Let's be honest, I've had the rebel 500 for a while now! So here is my honest thoughts about the bike! Like, Comment AND SUB! Join the DISCORD! / discord #honda #motovlog #rebel500
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@bradroddenham63705 ай бұрын
Don't know that I miss a tach. I learned to drive a stick in a '76 Gremlin with no tach, and I've found with the rest of my manual cars later in life I really never learned to pay attention to it, I just learned to drive by feel. For the Rebel, there's plenty of aftermarket mods that can improve most of those complaints you brought up. Mine, I put red dragon forward controls to move the foot controls forward 6 inches (15 cm), a Puig semi fairing for the wind, couple of saddle bags and top case for storage, grip puppies that slid right over the stock grips and made them perfect, Givi engine guards, and replaced the stock seat with a mustang seat. Now the only long drive limitation is the fuel tank size, not sure I want to mess with that yet. I'm a lot older than you, so for me the power is right in the range I feel comfortable with, I'm not looking for speed records getting from A to B, I just want to get out on a nice day and take a leisurely cruise to take in the countryside. I can easily see myself riding this bike until I'm too old for the saddle.
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
The rebel certainly does it all rather well tbh, and for aus theres no need for huge power realistically cuz hwy patrol are asses sometimes hahaha
@TonyN4915 ай бұрын
The 500 was a good starter bike for me. Like you said, everyone eventually figures out what kind of rider they are, and starting out on an inexpensive motorcycle that can do a lot of different things is a great way to discover yourself. I still have the Rebel but I got a Tiger 900 not long after... and then I saw a used Speed Twin with low miles for what seemed like a good price, so I couldn't pass that up. I guess I'm still discovering myself... 😆
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
It's a fun journey
@CaloyEditsАй бұрын
Napapaswindle ka paminsan eh noh galing mo tol
@beauspencer72035 ай бұрын
Perfect video for rebel riders 👊🏻. Loved it. Cheers.
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
Nw lad!
@hughftw19955 ай бұрын
Great learner bike when i've ridden it, honestly fantastic starter bike, wide front tyre (matches rear) makes the turn in in corners feel extremely smooth, weight is low to the ground so it feels planted, good for shorter riders as well cause it's a cruiser platform (lower to the ground in general), power is fine, like all cruisers, not huge amounts of power but plenty for the bike. Does everything well, but nothing unbelievably, but keeps you out of trouble more often than not. Bread.
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
Definitely
@jeremymckiel6583Ай бұрын
I just signed for a 2024! Super excited just waiting for the phone call to say it’s ready.
@sergeantwombatАй бұрын
Oh hell yeah dude
@folijason70515 ай бұрын
I have a 500 and it’s the best bike a beginner can get and handle very well. The rear suspension is my challenge on bad roads. But great bike
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
ah yes it do be a bit how do ya do hey
@philipj.chircop3905Ай бұрын
Not only for beginners
@Jimeoin3515 ай бұрын
Can't wait to get mine fixed, regoed and get my ticket. (Bought one that's been for a slide)
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
Slides not the worst at least
@rahulvlogsxd5 ай бұрын
Can you make a video on your recording gear and how you set it up?
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
I can get around to it eventually :)
@lesgillard9855 ай бұрын
Does everything well, but excells at nothing? Love the sound of a 180 crank 🎉
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
I meant to say does it good but nothing well hahaha im pretty sure i corrected myself
@TheBrcko15 ай бұрын
Hey I was wondering what exhaust it is. I did not watched whole video sorry if u already mentioned it.
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
Two bros comp s
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
Surely sub for that? 🤣
@TheBrcko15 ай бұрын
@@sergeantwombat sure brother
@zerodqkov3415 ай бұрын
Will the Rebel be fitting to a 185 cm tall guy ?
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
It will but id recommend buying a forward control kit as well
@zerodqkov3415 ай бұрын
@@sergeantwombat thanks for the advice, cheers :) !!
@morphilou784 ай бұрын
How tall are you ?
@sergeantwombat4 ай бұрын
5"9
@morphilou784 ай бұрын
@@sergeantwombat do you think for someone 6.4 it will suit me ? I will change to a forward control kit ! And a better seat when i will buy it
@sergeantwombat4 ай бұрын
@@morphilou78 get a forward control kit
@rosi61442 ай бұрын
Change camera direction slowly instead of fast, you're giving people headaches
@sergeantwombat2 ай бұрын
Friend, i cannot just slow down my natural way of looking around
@sergeantwombat2 ай бұрын
@@rosi6144 eh I'm not in a rush for fame 😅
@GaijinGamerGirl5 ай бұрын
Discriminates and targets people in his discord server
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
Please elaborate how anyone was targeted in my server when you came in an started advertising your stream. I only deleted it cuz thats not cool to do.
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
In fact, all other messages are still visible to anywho joins the server that clearly shows no discrimination towards anyone :) please cease these childish antics when i was nothing but nice towards you thank you :)
@christopherperry44375 ай бұрын
She's an idiot
@davidrochow93825 ай бұрын
With the speed limits and fines in Australia a 500 is more then big enough. I love the look of these. I got done on an Adelaide road nearly four years ago doing 69 ,trying to catch up with some people, in a 60 km zone and got a $210 fine and lost 2 points and the guy in front of me got done for ten kms over and he got a $420 fine and 3 points.
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
CALM DOWN THERE SIR! 9 WHOLE KILOMETRES OVER THE LIMIT YOU GOD DAMN ANIMAL
@stratrovarius5 ай бұрын
Great honest review. 20 minutes passed like 5. Thanx.
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
Cheers 😀
@stratrovarius5 ай бұрын
@@sergeantwombat Cheers indeed.
@Kaleb.R5 ай бұрын
I wanted a Rebel 500 as my first bike but got a used 06 Honda Shadow 750 instead. I did see a Rebel 500 out in the wild the other day, it is a nice-looking bike.
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
Shadows are sexy bikes too! We cant ride a 750 for first bikes in aus so cant even if i wanted to 😂
@Kaleb.R5 ай бұрын
Yea, it’s crazy what you can start on here in the US. The shadow 750 is pretty tame though for a 750 as long as you ride with in your limits like most bikes. It’s easy to maneuver too. Main draw back is it’s slow, but it is a cruiser after all. I love it, I will probably keep it even after moving on to other bikes.
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
cruisers prices will go up n up but they will always be tractors in terms of speed haha
@jack-kun3815 ай бұрын
Where did you buy those grips and the seat? and what exhaust are you using? the bike looks beautiful
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
Stock seat for s edition, two bros comp s exhaust and vans grips off amazon!
@hunner5622Ай бұрын
WHAT THE FUCK IS A KILOMETER
@sergeantwombatАй бұрын
🦅🦅🦅
@ryanmedina29885 ай бұрын
Love your videos brotha. Best motovlogger of the generation
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
Cheers homie!
@markjackson85255 ай бұрын
I understand that the 500 is a good learners bike, I have sat on one and love the seat height, I can flat foot it and throw my old leg over the seat easy. Tried to get on the cb125f and couldn't get my leg over. Ducks disease, 27" (685mm inseam) 😂. Any idea on how well the 500 would handle the NSW M.O.S.T. test? Good review.👍
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
Itd do it all just fine lol
@theorangegrape2068Күн бұрын
now the question is... do i trade my current only car (2011 pos 190k miles honda civic EX) for a 2019 honda rebel 500 13k miles... i mean my wife has a car too i still need a m1 license though never riden before applied to the dmv lol
@sergeantwombatКүн бұрын
Bike is life
@coryward78914 ай бұрын
My first bike 45000 kms later and no dramas at all
@sergeantwombat4 ай бұрын
Treat her well and she takes care of you
@juanvillalobos4754Ай бұрын
It’s a cruiser bike. Meant for people in the city “experience” real riding. It is what it is.
@sergeantwombatАй бұрын
Cruisers are meant for them long distance experiences. The rebel is definitely a commuter over a real cruiser lol
@HAMILTONPROVIDEOАй бұрын
What are your thoughts on ABS. Some people find the stopping power mushy.
@sergeantwombatАй бұрын
Id rather have it then not have it but the rebels brakes are pretty eh at best anyway... cant buy new bikes in aus without abs anymore unfortunately
@marcuzbiladeras99073 ай бұрын
NICE BIKE MATE!
@sergeantwombat3 ай бұрын
Cheers mate
@philipj.chircop3905Ай бұрын
After 1400km had to replace rear tire and chain!
@sergeantwombatАй бұрын
I replaced my chain at 24,000kms lol, my rear tyre needs to be changed again tho
@MKBENTOT2 күн бұрын
I put 1.5 inch bar risers , 100$ Amazon seat , way more cushion and forward controls and the bike feels a lot more like a proper cruiser now. Also chains are better for performance , belts are less maintenance but you actually loose power delivery with a belt opposed to chain.
@sergeantwombat2 күн бұрын
Im aware of the benefits of chains but like... shes a cruiser lol
@MKBENTOT2 күн бұрын
😂 sorry. Your accent tripped me up. I thought you were saying chain aren’t as good for power delivery. My bad. Good vid mate!
@sergeantwombat2 күн бұрын
Ive never once been told my accent is difficult that's funny as to me hahahah that's all goods mate :D
@Tobias6115 ай бұрын
Great video, love the attitude and style! Packed so much information that I had to watch it twice, though I don't think you mentioned how tall you are? Especially when talking about the seating position, as lots of people say that the legs get cramped after 2-3 hours if you're a taller rider.
@sergeantwombat5 ай бұрын
Oh whoops! Im 5"9 footpegs are defo a little cramped for super tall but red dragon makes forward control kits!
@indiafloАй бұрын
The tiny p*nis part sold me the bike lol, I have yet to pass the license here in France but I always wanted to ride a cruiser since I was a kid. that’s the only kind of bike that I want, I want it to chill, to enjoy the road. I was wavering between this one and the Kawasaki Eliminator 500 but I think the rebel 500 will be my first bike once I get the licence ^^
@sergeantwombatАй бұрын
The eliminator is kawasakis cheap copy of the og 😅
@denimchicken8874 ай бұрын
Im buying one of these next weekend in the USA. Your videos made me decide to do it thank you.
@sergeantwombat4 ай бұрын
Ayyyy, i expect a pic in the discord!
@ayegotit36712 ай бұрын
I have been leaning towards this bike as my first bike. Your video here has me leaning even more. Good videos too. New Subscriber.
@sergeantwombat2 ай бұрын
Cheers mate! Go get one!
@colegcraven4 ай бұрын
What are your thoughts on the Rebel 500 (Manual) vs 1100 (DCT) as a first bike?
@sergeantwombat4 ай бұрын
500 is more manageable with less chance of error. Id not get a dct at all lol unless you're unable to ride a manual but also. Get a normal bike first before you succumb to a dct
@chrismclean23663 ай бұрын
you ffilmed this near me lol you rode past my apartment building xD
@sergeantwombat3 ай бұрын
Hah! Love seeing local peoples recognise places!
@andrewwatson55452 ай бұрын
You've just made this Scottish lad decide to get one. Bloody beaut of a bike
@sergeantwombat2 ай бұрын
Fuck yeah, i expect a pic on discord or insta when you get it!
@carlsoriano53994 ай бұрын
What kind of gear are you wearing? I like your gloves and jacket
@sergeantwombat4 ай бұрын
The gloves are thinsulate i think? Leather jacker is from bikersgear aus :)
@MrBlack-wt5er4 ай бұрын
She was jealous that you have a honda rebal and she doesn't.
@sergeantwombat4 ай бұрын
Ofc hahaa
@sharkpyro93Ай бұрын
would be the perfect bike for me but it sounds horrible and good slip ons are illegal in europe, the ones that are legal barely change the sound
@sergeantwombatАй бұрын
slip on's are barely legal anywhere haha, a good baffle makes a difference and can make a sewing machine sound good!
@sharkpyro93Ай бұрын
@@sergeantwombat this is only the case with the rebel for some reason, other bikes have a wide variety of legal slip ons that comepltely change the sound for the better, seems like the honda 500cc is hard to make its sound good, its literally the only thing that keeps me from buying it, the stock one make it sound like a moped
@sergeantwombatАй бұрын
@@sharkpyro93 im sure theres a few out there, remember the 180° crank is very bland anyway for sound