to little power to comfortably ride highway speeds. I think the smallest I’d ever get on a bike would be a drz 400, or a ninja 400. I’ve was looking at other bikes before buying the 500 and this is the only bike I felt comfortable on. So for a simple, light, city/highway bike to have fun on. I love it. I might sell it in a year or two to get a bigger bike like a 600+. But so far I love the bike and I don’t plan on selling it any time soon!

@ChristopherHaviland-mj2se 4 ай бұрын

OC. I think this style of cruiser is an awesome addition to the group. Also keep up the fantastic content! looked like were enjoying that Rebel.

@ausstn879 4 ай бұрын

O.C. I would get the rebel 1100 for myself just because I already have a 650 ninja and also because my girlfriend loves cruisers. Love the look and love that they add LEDs from the factory.

@GymyJohnsBackandBis 4 ай бұрын

Happy to see a good review. My rebel should arrive in april 😅

@leeinwis 3 ай бұрын

300

@bmagada 4 ай бұрын

I have the 1100 and it has the same two problems the 500 does. That seat is not meant for long rides and that exhaust sounds like a sewing machine. People complain about how much gas it holds, but unless you riding off into nowhere, its generally fine. Swap out the first two and the bike is fun.

@XstonedmonkeyzX 4 ай бұрын

I stayed away from the 1100 because of the oil leaks it had. Hopefully its alm fixed by now

@drwho37 3 ай бұрын

I am a Rebel 500 daily driver and I 100% agree with this about the seat and exhaust. I replaced my pipe and got a seat cushion. It is now the best bike I've ever owned.

@sensupradip 3 ай бұрын

It sure is a very good cruiser. Thank you for the upload 🎉❤😊

@mushroomformula3805 10 күн бұрын

I have a rebel 250. Im about to get the rebel 500 this week. Im keeping the 250 to teach all my buddies to ride on also. Great video!

@Dustind1211 4 ай бұрын

Cool seeing a cruiser in the mix ... any plans for the vulcan s? Been reeeally wanting to see you take it out for a spin and hear your thoughts.

@Protokollon 3 ай бұрын

Awesome video. I test rode the same rebel, I was very underwhelmed by it. Very tame for a beginner.

@leospeeds500 2 ай бұрын

I have a 22 Rebel 500. GREAT city/beginner bike. I’m always getting compliments from all walks of life. It’s a a must for any stable. You definitely may want a 2nd/faster bike though.

@doublet7429 4 ай бұрын

Always good to start my day with a first ride vid. 👍

@masonmiller2697 4 ай бұрын

I have that in matte black with bronze, deletes relocation, chin fairing, and the 1100t fairing.

@Shadow.Shot.Airsoft Күн бұрын

Im having to decide on this and the z500 Sat on a few bikes today those are the top of my list

@Frank_Torre 4 ай бұрын

OC: I like the colour scheme for the Rebel SE. I'm not much of a cruiser guy, but definitely could see a city cruiser being a fun daily ride. Also seeing cop Chase head pop up I expected you to get pulled over again and if Yummi saw this and saw Cop Chase he'd be dying 😂😂😂

@unnf9971 4 ай бұрын

It never cease to amaze me how absolutely lovely the Rebel looks like. The only porblem there is not yet one made in adult size ;D (Yes, it's frustrating they still making it without a tach...)

@joeshot 4 ай бұрын

watching his video ,after five years... god his accent changed, Rebel looks very nice

@z-ro34 4 ай бұрын

I looked at this one vs the Eliminator and went with the latter. While yes, the 180 crank doesn't sound the "best" stock, I preferred the looks and the seating position of the Eliminator much more than the rebel. It also has a tachometer and a passenger seat that can keep your butt in the seat when getting on it. So far, nothing but compliments from other riders and people!

@Briansgate 4 ай бұрын

Rebel line is fantastic.

@johnp1232000 2 ай бұрын

Awesome 🙏 💯 🍀 👍..great rider/song/bike/style/video.

@jcjrdigital5570 4 ай бұрын

Just hit 10k on my 2021 Rebel 1100. The rebel line is just fantastic and you can’t beat the reliability!

@lokopixo2338 4 ай бұрын

having bought it, the camera doesn't show how long it is, it seems like a small bike (which is, tbh) but the wheelbase compensate for the low seat, you'll get what I mean when you see it

@tylerwilson428 4 ай бұрын

Can we expect a Rebel 300 review as well? Thanks for the effort! Great content, OC

@crazypotato625 4 ай бұрын

I got the 300 and its great even on Highway

@rimonshamon8607 Ай бұрын

definitely this will be my next bike after my kymco 300 :)

@bkr1064 4 ай бұрын

i love my 23 rebel id recommend it to anyone looking to cruise

@ctrlaltowned5223 4 ай бұрын

15:17 That transition was SMOOTH. I had to watch it twice. Very nice

@user-rx2eg4fq2k 4 ай бұрын

Not a cruiser guy but if i was, the rebel would fit me. Looks lovely.

@benryals7475 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for the video if I were to purchase a Honda rebel it would be the 1100. Tomorrow I will be riding this one for a friend that will be purchasing his first motorcycle

@SteveySwidz 4 ай бұрын

This is an extremely awesome first bike. The low torque is so much fun & the tach would be the only nice addition to have. Definitely not needed though. I own both the 1100 and 500. The 500 definitely doesn't feel like it would benefit from a rain-mode, but it would be nice to have an option to limit the engine braking and turning that option into a sport mode. Absolute joy to ride though. Skip the 300. You will want to upgrade to this in less than week and it's perfectly manageable. Awesome review Chase!

@life.of.hang711 4 ай бұрын

I'm debating on getting the 500 and having to worry about upgrading to the 1100 down the road. I'm a super safe driver, been driving stick for 10+yrs, did my mfs course...you think the 1100 on rain mode is do-able for a first long term bike for daily?

@chaseontwowheels 4 ай бұрын

I’d say it depends more on your ego. If you can keep that in check you should be able to handle it.

@SteveySwidz 4 ай бұрын

@@life.of.hang711 - I can’t put my finger on it, but the 1100 in rain mode is a little weird starting from a stop. It seems like no matter how high revs you use, no matter how quick you can be completely off the clutch lever, the bike moves off unnaturally slow at the speed it decides vs what you are actually doing. This might be a feature of rain mode safeties though. No issues in standard or sport. It can just be a little annoying if you end up practicing on roads with some car traffic in rain mode. But when it’s really raining and cars are moving slower, I can completely see the benefit. The 1100 was my first bike and I did a lot of NJ/NY roads so experiences may vary with rain mode. At 400 miles on rain mode, I graduated to standard and rarely use sport based on where I live. The biggest hurdle was discipline to not go standard when I wasn’t ready for it yet. That moment for the change comes naturally.

@life.of.hang711 4 ай бұрын

@SteveySwidz okay, that's good to know. So let's just say if I were to finance a 500, and got tired of it sooner than I thought, would dealer's allow trade-ins and refinance for a 1100??

@2wrdr Ай бұрын

@@life.of.hang711 By your question, I'm assuming you are very young. Wish I was still young in body. LOL JFYI, you will get burned $ wise if you buy twice from the dealer. You are going to lose via fees, taxes, and depreciation. My suggestion is to purchase a slightly used 500 and learn on that. Heck you may find you are perfectly happy long term with the 500. Take it from me, bigger, mo power, mo weight and all that goes with it has almost as many downsides as upsides. I've owned 13 bikes over 30 years and just sharing my experience with you for what it is worth. Wish you the best with whatever you get. I'm actually looking to get my first mini moto now after all these years. :)

@brodobaggins9781 3 ай бұрын

I'm 6.1 260 lbs. Thinking about this for my first bike. What's your thoughts? Any advice much appreciated

@life.of.hang711 4 ай бұрын

Chase please do the 1100 BUT manual one. No DCT. And compared it to the dct 1100 one that u did before.

@perrymathis4557 4 ай бұрын

Hey Chase what gloves are those?? Very cool

@michaelshelnutt1779 4 ай бұрын

Nice review.... Mountain Motorsports, happen to be in Conyers GA? I'm looking for that exact bike!

@chaseontwowheels 4 ай бұрын

Yep they have a conyers location!

@Random_Tangent 4 ай бұрын

You can do 40-80 in 3 and 4 gear for best acceleration. 6 is more of an overdrive for fuel economy and cruising so of course its not responsive in 6 but plenty of passing power in 4 or 5 at highway speeds for a small-medium. I wonder if honda will launch a 750 rebel using the hornets engine? That could be sweet.

@realsavour 4 ай бұрын

You mentioned you owned a Sportster S, how would you compare the two bikes?

@vincentsoto7091 13 күн бұрын

Any chance you've got a review coming up for Royal Enfield Meteor 350? I keep going back and forth between these 2

@Qaeta Ай бұрын

Just thinking regarding the pull distance on the front brake, might that be in order to be more approachable to new riders who might grab it a bit too aggressively, and the longer pull kinda gives them a little more progressive braking because of that?

@LARGO125 4 ай бұрын

Fun fact, the Rebel 500 actually has the highest rated top speed of the Rebel line up. 105mph vs 99 mph for the Rebel 1100 (governed)

@JC-wf4jz 4 ай бұрын

Can you review the new Kawasaki Eliminator 450?

@Talhastalavista 4 ай бұрын

What kind of boots you wear?

@gbtriumph3216 Ай бұрын

Where are the mirrors? Does the SE come with a rear camera?

@mvgfamous41 4 ай бұрын

pls review the cfmoto 800nk

@Undertaker93 4 ай бұрын

Yo I got the same bike I always get compliments from people when I'm riding 😂 I laugh when they mistake it for a Harley

@SoCalSlaughter Ай бұрын

I bought the 23 500 SE, 4 months later I bought a 23 CRF300L. I hardly ride the 500 now.

@mattcollado2859 3 ай бұрын

They should install a 270-degree crank on this; the only hold-up is the sound.

@snoopycharlie8718 4 ай бұрын

Cannot get used to that almost vertical tank

@TJ-qo2xu 4 ай бұрын

My fiancé and I plan on starting with the rebel series. They are great looking bikes, Honda reliability, and since my fiancé is short, the low seat height is amazing. Looking forward to more. Be safe

@zerocool6370 4 ай бұрын

OC I have a Kawasaki Vulcan 650S more sporty than the rebel 500 it has a slightly detuned ninja engine it's alot of fun but only good for light touring or just cruising around the city

@user-fk2mp5xh4s Ай бұрын

68K Miles so far on my Rebel 500.

@ziaoemmanuel 4 ай бұрын

Do a Kawasaki Vulcan S 650 First ride, I’m interested in that bike

@timothyforsythe3155 Күн бұрын

I have been on the interstate 70- 80 mph with no big vibration.

@ezkelionph 4 ай бұрын

is that a wandrd bag you have on?

@rileylofin7653 4 ай бұрын

Hey I’m looking for my first motorcycle and I want a middle class motorcycle I’ve rode dirt bikes and quads my options are gxsr8r and cbr650r and r7 and rs660 and I can afford all of them I will commute a little bit probably 2 or 3 days a week and I will do some weekend rides what do y’all think I should get

@LARGO125 4 ай бұрын

Im hoping we see the rebel 300 get cancelled, or made for MSF only. Then have the Rebel 500 be the entry model, the 1100 be the top end, and introduce the Rebel 750, using the Transalp/Hornet motor.

@jamessouthworth1699 3 ай бұрын

I like these but I wish they were belt drive instead of chain drive.

@sadiefear8655 3 ай бұрын

Excellant and very thorough reveiw.....being a 5 foot and just a tad more female, this bike is excellant for us shorter people

@bajacore 4 ай бұрын

On today's episode of C2W: Chase has bent legs Chase stops at red lights And Chase offers legal advice

@logancrouse6030 4 ай бұрын

Can you do a royal enfield super meteor

@amfitness5598 4 ай бұрын

Please review the Honda Rebel DCT version.

@claytondecowski3369 4 ай бұрын

Go buy a moped if you want a dct

@rayhan4502 4 ай бұрын

Not bad sounding exhaust, but bad looking exhaust. Nice chill bikes tho

@TDCGamingTDC 4 ай бұрын

Oc, I want the 1100t

@robertocojones4471 4 ай бұрын

If the Rebel 500 is better for smaller novice riders, what cruisers would be optimal for taller and heavier aspiring riders?

@marke6128 4 ай бұрын

Kawasaki elimimator

@robertocojones4471 4 ай бұрын

Aren't they the same size, and by that I mean dimensions?@@marke6128

@michaelgoh-blackbeltdesign8710 4 ай бұрын

How about the Kawasaki Vulcan S (650cc)

@LARGO125 4 ай бұрын

Yamaha Bolt, RE Super Meteor, or go used with a Sportster.

@word2228 4 ай бұрын

60mpg makes for a happy rider too ❤

@OpeoAslam 4 ай бұрын

No Iron Butt challenge on a Rebel 500? Lol

@faly7348 4 ай бұрын

Great bike alternative other for harley

@GrEeCe_MnKy 4 ай бұрын

This bike looks prettier when someone's riding it

@whollymindless 4 ай бұрын

The front brake's effectiveness is a little scary. I'd rather not be able to hit the bar. OC.

@Smallbore2wheels 4 ай бұрын

OC: A ceuiser can be wuatever you want it to be. Just because its not a harley or an Indian it doesn't mean its not a cruiser. I for one think of my lowered stretched, 150cc swapped ruckus as my "cruiser" because it has the vibe. Will i want to hit the highway on it, hell no, but I do love cruising around town on it.

@maxfosnaught555 4 ай бұрын

Cbr500r is enough for normal riding. Maybe 100mph+ get bigger engine. Knee comfort; reble, cb, cl,l....

@Coldlegend214 4 ай бұрын

Why don’t they put a dct or e clutch on this thing. That’s all I want/need. I don’t need an 1100

@TheAnnoyingBoss 4 ай бұрын

Why dont you just learn to operate a normal motorcycle broooo

@birdgeekguy 4 ай бұрын

you having the word annoying in your name is appropriate @@TheAnnoyingBoss

@Coldlegend214 4 ай бұрын

@@TheAnnoyingBoss because of my left foot BrOoOo

@tmmmedia731 Ай бұрын

I’m 6 ft and it’s good height for me

@TheOverlordOfProcrastination 3 ай бұрын

Manufacturers must really love KZfaqrs calling bikes ‘beginner bikes’, effectively losing them sales to experienced bikers who enjoy mid-capacity bikes.

@Daniel-dj7fh 4 ай бұрын

Cruiser people are just jealous that half a milk kart of an engine pulls better than their bus-glides and shit.

@xpoint9629 3 ай бұрын

I’m 5’6 I want to ride, but it seems like most bikes are catered towards taller individuals.

@xpoint9629 3 ай бұрын

Copy that. Thank you.@@user-bw5pk1ep9z

@Ulxaaf 4 ай бұрын

I cannot find power value for that bike anywhere...

@Viking570 3 ай бұрын

A 6"3 guy would be super UNCOMFORTABLE on this bike i assume?

@Viking570 3 ай бұрын

@@user-bw5pk1ep9z is there a cruiser more suited for a tall glass of water such myself?

@tillman40 4 ай бұрын

Content starts at 3:00

@pleasedontwatchthese9593 4 ай бұрын

23:53 you hit the horn on the honda because honda flips the horn and turn single on their bikes

@ws8080 4 ай бұрын

The Rebels just always look so meh to me..... The only one I've seen that looked decent was the 1100. The Scrambler 500 version is somewhat OK But otherwise I am expending effort to make sure my wife does not buy one of these. I'd take a VStar over a Rebel any day.

@christopherperry4437 2 ай бұрын

No offense at all, but the vstar is an awful bike. ( the 250 at least)

@Lars576 4 ай бұрын

This bike is not a cruiser to me. Looks like a sport bike.

@birdgeekguy 4 ай бұрын

you know You've spent too much time on high power super sports and muscle cruisers when a 45 horsepower 500 going on the highway seems like an undoable task to you

@dahni6609 3 ай бұрын

Bro you ride so slow I have the same bike in blue and I get some really good power getting around on highway and street. You change gears so early. Making you sort of slug along I guess. I started on a rebel 300 and would still get decent power. To 500 I felt such a better power it was so dope

@peterhedges3358 2 ай бұрын

you don't mention it feels like plastic bike no weight

@benryals7475 3 ай бұрын

I’m only four minutes into your video and I’m sure I will like your review but you pulled into the wrong lane so it’s not the Kia’s fault completely

@AbdoulSako 4 ай бұрын

oc yes

@dahni6609 3 ай бұрын

Btw it doesn’t take 9 seconds to get to 80 from 40 you’re doing it wrong lmao.

@STho205 4 ай бұрын

It is a silly riding posture for anyone above 5'5. To lower the seat that much but keep mid pegs makes you upright squat....which is extremely fatiguing on 5 hr rides...and even you here look a bit silly. For a rider under that, it is fine. Even the old rebel needed much more forward controls for the seat. If they just rebuilt the GL500/silverwing frame ergonomics into their 500cc you'd have a good economic tourer and town commuter bike with proper luggage mounts optional.