One Month With My Rebel 1100! Worth The Upgrade?
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- Опубліковано 15 чер 2024
- How has it already been ONE MONTH with my Rebel 1100?! This month has flown by! I figured I'd take the time to go over exactly what my first month with the new Honda Rebel was like by going over everything I've done with the bike, the pros and cons of the bike, my future plans with the bike, how the Rebel 1100 compares to the Rebel 500, and whether I regret upgrading from my Honda Rebel 500 to my Honda Rebel 1100!
Of course, in typical LifeOfBurch fashion, I couldn't just give you a boring review, so we headed to grab some Rise Up Coffee and some tacos from my favorite local taco truck while I went over the one month review of my Rebel 1100! It's an unbeatable combo!
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Everyone says you have to drop your bike at least once, but I never dropped my first bike in a whole year... And then I ran a red light by accident and got sent to the hospital lol
I crashed by bike like...3-4 times without getting it totaled
Yes i'm a bad rider maybe i shouldn't ride anymore but i swore t could've prevent the last one if the bike wasn't in a bad condition,still is but it could've been beter
@@lavissa9596 if u never fall, u never learn. now you have the experience to not make the same mistake.
At least you didn't drop it though!
Keep your phone in your pocket !!!!!
just bought one today, My first bike ever.
I saw it’s an automatic I’ve never road a Bike what does that mean
@@danieljimenez9898 the DCT is automatic, you can also get a manual just like most motorcycles are. Automatic means you don't have to shit gears yourself, the bike does it
@@bm8236 the DCT also comes with paddle shifters on the left hand. You can switch to manual or automatic mode but there is no clutch lever or gear changer on the left foot
How’s it been as your first bike?
Wow didn’t know you can shift manually
1:49 my name shows up. Time stamping this for the time Burch’s channel becomes even bigger. I can show this to people
Ayyy let’s go!! Now you can prove to people you’ve been here since the start!
I wish an after-market company would make a perfectly fitting LARGER gas tank for this bike. It really needs a 5+ gallon tank. Add some after-market shocks (plus some wind protection, a rear rack, and a dry duffle bag) and this could be the perfect light solo-touring machine (especially for smaller riders). The biggest hole in the industry is the lack of touring machines designed for smaller people. Most of the touring bikes are 650 to 1000 lbs.
I love your videos! Thank you for covering everything regarding this new model & the 500 vs 300!
love my 2022 Rebel 300 it does exactly what I need it to do.
love your content, i just bought a rebel 1100 t 2023 manual, been 4 years since my last bike, cant wait to ride it, you just provide all the info i was loking for! thanks, keep going mate!
thanks Burch...for your simple explanation...i kept watching your posts and when i finally got my 2021 rebel 500, which is the first time i'm riding a big bike (to me), you helped prepare me. Totally, loving riding the rebel 500. I've been one since i was in high school (40 yrs ago). Like i said totally loving riding it. I've already changed the oil, put the back seat on and planning to order the back rest (sissy bar). I just watched your post about the back rest. God bless ya and protect ya on all your rides. Keep up posting, it helps a lot of people I'm sure.
Congrats on getting your Rebel!! That’s so exciting! And I’m glad my channel could help you out! Ride safe and enjoy every second of it man!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
I can’t believe it’s been a month already either I remember watching your vids cause u were one of the first to post with it. Keep it up
You've got a great voice! I could listen to you talk about bikes all day.
Gay
I finally got around to watching this video, and this makes me that much more excited about my purchase of this bike! Excellent video content, thanks! 🏍️💨👍🏾
Great vids man, loving the recording set up, your voice comes in suuuper clear with minimal background noise 👌🏾
Thanks for the info on the Burly accessories! Looking forward to those.
Hey Burch ! I am one of those new followers of this month, your content is really cool, you seem nice and you describe everything we wonder about the bike. It's great that you offer content about this Rebel 1100, in Europe we don't even have it yet, it is supposed to arrive in a few weeks ! Take care ! ✌️
Greetings from the UK! My wife will have a serious look at this bike once we are out of lockdown. She's not the tallest and has a couple of long term orthopaedic issues (the result of years playing field hockey) and so will probably try the DCT version. Therefore your reviews are so helpful. Funnily enough, at the same time I am looking at a VFR 800...
Love a good honest review. Thank you.
Yes on the long ass journey. Literally what im getting this bike to do so wanna see how it fairs
I'm stoked your loving the new bike mate! I was all set to replace my 500 with a manual 1100 In red, but after consuming some web content surrounding the new Rebel I don't think I will. Not because it doesn't look like an amazing bike but because Its just not exactly what I thought it would be. I expected it to be an evolution of the Rebel 500 in every aspect. But it shares many of the 500's negative traits, namely the suspension and fuel range. I think I'd be better served by a 650 class naked bike like Hondas own CB650R or the new Triumph Trident. Keep up the great content, even if I move away from the Rebel platform I will never move away from your channel!
Rode for years. Last bike was a Yamaha FJR1300. Had to sell it due to joint pain in my fingers. Been thinking of picking up a Bolt and then this beauty came out. The DCT is definitely intriguing for me. Looking forward to whatever mods you decide on. You have a new sub sir.
Thanks for sharing 👍
I cry a little every time I see the VFR tip..my 91 had 181K when I sold it..still miss the gear drive singing
A thought about speed limiters: Many manufacturers use them and rarely because the bike 'sucks'. Often it is due to the contract they have with tire manufacturers for stock tires. A speed limiter prevents the rider from exceeding the speed rating on those factory tires. Some times a bike may be sold in a market where insurance rates go up with too much top speed. Lots of reasons.
Just enjoy it and then flash the ecu when your warranty expires.
My local Honda shop gave me the opportunity to test ride the DCT automatic version of this bike. Other than the seating position a little awkward at first I kinda fell in love with it. As a long haul cruiser, the DCT makes sense, but if it was my only bike I would much prefer a traditional clutch and gearbox.
Agreed. Automatic is boring.
Great video, first time watching. Subscribed and can’t wait to see what you do with this thing
Ditto
Coffee and tacos. That's the life. Now I wish you could of made this video before I bought my rebel 500 as my first bike. Guess I'll have to buy the 1100 in a few years.
Glad to see you got to keep the Rebel 500!!!
Thank you so much for this and your other posts. I will keep my rebel 300 for all my city and 30 mile short highway trips. For cruising and I'm pounding my chest, I have a 2007 shadow 750 aero that I'll drive anywhere . . .
Congrats on your new subscribers buddy, you deserve it 🤟🤟
Thanks man!! I appreciate it! 🙏🏻
I thought the Rebel existed only in 300 or 500 CCs. I am amazed to learn that they offer it in 1100 CCs. Cool bike by the way.
Really love all the videos Burch, as someone who bought their first Rebel 500 last year I've enjoyed watching your content and have found it extremely helpful. Not to be a total Debby Downer, but my biggest gripe thusfar about the Rebel 1100 has simply been my inability to get my hands on one! I understand supply chains have been suffering as of late and perhaps I should just practice more patience, but I've been looking to upgrade from my 2019 500 and the nearest options are over 100 miles away. I can't even find bike to test ride unfortunately, and now I'm looking at maybe moving to the 650 class of Nake Bikes (The Triumph Trident in particular) which have also caught my interest and seem to have actual inventory to check out. Anyway, here's to hoping Honda can get some more 1100's out to the public sooner rather than later, maybe I'm just living in the wrong area? If your Maryland to Cali ride does happen, you're welcome to crash here in central Indiana. Cheers and keep up the great work!
Had me a 250 kawasaki ninja, back in high school days (early 90'-92'), looking forward in purchasing the Honda Rebel 1100...thanks for sharing
Great review and bike. I'll have to check out the coffee place next time i'm down in Annapolis! Baltimore County native here. It's great to see another Marylander!
Ayy another Marylander! I’d definitely suggest checking out Rise Up. Best coffee in the area!
New bike looks slick. Great video.
wow thanks for the tour. you rode around the same route i use to take when i rode around annapolis. have not been there in 5 years but this season i am planning on getting on the boat there and going to st. michaels island. take care.
Meet ups & ride round the block with randoms is fab idea, there was a guy here from the radio station who did that at coffee guru, would take 3-4 people round the block, they would then dive in a small cloth bag for prises, he had like a $200 iTunes card, and gold movie pass worth $80, but lots of stuff, but he had like 400 vouchers so it was a classic suspense. Give stickers away, go coffee shop hopping, the list is endless
Old man just retired on the verge of buying the 1100. Living in Maryland near DC. Thanks for the info I’ll be looking forward to more videos. Need everything including Maryland riding destinations.
Treating myself to this bike for my birthday, and Burch made me do it,lol . Great channel 👍.
That’s the kind of peer pressure we like! Haha thanks man!
Me too brother
Beautiful view on your favorite road!
I was was one of your first subscribers.
I watched you from your Honda Rebel 300 to 500 to your 1100 Rebel.
I have decided that I shall stick with the Honda Rebel 500.
My reason. I don't like the electronic driving gizmos, the 1100 is also a twin, I don't have the need to drive above 120 kms = 75mph and happy to cruise at 80 kms = 50 mph here, in Thailand.
Thank you for your information as an owner.
Looking for my new bike...this sounds like the bike for me. Thanks for the review.
Glad I could help! 🙏🏻
Good acceleration. Great exhaust note. The paint wearing off is dreadful. Is the 100 mph limit just something the American market bikes have? Good to hear it handles so well.
I'd suggest something really cheap for a first bike. Maybe a 250 cc trailie as it doesn't matter if you drop it.
I am considering a 1100 DCT, but the only modification I'll bother with is a sissy bar as they are great for strapping luggage to. Yep, I'll watch any videos you do on the road.
Good video with some nice scenery. What is the town's name by the water?
I'm from Anne Arundel county and just seeing the scenery of the ride is a good experience for me
Man that parallel twin sounds GOOD
You said the magic work honda rebel 1100 .. enough said we all want one :)
Thanks bro, good review 👌
Can't wait for a meet up! Maybe the Sporty 1200, your Rebel and a Buell race? I'll bring my GoPro for that. Keep up the good work.
I didn’t realize how many people wave to eachother on bikes😂
In Europe we make a sign between bikers. It's like common use. We do a V putting down our left hand. It's really a common thing.
Harley riders rarely wave at other riders unless you are also sporting a Harley. Most cruiser riders or sport bike riders wave or pull up.
@@GooberGalactic Dude don't start with your childish BS about Harley riders. I ride a harley I wave at everyone don't care what they ride, even scooters. Funny enough though I've been ignored by both scooters I've waved at
Only Harley riders don’t wave unless you are on one of those lame bikes too. I refuse to wave to an inferior bike anyways.
@@Presence_of_Mind_ you just caught the scooter riders by surprise haha....
Good bike especially for a new model. 100 mph top no problem for me. Will never go over 75 mostly 50 mph.I like it. Nice towns you’re riding through. Beginner or advanced bike is very subjective. I would ride the 1100 mostly in rain mode anyway or maybe standard sometimes on freeway. But I really like the cruise control and the electronics. Just hurry with the accessories. A video trip to California would be interesting in particular how you fitted it out your bike for travel.
Beginner bike is starting to sound like a good old guy (I'm 71) bike. The 1100 Rebel looks really interesting to me. Enough power to cruise all day on the highway and not overwork it. The small tank is a problem though
Idk if you remember back in 2017 my brother wad hit in Annapolis and killed, its 2023 and I’m finally going to get my license and buy my first rebel come July. Love your vids brother ride safe
Thanks for the video. I really wish I could find a manual one. The only ones I’ve seen are the DCT models. I look forward to more videos from you.
Glad you liked the video! In my opinion, it’s definitely worth the wait for the manual version!
You've done a great job! Greetings from Romania!
Thank you!! 🙏🏻
If you ever ride in Denver....just got an 1100 yesterday. Really enjoying it.
Ive been riding motorcycles for about two and a half years now, I just purchased a rebel 300 which was such a step down for my other bike. but honestly I really enjoy it it's a fun little bike. I'd get an 1100 but I got my 300 for about 3900.
Really glad I found your channel while you have such a small following at the moment. Im sure you will get to 100 thou subs in no time! Love the manual Motorcycle btw!
Thanks for the support brotha! 🙏🏻 100k subs would be AWESOME, and we can look back at this moment where you predicted it! Haha
I considered buying this but after all the reviews including yours I decided to pass. I am still enjoying your videos and I will be watching. If you ever are in the L.A. area I am down to meet up. Enjoy the ride and stay safe!
Ride up to Nova Scotia, our coastal roads are perfect for scenic rides :)
I was hoping another video was dropping soon 😎
Mmm riding with friends is fine with a small number, but I like that you are a lone wolf rider, freedom of the road means going solo. Nice clear narration, and review.
First, really nice review and opinions. That twitchy throttle response is inherent in Indian bike sport modes also. I sat on one last week at dealer in Troy, Ohio. For an older person it was a bit cramped. Is their any word about forward controls like they have for the Rebel 500 coming for this bike. I really want to add a smaller bike to compliment my Victory Cross Country. Last year I sold my Magna, ( 99, yes black and orange ) one of 7 Hondas I have owned over my 40 years of riding. I will need a screen or the Honda fairing, and driver floorboards also. Probably best for a me to wait a few months and see if the aftermarket addresses my needs.
Send everyone a taco from your favourite food truck when you hit 1 million subscribers, Burch.
... that's 1 million taco's. I don't think he will be a millionaire by then XD
I wish I’d have enough money to do that by then! Maybe 1,000 subscribers get tacos! Haha
Only 947,000 to go.
I unloaded the rear shocks and it's a bit better but will definitely look for a mod to make it a softer ride. I prepaid for all my accessories and bummed that they won't be available for a while!!!
Looking forward the build :)
Thanks man! I’m stoked!
Awesome review and thoughts
Thanks bro!
I'm picking up my first next weekend. '97 Magna! I'm in Baltimore.
Niiice! Congrats! We’ll have to ride sometime!
Great video and you definitely talked me into purchasing a Harley.
Nicevideos! def plan a meet up, I'm in! I'm just a little over in Delaware. Looking forward to more vids!
Coffee and tacos. Love it.
Good video. I have a ride suggestion for you and that is a Iron Butt challenge do something like the bun burner 1000 which is a thousand miles in 24 hours or less.
I’ll be following your channel closely. I just put in my deposit for a DCT model of the 1100. My delivery is set for mid-January. I’ve got a Street 750 HD right now and even with some tweaking, the rear suspension isn’t that great. I thought getting the Honda might be better. I’ll be waiting on your review when you start dialing down the rear suspension. More power to you and keep the vids coming. From California, keep riding and be safe.
Congrats on putting down your deposit! That’s exciting! I’ve tweaked the rear suspension some and got it to be much better than it was, but still not perfect. I do have new Burly Brand suspension that will be going on soon and should REALLY help out! Also, check out Quasimotard’s channel if you haven’t already. He has some pretty in-depth videos where he dialed in his suspension!
One standard thing to do on almost any Honda, is to put a +1Tooth sprocket on the front, and a -3T on the rear. It'll easily get you about 20MPH more top speed.
yes to the cross country trip and yes to the race!
Deal!
Also, what you have planned for the bike is exactly what i wanna do to it. Will u put up links to the shocks, risers and fairing when u get em?
Maryland to Cali n back, yes!
I love that engine. Love downtown Annapolis. I'm down for the Taco Meetup.
Cruisers just got my interest. I'll add u on my always watch list
My guy! Thank you!! 🙌🏻
I think the 500 with aftermarket shocks would be the sweet spot. The valves are also much easer to adjust. The Africa Twin motor needs the cams to come out for the intake valves. On the 500 you can simply remove the rocker arms.
Hi from Baltimore! I'm seriously considering moving up to the 1100 from my Honda CTX700N. Thanks for the useful videos. Can you talk a little more about the cruise control, since it was new for you and will be for most of your viewers I'm guessing?
Those Tacos look amazing
Really good one man! Cheers:)
Yeah that’s a Fabulous bike 🏍
Like ur videos a lot. Would have loved coffee and tacos on a ride, but am a bit far away.
Still waiting in the uk for this bike to be released great video though keep it up
Thanks man!!
You should consider applying vinyl wrap that is metallic burnt orange. Then replace the black seat with tan seat both front and passenger version and add a sissy bar with built in folding luggage rack.
First time watching you. Subscribed! Great voice. 💯
I appreciate that bro! Welcome to the party! 🤘🏻
Party time! Keep em coming bro.
"I only get about 115mi per tank." Man, I miss my Hondas and Kawis. The gas light comes on around 75 miles on my Sportster 1200 with the 3.3gal tank 🤣
And full support from me on the orange! Orange/purple are my favorite colors. Still loving your awesome videos and it's dope to see you so close to 10k!
Ooo yea 75 miles is rough! But it’s all about the SMILES per gallon, am I right? 😂 Thanks for the kind words! Feels crazy to see myself creeping up on 10k subs! 😳
@@LifeOfBurch Hell yeah to smiles per gallon and 10k subs (soon), my dude 😎👍
I wasn't sure should i change my 500 for 1100 as I'm still thinking 500 looks a little bit better than her bigger sister but after few of your videos - 1100 is on the way.
Thank you
Those tacos looked good!
Hi Burch, great videos. Been watching your reviews and things you are doing with your bike - you are doing good. I'm torn between this beautiful bike HR 1100 and the DUCATI DIAVEL. What do you think? why did you choose HR instead of Ducati and/or other cruisers? Btw, I'm from the Philippines...
Appreciated this. Thanks
Thanks, interesting video. I am just over a month into my Rebel 500. I had been off of two wheels for like 10 years so I was sure I wanted something small and manageable. I almost got the 300 and I'm glad I didn't because after like two days of riding the 500, I was ready to get the 1100! It really is like riding a bike. Realistically I think I was ready to ride an 1100 because my previous bike (Suzuki GSX-R crotch rocket) really taught me to respect the throttle. I spent the last 30 days realizing I can actually rip the throttle on these less powerful, cruisers.
I think the biggest hurdle to the 1100 is that it crosses that price point into new class of bike. If I'm going to pay $10K+ for a bike, I feel like I should be looking at Harleys or something. It becomes a totally different shopping affair. I like that the Rebel 3/500 are kind of this toy entry point that you don't have to take too seriously but ends up being a lot of fun when you get it.
Also, if you end up in Los Angeles, I will totally go on a Rebel ride with you.
I’d be happy to come up from SOMD for a meet-up and ride.
Currently riding a 2007 Boulevard S50. I think I may buy this bike next spring.
Maryland to Cali would be a legendary trip. Hope you and me both get to do something like that someday. You'll probably do it before me, I don't think my Ninja 400 would be the best touring bike!
So I think a road trip/campout/taco inspired journey to Mexico would be awesome. :) or even just L.A. (Close enough).
My phone does the same thing on my CB300R, it's minimal but I can feel it.
I'm going to relocate it to the center soon.
They should put that new gauge on the 500 as well, the OEM 500 gauge sucks.
You should see if you can test out an Africa Twin one day your up at the dealership.👍 Nice you are enjoying your bike and great you're a pioneer for the 1100 Rebel 😁Don't forget to keep the exhaust low so it doesn't mess up your luggage options . Not gonna be good if you buy upswept exhaust and need to work around that with expensive luggage configurations.
Thanks for sharing! I'm still in the pre-moto class phase, as in I've never driven a motorcycle before. But these videos are a great way to learn about motorcycles that are good beginner fits. So far, the Honda Rebel 1100 is in my top 3. Of course the first step is take the class. haha.
Glad my videos could help! What are the other options in your top 3?
@@LifeOfBurch SAME FOR ME. My top 3 are rebel 500, rebel 1100... in reality it's really just those two. If I keep it rain mode, maybe? I'm 6ft and weight 210 pounds and the rebel felt a little small for me, but maybe that's a good thing?
@@LifeOfBurch The Rebel 500 is another top choice given the price tag, I don't want to be dropping a $10k motorcycle. I'm 5'8" so it's a good height for these bikes. The other one is the Triumph Bonneville Bobber. I'm still in the research phase, so it's likely that the list will shift by the time I reach the buying phase. Thanks for responding!
@@CDPunkFutbol what you end up getting
@@CDPunkFutbol what did u get
You should plan a ride out here to OCMD. We've got Rise Up and plenty of great tacos!
I definitely want to ride out there this summer! Just never crossed the bay bridge on a bike before 😅 The rise up in OC is so cool though!
Let me know when you head out west. Plenty of great taco trucks here in Albuquerque. I will bring my 1100 DCT...
The trick to popping
Wheelies is letting the Air out of your
Back tire PS Learning to ride wheelies is
Ridiculous on a New motorcycle ....
Love from Mississippi
I've seen pics of a nice little front fairing. I bet if that would help smooth out the ride at higher speeds.
I’m hoping it will! Definitely plan on getting one.
You deserve a like and a sincere subscribe. Great content buddy. Keep it up. Ride safe.
Thank you so much!! Glad you’re coming along for the ride! 🙏🏻