2:38 100%, I specifically chose to go with the older model as opposed the redesign. There’s just something to it, the frame, tank, and engine styling did it for me
wow! i am kinda in the same mindset. i have had my rebel 500 for almost 3 years. being 70 yrs old, do i want a more powerful bike? sometimes, i have been looking at the Shadow 750, the Scout, and the 1100. I list 3 reasons for/against. price, riding plans, my comfort level. All 3 are great steps up. do you want to impress other people, or ride for your own fun? great video for thought, thinking, and destination.
One of my bikes is the Shadow Aero 750, a good solid bike and comfortable riding position, but you power will be very close to your current 500. Ride your options, I have all three bikes still, but started out after not riding for three decades on a Shadow 750, then went to my V Star 1300 and now on my Indian Super Chief.
Been following you for a while, I’m both selling my rebel 500 and picking up my new Indian scout tomorrow. I’m a little nervous as I’m not sure if I’m gonna love it as much as I love my rebel haha
I have the rebel 500 I’m 6 feet about 225 pounds, I’ve only been riding 3 ish months maybe a little longer and I love it. I don’t see myself getting rid of it anytime soon or maybe ever. If I do I think I’ll go with the 1100. I trust Hondas
The Indian scout has in my opinion one of the BEST silhouettes. I would've loved to jump on a scout but I went with the rebel 500 for my first bike a couple months ago. Best for me to learn/develop skills on.
Agree, the best upgrade is whatever makes sense for you. Answering that question is the issue. :) The biggest thing anyone can do to help answer that is to ride whatever bike you're interested in. Ride comfort is big for me, and you can get an idea of how a bike rides from other people's reviews, but nothing beats your personal experience. Example: the Rebel's stock seat. Pretty much universally disliked. Same for me, I couldn't ride more than 40 minutes before I'd get sore. I upgraded to the Mustang. Initially I felt so much better, and I continued to ride happily. Until I went and test rode a Tiger 900, with its ADV ergonomics and suspension. Going back to the Rebel after that test ride was... yeah. I went and closed the sale the next day. Now, there's how the bike rides, but how the bike makes you feel is a different story... again, though, no way to really tell unless you actually ride one. As an aside, whenever I go back to take the Rebel for a ride... I just can't tolerate how much the crankcase sticks out on the right.
My Rebel 500 was my first bike and I rode it for a year and a half. I then found out what the Triumph Bonneville Bobber was, and solely based on looks, that was what I wanted next. I also thought about the Triumph Scrambler 1200XE so I could ride past the “end” of the road. Bobber was comfortable enough but wasn’t practical enough. I felt the Scrambler 1200XE was a bit too tall for my 2nd bike. Then I found the Bonneville Speedmaster (the twin sister of the Bobber, but with an actual rear seat and styled slightly differently). It was exactly what I wanted. I did consider a Scout too, but never got to test ride one before a steal of a deal popped up for a Speedmaster. The only thing I don’t like about it is the lack of aftermarket support, but otherwise it’s everything I want (except for some off-road capability). Classic looks, comfortable, and practical. Great sounding stock exhaust as well. Also, surprisingly almost the same mpg as my Rebel, which is really important on long trips where the 3 gallon tank dictates how often I need to stop
I have a 2023 Indian Scout Bobber. I got it about 2 weeks before the 2025 Scouts were announced. It has a lot of power but it is very manageable. The V-Twin is a very forgiving power. It would be a great next bike. Keep in mind, there are a LOT of great next bikes. I'd like to see another Scout owner but the Triumph Bobber, Rebel 1100, Suzuki SV650, on and on... there are a lot of great choices. I love my Scout but I'd like to have a fuel gauge, cruise control, and modes would be fun to try out. Lastly, Indian makes a Scout Sixty. It is a little less money and just a touch less power. It may be what you're looking for in a next bike. Also, I'm told they are going to announce a new, updated version of it in the next week or so. Eyes up! Just stay in wind and take your time finding your next. Be safe and have fun.
Hey man, great videos. Having riden the Rebel 1100 and Indian Scount. Which bike do you think you would go for if you move on from the Rebel 500? I ride a yamaha MT09, but looking into getting into a cruiser. I test rode a Rebel 1100, but the one thing Im concerned about is that throttle was pretty jerky at slow speeds and there isn't much aftermarket if I want to throw some mini apes or high bars. But I like how the bike rode overall. I have never riden an Indian Scout, so I don't have a base on how that bike would feel.
I started on the Rebel 250 2009 second hand and after a year bought the Rebel 500, 2018. I still have it and have added a lot of accessories to the bike. The Rebel 1100 seems to have an oil leak problem, which Honda doesn't want to acknowledge nor have a recall. You don't get your money back from all of the accessories you've bought for the bike when you sell it. The Harley nightster special has my attention and it's not a heavy bike. I am very limited on the bikes because of my short size. Think about it a lot before you make your decision on upgrading to a larger bike. Good luck.
Have you tried Yamaha MT07 , I have it as a first bike its crazy good for fun and drives beautifly. My dream bike is Scout definitly but in Croatia (EU) its 20k euros a bit expensive same as Harley. Would love to have one of these in future.
I'm in the same boat. I've had my Rebel 500 for 3 years and 10K miles, and I thought by now that I would know where to go next. Being 6' tall, the Rebel feels a bit cramped. Looking at the Yamaha MT-07 and the Indians.
The only reason to switch from a good Rebel 500 to anything else is ergonomic problems, or a visceral desire for something else (bordering on the irrational). The 500 does everything, goes everywhere, is reliable, is inexpensive. If you just want what you want and you can't turn it off, do your thing.
In this economy, I'd rather keep my Rebel 500 than upgrade to a "bigger name" due to the name. If anything, I'll go up to the Rebel 100, but no fancy ABS or automatic/clutchless... It's the same reason why I won't buy a Harley. Not paying 100x more just for the name. *shrug* Now, if the price range is close to my Rebel, then that's another thing.
2:38 100%, I specifically chose to go with the older model as opposed the redesign. There’s just something to it, the frame, tank, and engine styling did it for me
wow! i am kinda in the same mindset. i have had my rebel 500 for almost 3 years. being 70 yrs old, do i want a more powerful bike? sometimes, i have been looking at the Shadow 750, the Scout, and the 1100. I list 3 reasons for/against. price, riding plans, my comfort level. All 3 are great steps up. do you want to impress other people, or ride for your own fun? great video for thought, thinking, and destination.
One of my bikes is the Shadow Aero 750, a good solid bike and comfortable riding position, but you power will be very close to your current 500. Ride your options, I have all three bikes still, but started out after not riding for three decades on a Shadow 750, then went to my V Star 1300 and now on my Indian Super Chief.
Been following you for a while, I’m both selling my rebel 500 and picking up my new Indian scout tomorrow. I’m a little nervous as I’m not sure if I’m gonna love it as much as I love my rebel haha
I really like the Indian Scout Rogue. If I ever gave up my 1100, I could see that being an option.
I have the rebel 500 I’m 6 feet about 225 pounds, I’ve only been riding 3 ish months maybe a little longer and I love it. I don’t see myself getting rid of it anytime soon or maybe ever. If I do I think I’ll go with the 1100. I trust Hondas
The Indian scout has in my opinion one of the BEST silhouettes. I would've loved to jump on a scout but I went with the rebel 500 for my first bike a couple months ago. Best for me to learn/develop skills on.
Agree, the best upgrade is whatever makes sense for you. Answering that question is the issue. :) The biggest thing anyone can do to help answer that is to ride whatever bike you're interested in. Ride comfort is big for me, and you can get an idea of how a bike rides from other people's reviews, but nothing beats your personal experience. Example: the Rebel's stock seat. Pretty much universally disliked. Same for me, I couldn't ride more than 40 minutes before I'd get sore. I upgraded to the Mustang. Initially I felt so much better, and I continued to ride happily. Until I went and test rode a Tiger 900, with its ADV ergonomics and suspension. Going back to the Rebel after that test ride was... yeah. I went and closed the sale the next day.
Now, there's how the bike rides, but how the bike makes you feel is a different story... again, though, no way to really tell unless you actually ride one.
As an aside, whenever I go back to take the Rebel for a ride... I just can't tolerate how much the crankcase sticks out on the right.
My Rebel 500 was my first bike and I rode it for a year and a half. I then found out what the Triumph Bonneville Bobber was, and solely based on looks, that was what I wanted next. I also thought about the Triumph Scrambler 1200XE so I could ride past the “end” of the road. Bobber was comfortable enough but wasn’t practical enough. I felt the Scrambler 1200XE was a bit too tall for my 2nd bike. Then I found the Bonneville Speedmaster (the twin sister of the Bobber, but with an actual rear seat and styled slightly differently). It was exactly what I wanted. I did consider a Scout too, but never got to test ride one before a steal of a deal popped up for a Speedmaster. The only thing I don’t like about it is the lack of aftermarket support, but otherwise it’s everything I want (except for some off-road capability). Classic looks, comfortable, and practical. Great sounding stock exhaust as well. Also, surprisingly almost the same mpg as my Rebel, which is really important on long trips where the 3 gallon tank dictates how often I need to stop
I have a 2023 Indian Scout Bobber. I got it about 2 weeks before the 2025 Scouts were announced. It has a lot of power but it is very manageable. The V-Twin is a very forgiving power. It would be a great next bike. Keep in mind, there are a LOT of great next bikes. I'd like to see another Scout owner but the Triumph Bobber, Rebel 1100, Suzuki SV650, on and on... there are a lot of great choices. I love my Scout but I'd like to have a fuel gauge, cruise control, and modes would be fun to try out. Lastly, Indian makes a Scout Sixty. It is a little less money and just a touch less power. It may be what you're looking for in a next bike. Also, I'm told they are going to announce a new, updated version of it in the next week or so. Eyes up! Just stay in wind and take your time finding your next. Be safe and have fun.
The new Scout Sixty just released: ua-cam.com/video/nNgDyhndZrk/v-deo.htmlsi=gIDhd_tIBLXYmATc
Hey man, great videos. Having riden the Rebel 1100 and Indian Scount. Which bike do you think you would go for if you move on from the Rebel 500?
I ride a yamaha MT09, but looking into getting into a cruiser. I test rode a Rebel 1100, but the one thing Im concerned about is that throttle was pretty jerky at slow speeds and there isn't much aftermarket if I want to throw some mini apes or high bars. But I like how the bike rode overall.
I have never riden an Indian Scout, so I don't have a base on how that bike would feel.
I started on the Rebel 250 2009 second hand and after a year bought the Rebel 500, 2018. I still have it and have added a lot of accessories to the bike. The Rebel 1100 seems to have an oil leak problem, which Honda doesn't want to acknowledge nor have a recall.
You don't get your money back from all of the accessories you've bought for the bike when you sell it.
The Harley nightster special has my attention and it's not a heavy bike. I am very limited on the bikes because of my short size. Think about it a lot before you make your decision on upgrading to a larger bike. Good luck.
I have ridden Nightster, very fun and quick bike, I just cant get over the left side of the engine not looking finished.
Have you tried Yamaha MT07 , I have it as a first bike its crazy good for fun and drives beautifly. My dream bike is Scout definitly but in Croatia (EU) its 20k euros a bit expensive same as Harley. Would love to have one of these in future.
My man Indian Scout is a great choice, but maybe check Triumph Bonneville Bobber and try it out!
I'm in the same boat. I've had my Rebel 500 for 3 years and 10K miles, and I thought by now that I would know where to go next. Being 6' tall, the Rebel feels a bit cramped. Looking at the Yamaha MT-07 and the Indians.
The only reason to switch from a good Rebel 500 to anything else is ergonomic problems, or a visceral desire for something else (bordering on the irrational). The 500 does everything, goes everywhere, is reliable, is inexpensive. If you just want what you want and you can't turn it off, do your thing.
In this economy, I'd rather keep my Rebel 500 than upgrade to a "bigger name" due to the name. If anything, I'll go up to the Rebel 100, but no fancy ABS or automatic/clutchless...
It's the same reason why I won't buy a Harley. Not paying 100x more just for the name. *shrug*
Now, if the price range is close to my Rebel, then that's another thing.