Honda Rebel First Impressions and Review

My girlfriend got her first motorcycle, a 2009 Honda Rebel 250! I take it for a ride and give my thoughts... Enjoy!
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[@geraldscott7441]

You keep saying it has no power, and is not suitable for the highway. Both not true. I am a highly experienced rider, age 57, started on dirt bikes at age 8, been riding street bikes since age 16, have over 700,000 miles on about 45 different bikes. Right now I have a Goldwing 1500, a Kawasaki KLR650, and an '07 Rebel, with close to 80,000 miles on it, mostly highway. It is my third Rebel. I have close to 200,000 miles on Rebels. I have ridden them all over the U.S., Canada, and parts of Mexico. I have ridden to the tip of Baja many times. Even considered going to Alaska. I know the bike would have made it, I don't know about me. I noticed the freeway you were riding on had rain grooves, and if that Rebel had the stock ribbed front tire, that is what was causing the instability, not the wind. The Rebel will cruise at 70-75 mph GPS all day, day after day. My last one wore out at 83,000+ miles, much of it at full throttle. It began to destroy it's valves. I decided not to repair it, considering the mileage on it, sold it as a parts bike, and bought a new one. Now I'm about to buy my 4th Rebel while I can still get a new 2015 model. $3500 OTD. 2016 was the last year for the Rebel. Honda is replacing it with a hideous looking abomination they still call a Rebel. EFI and liquid cooled. I would never own an EFI bike. I love the Rebels single carburetor. You are supposed to let an engine warm up before taking off whether it is EFI or carb. My other 2 bikes are liquid cooled. I love the simplicity of the Rebel, and the fact that it actually looks like a motorcycle. No interest in sportbikes. Very painful riding position, and no place to carry anything.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

As I mentioned to someone else: I had a blast riding the Rebel, but you're right, I have a bias toward the high torque and crazy acceleration of the FZ09 as that's all I've ridden the past three years. But the Rebel was a very nice change in pace. Glad you've enjoyed several of these bikes; that's a lot of riding! As far as the instability, good to know! That obviously never crossed my mind as a possibility. My FZ09 is EFI; I usually wait for it to get to 100 or so before I take off, and even then I ride it easy until it gets to operating temp. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@carterjohnson6311]

What's a good price for a used rebel? Let's say 10k miles. I want to buy my first motorcycle. You seem so knowledgeable

[@guillermolopez1201]

How many HP?

[@vulcan1753]

Nice to see someone who can "sort of" understand the appeal of small bikes. I am 57, and have been riding on the street since age 16. I have owned more than 40 bikes, from liter class sport bikes (oh the pain) to Goldwings, to huge v-twin cruisers, and several dual sport bikes. I enjoyed them all, but the thrill of "speed" wears off quickly, you cannot use that speed on the street without losing your license, and the big heavy bikes were a real workout around town. The only place they really shine is on the open road. My favorite sport bike by far was a first generation Ninja. My favorite bike of all time (I've owned 2 new ones and put 230,000 miles on them) is the Kawasaki Vulcan 750. Cruiser comfort, great handling, plenty of power, and will keep up with freeway traffic all day at any speed without getting anywhere near redline. I have also owned a Honda Rebel, 2004 model. I set it up for touring, and put over 30,000 miles on it on the freeway at full throttle. I know one guy who put 80,000+ full throttle miles on a Rebel 250 before it began to eat it's valves. It's carburetion is way ahead of modern fuel injection, and can actually be worked on. There is a reason why the Rebel has been in production for so long, though I believe it has reached the end of it's life. Faced with putting EFI on it because of the EPA, which would raise it's price out of reach for most beginners, Honda will probably drop it. Fortunately there are so many Rebels out there that they will be available for beginners and those who appreciate small bikes for many years to come.

[@TheMMObro]

I'm 30 and just started riding and i bought a ninja 650 for the same reason. i do want a super sport badly and one day i will get one but it's true, where the fuck on the street am i gonna ever use that power.. even with 71 horsepower when people Tru to box me out (ny driving -.-) they don't stand a chance lol. even in 6th gear i give it a lil throttle and I'm ahead of them

[@kathrynrobinson6201]

Thanks for posting about this! I’m glad I’m not the only girl rider out there who started with anxiety and needed that extra time to work on low speed handling

[@LeftyCycle2015]

You bet! Makes it a great starter bike.

[@oldkaboom7745]

I could only watch the first four or five minutes of this. While I appreciate you taking the time to do the review, you started off looking at this bike from the perspective of someone who doesn't appreciate or maybe understand the appeal and utility of small displacement bikes for anyone other than beginner riders. I plan on getting one for fuel savings in the summer and commuting back and forth to work.

[@jseden]

This thing isn’t as underpowered as people make it out to be.. sure, its on the smaller end but mine still pulls harder than most cars ive owned. If you don’t expect it to be the fastest thing on the road, it’ll do just fine. Calling this a beginner bike is like calling a 4cyl a beginner car. Not everyone cares about sheer speed.

[@rusack7174]

I've been riding over 50 years, when I was a pre-teen it was minibikes and go-karts..until we discovered the small displacement motorcycles, mostly Hondas because of their very reliable 4-stroke engines. There were 50's, 55's, 60's, 70's, 75's, 80's, 90's, 100's, 110's, 125'c and so on up the displacement ranks. Many more engine choices than today. When watching your video I kept hearing your repeated statements that the Rebel had no power. While I know what you mean I thought it unfair to make comparisons to a much more powerful machine. It would be like comparing your FZ-09 to the many bikes that are more powerful than it. Power is one thing, and it is addictive, but it's not what these bikes are about. To a young, just getting started, rider each jump in displacement is exciting as rider skills evolve. I do agree that power isn't everything and to be able to just ride and take in all the sights and smells on a beautiful day is the beauty of motorcycling. Many observe that it's more fun to ride a small bike to its full extent (fast) than it is to ride a big bike slow. There is an awful lot to that.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+R Usack I had a blast riding the Rebel, but you're right, I have a bias toward the high torque and crazy acceleration of the FZ09 as that's all I've ridden the past three years. But the Rebel was a very nice change in pace. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@menanpopstrokes4025]

Lefty Cycle what the use of doing reviews video if you had bias? No fucking respect towards the one who own this bike

[@stevem3409]

I bought a 2002 on Friday. I took my girlfriend to the high school the same night and in two hours we we riding on the road. The next day we logged 100 miles, half in the rain. She never ever rode before. PERFECT starter bike.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

That's awesome! Glad you guys enjoy it!

[@MrRedex88]

Years ago I bought a brand new Rebel 450 and loved it. It wasn't my first bike it's just I loved how it looked and rode.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Cajun Grom Rider to be honest, it's a nice break from the FZ09, lots of fun to just cruise around town.

[@BerryTheBnnuy]

I have a Rebel that I ride simply for the fuel efficiency. I have much much much bigger bikes that I ride when I need something with more power. Anyway, I've never had to wait for it to warm up.I just set the choke and take off. If it's super wet or super cold outside, I'll ride it with the choke for a few minutes. I set the choke off as soon as it'll run without it. Never once have I had to actually wait for it to warm up... My KZ750 and my "new" KZ1000 are a different story, however. The choke is under the gas tank on both of those bikes, which makes fiddling with the choke while it's moving a bit of a risky venture. I'm thinking about trying to rig up some hand controls for the choke like the Rebel has.

[@cazgerald9471]

As a child of the 60s/70s there's a lost appreciation of small bikes.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

A lot of people love the 125cc Honda Grom, but I agree on these small classic bikes like the Rebel 250. But I had a lot of fun 'zipping around' on this bike

[@halverdog4146]

Saw your video. Bought a new Honda Rebel. Ride it to work and back. Driving the Rebel instead of my SUV saves a lot of gas money and the money I save on gas makes my Rebel payment. Love this bike. Amazing bike. 84 MPG! Ride safe and enjoy!

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Awesome, I'm glad my video helped! It's so much fun to ride. Thanks for watching!

[@debusay]

Just bought one. First bike. Great review, thanks!

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Fantastic! Thanks for watching, have fun, and ride safe!

[@LeftyCycle2015]

WOW! I was not expecting 15k views and almost 100 likes, so thank you everyone for watching and hopefully subscribing :)

[@BxAllMightYy]

I want a beginner bike that is a bit stronger than this would you have any suggestions thanks for the review.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+sir merks you could look at a cb500, ninja 500, gs500, an or sv650 just to name a few! Plenty of power you won't outgrow soon but not enough to get you into too much trouble. All are very forgiving as far as throttle input goes.

[@BxAllMightYy]

+Lefty Cycle Thanks for the quick response will be checking them out online now.

[@BxAllMightYy]

+sir merks anthing on the Yamaha sr400. I prefer the cruiser style n the rebel is the first starter bike that has caught my interest but i'm not sure if It'll hold my interest for long.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Check out Suzuki's Boulevard S40. It's a 650CC single; looks identical to the Rebel but a more power. Still manageable though.

[@sw201444]

Is this a review for a Rebel or an FZ09? I can't tell.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

sw201444 depends if you actually watched the whole video...

[@Voltomess]

@@LeftyCycle2015 yeah stop funking talking about this "oh my FZ09 oh my oh my ..." fucking moron.

[@lisahickory7831]

Just bought my first bike, 2005 rebel, and like you said, so easy to drive and learn on. Two days into it and love it!

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Lisa Hickory awesome! Glad you enjoy it!!

[@brndn2208]

Thanks for the video I have been thinking about buying a bike. I've never had a bike but I want one and I want to learn. The thing that makes me the most nervous is not being able to shift right or something and screwing it up. That is the only thing that has held me back but I have been thinking about just going for it... gotta learn sometime. Thanks for the video again I subscribed to your channel.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+brndn220 Thanks, I appreciate the support! yea it just takes some practice getting to learn the 'friction zone' to get the bike moving and then the motion of shifting up and down through the gears. but pretty soon it becomes pure muscle memory and and won't even think about it when you do it. Good luck!

[@aaronbracken_]

Hey Lefty Cycle, love the video! Question, how do you know when you need to refill the tank? I dont see the typical Empty and Fuel sign gauge?

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+TheMidVids thanks man! Honestly, I would just top it off after each ride. There is a fuel Reserve, so technically you could ride it until you feel it starving for gas and flip the reserve on, but I would advise against that for obvious reasons haha

[@aaronbracken_]

Awesome! Thanks man.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

you bet!

[@zzz-qr1rk]

i get right around 133 before switching to reserve and then get more so another 48miles out of it til it's bone dry. it's got a 2.6gal tank according to the specs. i love my rebs

[@choppergirl]

Torque don't mean shit up against the wall of miles per gallon. 60 miles to the gallon. Easy to work on. Cheap parts. Bullet proof. Easy to work on. It's like a pony bike... somewhere between a moped and a motorcycle, but really, a motorcycle.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Lol yea it's a great bike! I actually enjoyed riding this thing around sometimes instead of my FZ-09

[@CaptainBrockie]

CHOPPERGIRL AIRWAR osllsldlr. M Ollospepeowo

[@choppergirl]

Once you actually have to work on a bike, you'll really appreciate the Rebel over all other bikes. It doesn't get everything right, but it gets *most* things right... where as other bikes get some things right, but *most* things wrong. Try to work on a Honda Rebel next to a Suzuki Intruder, and you'll see how right the Rebel is and who absolutely Wrong the Intruder is. The first, you can get to everything... the second, you can get to nothing (without taking the bike completely apart). 60-70mpg 17hp highway Swiss Watch vs. say a 150hp CrotchRocket with plastic fairing with an engine that is a turbine nightmare of tolerances to work on. You'll hug your Rebel as a minimalist piece of artwork and if you're smart, never part with it it as the bike that will get you through the Apocalypse and keep on running, that you can fix under a shade tree by the side of the road. People call it *the* beginner bike, because it gets everything right... I call it... *the* pony bike, that hits the sweet spont between 125cc (80mpg, underpowered) and 450cc (50mpg, too much power) just right. Parts are dirt cheap for them, and the thing is an air cooled marvel like a Volkswagen Bug.

[@dustinsegers4534]

CHOPPERGIRL's AIRWAR spot on. I bought a Rebel 250 for this very reason. There are guys that have reported putting 100K+ miles on their Rebels with the proper maintenance.

[@roberttosa2560]

Hey! A fellow Badger! Wisconsin is a great state to ride in. Nothing better than riding with your wife or girlfriend. We have a Rebel too, and yeah it’s really fun. My ride is a Vstar 1100 but the Rebel is nice change now and then. Have fun you guys and thanks for sharing.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Thanks for commenting! We recently sold the rebel as my wife stopped riding, so I bought a Victory Octane in its place...I took a little hiatus from KZbin but I'll be making a video on that bike in the spring!

[@austinducheny9218]

Hey man, I know this video is old but you are in my hometown in this video. its nice to see someone who rides around the area

[@davef3179]

I watched this video way back in when you first released hoping to maybe get a rebel as my first bike. That little bit at the end was the very first time I learned of the FZ-09. Anyways I kept planning and doing more research, etc, 4 years later boom I got an FZ 09 as my first bike a month ago. Weird to think the little kernel at the end of this video got me to where I am today. Thanks man.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

that's awesome! congrats man and welcome to the club!

[@williamsmidt5391]

Cool review, I found the same bike on Craigslist in Texas 2009 with 6000 miles for 600.00 and I am well pleased.i have a 2 week vacation coming up and I am going to ride to north eastern Kentucky on her to go visit my kids . I am 55 years old and this is a bike I always wanted even though I could get a much bigger bike on my income I chose the Honda rebel as a bike I can hand down to my grand children as a family starter bike that when they out grow it they in turn will turn it over and over to the younger generations in my family as the family starter bike long live this Honda rebel.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Thanks for watching! It was a great bike, we recently sold it as my wife stopped riding but I purchased a Victory Octane in its place. I took a little hiatus from KZbin but I plan on making a video about it in the spring!

[@benjaminsisko4761]

i'm a video producer, and this was well done! good sound, video... a nice relaxing take on the rebel-- thx, mister! :D

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+benjamin sisko Thanks man, appreciate the feedback!!

[@ElliottRopell]

So for a first time rider, I should get a bike like this? I always wanted a bike and this so far looks great for me but my issue is the gas tank and the rpm's. Any tips on that end?

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Elliott Ropell (Panther) Well, there's many opinions on what makes a good beginner bike. Some people (such as myself) started on a 500 and did just fine, but the Rebel is a fantastic bike for a first time rider. Don't be too worried about the range on a tank of gas on the Rebel; they get about 70 mpg. And unless you're on the freeway, the engine will run in the lower RPMs when just commuting.

[@ElliottRopell]

Lefty Cycle My cousin has this bike and I was talking to him about it this morning and he said it's great. I've noticed though it doesn't have a gas gage or and rpm gage. Can I get mods to have those stuff?

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Well, they do make gas gauges and tachs to be installed on bikes without them. However, I'm not so sure about how labor intensive it would be to add a tach, but I'm sure it's a lot. However, the Rebel is a bike that's easy to work on.

[@msvalina007]

Thanks for the video. The front chrome behind the front wheel, is that standard or is that a mod/add-on? I'm short and am interested in this bike, and am thinking the front chrome may help in the case of an accidental drop (minimum damage on the tank/etc). Can you provide info?

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Mario Svalina That's called a crash bar, and designed for just that! it is an add-on, albeit it's not much cost (~$160) relative to the amount of protection it provides

[@jlmcgrot]

What was the mileage on the Rebel? Just curious because I'm new to motorcycles, so unlike with a car, I don't know how many miles a motorcycle is typically good for.

[@pusylvr69]

i loved my rebal whe. i had it. me and my daughter would both ride and im 225 and she was 130 and i had no problem hitting 80 fairly fast. i was extreamly impressed. i had been riding for years before i got it for a crazy price and i loved it!

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Wow 80mph! Nice! I had the throttle wide open and the needle wouldn't budge above 70 lol. It's definitely a fun bike. I think it offered me a nice change of pace compared to my normal ride. Thanks for watching!

[@pusylvr69]

Lefty Cycle i really loved mine. it was a 05 and i traded a bike i on ly had 300 in. i want to get another one for the wife because she wants to learn but the Electra Glide is too big. i hope to have one by next spring for her. i love her on the back of mine but i think i would like it more if she was riding next to me.

[@Jholladay10]

there's nothing better than being with a girl who loves to ride.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Jason H Agreed! We just went for ride today--it was so much fun.

[@Jholladay10]

Lefty Cycle My wife is bugging me to get her some new headers :-) It's awesome.

[@bluethingable]

Yeah and one who likes to ride motorcycles too!

[@Blogengezer]

Said James to Molly, "in my opinion, there is nothing in this world, beats a '52 Vincent... and a red headed girl".. "And he gave her his Vincent... to Riiiiide" Richard Thompson :)

[@supernova6177]

Um... Riding alone.

[@elvisfan1958]

Enjoyed the video ... I'm 6' 3", 200 pounds ... Would I be able to ride this bike ? It looks like it would be a good starter bike, if I can fit on it .. lol... Thanks !

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+elvisfan1958 yea man I think so, it's got a very relaxed seating position so you won't be too cramped. see if your local dealer has one and take a seat on it and see how it feels! Thanks for watching!

[@elvisfan1958]

Thank you !

[@JaneDoe-dm9nx]

Might get this bike for college, super excited 😆

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Nice man, do it!

[@jslartey2]

Got one myself for college. More than enough power for getting around. Most students are on little 50cc scooters.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

@@jslartey2 awesome!!

[@freedomfirst5420]

I rode the first year Rebel back in the '80's, it was pretty gutless, but it was really fun to ride. I had a GSXR750 at the time. lol

[@superfly19751]

I love my rebel 250 especially on the backroads. The crash bar does limit its ability to lean. Mine does 80 mph downhill :)

[@bobdavis95]

Is this review about her bike or your's?

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Bob Davis whatever you'd like it to be :-)

[@bobdavis95]

okay thanks! lol I do like the rebel :-)

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Bob Davis it's an awesome bike!

[@jsprite123]

Hi, What crash bar does it have it installed? The MC Enterprise or the Cobra one? I have a Rebel 250 also and can't decide which one is better.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

I'll be honest, I don't know. It came with the bike...

[@jsprite123]

Oh well, thanks for replying.

[@kevv8708]

I'm looking to buy a motorcycle what kinda beginner bikes other than this would you recommend? I like the Harley street 750

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Kev v I started on a Suzuki GS500F but that's more of a sportier bike. If you're looking for a cruiser style, check out the Yamaha SR400.

[@RR_Kane]

"OH NOW you decide you wanna fucking get over! figure your shit out" Hahahahahaahaha!!! classic, great vid man :)

[@Yoko.Kurama]

Im a bike noob. Is this also considered a "standard" bike? What type of bike is Honda CBR 250?

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Yoko Kurama technically, the rebel is a cruiser. A standard has your feet underneath your seat, whereas with a cruiser, your feet are in front. However, Honda considers a CBR 250 in the Sport category, likely because of the full fairings

[@rosendoabriles8354]

nice video!!! i owned a 2007 rebel, am abot 5'09" and i got a hip pain after riding 15 min, not fast enough for freeway either, my only brand new bike and also the only one that needed front pads and clutch after 3,000 miles. i,ve been happy with ninjas, even though they were 250cc. thanks!!!

[@LeftyCycle2015]

The Ninja 250 is also a great little bike to zip around on--the new 300s looks even better than the recent 250s!

[@rebeccawells1580]

Do you know how many kg it is, and the height? I'm short and extremely lightweight (about 115 pounds at 5'6). Not too strong. I am going to start going to the gym soon, because I really want to ride a motorcycle but that was always the #1 obstacle. I keep researching the best specs for my size, and I usually find a good motorcycle, but then I see the price, then move on to the next one.

[@aledwards6787]

If my 5 foot tall 100 pound girlfriend can ride a 2009 rebel I'm sure you can

[@abadtesillo]

Una belleza, deberían de hacerlas de nuevo, son únicas con el doble escape.

[@ozarkprepper1718]

I bought mine to beat high gas prices.They are fun to ride on country roads.

[@BerryTheBnnuy]

Got to the 12 minute mark... I have never had stability issues with the Rebel on the interstate... but then, I also use a windshield. I do notice that it gets a little shakey at high RPMs. I'll shift up and the stability problem goes away. If you're going 70 in 4th gear, yeah you're going to get some stability problems. Look at the red lines around the edge of the numbers on the spedometer. You'll see at what speeds you're supposed to shift it at. Also I'm going to be installing a tachometer on my Rebel. It's the only bike I have that doesn't have one...

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Jenny Tokumei I was in 5th, but I could tell that it was the wind pushing me around a little bit. It was a rather windy day though. I've been riding for a while so I don't really use the tach to tell me when to shift, just use my ears :) Thanks for watching!

[@BerryTheBnnuy]

Lefty Cycle Well that's less the Rebel's fault and more the fault of an upright seating posture. This is a problem that all cruisers and standards have. That's why I use a windshield. I'm rather tall so I had to drop an oversized windshield on it, a Streamliner Enterprise windshield... Anything smaller and my ears end up bleeding from the noise of turbulence inside the helmet.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Jenny Tokumei I think it's a case of YMMV. My FZ09 sits very upright but is rock solid regardless of speed and has no windscreen. In my opinion, the wind hitting me was causing me to create input to the bars, which due to the Rebel's light weight, was causing a little instability. But, to each their own :)

[@BerryTheBnnuy]

Lefty Cycle That's possible too, but even if so, I still use a windshield on it. I have the same windshield on my KZ750 and KZ1000 LTDs... Those bikes don't have the same issue as the Rebel without the windshield, but they also both have a greater caster angle, which I think is why they're smoother at high speeds than my rebel (and they get going much faster, and they get going that fast much faster too). That said I still have the windshield on them just to quiet down the wind in my helmet. I like to be able to hear myself think.

[@WakeUpDead2012]

I want a Honda Rebel so bad but I'm scared of it not having the "get up and go" i need around where I live. I live in Chapel Hill,NC right off a HWY. From were I turn out of my drive the speed limit is 45 until it turns to 35. Id be mainly using it just to ride around on the Weekends and Some days to work. Just alot of traffic around here and this would be my first bike if i were to get it. I got my eye on one a guys selling locally its an 06 Rebel doesn't even have 1,000 miles on it yet. Said he got it for his wife but she's scared to really ride and she never takes it out. Garage kept and only wants 2,000 for it. Its in excellent condition.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+WakeUpDead2012 Yea there's not much there, but sounds like a great deal! I think you could get it to 45 quickly if you had to, but obviously practice without traffic first! :)

[@Grady_OBS]

So, this bike vs something like a Honda CB300F, which would be better for getting too and from school? I want to have the cruiser style, but at the same time I want some sport. Do you think I would go with this? The other problem is that the 300 is about 250$ cheaper (I dont have a ton of money)

[@LeftyCycle2015]

The CB300 is a good start if you want something upright like a cruiser and the performance of a sportier 250/300. To be honest, you can't go wrong on any entry level bike since you'll get a great learning experience regardless of the machine, plus you'll want to upgrade anyway. ;)

[@Grady_OBS]

Lefty Cycle I actually started on a SSR 125 Pit bike. Ive rode it all around my town for the past 2 year or so, only took me 2 years to get the clutch down perfect without stalling lol. Im about to be moving into collage in the next year or two. (after high school im going to wait a year before collage, mostly to save some cash before hand.) and just wanted something to get to and from work/school. Also does this bike actually have 84mpg? Thats what the Honda Site says, but im not sure. And do you need to run 92+ gas? Thats what im running on my pit bike.

[@Grady_OBS]

Also, thanks for the quick reply!

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Zipping Basher you bet! And that sounds about right, this thing just sips on gas. I just put in regular fuel, which around here is 87 octane. My FZ09 however gets the good stuff lol

[@Grady_OBS]

Lefty Cycle Could I possibly run 93/92 with no problems?

[@EZ4U2Say11]

Should have titled it “my girlfriend bought a rebel”

[@Duddie82]

Would you say the Rebel 250 is a good bike for an older guy who is not wanting a fast bike?

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Scott C I'd say so! It accelerates super easy and slow but can also go highway speeds if needed. I liked it to just jump on and cruise. It was a nice change of pace from my Yamaha

[@28ebdh3udnav]

I want a rebel bike for one reason. I am 4' 9" tall. Im a short guy.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Joseph Ybarra you'll love it. the seat hight is super low

[@NickTheStick12]

hi i'm considering to buy the honda ca125 i am 6'1 tall how would that be for me as a everyday ride oh and is there room for passengers? :)

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Lucky69 I think there is enough room for you and a passenger (albeit it will feel a little cramped). However, given that bike has only 11 hp, it's gonna accel like a semi truck with a passenger...

[@NickTheStick12]

okay thank you for your reply

[@julo514]

so you shift up at every 10 mph? is it the same for down? what if i want to go say 60. would i go up to 5th and increase from there?

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Well, the speedometer has recommended gears on it for each speed. Honestly, I don't use that whatsoever. I shift up and down by just listening to the revs of the engine.

[@Lancaster604]

How do you even ride a cruiser with the pegs all the way in front? How do you even weight the pegs in a turn?

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Brian LO it's simple really. You just put your feet on the pegs. Lol but seriously it has no effect on control. And unless you plan on riding it like it's an r6 there's no need to weight one peg over the other.

[@E2Moto]

I rode this bike while I was in CMSP. Fun bike.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+E2Moto Yea man I had a blast riding this thing. Thanks for watching!

[@E2Moto]

+Lefty Cycle No problem, man. Before I took CMSP I always thought I would never want to ride a cruiser but riding the Rebel showed me the charms of being on one. Right now, I'm currently riding a DRZ400SM but once I become too old to ride a tall bike, I can really see myself settling down on a cruiser. I thank the Rebel for teaching me that.

[@natesilva3232]

with owning a Honda Rebel 250 to me it's all about learning how to shift and getting used to the feel of the bike once you get better at riding that one you move on of course

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Nate Silva Right. It's a great bike to start and learn on!

[@natesilva3232]

I work in a 2 mile radius , so this bike was perfect for the commute . I finished Riders Edge Course at Harley Davidson and ever since I been want to drive again . I had a mini that hit 50mph with suicide shifter. But I don't have no more . I don't want to get on the freeway. Was thinking about making it kind of like a low rider motorcycle since it doesn't have all that much power or talk or anything just make it a nice beautiful little shiny Rider Cruiser, flake paint job ,clean the spoke rims probably hydrodip my rims.

[@martinlopez4837]

Where'd you get the engine guards? I would like some for my rebel.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Martin Lopez came with the bike, but I'm sure any dealer or ebay would have them. Just search for a roll bar.

[@dustinsegers4534]

Cobra Freeway Bars for 1996-2009 Honda Rebel 250 Models www.amazon.com/dp/B004H84RYQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_oasbDbF5EXNVJ

[@MrStrutus]

lefty, any updates on the rebel ?

[@randallmart92]

Im torn between a ninja 250 or this or a 300 honda cbr or ninja 300. Need to go sit on some at a dealer.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

yea man! that's a good idea. test ride one too if you can!

[@randallmart92]

Lefty Cycle Yea I'm going this weekend to try one out and see which one feels better. Looks aren't everything so id go for more comfort and which one i could daily. Some people say get a dual sport since its like half street and dirt bike or something like that x3 But we'll see how it goes.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Shirako Takamoto good luck man and have fun!

[@CKPHH]

Shirako Takamoto if you're down, wait for the new 300rr cbr. They just released a 250rr in asia 38hp.

[@randallmart92]

CKPHH yea i know there are so many choices...but i went to the dealer near me and so far im liking the honda cbr 300 from all the choices. just feels right. gonna test ride a few saturday to be sure.

[@HardSoundGuy]

>Gets on bike >"This bike makes me love my over bike so much more"

[@MJT-DA]

lol that ending, but yeah great review video. This bike gets around 84mpg if you ride it normally and about 75mpg if your hard on it, but that's perfect for me since my parents won't let me have a sports bike. They said no to the kawasaki ninja 250r, kawasaki ninja 300, honda cbr300r, honda cbr250r, suzuki gs500f and the cbr125 (yes they said no to a 125cc fml lol). But i think they are judging by looks and not the displacement since they saw a cruiser and thought they are slower. That's why i want this bike to build the confidence in my parents then move up to a cbr300r then the 600rr (when honda updates it in 2017)

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Taijean Moodie Thanks man! A lot of people who don't ride don't know that the power of a bike is independent of the look or displacement. The Suzuki GS500F was my first bike and I loved it. Make sure you show them that you have and will wear all your gear, and take a basic riders safety course to show them that you're learning to be as safe as possible on the road. Good luck and thanks for watching!

[@MJT-DA]

+Lefty Cycle Thanks alot. I i will always ATGATT (all the gear all the time!)

[@PatrioticBiker]

Damn I guess the grom life is a no then

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+PatrioticPitBiker I've never been on one, but Groms look fun as hell lol

[@PatrioticBiker]

haha true!

[@juang3919]

How much do you think one of these is worth if it has about 13k miles on it?

[@LeftyCycle2015]

It would depend on the year, condition, and your market, but generally you can find one in my neck of the woods for $1,500 to $2K. There's actually a shop in my area selling the Rebel's competitor, a Suzuki GZ250, for about $1,200 w/ 3k miles on it.

[@kodypagel9167]

NIce!!!! A Wisconsinite vlogger!!!! I'm guessing the Milwaukee area???

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+ToadHonda Snapper Fox Valley actually!

[@andrewstanley1027]

Dang, that's a quiet bike

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Yea it is for sure. Wife doesn't ride anymore so I traded it in, bought a Victory Octane instead. It is LOUD.

[@curtfox91]

Terrible Review your Not talking about the Bike at All!

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Curtis Arnold terrible comment, since you obviously didn't watch the whole video!

[@RobRippin]

2003 Honda Rebel, for $1500. Good deal or not?

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+CaptainSerious99 KBB says about $1600 for retail and $1100 trade in. But these numbers are assuming a high mileage, like 17K. so depending on the mileage I'd say it's a good deal.

[@sixinch4694]

I've been riding about 45 years, have had 100 motorcycles, up to 1500cc,allways liked Hondas, i'm 59 now have a 40' diesel pusher motorhome and have a carrier on the rear, and I can easily load this thing, love the 75 MPG, so fun to ride, brings back memories of the 70's. I have a 2013 with 1200 miles, don't take it in the interstate, just around town and back roads, just cruise. I put on 5" extended forward controls from BLUE COLLAR BOBBERS,sissy bar, back rest & rack from ebay, 28 tooth rear sprocket for cruising.Drilled out a couple of baffels of exhaust with a 1 1/2" key hole saw, sounds mellow. LOVE IT!!!!

[@jakeslade8518]

I'm getting my 1999 Rebel for 1,000$ on craigslist

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Jake Slade Awesome! You're gonna love it.

[@takumisato7126]

How would this bike be with two adult riders??

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Might be a little slow, but it will do it. Not advised for the highway though.

[@TheMKEWERBY]

So proud for you and Brie! With about three minutes left, you were talking about the reaction from the Harley Guys. Well, how would you relate this to an 883 Sporty. Because a lady that used to teach at my high school has a very ugly one of those and she is terrible at it. Hardly commits herself to the bike at all! So don't you think she'd've been better of with a bike like Brie's? I mean from this video-Brie obviously seems to get much more enjoyment out of this bike than that lady does hers. Just wondering.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

I've never been on an 883, but they seem to have the same seating position. Obviously the 883 has more engine. BUT, the Rebel is 200 lbs lighter which makes a HUGE difference in the way the two handle. The lighter and more forgiving Rebel would be a great choice for her. Thanks for watching!

[@TheMKEWERBY]

Welcome! Yes, she said she took the MSF Course and that starting as she said from scratch, there was no way she could have ridden otherwise-was 43 before she was even on the back of a motorcycle. Also, these are basically what they use there. So I have no idea why she didn't go with it instead of that pile of garbage she now rides. This may have less weight & motor-but Brie's bike is, in my opinion much more of a bike than Heidi's could ever hope to be! Agree?

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Michael Werbovetz (81GMC2500) agreed!

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Michael Werbovetz (81GMC2500) agreed!

[@ringosteve823]

Nice! Good review.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Thanks!

[@ozzysukut3973]

is the seat comfy???

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Yea man! It's not like squishy or anything, but very supportive.

[@pedocat6654]

I'm 5'7 would I fit on this?

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Pedo Cat I'm 5'8" and it was very comfortable. So I would say yes you would.

[@hejhejddawwa2249]

Honda rebel or Yamaha virago for a beginner?

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Honestly you can't go wrong with either. They both have super similar specs, and you'll probably want to upgrade after a season or two anyway, so I would go with whatever one costs less lol Good luck!

[@hejhejddawwa2249]

Thanks friend, I can get one of those for under 1000$

[@axel-ve9ek]

What you to buy? New or used ?

[@axel-ve9ek]

What to buy? New or used ?

[@hejhejddawwa2249]

Am buying used

[@diegoelizondo6255]

How fast can it go? Like the actuall speed

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Diego Elizondo Probably just over 70mph. In the video, I had the throttle wide open on the interstate and was going 71 or 72mph.

[@diegoelizondo6255]

+Lefty Cycle im willing to buy one, lol, but i wont use it that often, i meen, if ot goes at that limit, im really good, thabk you so much, great video keep making more lol

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Diego Elizondo Glad it helped, and thanks for watching! Hopefully the snow melts here soon so I can get back out riding again...

[@ladefreakndah]

+Diego Elizondo Don't expect to reach 70mph in a headwind.

[@diegoelizondo6255]

+ladefreakndah yes i know, it takes time to catch speed, if ill buy it but ill use it to go oround the streets..🏍

[@arguswil]

Great video 👌

[@LeftyCycle2015]

thanks!

[@Anthony-Webb]

I enjoyed this. thank you

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Anthony Webb Thanks for watching!

[@maulingduck]

/what are the price of these new??

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Chris Talley Per Honda's website, a 2016 goes for $4,190.00 MSRP

[@spartan0630]

love the bike video.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

thanks!

[@Duddie82]

It is much more fun riding when at least two or more people ride.

[@edgarrivera4623]

Good video!

[@admiralajax7713]

Offers a review about a Honda Rebel, talks more about his own bike

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Admiral Ajax you must not have made it past 3:30. But no worries, I appreciate you watching anyway :)

[@admiralajax7713]

Lefty Cycle You're right I didn't, but I appriciate the positive response! For that, I'll happily re-watch in that case

[@scaryhorrormoviee]

i love that bike

[@fortyfour-ed3ub]

WHy you should've gotten'er a Harley full dresser to go with 'er jacked up 4x4.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+.fortyfour she's not much of a Harley gal, but a jacked up 4x4 would be nice especially now w/ the blizzard we have up here! Thanks for watching.

[@susandaniel7432]

+.fortyfour I love my husband's Harley, but it's too heavy to learn on. It's too heavy to learn your basic skills when you're so afraid you're gonna drop the bike. I bought a 2015 Honda Rebel so that I could get my skills back (used to ride a long time ago), and once I'm solid, I will probably upgrade. But the 250 is a GREAT bike to learn on and get comfortable.

[@fortyfour-ed3ub]

Susan Daniel I have ridden the little puddle jumpers a few times and I do agree that they are a very good bike to learn on and they are not too small as not too be seen by a cager.

[@LittleRavenReader]

this video was so helpful for me thanks very much! +LeftyCycle

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Melisa Akay You bet! Thanks for watching.

[@Austin-mc2wv]

I'm trying to convince my wife to let me get a bike:)

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Austin Waters You may be able to put her mind at ease by taking a basic riders safety course and showing her the gear you'll [hopefully] wear to be safe! Good luck!

[@Austin-mc2wv]

I gonna man she don't mind she just worries about me lol

[@Austin-mc2wv]

Always be safe

[@Austin-mc2wv]

I trying to decide if I wanna Honda rebel 250 or a Yamaha v star 250

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Austin Waters I've never ridden one a V-Star, but the Rebel, V-star 250, and Suzuki GZ250 are all great beginner motorcycles.

[@jessebenjamin4779]

I found one for my wife to learn on!

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Jay B awesome!! She'll love it!

[@guillermolopez1201]

Pan de ajo nunca dicen cuantos caballos de fuerza. Hp.?

[@John_Stur]

It would be great if we could actually hear the bike :)

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Sethuna “The Ascended” Sorry, I agree though... It's super quiet, so it was hard to hear the bike over my mic and the wind noise. Trust me, it sounds nothing like my FZ though :)

[@pablomyersmyers6914]

That’s what I was listening for lol

[@devonpeppers7168]

Oshkosh Wi, raised there almost my whole life

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Me too...I'm trying to get out! lol

[@devonpeppers7168]

Lefty Cycle same, i actually getting a 06 rebel tomorrow.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Nice! You'll love it...first bike?!

[@devonpeppers7168]

Lefty Cycle yes

[@Vavaxman]

hey dude you sound like a good guy. have a like

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Vasily Rassokhin thanks!

[@davidklemp8406]

Oshkosh Wisconsin!

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Dave Klemp Yes sir!

[@josephbella3266]

I wanted him to talk about the bike who's bree

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Joseph Bella my wife. Watch the full video :)

[@NoMonkeyBizz]

Sweet bike mate, thats the bike my wife wants is it worth it? bye the way Check out my bike youll like it You have a SUB here mate cheers

[@LeftyCycle2015]

thanks man; and yes I loved the rebel. I like the bobber look of yours!

[@NoMonkeyBizz]

thanks Rebel it is lol Thanks mate

[@LeftyCycle2015]

no problem! she'll love it.

[@ozzysukut3973]

now I love sound, but I don't like those loud ass shit. like on a scale of 1-10 of 10 being the loudest, I would want my bike to be like a 7. now is this bike loud? I don't think it is.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

No it's not really... If I had to rate it from 1 being a 50cc scooter to a 10 being my FZ09 w/ an M4 exhaust, it's about a 4.

[@stephenlangkau4237]

Looks a lot like Oshkosh.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Stephen Langkau That's because it is :)

[@CM-xy7uk]

Talking about how badass your other bike is and talking about your relationship with your girlfriend lol bro we came here for a review of the rebel not all you bragging

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Lol

[@blackfox7400]

8:43

[@LeftyCycle2015]

'short' is relative haha

[@jsnyper4357]

NOBODY waves at me on my Rebel!!

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Aww.. I'd wave! Lol

[@rockwithdon5995]

Dude all you did was talk about your bike, Not the Rebel

[@LeftyCycle2015]

World of Angel then you must not have watched the whole video...

[@chrismartin3618]

its a 250.. no need for a review

[@LeftyCycle2015]

Chris Martin lol

[@antonioalvarado1541]

Too long, too repetitive. I don't want to hear about your personal life...just about the bike.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Antonio Alvarado It's called a vlog for a reason buddy :) you knew how long the video was before you clicked on it. But thanks for watching!

[@antonioalvarado1541]

Agree about "knowing how long it was before viewing it"...but I also expected more info. and not a CONSTANT repetition of the same thing. Just accept the critique and next time get to the point...once you do that...then end it!!!

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Antonio Alvarado It's not that I'm not accepting your critique, as I am, but just giving a rebuttal. I'm not sure what was being constantly repeated other than a few statements were reiterated, so I respectfully disagree. But thanks again for watching and commenting.

[@mrwolf31]

"Honda Rebel First Impressions and Review" Where does it say Vlog? I came here for Review and got your life story.

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Monty Kay glad you enjoyed it.

[@paulbreitenbach6602]

is that bike for a boy

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Paul Breitenbach what do you mean?

[@paulbreitenbach6602]

Lefty Cycle i want to get this bike when i get my permit is it a bike for boys to

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Paul Breitenbach like boys you mean the gender and not just girls? Or do you mean age? If the former, anyone of any gender can ride any bike they want. If the latter, you need to be legally able to operate a motorcycle in your state to drive this on public roadways.

[@paulbreitenbach6602]

Lefty Cycle both

[@LeftyCycle2015]

+Paul Breitenbach already answered you bro, read above.

[@MM-fh3ml]

this whole review is a waste of time

[@CynicalMartian]

Dude...pop filter

[@filthypeasant4442]

Lol wtf this is in oshkosh