Honda Rebel 500 vs SCL500- Which One Should YOU Buy?!

"Which one is better, the Honda Rebel 500 or the Honda SCL500??" That is BY FAR the most asked question I've got ever since buying my SCL500 last year. And now that I own a Rebel 500 again (my 3rd one!) I figured it's the perfect time to finally give you guys the answer! But the answer might not be what you think...
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Check below for timestamps of every section!
Intro- 0:00
Overview Of Rebel 500 & SCL500- 0:32
Factor 1: Your Budget- 5:37
Factor 2: Fit Of The Bike- 7:07
Factor 3: Intended Use- 13:56
Final Thoughts- 22:54
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[@coronachan4285]

CL500>rebel 500 any day, your back and knees will thank you, the confort of the cl500 is sooooo much better, the riding position + thiner front tire + wider handlebars = game changer for handling

[@LifeOfBurch]

Agreed 100%!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@DvoidRebel]

For those in the area and market - I just saw someone in Broken Arrow OK, an apparent non-rider, on FB Marketplace today selling a 2022 Rebel 500 for $1500. Dent on the gas tank and "probably needs a battery." Even if you gotta put a little work in on it, probably aren't going to beat $1500.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Whaattt?! If it has a clean title, that’s a CRAZY deal 😳 Link it here if you can!

[@DvoidRebel]

@@LifeOfBurch did you see that link? Idk if it posted when I tried. I vaguely remember seeing something somewhere about YT not allowing links in comments 🤔🤔

[@LifeOfBurch]

@@DvoidRebel not looking like it came through, but makes sense that KZbin would do that to try stopping scams. Thanks for trying though brotha! 🤘🏻

[@KomotoVlogs]

This is SUCH a good comparison!! Love all your transitions too🔥

[@LifeOfBurch]

Hey thanks lady!! 😁🧡

[@KomotoVlogs]

@@LifeOfBurch🤍🤍🤍

[@darthj1174]

Edits are CLEAN!!

[@robertkenworthy724]

I've been watching your videos for a long time man, I absolutely LOVE this content you've been putting out for years; I come from a Harley Family so my brothers and I have been always thinking that Harleys were our way to go, queue to like, 3 years ago when you put that 300 versus 500 video and i've been watching every now and again when you post and subscribed later on because you kept popping up in my recommended. anyways, I just wanted to say that i'm really thankful for you man and I kid you not, today, when i've been searching for a deal on a rebel 500 with abs showed up, i felt something in me that was like, "go for it" and I went to the bank, talked with my financial advisor, and i bought the bike today! Long message but, all in all, I appreciate you for all the content you make Burch, can't wait to watch your videos AGAIN and learn again from videos you've already posted for mods for the rebel 500

[@jeanbouchard5324]

Heu Burch, I’ve been following you since your 5 years VFR review and I must say that I think this is your best made video yet. Great job, keep it up!

[@LifeOfBurch]

Thanks so much!! And I seriously appreciate you sticking around since the beginning! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@HFVidShotz]

Appreciate the time y'all put in on this. Super helpful. BTW, there may be a Honda Creme for that SCL itching so much.

[@noahlapuz3853]

Beautiful demonstration. Appreciate all the thoughtful efforts! 🙏💎🤗❤

[@erikmendez2125]

I came across your videos a few months ago trying to find a bike I’d like to get to start off my riding journey with and I got solidified on my decision to get a blue Rebel 500. I got it two days ago and am in love with riding. So much fun and your videos helped me with my decision. Thank you for the awesome quality videos dude. I hope you don’t ever feel burnt out making videos because you do an awesome job at it. Hope you and Nina well!

[@LifeOfBurch]

Congrats on the bike and congrats on starting your riding journey!! That’s so sick that my channel helped you with your decision. I seriously appreciate the kind words more than you know 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@erikmendez2125]

@@LifeOfBurchthank you, it’s honestly crazy to think that you putting out content for the fun of it influenced my decision in my riding journey. Something to think about but you definitely are just an awesome dude so again. Thanks for the awesome quality vids man. You’re murdering it!🤙🏻

[@alecmachovoe5142]

I've been getting flooded with other videos I haven't seen one of yours in awhile. I'm gonna be getting my first bike in 8 years in the next month! I can't wait!

[@LifeOfBurch]

Let’s gooo!! What bike are ya getting?! 👀

[@yusuf_scott82]

I started watching this with 50 views, and it now has over 2700 as I'm finishing it. Anyways, I just got the CB500F yesterday. Loving it so far. Bike choice is really individual, and I like how you highlight that here.

[@marvinpena8113]

Great video Burch !! 🤙🏽

[@barackmycat9448]

I`m still hooked on my XR 150. It`s so comfy and rideable.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Can’t go wrong with the XR! I need to get mine back in the woods soon! 👀

[@hachi-rokuperformancegroup3987]

What is the top speed? I live in an area where all the highways are 65mph or 75 and no backroads to take without getting on those highways to get to them. I think it would be a good bike for my wife to learn on and something fun for me and the kids to ride

[@barackmycat9448]

@@hachi-rokuperformancegroup3987 Where I live a bike needs to be 250cc min. to ride on highway. I stay on slowest roads I can find. It can go about 60 but I wouldn`t hold it there. It loves 45 roads and dirt roads.

[@hachi-rokuperformancegroup3987]

@@barackmycat9448 thanks that's the info I was looking for. I might still pick one up for a fun bike to take on dirt roads because my 87 yz250 is a beast and too loud for a relaxing ride

[@j4ckt741]

I was planning on getting a rebel 500 but this video made me realize that being a 6 foot construction worker the SCL500 is really the only choice, not only because I could ride it comfortably but also because I just realized I couldn't even pull into half my work cites on a rebel. I never thought to factor in my occupation as to which bike I should get, so thank you Burch, kind of a life saver

[@edukze]

🤟🏻🤟🏻🤟🏻 incredible review, what a great overall info about both 👌

[@arbiter6452]

This makes me appreciate my bike even more. I still rock the classic Vance & Hines on my Rebel 500 and its production #311. Me being 6 foot with a size 36 NBT pants I need risers and the T-Rex highway pegs and try that out.

[@chronomaster9796]

Being older helps you choose much quicker :) Sat on a Rebel 500 and both my lower back and shoulders immediately declared war! Loving my green CL500 ❤❤❤

[@h.wayneb3495]

Very well presented. Thank you

[@marthaburcham3509]

Great comparisons with 2 body types!!

[@LifeOfBurch]

Thanks!! 🧡

[@JohnDoe-xr5is]

Back in 2017 I was looking at the Rebel for a first bike. The transmission case sticking out on the 500 was a deal killer. I went with the 300, but that single thumper vibrated like an industrial paint mixer. I thought the bike was going to vibrate apart. Sold it after one summer. But it was great to learn on. Very easy to ride.

[@azachslife6225]

@lifeofburch watching your videos over the last 1.5 years has inspired me to get one for myself to enjoy this side of life! I am going to make my decision next weekend on my first bike; I’m down to a Honda CTX700 or NC700 as a first bike and would really like to know any input or advice you have! I know my choices are not what you discussed in the video but getting a cheaper bike now with hopes to upgrade to the Rebel 1100 in a year or two in the future. Thanks for all the great content you put out here, I never miss a video!

[@adventureundone]

Great vid man 👍 I really want an SCL500

[@MotoDash1100]

Yoooo I didn't even know I needed this video. I personally like the high exhaust of SCL500 if I ever have to live in Florida again (flooded roads from hurricanes). Rebel 500 is a noice one though.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Yeeaaa I think I gave up my chances of riding through flooded roads the second I took off the SCL’s fender 😅😂 SCL for the win still though! 🙌🏻

[@arbiter6452]

The camera work is pretty awesome in comparing the bikes and fitment. Even with the "scooter lean" with one foot down, shorter riders still will struggle with the SC500 I agree.

[@seaninness334]

Really good video for newer riders and the benefits of Honda's varied 500cc platform over the last 8 years or so. The one thing I thought of, and this could really be it's own video, is bar selection. You got into it a bit with the ergonomics with Nina's seat and riser adaptations. As part of the ergonomics, bar selection is huge and can introduce newer riders to all the types, adjustments but also how on some bikes, the bars might hit their legs or the tank in ways that are uncomfortable especially on slow speed maneuvering. I lean toward the SCL too as I started on dual-sports, buying my first bike at 14, I think it's completely normal to not be flat-footed but it helps that I grew to be a touch over 6 feet, I still miss the challenge I had as a kid. @<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="665">11:05</a> but as Nina points out, plenty of people HATE that, I'm pleased she got some great aftermarket goodies for her bike to make it her own.

[@mikes.7900]

Informative video, good job.... btw "The Rebel's just happy to have you here" should be in Honda's promotional material for the bike...lol

[@LifeOfBurch]

Waiittt a second…I think you’re onto something here! I can smell the royalty checks now! 😂🤘🏻

[@jacob7960]

good job syncing different angles

[@User-kk6ys]

i was just asking the question this morning

[@josebravo5125]

Funny this is the exact thing I was looking for! Lol Ive been looking at bikes this past week and both of these got my attention. Im a 5'4" dude but with boots im two inches taller. My intended use is more for commuting but I would also like to use it for some nearby traveling (here in central California im two houts away from all the fun stuff). Im liking the Scrambler but ill have to try it out to see if it will work for me.

[@drdoolittle5724]

Very clever sound check, the lazy low Rebel v the peppy Scrambler! Honda quality knows no bounds!

[@AndrewFearn42]

As someone who started on the Rebel 500, I went with a CB500X when they did the mid-model upgrade with better suspension/brakes because I liked the motor/power. I haven’t ridden an SCL500 but the Rebel is a little too low and close for me and my hips/back hurt after half an hour of riding it. I have spent a little time at the dealer sitting on it and the SCL500 just feels like a halfway point between the CB and the Rebel. The CB500X is definitely taller and for me much more comfortable, even on days I’ve spent several hours on it. Oddly, with the same motor on those two as well, the stock exhaust on both sound nearly the same. And at lights when my wife and I are riding side by side, they will fall into sync and sound like twins. So I feel like the aftermarket exhaust highlights those slight differences.

[@Harambes_Homeboy]

SCL for me but can’t go wrong with either imo 🔥 🏍️

[@jessebassett4635]

I like the rebel style. The scl fit me better so I bought one. I am about 5’ 10” with a 32 inch inseam. I am also a little older and I felt cramped on the rebel. I am super comfortable on the scl. The scl is very fun and nibble.🤩

[@LifeOfBurch]

Sounds like the SCL was definitely the right call for you! Glad you love it! 🙌🏻

[@7thShadowKaibutsu]

Can't wait to see you guys switch all the gear/mods from the blue 300 to the red 500. Time to sell and upgrade Nina's ride!🤙

[@LifeOfBurch]

You know it! Should be rad to see the change!! 🙌🏻

[@pocketlint82]

​@@LifeOfBurchWe've been using yours and Nina's videos for inspiration and help upgrading my girlfriend's 300 with the crash bars, rear rack and saddlebags. She's ready for longer adventures now. I'm interested to see how well everything transfers to the 500 as that's something I could see her doing in the future

[@quinnsd13]

Hands-down picking the SCL for the size/ride position. My ONLY hold up is the lack of storage options like you mentioned. I'm use to my Honda Trail w/ a big tail box full of camping supplies and tools. Trail tops out at 50MPH for me, so I need a larger/faster option for when I don't NEED all that storage. Hopefully getting an SCL by next year. Gives it some time to get a few more add-on options I hope.

[@ten-lh9zb]

Nice video! Watched your channel for years, was debating between the scrambler and the 1100 for a minute. Ended up getting my first bike which was a HarleySportster 48 1200cc. Do you have interest in electric dirt bikes at all? The surrons and similar look insane, and I’ve been debating getting one as my second bike.

[@DvoidRebel]

Goddamnit. Now I want an SCL too... Because I need both my Rebel and an SCL.

[@LifeOfBurch]

This is the wrong place to say that if you’re looking to be talked out of it, cause I will ALWAYS be the devil on your shoulder talking you into buying another bike! 😂🤘🏻

[@pcthayer]

I think the ergonomics of how you fit on the bike when you are riding is more important than if you can flat foot the bike at a stop light. If you can tippy toe at a stop light, that is fine....at least it always was for me. (BTW...you were right about the SCL500 is geared slightly lower so has a little more umph taking off.)

[@Diurama1212]

I just took my SCL500 on the BDR-X PA Wilds adventure route.500 miles on pact gravel through park forests. It was epic!!!

[@LifeOfBurch]

Dang that sounds like a dream dude! So sick!! 🙌🏻🤘🏻

[@diegoribeiro-gamer]

The super low seat from the Rebel makes all the difference for short people like myself! 🎉😂

[@TimoHahnProductions]

Imagine the "older" lights of the Rebel on the CL. I guess that would look great 🙌

[@leeinwis]

I see no reason why you couldn't swap it ..

[@TimoHahnProductions]

@@leeinwis the build up is different. They look similar but I've also seen that you can't even use the seat of the new Rebel on the old one...

[@wildlandkirk]

Nice video.

[@adamdowns3075]

Glad to see you have a low mount on your SCL. I was waiting to see if anyone would do one and especially after seeing your Vance and Hines was kinda mehh for the price. That rust is no bueno for the price

[@dhall5661]

Waiting on that talaria xxx content!!!

[@bwilly6701]

Absolutely love my SCL500. Comfortable, super light clutch pull, bike is light, fun, great on gas. What more could you ask for out of a fun day of riding? Throw the new Puig windscreen on it and it’ll highway all day

[@LifeOfBurch]

Agreed 100%!! Such a rad do-it-all bike! 🙌🏻

[@ferkuzuel]

I just bought a new 2023 scl500 about 2 weeks ago, it was discounted at $4999 plus dealer fees, it was also what they called the adventure package, so it had a few accessories already, So I think that they are still some new 2023 models left at dealerships so there are possibilities to get a good deal on a new scl500 like I did Cheers!

[@CarlosRodriguez-kb9jc]

I’m going for the NX500

[@FreqyBiker]

You're not wrong about the exhaust pipes - the cat and the back end of the pipes are based from pipes of the 1100 Rebel (which has a very similar endcan). That'd explain the difference in exhaust note.

[@navimaclife]

Even though I didn’t see any tacos in this video, it was still a good one. 😜🤘🏼

[@karlfonner7589]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1201">20:01</a>-one of those intersections where you have to be in the middle of it to see if it’s clear. You definitely want to slow your roll around those. Not necessarily the drivers fault.

[@amandapage1878]

A great video, thanks. Just wanted to know if the CL500 can be lowered a bit so there isn't such a difference in the seat height. I had Rebel 500 which I loved and had my eye on the CL500 but I'm now worried it is too tall for me.

[@arbiter6452]

I am also wondering how much better the suspension is on the facelift models of the rebels vs the Original Gangsters comparing stock vs stock.

[@MrJoels007]

Hi Burch the seat that you have on your rebel 1100 is it more comfortable than the stock seat I really like the looks of your seat and would just like to know if it's more comfortable. Thanks

[@RoadReality]

LOL, <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="33">0:33</a> - the red bike has a surprised face made up of the engine :D Once you see it, you can't un-see it!

[@tedwitus]

hi Burch ~ what do you think of the new Hornet 500 (formerly CB500F) ?

[@lutherrule9301]

Great content 👌 👏 👍...

[@LifeOfBurch]

Thanks so much!! 😁🙌🏻

[@AyaWetts]

On taller bikes, us short riders have to learn to hang our butts off the side to get a foot on the ground. Still easier to have a lower seat height.

[@SLIGHT_]

Awesome comparison dude! I’m with Nina… Rebel > SCL… SLIGHT’s Unbiased View ;) Yet you’ve hit the nail on the head with each of these bike’s strengths and weaknesses. I’d be curious to see how your SCL compares to my rebel (in spirited rides of course)

[@LifeOfBurch]

The SCL vs your Rebel in a spirited ride would be an interesting comparison! You definitely have the suspension advantage, no question there. The SCL’s suspension is better than the Rebel’s (stock vs stock), but it’s still a bit floaty through bumps, and obviously your suspension is muuuch nicer! Although I’d have a pretty decent lean angle advantage 🤔 Next time you’re in town you gotta take the SCL for a rip and see how ya like it! Maybe next LifeOfBurch meetup we all rent out a track?! 😳

[@SLIGHT_]

@@LifeOfBurch I believe next LOB meetup we will be down for a few more days. I’m sure we can make something work. Again, great video. Smart as this comparison makes sense.

[@arbiter6452]

I haven't ridden a Rebel 300 or 250 on the road yet. I am curious on what the difference of handling and acceleration and gearing is.

[@robertrood2559]

I'm 6 foot 4 I know I don't fit on the rebel might check out the cl500 and see if that'll be a good fit for me

[@pyro06]

I just wish the scl500 and Hondas other 500cc line would have a tachometer like the cb500x does

[@pancakezabovewater5583]

Off topic question butttt.. I got an 1100 Manual a few weeks ago and the throttle seams to be insanely twitchy. Did you have that problem and how did you fix it? I've google it quite a bit and say your video on the power commander but did it fix it or just minimize it?

[@willxowo]

Never seen those SCL's until now, wouldn't know the difference as they look so similar lol. but I've been wanting a rebel for a long ass time and I still want one. Would prefer new but I can't even afford used which i'm willing to trade a Navi for any year lol ):

[@arbiter6452]

Unlike the 300. I have gotten my Rebel 500 up to 80 MPH on the interstate for a few miles. It's pretty stable. The 300 you would be almost pinning the throttle. The old school Rebel 250 you can go 80 down hill lol and that's really pushing it

[@richardrounce7138]

I'm curious if the cb500 guage cluster will fit on the scl500. Not a fan of the small dim screen.

[@pocketlint82]

I want to put some more aggressive tires on my trident to be able to hit the gravel. But I think I'd really miss the cornering prowess it has in the mountains. So idk, looks like I just need a second bike 😂

[@jacob7960]

youre a honda guy. What are your thoughts on a NC750x?

[@RAF238thCdr84]

I bought a new '22 500 Reb for my grandaughter. I would say 5' 8" is max for that. I'm 5' 11" and I'm miserable on that thing. Seat is a cloth covered plank too lol. Great bike tho.

[@mikespeaks6038]

I own a SCL500. But I think I like the Rebel 500 better than the Shadow.

[@darrenlove835]

What tank bag do you use?

[@vladimirmalchev202]

CL500. Better suspension, better body position, better handling, better ground clearance.

[@jlrutube1312]

Rebel might be better for highway trips since the taller gearing will give you a lower rpm and the engine will feel more relaxed at freeway speeds. I suppose you could fix that problem on the SCL by a sprocket change so maybe it isn't that big of a deal.

[@LifeOfBurch]

The SCL has 1 more tooth in the rear than the Rebel and the same size up front. They feel the same on the highway from a power perspective.

[@garretbarnwell8099]

Which is better on a highway?

[@maurice5726]

I wanna have a Rebel someday

[@brownbearguitars3997]

I bet you’d love the feel of a Triumph T120, seems similar enough to the CL500. Curious of your thoughts on those. I almost bought one over the 1100, but I’m 5’6” and didn’t feel comfy on it as a daily rider. (Only have room for one bike)

[@LifeOfBurch]

T120’s are nice looking, but too “old man going to get tea and biscuits” for my personal taste if I’m being honest 😂 If I did get a Triumph I’d probably lean towards a Speed Twin 1200, Thruxton, or Scrambler 1200 🤔

[@brownbearguitars3997]

@@LifeOfBurch haha right on. I love the Speed Twin, that would be a good companion to my 1100 I reckon.

[@pocketlint82]

I have a 30in inseam and my trident has a taller seat than that scl. I can't flat floot both feet but find that 1 foot down is very comfortable. Just for anyone that really likes the scl but is worried about the seat height

[@PSNteam501]

No discount code for Coffman's website 😭

[@DsanRides]

The SCL just looks cooler. More sporty looking. The rebels look like they’re trying too hard.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Yes the SCL’s vibe is way more my style! 🙌🏻🤘🏻

[@avidoutdoors1653]

Funny how I feel more comfortable on the Rebel than the CL and I am 6'2".

[@bikerbeliever8169]

The scl500 is more versatile and for normal sized people gonna be more comfortable on longer rides for your hips and knees. I'd take the scl for myself.

[@blkacdevl2517]

I'm 5'9 but have a 30 in inseam 😞

[@_nopestr]

The engine is the same, but aside from the cat, I'm pretty sure the cams are different too. Can't find the exact specs on the cams, but the OEM part numbers are different. That might explain slightly different power figures and sound.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Yea it looks like the SCL shares cams with the CB’s and not the Rebel. Interesting that Honda wouldn’t make note of that anywhere. All they say is the SCL is “Featuring the hugely popular and always-ready-to-deliver Rebel 500-based engine”. You’d think they’d word that differently if those cams made any difference 🤔

[@_nopestr]

@@LifeOfBurch Maybe marketing decided the difference is not that important. And yes, the gearing is different - rear sprocket on the SCL is one tooth larger. Rear tire circumference is pretty much the same, so it's not for that. Oh, and the intake is different too.

[@karlfonner7589]

A Honda CB 500 F would be a good answer also. Standard riding position with a 5 gallon tank. for me I like my little Kawasaki Z 400. For the most part, your motorcycles is going to be a grocery getter commuter. Go cheap at first.

[@Briansgate]

"it depends"

[@Geshmaal]

I'm 6'2 and the Rebel 500 feels absurdly low to me. I think the Rebel only really makes sense for short riders, the CL is generally more versatile and a more "standard" bike.

[@MotoDash1100]

Hehe, I just realized.. we need an SCL650 that has a 6gal fuel tank, and either a highly fuel efficient twin, OR a beefed up for reliability single cylinder like a XR650 has. If there was an SCL650 with a proper fuel tank size for "scrambling"/lightweight ADV style trips, Honda would have a true contender to rival the KLR650.

[@LifeOfBurch]

There are a lot of bikes that I could see being compared to the SCL500…and I can’t say that I’d imagine either the XR650 or the KLR650 ever being on that list 😂 It would be rad to see an SCL with the Transalp’s new 750 though I think! 😳

[@MotoDash1100]

@LifeOfBurch oooh there ya go. And yeahno, SCL500 and KLR650 don't compare head to head at all. But same reasons to like the KLR650 can be found (almost) in an SCL500, seat height, LED headlight, high mounted exhaust, decent-enough ground clearance, quiet when idling, and dead reliable (I think SCL500 runs the Rebel 500 engine just tuned differently, I might be wrong though). But really.. I just want Honda to release a bike with EFI, 5+ gal fuel tank, and NOT 1000cc+ heavy bike like Africa Twin. So hey.. a road-oriented version of the XR650L engine but with EFI and a decent fuel tank size and hey... KLR650 finally has true competition. (T7 is not in same price market, XR650L last I checked still runs a carb, DR650 runs a carb, and iirc none of those bikes have 6 gallon fuel tank stock)

[@BrianSmith-ql5nj]

Very different

[@MrGlennFrank]

I'm guessing a video on the Talaria XXX is in the works?

[@LifeOfBurch]

Maybe…I don’t know 😂 There’s not many mods for it and no trips I can do on it until I get a truck to bring it somewhere worth filming, so not sure what to film with it. I mostly use it as an in-between going from my house to the garage. I love it, just not sure what’s there for content right now 🤔

[@MrGlennFrank]

@@LifeOfBurch Yeah I didn't do much to mine other than tires, bars and pegs.... oh and a governor on off switch. Got a 'fake' state license plate off amazon saying CLS3EV (class 3 electric vehicle) to lower my chance of issues when riding on the road. I'm luckily only 1 mile from the entrance to the state forest, so it gets a lot of light trail use.

[@user-dv7hb2sc9m]

Considering things like the headlight/blinkers or taillights aren't gonna make/break a consideration towards a purchase being that buyer's seem to wanna change the blinkers/tail package a lot of the time. As for the headlight, I'd prefer the old style & then if I'm changing to LED it's gonna be less on the electrical system. IDKnow this but when a manufacturer installs LED's from the factory using a lot less amperage in the system I think they might give you a smaller alternator to cut some costs? Anyone know if this happens w/ the large Motorcycle Corporations? I like the "bobber" look but if ya change that rear fender & get into rain I'd hate the wet ride you might get? Or if I had bikes like you, falling from heaven... lol, I'd ride my Scrambler on sunny days only, yeah!

[@LifeOfBurch]

Interesting points! I’d never thought about the possibility of how different the electrical systems could be on the gen 1 vs gen 2 because of the LED’s 🤔 But yea, any of the fender-less bikes are reserved for days where the forecast says 100% sunny!! 😂

[@user-dv7hb2sc9m]

I actually came across some boys who found that out & they had to purchase stronger electrical components to power the stuff they wanted but that made me wonder b/c Manufacturers will cut anywhere they can & since an LED setup uses a lot less electric/amps I can see them using an alternator that just produces what it needs?? I digg the shows even though I ask strange cH!T..... ya'll be safe out there & I'll see ya next time, Lord willing!

[@michaelsloane1034]

Question are you able to pass emissions with the coffmans slip on and do you have to put the baffle back in for emissions test

[@LifeOfBurch]

We don’t have emissions testing on bikes here, but I don’t see why it wouldn’t pass either way since the cat is still in place 👌🏻

[@michaelsloane1034]

@LifeOfBurch I finally got my ninja 1000sx coffmans looks great on it but I am surprised coffmans made this differently than most I think and definitely different ilthan my fjr one you can't just slide out the baffle you have to take the screws out of the tip so so far I left it in but I do want to eventually take it out

[@michaelsloane1034]

@LifeOfBurch since they sponsored your video I was thinking about messaging the owner cause he gave me his cell number to tell him that I purchased coffmans based off your videos to give you support

[@michaelsloane1034]

Do you have an email I wouldn't mind sending you a Pic of my coffmans on my ninja 1000sx if you want to see the looks

[@LifeOfBurch]

@@michaelsloane1034 did you already confirm with Coffman’s that it’s made differently? Seems strange that they’d change their entire design just for one exhaust. I’d hate to have you accidentally take apart more than necessary.

[@ZinoAmare]

Indian 101 scout 😎

[@AnthosKlox]

CB500F is my choice...

[@chrissinclair8705]

I know EXACTLY what I'd buy. I'd buy a liquid cooled parallel twin 500cc motorcycle....wait...what was the question? Sorry, I did a lot of bath salts this week.

[@leeinwis]

No reviewer mentions the odd sized tires on the Rebel and the problems that can cause..

[@gerardoantonio9001]

That coffman for a fraction??. Dude two brothers complete set-up is 600$ canadians and that little coffman is 600$ as well with 50% less size .

[@pheonix2160]

Why aren’t you going after that Indian RTC. ??

[@LifeOfBurch]

Cause I’m BROKE 😂

[@crypto_que]

Skip both and get a Sportster. People outgrow these little bikes so fast after spending so much money on them.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Meh. Sportsters are heavy, slow, and expensive.

[@AyaWetts]

lol... hopefully that was a joke.... a Sportster... lol, no way.

[@BraindeadRacoon]

Dog what

[@user-bd8je6cb9z]

Honda makes excellent machines.. but you can keep your one lung Chariot 😅.. not a fan of one lungers 😊

[@dinospumoni8860]

Buy the scl500. Between a rebel 300 or 500 the 500 isn’t worth the extra cost for 10 mph more top speed, and is just a compromise since the rebel 1100 has been out.

[@LifeOfBurch]

In what world does a Rebel 500 only have 5mph more top speed than a Rebel 300?! 😳 Luckily for you, one of my future videos is going to be a 300 vs 500 vs 1100 speed/power test to really show the differences 😁🤘🏻

[@joshuachristiansen2626]

im with ​@@LifeOfBurchon this topic, The 500 has a higher top speed and going to be significantly quicker getting there then a 300 is.

[@KrautsAndRusskies]

5 mph? You literally just made that up. The 500 can easily overtake on the highway, and the 300 can't even keep up with normal traffic on the highway imo

[@dinospumoni8860]

Rebel 300 top speed is 86mph and rebel 500 top speed is 96, my bad 10 mph top speed difference. Again the juice isn’t worth the squeeze. At the end of the day the rebel is in its best form as a 300 or 1100.

[@LifeOfBurch]

@@dinospumoni8860 I’m not sure where those stats are from, but that’s still just not true though lol the Rebel 500 will do over 100mph and has SUBSTANTIALLY more power getting up to highway speeds than the 300. The 500 will cruise on the highway at the 300’s top speed. It’s not even close. I think you’ll find my planned video super interesting because I plan to show differences in 0-60 as well as things like passing power on the highway 60-80 and such 👌🏻

[@milemilic4859]

5 2 3 4, how much is that for us aliens from Europe👾