Great to see you back man! Can't wait for the first ride myself. Still mostly cold and rainy here in Kentucky, but we've had a couple of nice days this past week just to tease us lol. Looking forward to all you do!
Howdy, Jim, and thanks for stopping by! The Coffman's Shorty is a great upgrade for the Honda CB series. If you buy one through Coffman's website, tell them that Quasi (Aaron) referred you! 😉👍 --QM
I've had this one mine for almost a year and a half... its been great. I did it to fit under some large hard saddle bags I put on that wouldn't fit with the stock muffler.
Thanks for watching! I made a full review video for the previous "upswept" Thunder exhaust a couple of years ago: ua-cam.com/video/4Y48--_1rms/v-deo.html . That video has full sound comparisons and dB measurements using high quality equipment, so you can hear the exhaust in proper form. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
👊 Thanks, Robert! I'm not back to "normal" yet, but I'm getting there slowly. I hope to get back out for longer rides and motocamping trips soon. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Quasi, so good to see you back. I hope you and your family are well. Please please help me!!! I way 350 pounds with my gear and am looking to get something to ride. I need to run 60-65mph all day while getting the absolute best mpg possable as my bant roll is as small as they come. What bike/scoot do you suggest??? Please help. Thank you sooo much for your content.
Howdy, Jonathon! You didn't mention your height or inseam, which can majorly affect motorcycle/scooter selection. Your geography can also make considerable differences in how well you can sustain speed, particularly with small-displacement scooters (lots of hills or headwinds mandate larger engine output to maintain speed uphill). If you need to maintain a "comfortable" 60-65 mph consistently and efficiently, then you should be shopping for the middleweight class of motorcycles and scooters. You could look at the 250-300 class machines, but their efficiency drops when you push them harder at freeway speeds and higher riding weights. If you want a motorcycle, then the 500-750cc range is your best fit, considering your riding weight. The Honda CB500 series of bikes (CB500F/X and CBR500R) are amazing all-purpose motorcycles that excel at commuting and crushing tons of miles for not much $$$. The Honda NC750X is another great commuter choice with more torque and better ergonomics for larger riders. Any middleweight Hondas will return 55-70 MPG all day, depending on your riding habits and terrain. There are plenty of other great middleweight options, like the Kawasaki Z400 (naked), Ninja 400 (sporty), Eliminator 450 (cruiser), and Versys 650 (adventure). Suzuki's SV650 and V-Strom 650 are legendary in the middleweight class. Yamaha redefined the middleweight naked class with their MT-07 and its amazing 270° parallel twin. These bikes won't be as efficient as the Hondas (generally speaking), but they still return a respectable 45-60 MPG in most commuting scenarios. The key to shopping for an efficient commuter machine or a frugal tourer is a 2-cylinder engine... either a parallel- or V-twin. The inline 4-cylinder engines are never as efficient due to reciprocating and parasitic losses in the engine (more friction and internal losses) and because I-4's are usually tuned for performance over economy. If you're more into scooters and their twist-and-go lifestyle, then you'll want to go for a middleweight machine. The only new middleweight scoots in the USA are the Yamaha XMAX 400, Suzuki Burgman 400, and BMW C400GT. You could get by with a Suzuki Burgman 200 (meets the 65 mph requirement), but that won't leave a lot of headroom for passing or hill climbing with a 350-lb rider onboard. Older/used scooters like the Yamaha Majesty 400, Honda SilverWing 600, Suzuki Burgman 650, and others will haul one or two riders down the road at 85+ MPH all day long without breaking a sweat. Let me know if you have more specific questions, and I'll be happy to assist! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Quasi, thank you so very much for your info. Its not the great news i was hopeing for as when you start hearing things like 100 mpg its ez to get excited. Im 5 foot 8 and a half and the honda xr150l seat is about the tallest seat i can handle with comfort. And the new price being >4k is very apealing. I live in ny state so turane veries. I usualy have no money so this is why i want the best mpg possable. Ive got a bad back that prevents me from working so im limited to what i can make scraping metal. Unfortunately the sport style bike are out due to my back. I had hopes of the adv150 or the xr150l being enouph but sounds like they arnt going to cut it. The mph figure is cause i dont like being "in the way". I dont mind setting my maps app to avoid highways. I will be returning to look at your response several times as you gave me so much help. Thanks again. The reliability of new would be a great pease of mind but my budget dictates that even the adv150 would have to have come used. This is a concern as i dont have great friends to rescue me if i break down once im a couple hundred miles away from home, and im looking to go and get out a long way. Your ausumn quasi, thanks
Just wanted to add, when it comes to being "in the way" im ok with sometimes, just not all the time. Just want to stay with trafic like 90% of the time. Thanks
The Honda ADV150/160 might be a good fit for you if you don't mind being limited to ~65 mph top speed. My buddy, Kevin, has the 2023 ADV150, and he loves it. He is 6' tall and weighs ~300 lbs: ua-cam.com/video/uxlqSbNVRHg/v-deo.html The XR150L probably won't work for you because its top speed will be 50-55 mph (best case scenario) with a 350-lb rider onboard. The official weight capacity for the XR150L is 311 lbs, and the ADV160 is 366 lbs. If you don't mind purchasing a used bike, then a used Honda CB500X or a middleweight scooter will offer more "bang for the buck" and should still be very reliable and economical to operate. I hope you find a good fit and get into riding soon! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Thank you quazi, i did sub to kevins vids already but he has very few vids up about the adv150. I know he talked about the mpg only being in the 60's when he first got it and was expecting that to improve. However we never got an update about if it did or not. Thanks man, your the best.
Little off topic, looks like you have something like grip puppies to make the grips a little thicker. Do you happen to have a link to the ones you are using? I find my throttle hand falls asleep because the OEM grips do not have a large enough diameter. Thanks
Howdy! You are correct... those are the Original Grip Puppies (7/8" bars): amzn.to/3zxZYKF . I have these installed on several of my bikes and scoots. They made a HUGE difference for me in terms of hand & wrist comfort on the Rebel. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Question....sorry off topic but I think you've got rid of your Ryker...I've been on the two wheel road for 55 years and now at 72 was thinking HARD of getting the 2024 Ryker Rally....Looking all over the place (but not really good with the internet) JUST where you purchased the driver's floorboards ??...My last three HD's all had floorboards so I'm kinda use to the now...THANKS
Those were the Black Dymond floorboards from Lamonster Garage: www.lamonstergarage.com/lamonster-black-dymond-can-am-ryker-floorboards/ Remember that the Ryker doesn't have power-assist steering... it's completely manual (think go-kart steering). It requires a lot of upper body strength and rider input to corner and maintain trajectory on the road. The Spyder trikes have power-assisted rack and pinion steering, so they are much easier to ride and are more comfortable for touring. I hope you find a good fit! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Thanks for the feedback! Those are the CRG Hindsight Lanesplitter mirrors. You can see the installation video here, and the product links are in the video description: ua-cam.com/video/U7Bggy5diaM/v-deo.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Howdy! Yes, the CB500X is still waiting for me in the warehouse. I still need to do the valve inspection, and it's overdue by a couple of thousand miles. I also need to diagnose some driveline noise that happens at low speeds. I suspect the rear wheel bearings are getting crunchy, so I haven't ridden it much in the past year. I'll tackle the valve adjustment for the CB500X and the CB500F simultaneously because they have identical engines. Both bikes are due for their 20K mile service, so it'll be a doppelganger maintenance party! Cheers! 😉👍
@@QuasiMotard Great! Thanks for the reply glad you still have it. I will look forward to that in the future.. I was having a annoying buffeting issue with mine! Any way I think I have solved it! I noticed that everyone goes taller and taller and taller with the windscreens to try and overcome it, but in fact, I think the only way to really solve it is to actually go lower. I’ve got myself a sport screen from WRS. It seems to have done the trick
@tom9266t Nope! I've been running this way for 12K miles without any problems. The ECU can adjust about 10%, and the catalytic converter is still in the mid-pipe. If the intake was also upgraded to allow more airflow (K&N filter or similar) or if the catalytic converter was removed, then I'm sure it would run too lean and need a remap. 😉👍 --QM
Not a lover of these short exhausts. But this version looks 100% better than what you took off. Plus points too, that you use the large Honda saddle bag on that side, and it doesn’t intrude. Question, did you swap the lock clip, on the saddlebag mount ? As you remove up to the front. This be reversed, up to the rear. Having a thick moment. I Have the 500 Rebel, as I have a very short inside leg (27 inches) So logical upgrade be the 1100. But, I stick with manual. Oh, what flyscreen, is that. Thanks……Mark (weemark67) from Scotland.😊
Howdy, Mark! I'm not a fan or proponent of loud exhausts, but I think the Coffman's Shorty (and now Thunder) suit the Rebel's mood. I have plenty of other quiet bikes and scooters, so it's fun to have a slightly rowdy steed in the stable. As you probably know, these Honda panniers and mounts are made by SW-Motech. Any of the SLC bags will fit on the Honda pannier mounts. The silver locking "bobbin" needed to be reversed to fit the left bag onto the right mount. All of the screw diameters are identical, so I just swapped the bobbin to the top-rear position. When I swap to other SLC bags with proper left and right brackets, then I just reverse that bobbin to the top-front position again. The windscreen on my Rebel is the Daytona Blast Barrier from Webike Japan: japan.webike.net/products/24739062.html . It does a decent job of reducing air pressure on my chest, but it's not an ideal touring screen. There is a fair amount of turbulence directed at my helmet (5' 6" tall, 29" inseam). I may eventually replace that screen with a larger "batwing" from Memphis Shades or perhaps the removable screen from MadStad Engineering. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard loved the videos on your Hunter. So glad your ok after, that. 😢. Am trying to spice up my Meteor. Got the cam, fuel x, those sexy led indicators. But i am no mechanic. They weather is horrible here in north east Scotland. Was watching the Honda Cub, last night. Great stuff. Just got a custom leather seat done for Rebelene the Rebel. Best regards. Wee Mark.
I've been wanting to get a rebel 1100 but after watching your kids I am re thinking it.. If you could answer a couple questions I'd really appreciate it. Did you ever figure out what went wrong with your Cruise Control? After the dtx messed up and they reprogrammed your bike have you had any more dtc problems? Over all how good has Honda been with their warranty service? Thanks in advance for the answers and thanks for all the vids...
Howdy! The problems with my Rebel 1100 DCT have been very minor. The cruise control issue was caused by the rear brake switch "fluttering" under light to moderate brake pressure (not fully engaged). I adjusted the switch to engage just a bit earlier (about 3/4 turn) so it wouldn't flutter under maintenance pressure while sitting at stop lights. The stator oil leak issue that plagues both the DCT and the manual version is due to an assembly error (not enough gasket sealer around the cable grommet/gland). The repair was covered under extended warranty on my bike, but some other owners havent' been as fortunate. I hope that Honda decides to do a "silent recall" or persistent TSB on this issue to cover other affected Rebels for at least 5 years, but we'll see if that happens or not. The idle hang issue that I experienced (several times on camera) couldn't be reproduced by my dealer when they tried to troubleshoot it. I suspect that it is a heat-related issue, because I have only experienced it during the summer months when it's 100°F+ here in Houston. Honda was made aware of the issue, and they advised the dealer to perform the DCT reset/re-learn procedure. I haven't noticed the problem since that reset, but the weather has been cooler since then. I will be sure to let everyone know if it happens again this summer. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@QuasiMotard thanks for the detailed reply. Right now I'm trying to find a dealer with lower "fees" here in FL they are out of control on dealer fees... anywhere from 2 to 4 grand (over tax/tag) probably going to wind up with a used one. Thank you for all the vids.
@FreeAmericanSpirit Yeah, the dealer price gouging game is crazy these days. I usually shop several dealers around nearby states to find the best deal. If the OTD price plus my round-trip travel fees at an out-of-state dealer are lower than that of a local dealer, then I'll take a road trip every time. Why reward greedy dealers by paying their ransoms?! 🤣👍 --QM
Same... I don't know why Honda allows dealers to rip of their (hondas) customers like that. You would think they would clamp down on them. So for now, patience is the game. I also teed off my harley dealer when I told him I am through with Harley....
Yes, the sound is virtually identical. Coffman uses the same baffle section on all of their exhausts so they all sound similar. The Thunder is quieter than the Shorty because of the extra pipe length. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Thanks for the feedback! This video was recorded on my Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. I have a Quad Lock phone case, and that was mounted on a Ulanzi MT-16 mini-tripod ( amzn.to/439PPy4 ) with the Quad Lock tripod adapter ( amzn.to/3Ttuqgc ). The tripod and adapter make a convenient and portable kit for quick video production or mobile conferences. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
The Honda saddlebags are actually made by SW-Motech. They aren't 100% waterproof, but they are very water resistant. I've had a bit of water seep into the bags in heavy rainstorms, but the liners are mostly waterproof. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
I haven't been out on the Rebel 1100 yet this season. I'm still gauging my neck and back pain to see if I'm up to riding after my accident last October. However, I have a huge playlist of Rebel 1100 videos here, with upgrade/wrench sessions, cross-country trips, and motocamping: ua-cam.com/play/PLLXxDh3JumLkdGM2h3vvqWG_bbd4tmyxh.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Howdy! Yep, this video is current (Feb 27, 2024). I'm kinda sorta back... not out riding yet, but I'm getting back on two wheels this week. I rode the Rebel home from the warehouse on Tuesday evening to get it cleaned up and ready for riding season. My new SHOEI Neotec 2 helmet arrived on Monday, and my gloves and other stuff showed up today (Wednesday). I'm gathering up all my vlogging gear and transferring it onto the new helmet, and I'll probably make a fresh ride vlog sometime in the next few days... something like a "Catching up with Quasi" vlog. 🤔 It's been over 4 months since I've been on the bikes, so that's the longest hiatus for me across my 45+ year riding career. Wish me luck and no more unscheduled interventions with angry cagers! 😉👍 --QM
It's been my experience that when changing the exhaust your fuel economy suffers. It seems like no one ever mentions that or even tests it out. What do you think?
The only functional difference between the Shorty (smaller one) and the Thunder (longer one) is in the pipe length and orientation. The muffler section and the removable noise baffles are identical on both of them, and they sound nearly identical. You can see the differences with a full sound comparison and dB measurements in my previous Thunder vs Shorty video here: ua-cam.com/video/4Y48--_1rms/v-deo.html The original Coffman's Shorty vs OEM exhaust video with sound and dB measurement video is here: ua-cam.com/video/xqvVA_YBYLE/v-deo.html The Thunder is slightly quieter because of the longer pipe. The perceived sound level at the rider's position also sounds a bit quieter because the outlet is a few inches behind the rider's head (and pointed rearward) instead of being directly below the helmet. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Yes, I'm hoping to get back into riding later this week. I have several road trips and meet-ups planned from March through June. I hope my lower back and shoulders have healed enough to take those trips and not make me suffer too much. Wish me luck! 😉👍 --QM
The seat on my Rebel is the Honda "Custom forward" seat: dreamshop.honda.com/s/product/main-st-fwdspl-nh1l/01t6g000007WvyBAAS . The "forward" option is supposed to push the rider about 1" closer to the tank. It's also available in just the "custom" option that doesn't have a forward push to it (slightly flatter and less deeply cut scoop in the seat foam). Color options are black or brown. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard I have an 85 CMX250 Rebel, so the old ones. I traded an RV for what I thought was a Rebel CMX450, but it turned out to be a CM450 (Hondamatic) instead. Still an awesome swiss watch clockwork bike, but fugly. Just ordered a new fuel petcock for an 08 Shadow that has a vacuum fuel petcock safety recall on it that was causing me a world of h377 and had me cwrsing at this piece of Shadowsh1t all month. If you've ever had a bike with a modern vacuum operated fuel petcock on it... they fail and are a piece of crrp. Basically, when the vacuum switch inside the petcock fails, even if your petcock is on, no fuel will flow through to the fuel line, and you end up running your battery down to dead with no crank... because your bike is getting no fuel at all, even with the fuel switched on and even though you're getting spark. And you're like, it's like my bike is getting no fuel at all, there's gas in the tank, what's going on? Yeah... I diagnosed the problem all the way backwards to the RCRIT-08V141-7306 safety recall on the part.
So happy you are back doing videos! you have been missed!!!
Glad to see you've recovered enough to be out again! Hope your back and shoulder don't bother you too much riding. May the cagers stay clear!!
New exhaust looks great on the bike! Glad to see you back on the ‘tube!
Great to see you back on YT
Hi. The new exhaust looks very pretty. I wish you all the best for the new bike season.
Greetings from switzerland
Great to see you back man! Can't wait for the first ride myself. Still mostly cold and rainy here in Kentucky, but we've had a couple of nice days this past week just to tease us lol. Looking forward to all you do!
HE'S BACK! Good to see you back and getting ready. That Thunder looks great on the bike. Looking forward to seeing you on her again. Missed you Quasi.
Glad you are back and doing well
Thanks again for awesome videos! Mr. Aaron 💯
New exhaust looks and ounds great!!!!! Glad to see you putting out a new video !!
So good to see you are able to ride. Looking forward to your commutes. Considering a Coffman for my CB300r
Howdy, Jim, and thanks for stopping by! The Coffman's Shorty is a great upgrade for the Honda CB series. If you buy one through Coffman's website, tell them that Quasi (Aaron) referred you! 😉👍 --QM
It's so good to see you Aaron! 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Howdy, Gus! It's good to be back! 👊😉👍 --QM
Welcome back!
Damn, glad to see you back. I was getting worried! 👍🏼
I've had this one mine for almost a year and a half... its been great. I did it to fit under some large hard saddle bags I put on that wouldn't fit with the stock muffler.
Sounds great! Prob the best exhaust i've heard so far! Im really glad the left side bag works.
Sounds so good! 🔥
Any DB tests coming up?
Glad to see the 1100 is back out
Thanks for watching! I made a full review video for the previous "upswept" Thunder exhaust a couple of years ago: ua-cam.com/video/4Y48--_1rms/v-deo.html . That video has full sound comparisons and dB measurements using high quality equipment, so you can hear the exhaust in proper form. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
It’s good to see you up and about and making new videos bro.
Love my 1100DCT
Stay safe!!
Good to see you back on here.
👊 Thanks, Robert! I'm not back to "normal" yet, but I'm getting there slowly. I hope to get back out for longer rides and motocamping trips soon. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Quasi, so good to see you back. I hope you and your family are well. Please please help me!!! I way 350 pounds with my gear and am looking to get something to ride. I need to run 60-65mph all day while getting the absolute best mpg possable as my bant roll is as small as they come. What bike/scoot do you suggest??? Please help. Thank you sooo much for your content.
Howdy, Jonathon! You didn't mention your height or inseam, which can majorly affect motorcycle/scooter selection. Your geography can also make considerable differences in how well you can sustain speed, particularly with small-displacement scooters (lots of hills or headwinds mandate larger engine output to maintain speed uphill). If you need to maintain a "comfortable" 60-65 mph consistently and efficiently, then you should be shopping for the middleweight class of motorcycles and scooters. You could look at the 250-300 class machines, but their efficiency drops when you push them harder at freeway speeds and higher riding weights.
If you want a motorcycle, then the 500-750cc range is your best fit, considering your riding weight. The Honda CB500 series of bikes (CB500F/X and CBR500R) are amazing all-purpose motorcycles that excel at commuting and crushing tons of miles for not much $$$. The Honda NC750X is another great commuter choice with more torque and better ergonomics for larger riders. Any middleweight Hondas will return 55-70 MPG all day, depending on your riding habits and terrain.
There are plenty of other great middleweight options, like the Kawasaki Z400 (naked), Ninja 400 (sporty), Eliminator 450 (cruiser), and Versys 650 (adventure). Suzuki's SV650 and V-Strom 650 are legendary in the middleweight class. Yamaha redefined the middleweight naked class with their MT-07 and its amazing 270° parallel twin. These bikes won't be as efficient as the Hondas (generally speaking), but they still return a respectable 45-60 MPG in most commuting scenarios. The key to shopping for an efficient commuter machine or a frugal tourer is a 2-cylinder engine... either a parallel- or V-twin. The inline 4-cylinder engines are never as efficient due to reciprocating and parasitic losses in the engine (more friction and internal losses) and because I-4's are usually tuned for performance over economy.
If you're more into scooters and their twist-and-go lifestyle, then you'll want to go for a middleweight machine. The only new middleweight scoots in the USA are the Yamaha XMAX 400, Suzuki Burgman 400, and BMW C400GT. You could get by with a Suzuki Burgman 200 (meets the 65 mph requirement), but that won't leave a lot of headroom for passing or hill climbing with a 350-lb rider onboard. Older/used scooters like the Yamaha Majesty 400, Honda SilverWing 600, Suzuki Burgman 650, and others will haul one or two riders down the road at 85+ MPH all day long without breaking a sweat.
Let me know if you have more specific questions, and I'll be happy to assist! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Oops, saposed to say bank rolll, not bant. Sorry
Got one for my rebel 300. It’s good exhaust. Only one that doesn’t make the 300 sound like a dirt bike.
Quasi, thank you so very much for your info. Its not the great news i was hopeing for as when you start hearing things like 100 mpg its ez to get excited. Im 5 foot 8 and a half and the honda xr150l seat is about the tallest seat i can handle with comfort. And the new price being >4k is very apealing. I live in ny state so turane veries. I usualy have no money so this is why i want the best mpg possable. Ive got a bad back that prevents me from working so im limited to what i can make scraping metal. Unfortunately the sport style bike are out due to my back. I had hopes of the adv150 or the xr150l being enouph but sounds like they arnt going to cut it. The mph figure is cause i dont like being "in the way". I dont mind setting my maps app to avoid highways. I will be returning to look at your response several times as you gave me so much help. Thanks again. The reliability of new would be a great pease of mind but my budget dictates that even the adv150 would have to have come used. This is a concern as i dont have great friends to rescue me if i break down once im a couple hundred miles away from home, and im looking to go and get out a long way. Your ausumn quasi, thanks
Just wanted to add, when it comes to being "in the way" im ok with sometimes, just not all the time. Just want to stay with trafic like 90% of the time. Thanks
The Honda ADV150/160 might be a good fit for you if you don't mind being limited to ~65 mph top speed. My buddy, Kevin, has the 2023 ADV150, and he loves it. He is 6' tall and weighs ~300 lbs: ua-cam.com/video/uxlqSbNVRHg/v-deo.html
The XR150L probably won't work for you because its top speed will be 50-55 mph (best case scenario) with a 350-lb rider onboard. The official weight capacity for the XR150L is 311 lbs, and the ADV160 is 366 lbs.
If you don't mind purchasing a used bike, then a used Honda CB500X or a middleweight scooter will offer more "bang for the buck" and should still be very reliable and economical to operate. I hope you find a good fit and get into riding soon! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Thank you quazi, i did sub to kevins vids already but he has very few vids up about the adv150. I know he talked about the mpg only being in the 60's when he first got it and was expecting that to improve. However we never got an update about if it did or not. Thanks man, your the best.
Mine took like 15 minutes to install. I can’t stop smiling every time I fire my bike up now!
Nice looking exhausted and sounds good 👍
Little off topic, looks like you have something like grip puppies to make the grips a little thicker. Do you happen to have a link to the ones you are using? I find my throttle hand falls asleep because the OEM grips do not have a large enough diameter. Thanks
Howdy! You are correct... those are the Original Grip Puppies (7/8" bars): amzn.to/3zxZYKF . I have these installed on several of my bikes and scoots. They made a HUGE difference for me in terms of hand & wrist comfort on the Rebel. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard Thank you, just ordered.
Question....sorry off topic but I think you've got rid of your Ryker...I've been on the two wheel road for 55 years and now at 72 was thinking HARD of getting the 2024 Ryker Rally....Looking all over the place (but not really good with the internet) JUST where you purchased the driver's floorboards ??...My last three HD's all had floorboards so I'm kinda use to the now...THANKS
Those were the Black Dymond floorboards from Lamonster Garage: www.lamonstergarage.com/lamonster-black-dymond-can-am-ryker-floorboards/
Remember that the Ryker doesn't have power-assist steering... it's completely manual (think go-kart steering). It requires a lot of upper body strength and rider input to corner and maintain trajectory on the road. The Spyder trikes have power-assisted rack and pinion steering, so they are much easier to ride and are more comfortable for touring. I hope you find a good fit! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
where did you get your bar end mirrors? lookin' good.
Thanks for the feedback! Those are the CRG Hindsight Lanesplitter mirrors. You can see the installation video here, and the product links are in the video description: ua-cam.com/video/U7Bggy5diaM/v-deo.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Good to see you back! Do you still have that nice little cb500x? Did you ever do the valve inspection?
Howdy! Yes, the CB500X is still waiting for me in the warehouse. I still need to do the valve inspection, and it's overdue by a couple of thousand miles. I also need to diagnose some driveline noise that happens at low speeds. I suspect the rear wheel bearings are getting crunchy, so I haven't ridden it much in the past year.
I'll tackle the valve adjustment for the CB500X and the CB500F simultaneously because they have identical engines. Both bikes are due for their 20K mile service, so it'll be a doppelganger maintenance party! Cheers! 😉👍
@@QuasiMotard Great! Thanks for the reply glad you still have it. I will look forward to that in the future.. I was having a annoying buffeting issue with mine! Any way I think I have solved it! I noticed that everyone goes taller and taller and taller with the windscreens to try and overcome it, but in fact, I think the only way to really solve it is to actually go lower. I’ve got myself a sport screen from WRS. It seems to have done the trick
next question...when you installed the coffman exhaust, did you have to do any remapping of the induction? Thanks.
@tom9266t Nope! I've been running this way for 12K miles without any problems. The ECU can adjust about 10%, and the catalytic converter is still in the mid-pipe. If the intake was also upgraded to allow more airflow (K&N filter or similar) or if the catalytic converter was removed, then I'm sure it would run too lean and need a remap. 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard thanks...
Fitting the thunder is easier if you unbolt the other hanger on the cat area of the pipe.
What do you mean? Was it helpful in getting the pipe seated all the way to the flange?
@@OakTurtle_ yeah gives you more wiggle room.
Not a lover of these short exhausts. But this version looks 100% better than what you took off.
Plus points too, that you use the large Honda saddle bag on that side, and it doesn’t intrude.
Question, did you swap the lock clip, on the saddlebag mount ? As you remove up to the front. This be reversed, up to the rear. Having a thick moment. I Have the 500 Rebel, as I have a very short inside leg (27 inches)
So logical upgrade be the 1100. But, I stick with manual.
Oh, what flyscreen, is that.
Thanks……Mark (weemark67) from Scotland.😊
Howdy, Mark! I'm not a fan or proponent of loud exhausts, but I think the Coffman's Shorty (and now Thunder) suit the Rebel's mood. I have plenty of other quiet bikes and scooters, so it's fun to have a slightly rowdy steed in the stable.
As you probably know, these Honda panniers and mounts are made by SW-Motech. Any of the SLC bags will fit on the Honda pannier mounts. The silver locking "bobbin" needed to be reversed to fit the left bag onto the right mount. All of the screw diameters are identical, so I just swapped the bobbin to the top-rear position. When I swap to other SLC bags with proper left and right brackets, then I just reverse that bobbin to the top-front position again.
The windscreen on my Rebel is the Daytona Blast Barrier from Webike Japan: japan.webike.net/products/24739062.html . It does a decent job of reducing air pressure on my chest, but it's not an ideal touring screen. There is a fair amount of turbulence directed at my helmet (5' 6" tall, 29" inseam). I may eventually replace that screen with a larger "batwing" from Memphis Shades or perhaps the removable screen from MadStad Engineering. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard loved the videos on your Hunter. So glad your ok after, that. 😢. Am trying to spice up my Meteor. Got the cam, fuel x, those sexy led indicators. But i am no mechanic. They weather is horrible here in north east Scotland.
Was watching the Honda Cub, last night. Great stuff.
Just got a custom leather seat done for Rebelene the Rebel.
Best regards. Wee Mark.
I've been wanting to get a rebel 1100 but after watching your kids I am re thinking it..
If you could answer a couple questions I'd really appreciate it.
Did you ever figure out what went wrong with your Cruise Control?
After the dtx messed up and they reprogrammed your bike have you had any more dtc problems?
Over all how good has Honda been with their warranty service?
Thanks in advance for the answers and thanks for all the vids...
Howdy! The problems with my Rebel 1100 DCT have been very minor. The cruise control issue was caused by the rear brake switch "fluttering" under light to moderate brake pressure (not fully engaged). I adjusted the switch to engage just a bit earlier (about 3/4 turn) so it wouldn't flutter under maintenance pressure while sitting at stop lights.
The stator oil leak issue that plagues both the DCT and the manual version is due to an assembly error (not enough gasket sealer around the cable grommet/gland). The repair was covered under extended warranty on my bike, but some other owners havent' been as fortunate. I hope that Honda decides to do a "silent recall" or persistent TSB on this issue to cover other affected Rebels for at least 5 years, but we'll see if that happens or not.
The idle hang issue that I experienced (several times on camera) couldn't be reproduced by my dealer when they tried to troubleshoot it. I suspect that it is a heat-related issue, because I have only experienced it during the summer months when it's 100°F+ here in Houston. Honda was made aware of the issue, and they advised the dealer to perform the DCT reset/re-learn procedure.
I haven't noticed the problem since that reset, but the weather has been cooler since then. I will be sure to let everyone know if it happens again this summer. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@QuasiMotard thanks for the detailed reply.
Right now I'm trying to find a dealer with lower "fees" here in FL they are out of control on dealer fees... anywhere from 2 to 4 grand (over tax/tag) probably going to wind up with a used one.
Thank you for all the vids.
@FreeAmericanSpirit Yeah, the dealer price gouging game is crazy these days. I usually shop several dealers around nearby states to find the best deal. If the OTD price plus my round-trip travel fees at an out-of-state dealer are lower than that of a local dealer, then I'll take a road trip every time. Why reward greedy dealers by paying their ransoms?! 🤣👍 --QM
Same... I don't know why Honda allows dealers to rip of their (hondas) customers like that. You would think they would clamp down on them.
So for now, patience is the game. I also teed off my harley dealer when I told him I am through with Harley....
Does it dound the same as the old thunder exhaust?
Yes, the sound is virtually identical. Coffman uses the same baffle section on all of their exhausts so they all sound similar. The Thunder is quieter than the Shorty because of the extra pipe length. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
what cellphone did you use to record this? seems pretty good!
Thanks for the feedback! This video was recorded on my Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. I have a Quad Lock phone case, and that was mounted on a Ulanzi MT-16 mini-tripod ( amzn.to/439PPy4 ) with the Quad Lock tripod adapter ( amzn.to/3Ttuqgc ).
The tripod and adapter make a convenient and portable kit for quick video production or mobile conferences. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
What stand are you using to lift the rear of the rebel 1100
That's the Pit Bull rear stand for the Rebel 1100: www.pit-bull.com/honda-rebel-1100-rear-motorcycle-stand-f0111a-000 . 😉👍 ‐‐QM
The factory saddlebag, I want to get it but i’m not sure the bag is waterproof or not
The Honda saddlebags are actually made by SW-Motech. They aren't 100% waterproof, but they are very water resistant. I've had a bit of water seep into the bags in heavy rainstorms, but the liners are mostly waterproof. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard thank you. 🫡
When can we see this beast Running???😈😈😈
I haven't been out on the Rebel 1100 yet this season. I'm still gauging my neck and back pain to see if I'm up to riding after my accident last October. However, I have a huge playlist of Rebel 1100 videos here, with upgrade/wrench sessions, cross-country trips, and motocamping: ua-cam.com/play/PLLXxDh3JumLkdGM2h3vvqWG_bbd4tmyxh.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
hey R U back? Is this vid current? how ya doing? hope all's well.
Howdy! Yep, this video is current (Feb 27, 2024). I'm kinda sorta back... not out riding yet, but I'm getting back on two wheels this week. I rode the Rebel home from the warehouse on Tuesday evening to get it cleaned up and ready for riding season.
My new SHOEI Neotec 2 helmet arrived on Monday, and my gloves and other stuff showed up today (Wednesday). I'm gathering up all my vlogging gear and transferring it onto the new helmet, and I'll probably make a fresh ride vlog sometime in the next few days... something like a "Catching up with Quasi" vlog. 🤔
It's been over 4 months since I've been on the bikes, so that's the longest hiatus for me across my 45+ year riding career. Wish me luck and no more unscheduled interventions with angry cagers! 😉👍 --QM
great - al the best
It's been my experience that when changing the exhaust your fuel economy suffers. It seems like no one ever mentions that or even tests it out. What do you think?
What's the main difference between the two exhausts?
The only functional difference between the Shorty (smaller one) and the Thunder (longer one) is in the pipe length and orientation. The muffler section and the removable noise baffles are identical on both of them, and they sound nearly identical.
You can see the differences with a full sound comparison and dB measurements in my previous Thunder vs Shorty video here: ua-cam.com/video/4Y48--_1rms/v-deo.html
The original Coffman's Shorty vs OEM exhaust video with sound and dB measurement video is here: ua-cam.com/video/xqvVA_YBYLE/v-deo.html
The Thunder is slightly quieter because of the longer pipe. The perceived sound level at the rider's position also sounds a bit quieter because the outlet is a few inches behind the rider's head (and pointed rearward) instead of being directly below the helmet. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Would you be back riding any time soon?
Yes, I'm hoping to get back into riding later this week. I have several road trips and meet-ups planned from March through June.
I hope my lower back and shoulders have healed enough to take those trips and not make me suffer too much. Wish me luck! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard Very nice, hope you be back on the road soon! Wish you best of luck with your trips.
What seat is that?
The seat on my Rebel is the Honda "Custom forward" seat: dreamshop.honda.com/s/product/main-st-fwdspl-nh1l/01t6g000007WvyBAAS . The "forward" option is supposed to push the rider about 1" closer to the tank. It's also available in just the "custom" option that doesn't have a forward push to it (slightly flatter and less deeply cut scoop in the seat foam). Color options are black or brown. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Don't like the New Coke Rebel at all.
Give me the old Classic Coke Rebel back.
Which Rebel do you like? The old Rebel 250, 450 style before the 2017 revamp?
@@QuasiMotard I have an 85 CMX250 Rebel, so the old ones.
I traded an RV for what I thought was a Rebel CMX450, but it turned out to be a CM450 (Hondamatic) instead. Still an awesome swiss watch clockwork bike, but fugly.
Just ordered a new fuel petcock for an 08 Shadow that has a vacuum fuel petcock safety recall on it that was causing me a world of h377 and had me cwrsing at this piece of Shadowsh1t all month.
If you've ever had a bike with a modern vacuum operated fuel petcock on it... they fail and are a piece of crrp. Basically, when the vacuum switch inside the petcock fails, even if your petcock is on, no fuel will flow through to the fuel line, and you end up running your battery down to dead with no crank... because your bike is getting no fuel at all, even with the fuel switched on and even though you're getting spark. And you're like, it's like my bike is getting no fuel at all, there's gas in the tank, what's going on? Yeah...
I diagnosed the problem all the way backwards to the RCRIT-08V141-7306 safety recall on the part.