Thanks for this video. I have a new Rebel 500 that I can test drive this Tuesday. I had been wondering just how well the 500 will do on the freeway and your video answered that for me. Much appreciated.
I’ve been wanting to get my motorcycle license and looking for a good starter bike. This bike looks fun and simple. I’ve rode 250cc dirt bikes, but not a true cycle yet. I’m liking this bike
The rebel 500 is great if your getting off a 250 it feels the same but taller gearing in 5th and 6th. Power wise I come from tuned Harleys and ride this more often because if you use this motors whole rev range it's amazing
bouncing limiter on each gear She's made to rev don't be scared to tickle the rev limiter every now and again while riding of course 1 - 36.2 mph 2 - 56.5 mph 3 - 74.3 mph 4 - 91.5 mph 5 - 103.4 mph 6 - 114 mph
My man, My man ! You made a great vid here thanks. Let me tell you about making it home and aggressive riding. Last month I rear ended a pickup truck at 40 MPH. I had plenty of room but the truck stopped quick and when I braked the rear tire broke loose and slid off to the right. Well there was not enough room or time and I ate the tailgate. Three broken ribs a pneumothorax and collapsed left lung. A broken left ankle and road rash deluxe. If I had a family and a job we would all be fucked. All I can say is I bought the Rebel 500 ABS two Mos. later and I learned one thing. Wear all the gear all the time. Boots, shin and knee guards, armored jacket and a full coverage helmet, Gloves. Yes all this is a pain in the ass but it's better than the end results of a crash
Great video...thanks. Just recently got my license after doing my learners on a borrowed '79 Kawasaki Z500 which was so good to ride for 7 months. Tossing up between a Rebel 500 and the Kawasaki Vulcan 650...just not sure...
Really depends on what you want to go for. Style wise I'm I'm fan of the Rebel especially because the aftermarket is larger for customizations. The Vulcan has forward controls which most taller people prefer, even though I'm 6ft and I feel fine on the Rebel. Vulcan has a bit more horsepower so it will feel a little bit faster but it is also heavier. Rebel will definitely feel like the more flickabke bike.
Hey, I've been in and out of the San Diego area for quite some time now, but I don't really know too much about it. So that down comes to my request, I was wondering if maybe you can do a few videos where you explore some nice riding spots or even some local restaurants around just to show what SoCal has to offer. I think it'd be awesome to watch a local talk about it while also showing some people like me or even others that don't know much about some of the more hidden gems around the city or the SoCal area in general. Of course, it's just a suggestion, but I think it'd be pretty cool to watch some videos like this. Thanks for reading this, keep up the great work :)
I'm still exploring and discovering a lot myself having only been here for 2 years. I will definitely be recording some more rides that are outside of my normal commute here soon!
I am with you on family being at home. Reason I stopped riding a 600 found myself riding it too hard. I know have a duke 390 but although it handles superb in the corners, very perky and cool looking, light. But mate honestly the seat is like a brick wall and wind blast at higher speeds kills you after half an hour. Was looking at trading it in for a the rebel. Want something with the same grunt but better at touring or higher speeds over longer time capabilities and not going to be sore that quick. How does the two directly compare? Really appreciate your advice here. Have two weeks tops to make a decision lol
Thanks for the video! I put money down on one 3 weeks ago. Just waiting for it to come in now…its been years 😂. Considering your experience what jacket would you recommend? Getting back into riding again after 15 years and don’t really know much about gear. Thanks!
Check out Viking Cycle. They carry a variety of gear. I use their "Ironborn" jacket. When I had my 1st accident I was wearing it and my whole upper body was unharmed. Highly recommend. They're also affordable my jacket was around $60
I put a Hellfire Windshield on my 2022 SE 500 and it is sooooooo much nicer to ride on the highway ~! T-Rex highway bar is a fantastic choice as well ~! 199.99 if you buy from T-Rex directly. Also I rolled my handle bar forward and it gives you a little more bend in your arms and improves the handling more than I could explain ~! Kit
My Honda cm 400 custom from 1984 has 155000 km on it (aprox 96000 us miles) and has the same fuel milage as your new one. The engine has never been opened and i only had the original clutch replaced for the first time EVER about 2 weeks ago. The quality speaks for it self, does it not!! Btw, im thinking of buying a new 2021 500 rebel and sell my old cm 400, but then again that little 400 is in top shape and will probaly do 100000 miles more. A brand new 2021 500 rebel with NO xtras in Denmark is aprox 15000,-USD. Best regards from Denmark and stay safe and great video and infos on your bike
MotoMedicine Hi. I think that they are to similar regarding riding style and handling. If I would get a 2nd bike it would probaly be the cb500x (same price as the rebel)
Well i havent owned the newer Honda’s for long time but the old Honda’s were actually made in Japan but newer ones are made in Thailand so its not a true Japanese workmanship
Can someone answer this for me, I live in the south in a tiny town. At minute 10:56 of the video , is it legal to just cut between traffic like the gentleman in the video did. I thought like a car you’d have to wait your turn. That seems like a cop would stop him and give him a ticket if he’d seen that
Do you live on base in Coronado or civilian? Most squids ride much faster rice rockets. My 87 Rebel 450 does the trick. It's bulletproof not to mention good looking with whitewalls.🤙🏼
@@MotoMedicine904 I weigh 230 at 5 foot 9. I have a honda cb300r right now with 286 cc that I bought a year ago. I was wondering If getting this Rebel would be that much of an upgrade in terms of power. Thanks!
It's not bad at all. After a few days you start to feel and hear when it's time to shift. I've got a good idea what the top speed is for each gear too.
@@MotoMedicine904 same!! Awesome man! Thanks! I rode one this morning on a test ride and it handled well at city speeds. Didn’t get to hit the interstate with it. Thanks! Can’t wait to get it!
Do you think you could ride a bike like this long-distance? Thinking of taking weekend cruises down to LA occasionally and on a bike it would be a lot of fun! It's about 5 hours worth of driving from where I live here in Tempe AZ. Is it doable or is the seat too uncomfortable, riding position too harsh, any gripes?? Curious
@@MotoMedicine904 what's the farthest you drove on it.. I'm thinking about this bike or a cb650r . But I have a feeling the cb would get me into trouble even tho it's not a sport bike
I did about 78 miles in one trip once. Watch my latest video about my Likes/dislikes about the bike. The stock seat leaves a lot to be desired when it comes to riding distances of greater than 45 mins at a time.
Would a 6'2 fit this bike well without being uncomfortable, look too big for the bike, etc? Would love to get a motorbike license after I get my full drivers license and been looking at this bike for awhile now
That's not true. It depends on the compression ratio, tuning and power what Octane is recommended. A lot of small power small displacement bikes just need 87 US octane to run smooth. Premium does nothing but take money from your wallet. Now a bike like my Super Duke 990 requires 91 Premium at a minimum.
Everyone takes to motorcycling differently. For some it clicks right away and others need up to a year or more to really get comfortable. For a newbie I would recommend a used Rebel 500 because you'll feel less bad about dropping a cheaper bike than an expensive new one.
Hi Moto Medicine I’m currently riding KTM 125cc I live in uk 🇬🇧 I’m working to get my full license would you recommend this for someone who just pass his test ? And is the insurance per annually cheap ? Comparing this to Harley or triumph many thanks for your video
I cant speak for UK prices in insurance being an American but it is cheap to insure over here. It would be a great step up from your 125 if you're looking to not go the way of a Duke 390.
@@MotoMedicine904 Thank you very much for the quick reply perhaps I will definitely go for the Honda as it makes more sense for me as a beginner to come out from my 125cc yea this another cost of insurance I was taking on consideration As you know Harley and triumph are really expensive to insure here in the uk 🇬🇧 I’m getting £1500 on Harley Sportster 883 annually and the Triumph Bonneville £1350 per annum where is Honda Rebel 500 it’s coming to £477 per which in dollars $647 per yea for first time with no claim Bonus on big bike 🏍 it’s no bad actually many thanks for your wonderful review video
10:55 Riding between cars like that would be illegal where I'm from(Vancouver, Canada). That is quite scary. Bikers are not allowed to ride between cars. But thank god for that, because people in this city don't know how to drive their cars anyway. They can't even stay in their own lane. You'd probably hit a few mirrors trying to do that here, on your first day.
The seat height is 27" so along as your inseam is close to that you should be able to. I usually get about 135 miles before my last bar starts to blink for reserve. Usually stop around 145 miles and the bike takes around 2.4-2.5 gallons, I'm averaging 58-60mpg. It's a 2.9 gallon tank
I'm 6ft tall. The stock seat is not good for long rides I could take 45 mins at best without a break. Get a comfortable seat and you could cruise a lot longer.
By sound and feel. Once you get used to a bike you start to figure out by ear and feel when youre ready for the next gear. Also by speed you can figure out how high of a gear your bike is ok with being in.
No it doesn't have a baffle. Also I'll be 100% real with you... I have earplugs but I never wear them... they get on my nerves too much and alot of times they partially would fall out when trying to put on my helmet.
@@MotoMedicine904 Ear plugs always fall out for me and never seem to cut the volume anyway the way I need. Do you find this exhaust too loud for your liking? Make your ears ring after a while or give a headache? btw....sounds good in video, that's why I ask.
No I wouldn't say it's too loud at all. I think it's perfect. I actually plan on adding some headers one day to make it a bit louder too. Now my Benelli TNT600 that bike was on the borderline of deafening to me. Even with the baffles in.
Absolutely. There's tons of people ranging from 5' 2" to 6' that ride this bike comfortably. You're probably right in the perfect spectrum for the ergos
Theyre almost identical in terms of power. The Shadow makes more torque but the extra weight won't make it feel faster than the Rebel 500. The shadow is heavier and more substantial, better for a taller rider to spread out on and more comfortable for long rides. The Rebel has the light weight advantage for handling and better fuel economy.
@@akul209 not really an issue for me. Could be useful in an area with a lot of rain. Also good for newbies in case they grab a fistful of brakes in a panic stop.
See, this is why I can’t have nice things….anybody can make a video and claim to be an expert. I just watched 4 reviews on this exact bike - two said it had poor low-end torque and liked being revved high, two said it’s a low-end torque monster. This is why I watch youtube on mute most of the time, lol.
says he needs to calm down his riding habit and got a bike to reflect that. five minutes earlier he talks about pushing the rebel to 108mph to keep up with reckless friends. maybe you need new riding partners instead of a bike change.
I think you missed the point of what style of riding I needed to take a break from. I was in early recovery stages from knee surgery. I wanted something that didn't make me feel like dragging knee in corners and was also more relaxed on the bend of my knee while riding.
Thanks for this video. I have a new Rebel 500 that I can test drive this Tuesday. I had been wondering just how well the 500 will do on the freeway and your video answered that for me. Much appreciated.
I’ve been wanting to get my motorcycle license and looking for a good starter bike. This bike looks fun and simple. I’ve rode 250cc dirt bikes, but not a true cycle yet. I’m liking this bike
if you want to ride something with the same power as what you've ridden before, the rebel has a 250cc varient
The rebel 500 is great if your getting off a 250 it feels the same but taller gearing in 5th and 6th. Power wise I come from tuned Harleys and ride this more often because if you use this motors whole rev range it's amazing
bouncing limiter on each gear
She's made to rev don't be scared to tickle the rev limiter every now and again while riding of course
1 - 36.2 mph
2 - 56.5 mph
3 - 74.3 mph
4 - 91.5 mph
5 - 103.4 mph
6 - 114 mph
The Rebel 500 is awesome! 🔥
My man, My man ! You made a great vid here thanks. Let me tell you about making it home and aggressive riding. Last month I rear ended a pickup truck at 40 MPH. I had plenty of room but the truck stopped quick and when I braked the rear tire broke loose and slid off to the right. Well there was not enough room or time and I ate the tailgate. Three broken ribs a pneumothorax and collapsed left lung. A broken left ankle and road rash deluxe. If I had a family and a job we would all be fucked. All I can say is I bought the Rebel 500 ABS two Mos. later and I learned one thing. Wear all the gear all the time. Boots, shin and knee guards, armored jacket and a full coverage helmet, Gloves. Yes all this is a pain in the ass but it's better than the end results of a crash
When I started riding I started riding I was nervous so I gradually moved up from a Grom > Rebel 300 > Rebel 500 I think it was a great progression.
Great review! I got myself a Rebel a week ago and oh lord… I want to marry my Rebel 😄🥰
Great to know. I think this will be my first bike as well.
Just picked up a Rebel 500 ABS SE yesterday that had 200 miles on it. Thanks for the great video as I learn more about this very fun bike!
Is the 500 your first bike?
I grew up in sandiego/poway… its nice to see home
Definite exact assessment of the bike. Same things i would have mentioned. 👍
I love seeing the view from the Coronado Bay Bridge
Great video...thanks. Just recently got my license after doing my learners on a borrowed '79 Kawasaki Z500 which was so good to ride for 7 months. Tossing up between a Rebel 500 and the Kawasaki Vulcan 650...just not sure...
Really depends on what you want to go for. Style wise I'm I'm fan of the Rebel especially because the aftermarket is larger for customizations. The Vulcan has forward controls which most taller people prefer, even though I'm 6ft and I feel fine on the Rebel. Vulcan has a bit more horsepower so it will feel a little bit faster but it is also heavier. Rebel will definitely feel like the more flickabke bike.
Try and buy the Z500. You'll score all the chicks on one of those.
Hey, I've been in and out of the San Diego area for quite some time now, but I don't really know too much about it. So that down comes to my request, I was wondering if maybe you can do a few videos where you explore some nice riding spots or even some local restaurants around just to show what SoCal has to offer. I think it'd be awesome to watch a local talk about it while also showing some people like me or even others that don't know much about some of the more hidden gems around the city or the SoCal area in general. Of course, it's just a suggestion, but I think it'd be pretty cool to watch some videos like this. Thanks for reading this, keep up the great work :)
I'm still exploring and discovering a lot myself having only been here for 2 years. I will definitely be recording some more rides that are outside of my normal commute here soon!
Great review 👏 honest and informative
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Thinking about getting the 500. Do you still recommend it or should I look for more power?
ive never rode a motorcycle before, i really want a 300, do you think I should start there or go for 500?
Get a Vance & Hines exhaust...sounds fantastic on this bike. Loud but not too loud, and has a beautiful deceleration growl.
I already have a TBR Exhaust which sounds great. I plan on adding some Black Widow Headers in the future.
That’s the one I want sooo bad! The upswept slip on! 🔥
I am with you on family being at home. Reason I stopped riding a 600 found myself riding it too hard. I know have a duke 390 but although it handles superb in the corners, very perky and cool looking, light. But mate honestly the seat is like a brick wall and wind blast at higher speeds kills you after half an hour. Was looking at trading it in for a the rebel. Want something with the same grunt but better at touring or higher speeds over longer time capabilities and not going to be sore that quick. How does the two directly compare? Really appreciate your advice here. Have two weeks tops to make a decision lol
This bike has perfect gearing and torque.
Great review! The rebel 500 is top on my list for my first bike. How tall are you? Do you feel too big for the bike?
I'm 6ft and my boot makes me more 6' 1" in total. I don't feel too big but anymore height may be pushing it
@@MotoMedicine904 thanks for the reply and thank you for your service!
Thanks for the video! I put money down on one 3 weeks ago. Just waiting for it to come in now…its been years 😂. Considering your experience what jacket would you recommend? Getting back into riding again after 15 years and don’t really know much about gear. Thanks!
Check out Viking Cycle. They carry a variety of gear. I use their "Ironborn" jacket. When I had my 1st accident I was wearing it and my whole upper body was unharmed. Highly recommend. They're also affordable my jacket was around $60
The Joe Rocket Atomic Ion is also a solid choice
Looking at this bike for my first bike. Thoughts on bike for beginner?
Great video! I ordered the 2022 special edition
I put a Hellfire Windshield on my 2022 SE 500 and it is sooooooo much nicer to ride on the highway ~! T-Rex highway bar is a fantastic choice as well ~! 199.99 if you buy from T-Rex directly. Also I rolled my handle bar forward and it gives you a little more bend in your arms and improves the handling more than I could explain ~! Kit
Hello! How that bike handling in the traffic jam?
Thank you in advance.
My Honda cm 400 custom from 1984 has 155000 km on it (aprox 96000 us miles) and has the same fuel milage as your new one. The engine has never been opened and i only had the original clutch replaced for the first time EVER about 2 weeks ago. The quality speaks for it self, does it not!! Btw, im thinking of buying a new 2021 500 rebel and sell my old cm 400, but then again that little 400 is in top shape and will probaly do 100000 miles more. A brand new 2021 500 rebel with NO xtras in Denmark is aprox 15000,-USD. Best regards from Denmark and stay safe and great video and infos on your bike
Why not have both!
MotoMedicine Hi. I think that they are to similar regarding riding style and handling. If I would get a 2nd bike it would probaly be the cb500x (same price as the rebel)
I'd say that's still a good bike choice. Same great motor.
Well i havent owned the newer Honda’s for long time but the old Honda’s were actually made in Japan but newer ones are made in Thailand so its not a true Japanese workmanship
Thats impressive.
Can someone answer this for me, I live in the south in a tiny town. At minute 10:56 of the video , is it legal to just cut between traffic like the gentleman in the video did. I thought like a car you’d have to wait your turn. That seems like a cop would stop him and give him a ticket if he’d seen that
It's called Lane splitting. California is the only state It's legal in right now.
How far do you live from work?
That is one long ass trip man 😅
27 miles roughly
Do you live on base in Coronado or civilian? Most squids ride much faster rice rockets. My 87 Rebel 450 does the trick. It's bulletproof not to mention good looking with whitewalls.🤙🏼
I lived in Poway. But I transferred to FL recently. New bike is coming to the channel soon!
Great video! How much do you weigh?
235lbs 6foot tall
@@MotoMedicine904 I weigh 230 at 5 foot 9. I have a honda cb300r right now with 286 cc that I bought a year ago. I was wondering If getting this Rebel would be that much of an upgrade in terms of power. Thanks!
Absolutely an upgrade in power. The 300 makes about 27hp while the 500 makes around 46. The torque increase is almost doubled. 17lb ft vs 33lb ft.
@@MotoMedicine904 Thanks! This video has got me ready to get this bike.
I'm curious if you could share a link to the exhaust you have on your Honda rebel 500
amzn.to/3ic9Ptd
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going up the coronado bridge.😍
how do you feel about not having rpm gauge? beautiful bike though
It's not bad at all. After a few days you start to feel and hear when it's time to shift. I've got a good idea what the top speed is for each gear too.
How much do you weigh bro? Considering buying this bike myself. Just wondering if itll give me similar performance as you.
Currently around 240 but I'm getting back on track to lose some weight 🤣
@@MotoMedicine904 same!! Awesome man! Thanks! I rode one this morning on a test ride and it handled well at city speeds. Didn’t get to hit the interstate with it. Thanks! Can’t wait to get it!
You'll enjoy it for sure. It's a great all around bike to get out and enjoy the ride for any occasion.
@@MotoMedicine904 thanks for the info good sir! 🤙🏼 ride safe!
@@MotoMedicine904 another question; Any advice on where to hide a GPS tracker on the Rebel 500? Just got my Rebel and I can’t figure that out😂
Gotta love Coronado Bridge.
Do you think you could ride a bike like this long-distance? Thinking of taking weekend cruises down to LA occasionally and on a bike it would be a lot of fun! It's about 5 hours worth of driving from where I live here in Tempe AZ. Is it doable or is the seat too uncomfortable, riding position too harsh, any gripes?? Curious
With an aftermarket seat its doable but not with the stock seat. Not without frequent breaks to stretch.
Aye I was thinking of doing the same thing I’m in Tempe as well, don’t know exactly what bike I want yet to start depends what I can get a deal on.
Sounds nice. I too own a 500s. Love it
im really considering this bike if i pass the test next summer how much was it total tax title and everything out the door?
Couldn't tell you. I got mine used and traded another bike for it.
@@MotoMedicine904 what's the farthest you drove on it.. I'm thinking about this bike or a cb650r . But I have a feeling the cb would get me into trouble even tho it's not a sport bike
I did about 78 miles in one trip once. Watch my latest video about my Likes/dislikes about the bike. The stock seat leaves a lot to be desired when it comes to riding distances of greater than 45 mins at a time.
@@MotoMedicine904 just subbed to your channel im gonna keep thinking about this bike cause once i buy a bike i wont be getting another one
Would a 6'2 fit this bike well without being uncomfortable, look too big for the bike, etc? Would love to get a motorbike license after I get my full drivers license and been looking at this bike for awhile now
CRF 300 Rally for you. Or CB500X.
It is a fairly small bike I’m 6’ and it feels a bit tight… doable but tight.
I really would like one for my first bike, but I can't seem to find a used model for a fair price. They cost as much as new.
Used bike prices are all over the place due to the supply of new bikes not being able to keep up
I don't know anything about motorcycles but I heard that every motorcycle should get premium gas not regular? You did 140miles on full tank?
That's not true. It depends on the compression ratio, tuning and power what Octane is recommended. A lot of small power small displacement bikes just need 87 US octane to run smooth. Premium does nothing but take money from your wallet. Now a bike like my Super Duke 990 requires 91 Premium at a minimum.
@@MotoMedicine904 whats the compression ratio for regular?
Hello MotoMedicine, would a Rebel 500 or 1100 be a better bike for a newbie?
Everyone takes to motorcycling differently. For some it clicks right away and others need up to a year or more to really get comfortable. For a newbie I would recommend a used Rebel 500 because you'll feel less bad about dropping a cheaper bike than an expensive new one.
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Great review.. hmm your driving in my neighborhood... San Diego is home.. safe riding
Thanks for the positive feedback. Yes I'm here at least for another year! Then we will see what comes next. Hoping to go back to Florida
Locals all day brother 💪
was thinking about getting this bike as my first bike to learn on and to use to pass my test but i hear it's not really friendly for tall people.
I'd say if you're over 6 feet it can be cramped. I'm right at 6ft and I don't find it uncomfortable for my legs
Grab a Honda Shadow 👍dirt cheap and tall people fit well.
Hi Moto Medicine I’m currently riding KTM 125cc I live in uk 🇬🇧 I’m working to get my full license would you recommend this for someone who just pass his test ? And is the insurance per annually cheap ? Comparing this to Harley or triumph many thanks for your video
I cant speak for UK prices in insurance being an American but it is cheap to insure over here. It would be a great step up from your 125 if you're looking to not go the way of a Duke 390.
@@MotoMedicine904 Thank you very much for the quick reply perhaps I will definitely go for the Honda as it makes more sense for me as a beginner to come out from my 125cc yea this another cost of insurance I was taking on consideration As you know Harley and triumph are really expensive to insure here in the uk 🇬🇧 I’m getting £1500 on Harley Sportster 883 annually and the Triumph Bonneville £1350 per annum where is Honda Rebel 500 it’s coming to £477 per which in dollars $647 per yea for first time with no claim Bonus on big bike 🏍 it’s no bad actually many thanks for your wonderful review video
I had my full licence when i was 15 in 1982 in NZ. Those were the days.
I have a C m X 500 I love it it's my last bike I am 66yrs Jeff Carins Australia
10:55 Riding between cars like that would be illegal where I'm from(Vancouver, Canada). That is quite scary.
Bikers are not allowed to ride between cars. But thank god for that, because people in this city don't know how to drive their cars anyway. They can't even stay in their own lane. You'd probably hit a few mirrors trying to do that here, on your first day.
Truly like your ride ?
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Of course. This bike is awesome. Great gas mileage. Plenty power to commute the highway. Looks amazing. What's not to like.
Do you think a 5’3 person can flat foot this motorcycle and also how many miles can you go till you have to fill back up?
The seat height is 27" so along as your inseam is close to that you should be able to. I usually get about 135 miles before my last bar starts to blink for reserve. Usually stop around 145 miles and the bike takes around 2.4-2.5 gallons, I'm averaging 58-60mpg. It's a 2.9 gallon tank
I'm 5'3 and easily flat foot this bike 😁
@@jackiecoleman427 I love you!!! Not in a creepy way! 😂 thank you! Us short folks having to struggle with motorcycles
sure look at Dan the firemans channel his girl has one and she is 4,11
How tall are you? How is it for long rides?
I'm 6ft tall. The stock seat is not good for long rides I could take 45 mins at best without a break. Get a comfortable seat and you could cruise a lot longer.
I know this is going to be a silly question, but how do you know when to shift gears with no rpm gauge...for a beginner
By sound and feel. Once you get used to a bike you start to figure out by ear and feel when youre ready for the next gear. Also by speed you can figure out how high of a gear your bike is ok with being in.
@@MotoMedicine904 thanks!
When the engine cuts out, its time for the next gear😂😂😂
@@felgercarb3803 That is so not helping! LOL!
What phone mount is that you are using ?
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Does that 2 bros exhaust have a baffle and do you wear ear plugs when riding?
No it doesn't have a baffle. Also I'll be 100% real with you... I have earplugs but I never wear them... they get on my nerves too much and alot of times they partially would fall out when trying to put on my helmet.
@@MotoMedicine904 Ear plugs always fall out for me and never seem to cut the volume anyway the way I need. Do you find this exhaust too loud for your liking? Make your ears ring after a while or give a headache? btw....sounds good in video, that's why I ask.
No I wouldn't say it's too loud at all. I think it's perfect. I actually plan on adding some headers one day to make it a bit louder too. Now my Benelli TNT600 that bike was on the borderline of deafening to me. Even with the baffles in.
Do u think someone who’s is 5’7 could sit on it comfortably
Absolutely. There's tons of people ranging from 5' 2" to 6' that ride this bike comfortably. You're probably right in the perfect spectrum for the ergos
Youre the perfect height for most motorcycles.
can you cruse at 80mph with no issues ?
Yea still has passing power too
@@MotoMedicine904 i weight 250lbs and i am debating on getting the rebel 500 or shadow 750 as my first bike any advice
Theyre almost identical in terms of power. The Shadow makes more torque but the extra weight won't make it feel faster than the Rebel 500. The shadow is heavier and more substantial, better for a taller rider to spread out on and more comfortable for long rides. The Rebel has the light weight advantage for handling and better fuel economy.
@@MotoMedicine904 thank you a lot for your feed back
Is this bike equipped with abs?
It can be
I found a good deal on a non abs. Just on the fence if I should skip and look for an abs option. Any issues with needing abs on your bike?
@@akul209 not really an issue for me. Could be useful in an area with a lot of rain. Also good for newbies in case they grab a fistful of brakes in a panic stop.
Happy rider
See, this is why I can’t have nice things….anybody can make a video and claim to be an expert. I just watched 4 reviews on this exact bike - two said it had poor low-end torque and liked being revved high, two said it’s a low-end torque monster. This is why I watch youtube on mute most of the time, lol.
Best riding clothes ever...NWU's! What rate?
HM
says he needs to calm down his riding habit and got a bike to reflect that. five minutes earlier he talks about pushing the rebel to 108mph to keep up with reckless friends. maybe you need new riding partners instead of a bike change.
I think you missed the point of what style of riding I needed to take a break from. I was in early recovery stages from knee surgery. I wanted something that didn't make me feel like dragging knee in corners and was also more relaxed on the bend of my knee while riding.
You had me till you said you got it up to 108 mph. lmao
I mean that's all they really got in them. Idk if you were expecting more or less lol.
Top speed on a rebel 500 is @95mph, you must have been going downwind in a hurricane and only way 85 lbs. lol
The claimed top speed is actually 105mph, you may be confused by the Rebel 300's stats.