New 2025 Honda Rebel 500 & 1100 Updates Announced: 9 Things To Know!

[@adiohead]

Bet the 500 is a fun little cheap starter bike. Shame they didn't give it a proper new dash like the 1100.

[@woodyjag3398]

I’m struggling to get past the tank position / angle

[@jlrutube1312]

That's my favorite thing about the bike.

[@woodyjag3398]

@@jlrutube1312 Each to their own I guess but I hate it 😀

[@saltaireorangebicyclechopp8555]

Me too, all these years and you'd have thought you'd get used to it, one of the ugliest bikes ever to my eyes. 😁

[@davidpersson986]

Agreed

[@marius93]

Same. Im 193cm and its just to small for me

[@OsimToczek]

I love changes made for 1100! All the cons i had for this bike seems to be worked on. I'm still not 100% sure I will buy one next year, but i'm close to that decision.

[@bcab7955]

Yeah, looks solid. I heard the ergonomics were a bit odd when the 1100 was first released and looks like they addressed it.

[@greatbigeye2506]

Good changes to the 1100 to make it a little more comfortable. I put 4” Rox bar risers, T-Rex foot peg extenders, and a Corbin seat on my ‘21 and now it’s quite comfortable for my 6 foot body.

[@urbanstrencan]

Was actually really surprised how good Rebel 1100 rides , nice updates by Honda to make it even better 😊❤

[@gsin311]

It's a shit bike in terms of ergonomics. Had one for 3 years and had to get rid of it. Dct is pretty bad as well. Unless you have arthritis I wud recommend to get the manual

[@lukefish7562]

Appreciate ya Bob! 🏍️💨

[@Paco_Gaepedores]

Looks awesome woohoo 💪 ❤️ Merry Christmas from Los Angeles 🇺🇸

[@colingoldthorpe5918]

They need to rotate the radiator and take the exhaust down both sides of the rear wheel on the 1100 Rebel. The current layout just does not look good for adding hard bags. Everything just looks off on this bike. They really need to look at the Indian Scout/Springfield layout to sell more of these.

[@jlrutube1312]

Yes, it could look a little better but it's more expensive to get the Springfield type of look. I think Honda wants to give you good performance in a cruiser at a fairly cheap price point.

[@Richard-l7r8t]

Any news on the CL750/GB750 ?🤞

[@MotoVania]

I feel like that would be a great move, that 750 engine is so good

[@morbid1.]

I really wish Honda gave option of more bobber style rear fender (similar to indian) and some mini apes...

[@kur3922]

I still have my eyes on the (new) Scout. Will try this one for sure but i'm not convinced by this news...

[@OldWizard1066]

I have the Rebel 1100DCT and I agree about the low speed handling. It is always a bit challenging pulling up to a gas pump. It is even more challenging doing a tight radius U-turn. Throttle control is touchy. When you take off in a tight space requiring a turn, keep feet down. Other than that I love the bike overall.😎

[@EvanEdwards]

Which is odd, as people often say to use the rear brake at low speeds, which would keep your feet up. I have been waiting on the 2025 announcement to get one. I half thought it would be another "nearly identical" model and I'd just get a 2023/2024 sitting in a dealership. Turns out, it's worth it. Especially since I had sat on one with a forward control kit and thought it would be necessary given my height. I'll have to give the new triangle a go before modifying.

[@motovlogjoni]

yeaah as Evan said use your rear brake.. it makes a big diference during low speed

[@castiel784]

The price is advertised on the french website 🙂 thanks for the video ! Cheers

[@christopherdimotsis1024]

Would be great to see the 500 get a 270 degree crank like the 1100. More torque in the low and mid range and a sweeter exhaust note if you change the muffler

[@pizzaburste1010]

if there was another brown rebel s 500, i would buy that bike for sure

[@937Stig]

Yes! That color was 🔥

[@edwinbrown3303]

I'm interested in this platform, your a good salesman

[@ianhalliwell8604]

Recently changed my GoldStar and looked at the Rebel 500 and the Eliminator SE 500 which i bought because I think its a better all round bike, which was a bit of a surprisebecauseI'm a HONDA fan boy. .

[@nicholaskalogris9985]

Great buying information!

[@lardus8614]

I really like that blue on the 1100

[@mr1bienvenu1]

How did they change the handle bars? Hopefully they brought them back and up 😎

[@jamessouthworth1699]

I have to admit I don't like the new dash. I'd rather have a pair of analog gauges for the speedometer and tachometer with maybe a small LCD displays at the bottom of each one with a few small tidbits of information like clock, engine temp, gear indicator, fuel gauge, and odometer. If there's enough room on the small display you can throw in the volts. I should count my blessings though... It appears at least they didn't make a throttle by wire yet.

[@blackbuttecruizr]

When will Honda bring the NT1100 to the US?

[@motovlogjoni]

i own a rebel 1100 2021... love my DCT.. hope someday they upgrade the rebel to a larger tank.. i believe its not enought

[@flatcapcaferacer]

I'd like to see what most bikes today who look like that were designed for good sound and styling. The school bus exhausts bikes get today is hard to unsee. Aftermarket exhaust are still available for a lot of models but even those are quickly being taken off tne market or muted.

[@BoyPenTa-o8b]

Hope they can improve suspension

[@McCoy.C]

I hope, they will put same speedometer to 500 like the 1100 and 270 degree crank on the 500 engine. That would make it perfect.

[@Big_Tyrone138]

I currently own a rebel 500. I was considering the 1100 in a few years, but after seeing the Royal Enfield classic 650, I am dead set on that.

[@aritradas7154]

there is absolutely no comparison between between RE650 and rebel 1100... the RE won't even be an upgrade for you...if you like the classic look go for the triumph speedmaster

[@BeniBen]

USA here wish the 500 will get the DCT or E Clutch

[@Coco-eg7vy]

Dct...impossible. e cluch...dificult

[@NicholasNormile]

A clutch isn't difficult to use, jeez

[@janks99]

I’ve got a 22 Rebel 1100. Bought it brand new. First thing I did was install mini-floorboards, then a power commander 6 , which REALLY helped. Upgraded to an ECU flash. Different bike now. This new TFT looks awesome, I’d swap it out

[@LizardMane]

Does the ECU make it go past 100 mph?

[@andrewwatson5545]

Ive seen another guy on youtube who did was in america but yes it went passed 100​@LizardMane

[@richardcerritelli9657]

How is the power of the line is it really fast on paper it looks kind of boring I know it's not going to be like my Hayabusa but does it have some zip

[@williamnewkirk6316]

I hope we Yanks get the same updates. I ordered an 1100T in October. Moving up(?) from a Ninja 650.

[@lukeoverthere1364]

I wish they’d put nicer looking stock exhausts on both models. Surely by now word must have got round to Honda that these are what let the looks down. I’ve had a 500 rebel for two years now. Swapped out the exhaust for a V&H which looked great but was too loud for me and the neighbours at 5am. Quickly put the stock one back on.

[@K1989L]

They are crazy cheap in the states! Here the 500 costs 9990€ and top of the line 1100 costs 19990€! We pay double for all the models conpared to US!

[@michaelphillips2079]

Seems they left the 300 Rebel out. I hope this isn't a prelude to being discontinued.

[@gelleganza]

Can I fit Rebel 1100 2024 Seats in the 2025 model?

[@ace100hyper3]

I don't like how they are further separating 1100 and 500. The former is a lot better with a better new screen, better pegs and bars position. The silver touring variant looks great, but its only available for 1100. Why? People have no problem touring on smaller bikes, they are just leaving it up to the aftermarket addons.

[@petersymons7817]

Thank you

[@RobVespa]

The new Rebels look nice, although I don't know why these bikes are branded as cruisers when they're really standards. Be nicer if they moved to belts or, better yet, shafts.

[@jlrutube1312]

My last two bikes were shaft. I hated that little bit of play in the works that shafts have which gives you that little bit of lash when you go on and off the throttle. I have a chain bike now and I am enjoying it more in spite of the extra work involved. Of course, if you let the chain get loose you will have the lash too. I had a belt bike once and it was probably the best of all options. You only have to replace a belt probably once or twice in the entire life of the bike. Plus it has no lash and no mess.

[@NoName-c4y7h]

73k miles on my Rebel 500, and still on the same battery.

[@drdoolittle5724]

1st time in 40 years I had to choose a non-Honda bike because of its cramped riding position, yep, big round of applause for the Vulcan 650 S 😁

[@MotoVania]

You think we’ll see a 1200 twin evolution of this engine for Rebel and AT some day?

[@Imurhuckleberry117]

Its not the carbon on your bike they pretend to care about & want to lower, eventually eliminate, its you, me, all of us!

[@j.d.thompson3505]

Would take it over a new HD.

[@martinsmith9054]

Still no twin front discs. Sad. Even the Honda 400 super four and CB500X have them.

[@maxunodecobre]

It seems ABS is gone in CMX500 2025 version.

[@sissydreams7494]

I’d buy the 500 if it dropped some weight and the gas tank was larger.

[@FrankValiente-ng4mk]

No, no sir if you rode rhe dct african twin the slow speed manuver can be achived, just coubter intuitive but is actuly easier. You geep your throutle constant rpm in drive or 1sr gear, and used the rear break to fthere the power in our out. Simple and sweet, you need to practice.

[@Geshmaal]

Both Rebels feel tiny to me, i could probably do with another 4" of seat height and a bench seat on the 1100. Basically I want a CL1100!

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Be nice if Honda considered "touring" to be something of actual mileage. Their tank capacity is 3.6 gallon. I'm sorry, but anything short of 17L isn't going to be too touring inspired. Other than that, happy to see they opened up the ergonomics somewhat. I've sat on the 1100 and I felt a little cramped at 6ft-2. For a cruiser motorcycle, this thing hits a lot of marks. It's quick to boot.

[@jjrebel2135]

Does the 1100 DCT have reverse for 2025? I've seen a few websites that say it does.

[@mikehurley5052]

Why would it?

[@jjrebel2135]

@mikehurley5052 goldwing DCT has it

[@mikehurley5052]

@@jjrebel2135 Because it weighs 2 ton.

[@sobedaytona]

Hopefully the simplified control pad will make its way to the Africa Twin…

[@mikehurley5052]

They should make a 750 Rebel, use the NC750 engine.

[@speaktruth247]

I wish they brought out a Honda Shadow with a bigger engine

[@brunopombo8579]

Still waiting for that rebel 750 with Nc's engine.

[@zelcpavle5494]

When will the Shadow come to Eu?

[@jimporter]

Probably never as not euro5 compliant. Honda doesn’t seem to have a will to make any of their old V4 engines euro5.

[@peanutpirate4622]

I want Honda to make a power cruiser so bad.

[@Xploder01111]

Bob, please revert back to wearing your cap properly, eventually the peak will just be pointing at the ceiling in every video. Love the content but there's been a marked change in cap angle in the last few months 🏍🧢

[@Chinekeh]

I know Social Media is a pool of negativity and chaos. But I have to ask Why do you care how a person wears their hat?

[@raphymartinez]

We all want to know why you care at all about how he wears his hat

[@Qbasz007]

Lol

[@VelkePivo]

OK, Karen

[@jlrutube1312]

@@Chinekeh I'm pretty sure he's just engaging in humor. Surprised you didn't realize that.

[@andras.89]

Design of the Rebel 500 is so off to me, I wish it looked more like the Keeway V302C. IMO that is the best looking "small" bobber, wish Honda's design would be more like that with 500ccm3

[@adam346]

I like the fact they are adding the tft to all their bikes... cb300r update when?! Not that it needs it.

[@slowlong1709]

Cruise control also.

[@joshuathomas8529]

The problem I have with the rebel is its to short for a rider over 6 foot. If your close to or over 6 foot the best bike on the market is the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650.

[@Rayraysplums]

There's plenty of bikes out there for tall riders. Short riders it's very limited so count yourself lucky.

[@jlrutube1312]

@@Rayraysplums Yes, you are totally right. Probably 95% of bikes are for medium to tall people and short people like me have almost no options.... so finally a short bike like the rebel comes along and the tall people complain about it. If it was left up to them we wouldn't have any options at all.

[@Rayraysplums]

@@jlrutube1312 well said

[@jamessouthworth1699]

I would like to see Honda bring the CL300 to the United States.

[@carlosnoriega113]

Honda can you make a vtwin rebel bigger bagger for us bigger guys. Similar to the Kawasaki Vulcan voyager 😭

[@ArtHistoryNstuff332]

Not thrilled about the styling. The tank in particular. It looks weird, not just the shape, but the position as well.

[@JackMasterOfNone9200]

shame we cant get the orange color on any model.

[@Klooney9mm]

Never been the biggest fan of the 500 engine. They should consider stepping it upto a 750 model as the engines physically aren't any different in size. I've seen the Rebel 500 and Hornet 750 side by side. I personally think the Kawi Eliminator and CF 450 CLC have the Rebel 500 beat.

[@SimonRiley752]

CCP Moto doesn't have anything beat.

[@jlrutube1312]

Yes, I didn't buy the Rebel because the 500 was just a little too wimpy for my needs and the 1100 was more than I wanted, having the performance almost of a sport bike. If they had made a Rebel 750 I would certainly have purchased a Rebel.

[@mnap89]

CMX500 is very nice bike but it have few ergonomics issues. Seat is uncomfortable - not becasue hardness but shape. Second issue are pegs and exhaust - it is difficult to have comfortable position at stoplight - either exhaust or peg is in the way so you have to put leg much more outside which is strange and unnatural. They will not fix it with foam change... Otherwise very nice bike and engine - but becasue of this issues I much more preffer CB500F

[@dragonslayer1294]

I would have bought a rebel if they would’ve installed a dry shaft don’t want no chains

[@DB-sd3cw]

Another spec sheet read lmao

[@finnojk]

Sometimes I use it as background noise when doing chores

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Tell MBob what he should be doing instead. Don't be a peanut gallery.

[@DB-sd3cw]

@@exothermal.sprocket whoa settle down lil feller

[@carlosandleon]

what else cam you do with a press release?

[@UniversalBuilder]

Such a shame the 1100 isn't A2 compliant. Almost all Harley's softail lineup is A2 compliant, so are all the Indian scouts (aside from the 101). I'm getting into riding soon and I am NOT interested in smaller bikes like the 500 when there are options like the scouts and sportsters. Granted they cost more, but that's not really the point when you're looking for cruisers. What is the audience for this rebel 500 ? I have seen a few where I live and they all look so small and cramped. Not that the 1100 is that much larger but at least it doesn't feel like a toy (again, compared to the competition when you're looking for mid-size cruisers). And it has all the bells and whistles like DCT that the 500 hasn't. I thought Honda would take the chance of the update to make its bigger sibling also A2 as to offer something to grind. But no, you younglings should stick with bikes that can't go on the highway for more than a minute, unless you want to ride an ADV of course. Then, options are virtually unlimited. Sigh.

[@Hondadctrider]

Where do you get the idea that the Rebel 500 can't be ridden on the highway?

[@UniversalBuilder]

Well I've seen a few vlogs and reviews discouraging this. I suppose you mileage may vary depending where you're from, but in Europe a sustained 130 km/h on highways doesn't look like a pleasant ride, neither for the bike or the rider. You need a bit more oomph and comfort

[@ianmoone6562]

Some tuners claim the rebel 1100 at max throttle only signals 85% input, hopefully that limitation gets solved from factory. The top speed limiter it's another useless thing

[@petzkhie]

Rebel 500, do you still need your stock exhaust replaced before we can fit a paddock stand? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ or do you have an available connection for spool? Does your front tire still needs replacing to avoid wobble on above 80kph speed? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ still keeping those Dunlops huh

[@stalbansbiker]

What a strange looking bike

[@Jacob99174]

Can’t quite put my finger on it, but it does look a little odd

[@bmp72]

Still nothing about the NC750X. I had a dct in my old nc, slow speed maneuverability was no problem. The way people beat on this almost sounds like a ploy to discredit dct by other manufacturers.

[@jamessouthworth1699]

Throttle by wire is a hard NO for me

[@jackgibson2697]

Lost me with the ass dash on the 500 unfortunately

[@Jacob99174]

GD that was perfectly named

[@davidjones535]

Hay Honda stick with the old bash on the 1100 not everyone was born after 2000 or want a tablets on there bikes !

[@glowingbunny5865]

Such a great upload with all the usual M.Bob refinements. But…please…traction control on a frickin 500cc custom? Makes this viewer cast his mind back to the year 2000 and jumping from my Hayabusa to a Suzuki TL1000, ripping the guts outta it and thinkin it was gutless? Halcyon days - limited nannying electronic interference, non existent phone connectivity and, most of all, not a soddin hint of an automatic ‘box…🤦🏻

[@okanaganrider4332]

I test rode one. Hard rear shocks. And all black just looks cheap in my opinion.

[@Scape974]

Somehow here in france the 2023 ans 2024 models for the 500 were sold at 7200 euros, and the 2025 one is now at 6500 euros with all the upgrades, i don't understand Honda glad i didn't buyed one this year

[@Coco-eg7vy]

This high exhaust is uncompatible neither with medium or big sidecases...nor me.

[@1AverageGamer]

Unless we see a Rebel 750 it is not worth it

[@Paijo_Supaijo]

Hear hear...

[@valyriansteele]

Can you explain why? I'm still new

[@josegimb7220]

What about the fuel tank ? No increased capability? No upsidedown fork? Again, Honda is reaching only the 50% of the job needed. It is a pity.

[@bobritter7197]

Love the 500 but the 1100 just looks all wrong to me. I know I'd love it if I rode one, but as a matter of taste... I'd love it if they stuck the hornet/transalp 750 engine in the 500 set up with just a suspension upgrade, but the same look. That would be a "forever bike".

[@diobrando19]

Still waiting for the Honda Rebel with DCT.

[@corujariousa]

Only if those bikes were not so ugly... Damn it, Honda!

[@speaktruth247]

They look way better in person. I finally saw one in person the other day, and it looked way nicer than seeing them on the internet

[@921CustomWorks]

Honda Rebels or Harley Rebels😂

[@josef2158]

This look just isn't appealing. The 250 Rebels were small and underpowered, but at least they looked elegant.

[@msd85TvT]

Dammit, just bought one a month ago….

[@midlife-crysis]

The 500mi can forgive, but the 1100 is terrible. Had one, reviewed it, hated it.

[@jimzenglish1]

The CFMoto 450CLC is better looking than the Rebel, has a nicer dash and is cheaper.

[@captainobvious5349]

If you're considering the 1100 DCT T Save a few more grand and get a real bagger You'll thank me later

[@stephenscharenguivel992]

Wow, so ugly,lift your game, honda..😢😢

[@Jonoman777]

Honda, what you doin? you dont make Harleys

[@dougsmith7580]

Too bad they didn’t update that butt ugly gas tank.

[@vladimirmalchev557]

Rebel and TFT LCD display + ton of electronics. There's nothing rebelious in this bike. Another modern toy for bored office workers

[@artboy1269]

this bike is just FUGLY! Sorry Honda, but cant get past how bad it looks.

[@kennethsanders2937]

What bike do you ride now?

[@Jacob99174]

@@kennethsanders2937he’s too busy riding to respond 😂

[@simplycdk]

Its subjective , so i understand how toy feel but I love the looks of this bike...and I have never heard anyone hating it. Plus if it helps .this bike is highly easily modifiable..with so many aftermarket mods !!

[@gonzalomarsilli5741]

I cant believe Honda cannot come with an exhaust prettier than that very ugly one, it is totally out of place

[@ingopaul67]

The Rebel is such an ugly bike, that tank is all wrong.

[@Boksburg1982]

These bikes are butt plug ugly. End of.!!

[@djangounhinged7634]

Rebel without a Soul ......... boring AF.

[@motoryzen]

Notice as usual and this according to this video ad is no exception that the idiots at Honda keep putting the controls as mid controls instead of front forward controls that way for anybody who has a leg insane length of longer than 28 inches he or she won't be freaking crap to hell and back. I speak from experience as my very first bite was the 2017 Honda Rebel 300. I would have rather and should have gone with Kawasaki Vulcan 650