REBEL1100: 2021 Honda Rebel 1100 // Passenger Seat Kit and Saddlebags

[@DanielSan-sw9px]

Guys, be very careful when screwing in the bolts for the saddle bag supports onto the frame, they strip very easy. I noticed when i took them off, once side came out easy the other had to put some effort. i might have to replace the entire Left frame as those have the holes for the saddle bag support, seat and rear cargo rack. I doubt it can be re-thread it or take the chance and put lock tight and hope for the best.

[@daverattle5636]

Thanks for that. I installed mine and didn't know the lining came out for cleaning or that the big bag would fit on the right side!!! Good to know!!!

[@jeffholthus2009]

Just learned the bag supports and bags are made by SW-Motech. The supports are their SLC supports, which are made bike specific. SW has the SysBag system of 10, 15, or 30L bags, the 10 and 15 of which fit the SLC triangle mount and also the legend series in black/brown or black/black. The legend series are basically a roll top like the Honda bags. The SysBags are a semi-rigid bag. Plus their Urban ABS bags come with the SLC mount integral. Check them out. Any of the SLC compatible bags also fit the Honda supports.

[@davidlowe7217]

This bike looks absolutely fantastic. Really loving that blacked out look.

[@RideAboutNow]

The Rebel is coming along nicely. Looks like a long trip is in the works with the Rebel in the future.

[@exeterinterception]

thankfully comes with the passenger seat in the uk but still got the brown extra thick front and passenger seat option

[@ksspang]

I think this might be an ideal setup. I don't think it'll look quite so nice with all the stuff on it but way more practical. I don't love the exhaust personally but if it's the difference between having full size bags on both sides I think I'm convinced. Can't wait to see when she's done thanks for the video!

[@roywalls5595]

I did same thing on my Piaggio I put in backrest on Kappa top case kit and thinking putting on Kappa saddlebags too but going to wait for a while till then! QM

[@SonyUSA]

Just got my passenger seat and pegs in and came with zero instructions... couldn't even find any online! Had to figure it out myself... Take off the seat and remove the storage bin (2 Phillips on the bottom and 2 pin release clips holding the plastic detail pieces, these are fake Phillips so be careful). Unclip the module from the left side and then reach underneath the frame bar and push the pin release clip holding in the plastic cover. Work around the cover until it's off (use your replacement cover as a reference for where it's clipped.) Un-bolt and put the peg bar into place and re-bolt with the same screws. Fenagle the replacement plastic cover into place (there is a notch hole you can line up you can see from under the seat area) and put the pin lock screw back in. Reclip the module to the new plastic cover and reinstall the under seat tray. The other footpeg is a no brainer and just replaces the bolt holding up the factory exhaust.

[@Xuepreme69]

nice glad it fits both side. i guess ite better to get the 14l bag instead if changing the stock exhaust.

[@davestraight8219]

and hearing you comment about the non white interior - you can buy those from kriega and others that do that kinda bag - friend has rip off ones called spada - will ask him if they come with liners

[@QuasiMotard]

Good tip! I'll look around for those bags to see if I can find some with the right dimensions. I'll probably upgrade these bags for the SW-Motech SysBag 15's to give me more space... and the semi-rigid shape will look better than the flaccid balloon appearance of these Honda bags. 😉👍 --QM

[@ict_onewheelbros950]

Maybe that leather loop is for tucking the slack when you cinch down the straps. I had to loose my Viking frame bag on my 2020 Rebel 500 due to passenger pegs. Very informative videos. Keep up the great work!

[@QuasiMotard]

Good tip, and thanks for the feedback! I'll see if the straps will secure through that middle loop at the bottom of the bag. Otherwise, I'll just add some elastic bands to tie up the slack. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@carlobighouse5434]

Looking good. Excited to see with the passenger saddle and back support

[@MJ-sp6pq]

But not on his bike bc he has the solo rack installed which is where the pass saddle and back would go. Unless I missed him say something about removal or on a different bike.

[@squidoo.]

Link to thread lock? Looks better than what I use. Looks awesome. Hoping I can use my own saddle bags once I get racks..

[@QuasiMotard]

That threadlocker gel is wonderful stuff: amzn.to/3dp7IQL . I just added the link to the video description as well... several other viewers have asked about it. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@irishrider7324]

Looks good so far! Looking forward to seeing more!! I have a 2013 Shadow, with Viking saddle bags…love it!

[@QuasiMotard]

I will be taking a break from the Rebel projects for a few weeks while I'm out on the Scooter Cannonball Run trip. The Rebel rides are just starting though... I'll be taking it on road trips and motocamping adventures later this fall! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@MissyMalaprop]

I'm still going to go for hard lockable leather covered bags... but those seem nice. Oh, some people want the passenger backrest just as a sissy bar without a backrest, might be why its separate.

[@QuasiMotard]

Ah, I didn't think about using the backrest as a sissy bar... good point! I'll be checking with the dealer when they open tomorrow to see if they just forgot my backrests or if they are still on backorder. I checked the order sheet, and I already paid for them! Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@GwenMotoGirl]

I have the lockable leather Viking bags. I really dislike them. My bags are on my Suzuki Savage. The features seem ideal - waterproof, strong Velcro closures front and back, leather, lockable, snap closures on the outside that can be secured further with a padlock. Why do I loathe these bags? It takes great effort to get the buckles unsnapped and then more effort to separate the industrial strength Velcro, and the tops don’t stay open. When they close on their own, the Velcro re-sticks,. requiring another great effort to separate the Velcro. Closing them up is equally frustrating because snapping the buckles closed isn’t easy, like the strap is a little bit too short, especially on the kickstand side where the bag is lower and harder to see the buckles. I need a 3rd hand to make getting in and out of these bags easier. I prefer my dirt cheap Amazon canvas throw over bags over these Viking leather bags. Good luck with yours. I’d at least choose something without the buckles.

[@MissyMalaprop]

@@GwenMotoGirl I don't really like any leather bags... I was referring to the hard "bags" they make that are not bags at all, but hard containers that open with a hinge and keylock, they just leather coat the outside on some models for looks, but you can get them in shiny or dull plastic finish too. I did end up putting them on, and they are great.... viking doesn't actually make any that work by default, so have to do some custom fabrication to make them mount.

[@andyc7516]

Great looking bike! That main seat looks different. Is the main seat a replacement of the original and if so is it an OEM seat or other brand? It seems to be taller as well.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks! That is the Honda "custom forward" seat from their accessory catalog ($99 USD): shop.powersports.honda.com/p/custom-forward-rider-seat-black . It has a more prounounced bucket that keeps the rider planted in the seat, and it's supposed to push the rider about 1" forward. I don't notice the forward push as much as the deeper bucket. This "custom" seat feels better for blasting around town and commuting, but I find that it focuses too much weight on my sit bones for touring. I switch back to the original (flatter) seat for touring, and I top it with an AirHawk Cruiser Large seat pad for more comfort: amzn.to/3Ll1Dod . That combo lets me ride for hours with minimal butt fatigue. So far, my longest day on the Rebel's saddle was 1263 miles in 19.5 hours: kzbin.info/www/bejne/opXTaKSmpbiIjaM . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@andyc7516]

@@QuasiMotard thank you so much for the details. It's greatly appreciated.

[@opichocal]

I don’t know how you manage to maintain/ride all those sweet toys. So much fun! Its hard for me to ride all my bikes twice a month because of work Your neighbors new fence is interesting 😁

[@QuasiMotard]

It can be a challenge sometimes to maintain all of my machines. The fence is a joint project... I had to pay for half of that neighborly barrier because the previous one blew down in a recent storm. 😉👍 --QM

[@michals1108]

UK's model are all with passengers seat as standard

[@weemark67]

I got these on my Rebel 500. If n when I purchase the 1100, I be taking them off. I just purchased, the SW-Motech mounts and 13.5 l saddlebags (legends) for my Meteor 350. The mounts are identical and have tried the Honda bags on the Meteor, and the SW-Motech bags onto the Rebel. Both fit, and click into place😊 In hindsight sight, I could have just purchased the mounts for my Meteor, and used the Honda saddlebags. I did a small video. Re scribed as the powers, must of unsubscribed me

[@weemark67]

Legends bag. But you mentioned this at end of your video. The Honda has a very useful carry handle. SW-Motech doesn’t. So am gonna use some waxed cord, and purchase a Velcro handle.😊 Love the look of the 1100. 😊

[@QuasiMotard]

Agreed. I like the Honda bag (still made by SW-Motech) for its handle and easier closure mechanism. The Legends bags are quite fiddly with the triple clasp-loop mechanisms. Unfortunately, both of these bags fall flat in terms of waterproofing... they are DEFINITELY not as good as roll-top drybags. I might try the SW-Motech SysBag WP series because they are reportedly "true" rollbags with waterproofing. I'm not sure how well the SLC adapter plates will work with them (might be too wide), but it's worth a shot. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@elm-neo]

What is the thread locker gel that you are using? Can you specify the brand and model?

[@QuasiMotard]

That is the Permatex 24010 Medium Strength Threadlocker Blue Gel, 10 g Gel Twist Applicator: amzn.to/35V9O6Q . I just updated the video description with links because several viewers have asked about that thread lock gel... it's great stuff! Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@IamHere2007de]

Nice bike. You are happy with it? You like the DCT?

[@QuasiMotard]

I've been riding "normal" motorcycles since I was 6 years old, and the DCT is a welcome change. The DCT's shift points are very good, and they happen when I would do it under most circumstances. There are a few circumstances where the computer will downshift unexpectedly or will hold gears too long. There was a brief learning curve to adjust my riding habits to work around those quirks... otherwise, it has been great! The rear suspension has been the only real letdown for the Rebel so far. I have adjusted the spring preload to minimize the harsh suspension action, but I will eventually replace the rear shocks with aftermarket shocks that are fully adjustable (preload and compression/rebound damping). Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@mrbreeze3071]

Hello there I was watching your video on your saddlebag mounting system and you say It's s w mototech that made them.I would like to know the number of the side brackets. I've been on the website and they don't have the rebel 1100 listed for the side bracket. So if you could Supply mototech's part number that would be very helpful.

[@QuasiMotard]

Honda has an OEM arrangement with SW-Motech for these parts, so I'm not sure if they are available direct or not. I am out touring the USA for another 3-4 weeks,so I'll take a look at these brackets when I return to Houston at the end of July. 👍 --QM

[@troyer481]

looking to get sw-motech Legend Gear side bag system LH2/LH1. Honda CMX1100 Rebel SC83 hard saddle bags but with 2 larger bags do you think that there will be any fitment issues?

[@QuasiMotard]

I know a few other Rebel 1100 owners that have the LS bags on their bikes. You should check out the channel @OnTheRebel11 to see a similar setup for that idea. The factory exhaust is the limiting factor on the right side, so you might consider upgrading to the Coffman's Thunder exhaust ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoqXaWBjlJalo9U ) or another aftermarket exhaust that gives more clearance. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@troyer481]

@@QuasiMotard thanks I follow both accounts just trying to decide which setup I want to go with I do plan on going with the Coffmans exhaust.

[@anxj6948]

Expecting a video of foot peg installation. Keep going!

[@anxj6948]

I just got the passenger seat and foot peg, and I have no clue on how to install the passenger foot peg on the left side...

[@mjw930]

Go online to the top link in the paper that came with the accessory. Then find the CMX1100 then download the instructions for the part. Don’t use the US link, they don’t have the CMX1100 in that section, go figure. Use this link. cssportal.css-club.net/honda/MCA/start.asp?GROUP=oth

[@anxj6948]

@@mjw930 Thank you for your help, Mark. I used US link, and it took me to the accessory web with no instructions. I was confused but now I get it😮

[@35degreesinthailand]

Would this work with two small bags instead? Order two small (right) bags and then L/R bracket. Just swap position of the silver colored screw?

[@QuasiMotard]

Yes, that would work just fine! You can also use any of the other SW-Motech SLC bags like the Legend or SysBag series. Just check the height to be sure that they won't have clearance issues with the exhaust. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@35degreesinthailand]

@@QuasiMotard Thank you so much for your reply :)

[@davestraight8219]

NICE HARLEY M9!!!! '(kidding) friend has just bought a 500 version as a surprise for his missus hopefully after she passes her test in august - and it has a seat on it already are they all extras on the cmx and is the pad the same? 6kg limit (wont be pound surely) when you can pillion hahahahaha thats just nuts

[@QuasiMotard]

I think the seat might be different on the 1100 vs the 500, but the backrest pad and panniers are the same. The pannier supports are probably a different fitment because Honda didn't have any of them in the USA for months... other CMX500 parts were already in stock. 👍 --QM

[@AnthonyLongTran]

NICE! Loving the content dude! keep it up!

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the feedback! 😉👍 --QM

[@ryanlopez18]

Hey quasi! Are these bags interchangeable throughout the rebel line up?

[@theaverageoffroader]

Hey I just ordered the honda saddle supports for my 2022 rebel 1100. Are supports universal? Will any saddle bag fit on any supports or do I have to get specific ones????

[@QuasiMotard]

The Honda bag supports are specific to the SW-Motech SLC bags (e.g. LC1/LC2, SysBag, etc). You can shop RevZilla or other resellers for a selection of compatie SW-Motech bags ( www.revzilla.com/search?_utf8=%E2%9C%93&query=sw+motech+slc ). You could also buy a pair of SLC adapter plates to modify other bags to fit the SLC pattern (3 quick-detach bobbins in a triangular formation). Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@theaverageoffroader]

@@QuasiMotard like the supports I buy from honda themselves will fit the sw motech bags? Or because I bought honda brand supports I have to buy honda brand bags? Sorry lol

[@QuasiMotard]

@@theaverageoffroader Yes, the bag supports from Honda are manufactured by SW-Motech, and they have the SLC mounting pattern. You can use any of the SW-Motech SLC-compatible bags or the Honda-branded ones (also made by SW-Motech) on the Rebel as long as you have clearance above the exhaust on the right side (might need to use a smaller/shorter bag unless you upgrade to a shorter aftermarket exhaust). 😉👍 --QM

[@artiecisneros4691]

Great setup, thanks for sharing.

[@veiledallegory]

I’m not sure you put enough loctite on those bolts! 😂😂😂

[@rosalieboring7077]

I live in Santa Fe, TX, I45 south. I have been trying to order parts for my 1100 from mancuso, help, they don’t know anytjing or return calls! Who did you order your parts from? I could use an alternative dealer. Thanks, i’m Dallas, Rosalie is my wife.

[@JuNe-uk6iv]

God DAMN that bike looks good. I'm gonna go and get one now.

[@NinjaTakesBus]

Would you know if this works with the 17-20 models as well? (Bags)

[@QuasiMotard]

Yes, the bags have the same part numbers across the latest models of the Rebel 300/500/1100, so they would be interchangeable: - 08L05-K87-A31 : SADDLEBAG, LEFT (14L) - 08L04-K87-A31 : SADDLEBAG, RIGHT (10L) The saddlebag mounts for the 300/500 are different than the 1100... presumably because of the different rear fender and rear shock offset. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@dave5880]

Looks like you need to sharpen that knife. Let me know if you want to sell that back rack now that you have a seat.

[@xXstillwaterXx]

Will this work with the burly brand sissy bar

[@codkillcamsmobile3555]

Where did you get the passenger seat from? 🤷‍♂️ great video 👍🏻👍🏻

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the feedback! I ordered all of the accessories direct from my local Honda shop. We received a few items many weeks ago, but shipments have been very slow. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@roywalls5595]

Thanks for the video! QM 🍺

[@wwanabdullah]

I liked honda because they are concern about passenger seat..

[@MrGeati6783]

Just wanted to comment to put your knife down when you don't use it, before you stab yourself...and then you name it yourself. :D Nice bike and accessories btw, maybe my next purchase in 2022.

[@TheBlackcell10]

Lack of discipline with that knife triggers me lol

[@longflyer63]

👎

[@QuasiMotard]

Why a thumbs down?

[@longflyer63]

@@QuasiMotard these are much better kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZqWppuhp6hlf7M

[@grzegorzhoffmann6510]

Boczne sakwy porażka optycznie.Lepszy wyjdzie pomysł własny na zaczepy innych firm taniej wyjdą skórzane dorobionym zamkiem