Ultimate HONDA REBEL 500 Review: LOVE & HATE Exposed!

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6 Months, 7000 Miles: My Love-Hate Relationship with the HONDA Rebel 500 | Moto Vlog Style. Unveiling the highs and lows of my journey with this iconic bike! #Rebel500Review #MotoVlogLife #MotorcycleLove #RidingAdventures #BikerLife
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@yourshootingbuddy 4 ай бұрын

I bought a Honda Rebel 500 in June of '23 so we both started at about the same time. I understand your "hate" list but think you should consider the fact that this is and always will be a basic, 500 cruiser. No fancy electronics saves a ton of money in initial cost and future maintenance. Now, after the 8 months or so that I've had this bike I might be wishing for higher power and some riding modes but for now will be sticking with my 500 as it does everything I "need" it to do and almost none of the things I "wish" it could do. Its fun and economical, light in weight. Ride safe and God bless.

@edwinscastanon8122 4 ай бұрын

Yeaah, and not so many crusier bikes have that features like adventure bikes, some supersports, and many bikes, and i think thats the charm of the line, just simple motorcycles

@Undertaker93 4 ай бұрын

I bought my Rebel 500 in May 5th, 2023 currently clocking in 3500 miles rn and it's my first motorcycle I say it's perfect just wish the stock exhaust was louder and having a little more torque would be nice

@specialized500 2 ай бұрын

It's not a bike for taller people . For me at 164 cm it's fine . It's also 46 HP not 26 HP. It's also not designed for fast roads . In UK it's ok as long as you keep off the motorway . why would you need riding modes on a bike like this as you just said it was not high powered ?

@lucadonati752 4 ай бұрын

I crashed with her (green 2021 Rebel 500) going 160km/h... I lived, she didn't. I miss her so much. To anyone who owns this bike, especially if first, trust me, you'll miss this bike. This video brought back so many memories... Ride safe

@MAJafari 4 ай бұрын

I'm sorry to hear that but Glad you're safe. I sure will miss her if I end up selling her but will cherish all the moments till then.

@haydentherg3322 Ай бұрын

With all do respect I’m shocked you didn’t turn to a red paste

@lucadonati752 Ай бұрын

@@haydentherg3322 I just rolled and rolled and rolled and rolled and rolled... jokes aside, I was lucky I didn't hit anything with my body apart the asphalt and that I was wearing all the gear possible, including a big backpack that absorbed the first hits

@echertbogdan3073 21 сағат бұрын

@@lucadonati752How did it happend?

@jamessouthworth1699 3 ай бұрын

One of the reasons I don't ride in groups is I don't want to feel like I have to "keep up" with anyone. I've had motorcycles from 250cc all the way up to 1450 CC and they've all been fine on the highway. You may be surprised to know that Honda made a 500cc touring motorcycle at one time. (GL 500 Silver Wing interstate). I took one halfway across the country. You'd be surprised how your perspective on performance changes when the only one you're keeping up with is yourself.

@MAJafari 3 ай бұрын

They sure all do fine and that's a good strategy to not ride in groups. however, a small group of friends with bigger bikes is fun to ride with.

@trevorgray4852 2 ай бұрын

"I feel it to be underpowered and i cant keep up with my brother and father on there 1100's" brother you cant blame a 500cc bike for not being able to keep up with 1100's. Thats like blameing your camry for not being able to keep up with your bros dodge charger, there totally different machines. Sounds like you've just out grown the bike and are comfortable with it and want a new challenge or more power. Nothing wrong with that but it's not the bikes fault, look at it as your skills have just increased

@billparker8954 3 ай бұрын

I have a full season and a bit on a 2018 Rebel 500. Up in Canada, spring hasn't budded yet, but I have had her in my dreams all winter. I can't wait; it's an addictive fun bike.

@Herveyman 2 ай бұрын

I live in New Zealand. I had a yamaha R3 as my first bike and loved it! I sold my bike after a year when I got a job around the corner from my house. I've changed jobs now and I'm currently riding a Harley Davidson night train which is great and now my wife is looking at getting her learners and I think this is the bike we'll get for her until she gets her fulls 😊 really helpful review!

@petrovski1948 3 ай бұрын

Good review. Which tank bag do you have on the bike? Thanks.

@MAJafari 3 ай бұрын

thank you for watching, it's a universal Tank Bag - you can find a similar one on Amazon but this one was given to me by a friend of mine.

@MatthewAu00 2 ай бұрын

where are your gloves from?

@2wrdr Ай бұрын

Why not change the sprocket if you want lower rpms at speed?

@LightTheBeam.916 2 ай бұрын

Hi great video I feel them same about mine. Would you mine sharing the amber/yellow lights you have? And how and why here did you attach it to. Thanks 🙏🏼 😊

@MAJafari Ай бұрын

Thank you so much, the Amber lights are Auxiliary LED by Kewig form Amazon, and I have attached them to the Frame sliders. Also, tapped to my License light wire for the power so they don't stay on when bike is off to drain the battery.

@PooyanT 4 ай бұрын

Great video! I have the same bike too, but I am thinking about changing it to Indian Scout Rogue hopefully by next year.

@MAJafari 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! And YESS! Indian Scout Rogue is just amazing.

@karlfonner7589 3 ай бұрын

@@MAJafari i’m thinking try a used SV 650. Not much difference in price and you could probably sell it for what you paid for it. What interest me is the hornet 750. But that’s gonna cost lots more money. or are used MT 07

@lesgillard985 4 ай бұрын

Ah... the motorcyclists dilemma 😊 Should i keep it or sell it ? Good luck mate 😊🎉

@tomzuriel9480 3 ай бұрын

Does having the headlight cowl help with air buffeting? I have the standard version, and I'm thinking whether to get a windshield or the headlight cowl. And yeah, after putting a good amount of KMs on it, you'll definitely find yourself wanting for a more powerful bike. But I guess in my case, I'd keep it for 2 more years and hone few more skills like stoppies and getting rid of my chicken strips before getting a more powerful bike.

@MAJafari 3 ай бұрын

The cowl doesn't really help with wind buffeting, it's still pretty brutal to ride in higher speeds, lol. And YES, faster and more powerful bike is definitely needed after a while.

@djkilo011 3 ай бұрын

Bought the exact same Rebel last Memorial Day weekend. Have the same list as you! Question where did you get the yellow running lights towards pegs?

@MAJafari 3 ай бұрын

500 SE is the best-looking Rebel out there, Those running lights, I found them on Amazon, I can share the link with you if you would like.

@KeepItReel 3 ай бұрын

@@MAJafarican I get a link to those light? I like to been seen at night. Thanks

@MAJafari 3 ай бұрын

Here is the link: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0C37HMZMF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

@KeepItReel 3 ай бұрын

@@MAJafari thanks alot for reaching out. So, how’s the rebel treating you? Still have it. I just bought one brand new and felt the same. I know I will grow out of it within a year but in the mean time I’ll just enjoy it until I pick up my Yamaha bolt or the rebel 1100 at a good deal.

@kerrystephens4496 3 ай бұрын

Yo! M.A. I am about to take a motorcycle riding course. I have been watching dozens of KZfaq vids. and I am convinced I want to buy a Rebel 500. The two main things I get from you is (1) This is a great bike to learn on & (2) You are ready to move up to the Honda 1100. Peace Bro!

@MAJafari 3 ай бұрын

Hello there, Rebel 500 is definitely an amazing bike to learn on. And YES! I am ready to get on a more powerful bike. Good luck with your riding course.

@sambennet8651 4 ай бұрын

Very valuable in depth review I am impressed with how much detail this had I showed it to my wife and now we will buy a rebel 500 for her 🙏 thank you for encouraging us

@MAJafari 4 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Please let me know how she likes her Rebel 500.

@sambennet8651 3 ай бұрын

2 weeks have passed and she is loving it @@MAJafari

@Storiesfromtheweb904 2 ай бұрын

How tall are you I know this bike sits low and I’m thinking of getting a 23 500 abs and I’m worried bout the height for me I’m 5”6

@MAJafari 2 ай бұрын

You’ll be totally fine, I’m 5’10” and my friend who is 5’2” actually rode it and could easily have their feet flat on the ground

@marjaneb2682 4 ай бұрын

Safe drive ❤❤❤

@tomwilliams288 4 ай бұрын

Have you try Honda Rebel 1100? Just wondering 🤔

@MAJafari 3 ай бұрын

I have and absolutely love it, check out the video I posted about the Rebel 1100.

@zacjohnson4411 2 ай бұрын

I’ve had this bike a year now and I can tell you it’s not a great road tripper but is an excellent city bike… I don’t think there is a better city bike out there considering great fuel economy, and low end pick up and the fact of how nimble and light it is.. its great. However, when you are at highway speed and want to pass a car, that is where the drawback. The bike just feels like it doesn’t really want to go faster than 130 to 140 km/h. And even at 120 km/h it’s vibrating so much. However, BEST decision as my first bike hands down. I really wouldn’t have made any different decision. If I were to have to buy my first bike now knowing what I know.

@somewhereelse3813 4 ай бұрын

Good honest review. Still considering the 1100 away from my CB

@MAJafari 4 ай бұрын

thank you so much, YESS! The 1100 is just a different animal.

@marjaneb2682 4 ай бұрын

For your question, Please Keep it

@marjaneb2682 4 ай бұрын

The prettiest bike ever ❤

@MAJafari 4 ай бұрын

thank you so much

@basharaasabeh3487 3 ай бұрын

Is the exhaust modified?

@MAJafari 3 ай бұрын

it is, Shorty GP from Radiant Cycles

@shanewooll8654 4 ай бұрын

I have a 2022 SE and I absolutely love it. It's my go to choice for most rides and I seriously doubt that I'll ever sell it. I went from a VTX 1300C to this, and although I enjoyed the VTX to the fullest, I enjoy the Rebel so much more. I would highly recommend that you don't sell your Rebel, but maybe consider adding something else to your stable if you want more power, features, etc. I currently have 5 bikes and my experience has consistently been that super basic, lightweight, small displacement bikes are purest way to enjoy motorcycling. Just my two cents.

@Joke89ful 4 ай бұрын

for me 2nd bike i would say is same feeling like Rebel is Yamaha MT07 , fun light nimble bike ...

@shanewooll8654 4 ай бұрын

@@Joke89ful Very nice choice 👍

@Undertaker93 4 ай бұрын

What exhaustis on it?

@MAJafari 4 ай бұрын

It's the radiant cycles Shorty GP

@BrJames-yq7iw 29 күн бұрын

I put foreword control gears on mine and love it helps on long rides .

@MAJafari 29 күн бұрын

I’ve been thinking about those tbh, which brand did you go with?

@AsmodeusT Ай бұрын

3:58 only 26 hp? I thought it had 47? I don't have one but was looking at them, and that's the number that's coming up for me.

@MAJafari 29 күн бұрын

It actually does have 47, I messed it up with Rebel 300 for some reason

@ChrisFrand 3 ай бұрын

Im currently looking at the Honda cmx500 rebel and think I would like this to be my first bike but because how my living circumstances is I ain’t getting a bike before at least 2 year so in that time they can change things on it and for me the only thing I would like changed that I think could be a big deal is it showing rpm so it’s easier to switch gear it’s just more comfortable to have speed, sound and rpm to diside gear in the start at least

@trevorgray4852 2 ай бұрын

Cmx500? Is there a different between the "cmx" and non cmx rebels? I know some come with ABS and others don't or maybe in different countries they go by different names I just don't remember hearing cmx 500 before. I'm looking to get my first bike as well and will probably go with the 500. I believe in 21 they updated them and they have a rpm Guage from 21 and up on all 500 models ro help with knowing when to shift gears.

@ChrisFrand 2 ай бұрын

@@trevorgray4852 from what I seen I think the cmx version have something to do with following European law or standards because the cmx version comes with the backseat and abs i don’t think there is more chances when that and from I seen the non cmx version is not for sale in the European countries I checked But I would like to recommend also looking at the Kawasaki eliminator 500 the rebel and eliminator is pretty close but from I seen their may be more videos on the rebel

@trevorgray4852 2 ай бұрын

@ChrisFrand ah yes I watched a video on that. I'm in the U.S and we don't get the back seat but other places do. And it might be a U.S thing as well but as I mentioned in 2021 I believe they updates the bikes and they got a gear indicator on the display. I'll look into the eliminator thanks. Good luck with your bike journey man, you said in like 2 years. Hopefully I will get mine a little sooner then that, I recently lost my car(that was paid off) and everything I own I'm starting over and a bike is more doable because car insurance is so high and there way better on gas as well. I hope you have a good day bro, keep your head up

@ChrisFrand 2 ай бұрын

@@trevorgray4852 yea I’m about to finish what in US is called high school and after that I want to take a degree that takes about 2 years and I don’t really know where I settle after that so I think I first start with my bike journey after I’m settled in It sad to hear the reason for needing a bike but it’s good you see opportunity instead of only the negatives and best of luck on your coming bike journey

@moonmahan1090 3 ай бұрын

Plszz new video we been waiting

@deshavetalkwithkit8935 4 ай бұрын

Get a cramp buster for your throttle. It will take the pressure off your hand and you won't need a cruise control.

@MAJafari 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for suggesting that, I have been actually looking into getting one. thanks again.

@Robisme 9 күн бұрын

That’s why the gas tank is so small. Honda knew their riders would take a break after an hour or so on their seat.😂

@MAJafari 8 күн бұрын

Now that makes all the sense 🤣🤣

@anhedoniaw5060 Ай бұрын

We both have the same model and I literally just traded mine in for all reasons u stated.

@MAJafari 29 күн бұрын

I’m glad that I’m not the only one who thought about those reasons! Haha

@davidstokes551 Ай бұрын

Makers of motor bikes seem to ignore rider comfort, I have a Honda adv 350, still trying to get a comfortable cushion to sit on, hard ride affects my spine.

@MAJafari 29 күн бұрын

Speaking the facts David

@hamidrezajafari2756 4 ай бұрын

Always amazing 🤩

@lons5472 Ай бұрын

@ 3:58 lol i know that sign.

@Hitman-zi1fv 2 ай бұрын

Sell it and use the money for the 1100. I have the 2024 1100 dct and damn it is a fun bike. Love the dct in stop and go areas.

@MAJafari Ай бұрын

That is literally the goal! thank you!

@KiwiPokerPlayer 3 ай бұрын

I live in New Zealand, we can't ride a bike more than 650cc while on our learner license. I know the SV650 is the obvious answer, but I don't like the look of it. The only cool looking bikes available here are the Rebel 500 and the Harley 500, and I don't really like the Harley, the Honda looks (and performs) much better, so that's what I'm getting. It's a learner bike, when my learner period is over I'm planning on getting an Indian Scout Bobber.

@MAJafari 3 ай бұрын

Indian Scout bobber is a good bike! and Looks cool, but, the Rebel 500 is definitely a better first bike to be honest.

@KiwiPokerPlayer 3 ай бұрын

@@MAJafari Oh, I agree, I was just pointing out that the Honda is my only real option and the Indian is a long term goal.

@robertmitchell6080 27 күн бұрын

I bought a CB 350 in 1976, then just my luck, they changed the learner capacity down to 250, so got a XL 250 which i believed was a good starter size, 650cc is a good 2nd bike size, by then ur used to the weight and power. After 6 bikes, 2 and 4 stroke 250-750 i got a GS 650G and didnt like the top heavy tank and weight of the bike because of the shaft drive, to learn on that would be a bad decision, but it looked and sounded good. I couldnt imagine a Harley being a 500 given theres no plastic on them, must be very underpowered. I think 650 as a starter in NZ is a little to big. The CRF 300 would be a great bike to learn on.

@yellowlenny 2 ай бұрын

"this bike is so uncomfortable" "i missed every second of it" what?

@MAJafari 2 ай бұрын

That's why I called it love and hate! Love it sometimes and hate it the other times.

@JYMBO 11 күн бұрын

Basically every single negative is fixed with the 1100

@MAJafari 4 күн бұрын

Thats so true!

@marjaneb2682 4 ай бұрын

What are you expecting? You almost passed a Range Rover 😅

@ajom67 2 ай бұрын

Maybe de 1100? I think you'll miss her.

@MAJafari 2 ай бұрын

the 1100 is a really good option, and I know I will miss her for sure.

@AIRMANBEAR 19 күн бұрын

EVEN WITH THE MUSTANG SEAT ITS UNCOMFORTABLE ?? WELL I KNOW MANY PEOPLE STILL NEED THE ALLYN AIR SEAT OVER IT.. FOR $39 ITS A BARGAIN

@MAJafari 13 күн бұрын

It is just the ergonomics of the bike in total that makes it uncomfortable! I have heard about those air seats and might give it try!

@the_undecidead 2 ай бұрын

You're probably too tall for that bike. I've had mine for more than a year now (18k mileage) and had absolutely no problem with comfort. I even once rode 250kms without getting off the seat.