2021 Honda Rebel 1100 DCT Review
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- For the longest time it seemed whenever Honda made a cruiser it was trying so hard to be a Harley-Davidson knock-off. Now, Honda's realized Harley buyers are just going to buy... Harley's. The 2021 Rebel 1100 is the new age of Honda "cruiser." It borrows the Africa Twin's engine, complete with DCT, but puts it in a frame that's unmistakably cruiser, yet undeniably Honda. Plus, there's cruise control!
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As someone who has Cerebral Palsy I can finally ride a motorcycle I'm so freaking excited!
Fellow palsian I am with you! Lol. I have a cm400a it's an old 1980 you only have to shift with your foot one time if you want to go above 50mph. But I'm looking to upgrade finally. If you want more options look up DCT (dual clutch transmission) bikes there are more than this!
That’s great news enjoy
Your gonna love this thing.
you should use the ctx700 as your starter. less power better starter bike, still has dct option. Plus it is well balanced and just runs.
Awesome
I’ve been “clutching” for over 4 decades and after I test rode the rebel 1100, I bought one. It’s natural to say you won’t consider one after always using a traditional transmission. My comment would be, when you combine the kind of riding cruisers are meant to do, along with the development work Honda’s put into this DCT system for the last decade, it’s an impressive system. If you get a chance you should at least take a ride. This is not a “scooter.” It has metal gears and a clutch operating 1st, 3rd, and 5th gear and a second clutch operating the 2nd, 4th and 6th gear. Four riding modes give you control over the key engine and control characteristics. As John Burns mentioned in the review, you can control the shifts “manually” with the paddles. The real difference for me then is that I can shift faster and smoother than I can on my traditional bikes.
Thanks John T for making the effort to explain DCT, but ... I can't do it, I tried it once and along with my negative prejudice, I just couldn't do it. In the back of my mind I'm thinking, _lazy, pussy, scooters._ I enjoy shifting and clutching and deciding when to do all that cool manly stuff. Heh-heh ... so sue me.
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I have a 2017 Africa Twin DCT and love the DCT. The only thing I miss is being able to pull the clutch in and coast when it suits me. I usually do that at low speeds and when slowing down and it makes the bike smoother and quieter than having the engine engage!
at this point Honda's DCT is just so good, perfect for cruiser, touring and adventuring.
I always say move with the time, progress with the tech.
For me DCT is the literally the meaning of cruisers, tourers and adv, focus on just the ride, let the machine do the job for you :)
I think I'm going to sell my 07 street bob and jump on that honda and goodbye old technology.......
@@DrBeastage exactly 👍👍
I love how Honda is doing their own thing.
they are big enough to do it ;)
If you don't like the video I can't do anything about that. We don't charge you a dime. That was freaking priceless. Love it
😂
It was, adore it
@@threethrushes You pay to use facebook?
@@patw9175 When you don't pay for a product, you are the product.
Love this guy!
I bought this bike in February, and I've been riding the wheels off of it.
It's a hoot & a half.
peace
The new crowd grew up with clutchless cars. Many do not want to deal with clutches. DCT will allow more riders into the motorcycle world. Just like powerful cars, manual transmissions slow the bike as the computer can shift faster.
I feel bad for the "new crowd" because unfortunately they are missing out on manual shift cars which can be a blast and now motorcycles. Some probably think they are easier to ride and in most circumstances that is probably true, but in slow speed maneuvers especially it can be a real hindrance. I saw a video of a slow speed class recently in which a student dropped his DCT Goldwing a couple times trying to do tight slow turns. He was not able to do the friction zone, rear brake technique that was being taught.
@@dgross2009 the truth is nobody needs that very slow techniques you just ride make turns nobody needs to ride extremely slow and do very tight turns. and if they do they just use legs , but I know what you mean I saw those videos especcially that one ex cop from NYC traffic unit.
Everyone has different needs and ride differently in different environments. As a Philly city rider I do slow speed maneuvers all the time. In fact I'm only starting to get proficient enough with my 600-700 lb bike after a couple thousand miles on this thing that I feel confident. I'll feel better when I can visit my sister on her dead end street and do a u-turn without duck walking. This is with a clutch on my 20 street bob.
@@dgross2009 I also have street bob I know how heavy they are and on top of that it's my first bike and sometimes I think I made a bad decision and I should get something around 500lbs like that honda dct.......
I cannot wait to get mine, I have the 300 and I'm outgrowing it FAST.
All the people complaining about the DCT have automatic cars and cant drive a stick even haha . Riding a motorcycle is fun and to each have their own taste . Dont hate and enjoy the ride
Hopefully it gets more colors for 2022. The current options are boring.
Instead of the DCT, it would be cool if Honda offered a Sport Clutch like what is found on their TRX250X ATV.
Thats so cute when said 'If you dont like the video I cant do anything about it', lol
Need to re-title this video, change from Review to Overview. not much info here
They make all kinds of add ons. Harley’s new Sportster should of done this especially with the DCT option
The reality of the Honda Rebel 1100 DCT ***BIG SCOOTER W/FEW GEARS***. For people with Arthritis and disabilities. Right to the point. God bless USA 🇺🇸
Im saving DCT till the day i cant use one of my limbs. Till then im going to enjoy manuals
Me too furthermore some testers noted on hills or sudden speeds DCT did not shift properly.They noted it lagged.Then you press a button to compensate.To me why bother just get the manual so you know its still a motorcycle and not a scooter
@@rubensahak9178 think they are trying not to put off Americans who cant “drive stick”
@@jbojason5312 True
The DCT is probably for women who for some reason are extremely hesitant to drive manual or for old people that don't want to have to worry about shifting. I hope it doesn't become a more common thing.
@@ChimkenNuggers in my experience as an instructor in the uk if a woman wants to ride a bike she wants to ride manual
these bikes make me wish I was in the US or other big country, my country is too small for cruisers.
I think this bike would look great as a bobber. Just deleting the rear fender would be enough.
Few things are glaringly negative.1 Chain drive? Why? Belt would of been much better.Now add chain sprockets cost replacement every 10k that's 600+with labor could be more.2 Not enough rear travel on suspension so expect to feel just about every bump.Passenger accommodations? on that tiny rear fender? with 3inch of travel on suspension?Dont think Honda want you to take anyone with you.So a cruiser that you can't comfortable take a partner missing the point of cruising.Other things are esthetics.Ugly tank, exhaust.
Honda is killing it with their excellent DCT
Honda and Yamaha both need to design better looking exhaust systems.
3:47 Indian Scout 60, HD 1200 Sportster? Triumph Thunderbird is a parallel twin, but it's 1600cc, and I think they stopped producing it.
Honda needs to step up their production, is not available anywhere.
That's for sure, tryed to buy a 1100 DCT AND NONE AROUND THE San Fransisco Bay area the local dealer won't even take a deposit and put me on a list and I want to pay cash!
Hopefully you can share more info aftermarket parts about this bike definetly new riders and ols riders like auto transmission... like the car right!!.
I would take the Africa Twin over this.
Bit more $$$ tho
I like this video THANKS
Hello Guys, does that bike vibrate alot at 80/90 mph.I am asking because i am riding royal enfield classic 350 2016 model.it is a single cylinder bike and does vibrate alot at 63 mph(100km/hr).First i was riding it locally but sometime i go highway, it not a highway bike . Too much vibration . I am planning to buy rebel 1100 .what will you guys recommend i want to use this bike for touring .i want to install saddle bags on it and travel Australian states.the reason to buy rebel 1100 is my height issue ,my height is 5'3".
Its a review with no exhaust sound showcase 🤦♂️
Exactly what i was thinking
Yeah, it’s a bummer that Honda didn’t provide any engine sound with the video from the introduction.
There are a handful of Honda Rebel 1100 videos on TH-cam now.
Does it have cruise control?
You do a review and don't include the capacity of the gas tank?! WTF?
Amazing ... wish they can make more automatic race bikes 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼😍
Where's the sound?
Yeah, it’s a bummer, but sound was not provided with the video from Honda.
great video! thanks!
Can saddle bags be an option..?
Comparable to the Scout and scout 60, maybe?
I love it’s, thanks for sharing.
Good review..but if i didn't know what I wanted I wouldn't spend 999.000
Great vid burns. Would love your impression of the manual version. I like to shift myself.
Ya know, they only had one manual, and I didn't get a chance to ride it. But I love the DCT on every Honda that has one - not that I've ever ridden a Honda with a bad gearbox either. All on what you like I suppose, but the DCT is so convenient when stuck in traffic, etc...
pretty sure if I get a DCT, it will always be in manual mode so I can shift when I want, like how Can Am does on Spyders. I don't want the computer to shift for me.
Superb contents your motorcycle has,super cool I feel,I also sent LIKE👍 I know, We are HONDA lover
Clearly not one for the tractor crowd, your flexors ache when knees are higher than hips.
Cool bike
I love it 🥰
Compare it with HD Sportster 1200 and Indian Scout
compared to the HD Sportster 1200, the Rebel 1100 is :
- quicker acceleration
- way better handling (near naked bike level)
- lighter
- way more reliable
- twice longer service intervals
- has cruise control
- and Hepco makes perfect leather side bags with key locks for it, also engine guards and other stuff.
The HD Sportster 1200 cannot keep up in most areas, not even a Street Bob 114.
The Indian Scout is cooler but heavier and sadly does not have all the tech of the new 2022 Indian Chief.
You are welcome
@@THEREALZENFORCE Thanks, man!
These videos never show the guy sit on it.
Sounds like a nervous new guy reading a brochure, which is pretty out of character for John. Not sure what the deal is, but it doesn't instill me with a bunch of confidence.
He has a stutter. I know because I have one and have all ticks and repetitions. Pretty decent review imo.
too bad we didnt get to hear it.
finally
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I love Honda, but this is without a doubt the least visually appealing bike in their lineup-to me. Horses for courses..
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Man that thing is wide. Looks like you're riding a draft horse.
Whats the point of riding a bike with automatic transmission....🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
I'm an amputee and ride a VFR DCT.... Prior to that find I fitted an Aprilia Tuono with a hand shifter which was great for the first 23K miles and then the shifter wasn't responding and left me on the side of the road more than once after several trips to the shop. Having this option directly from the factory is GOLD. There are more reasons of course but here is a real life example.
@@rolandmaurice3169 , i have riden a Honda Nc750x with DCT...it felt like a Scooter...🤕
I donno, maybe i'll prefer a DCT over conventional gear box when im older.
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That’s like asking what’s the point of driving an automatic car . You don’t call an automatic car a “go-cart”. It’s still a car, so why call an automatic motorcycle a scooter ? Shifting isn’t what makes you an official “rider”. There are ton of riders with disabilities who otherwise wouldnt be able to ride anymore but thanks to the DCT, they have an option that caters to them.
@@ssminowjohnson9687 , Yes...Its indeed a good option for them..👍👍
What's the point of forcing everyone who dares want to ride to learn a convoluted, distracting manual transmission...?
It's small and ugly
Why all the DCT reviews?
I want to know about the manual (the way God intended all motorcycles to be).
For someone who wants something cooler than a scooter.
There’s nothing cooler then a Vespa. 👍
Stopped the video at 2 seconds, I'm just here to occasionally check how much interest:
A. Cruisers actually have
B. DCT has.
Cause not American😁
Retire this passive aggressive boomer already.
Seems to me if a manufacturer wanted to actually be successful bringing new riders to the sport, they'd build a bike just. like. this.
Just bought one for a first bike. Picking it up later today the DCT is what sold me on it.
@@Gunker02 Cheers and enjoy!
Agree 💯 percent. The hooligan riding gets old real fast, and the cruising aspect of motorcycling is so relaxing.
Motorcycling opens many connections that are better off remaining closed on occasion. Sometimes a bike or two, and your girl and an empty road is all we need, especially as we get older. Otherwise we end up introducing all the drama we try to avoid by riding a bike in the first place.
The reality of the Honda Rebel 1100 DCT ***BIG SCOOTER W/FEW GEARS***. For people with Arthritis and disabilities. Right to the point. God bless USA 🇺🇸.
What a bargain. A Harley 883 with paint, alarm, and optional abs is $11,000. Harley offers no traction control, no stability control/IMU. Most
Premium European bikes stability control is standard!
That's exactly why I bought one of these. And I love it.
Hooray for cruise control!
Great review! Keep riding and kicking stuttering's ass ;)
Details?? Fuel range? Lean angles? 0-60mph? Maybe a 1/4 mile time? Propose you adopt Motorweek format. Otherwise your review is fluff limited value dialogue.
I generally like the bike, though I would prefer the manual version. Should really have a belt drive or shaft drive - do they really think that people who don't want to shift will want to lube a chain every time it rains, etc.?
I agree. I think a belt would have been a way better choice and still kept the cost down.
Great point. Nobody has said that, private or professional. Non Shifty folks will not want to fuss with a chain. I think that is 100% valid. I wonder what the cost would have been to put the sleek 1300cc fury driveshaft on it. Honda would have more buyers. Great Point.
I don’t think “don’t want to shift” is the motivator really. If you ride in heavy traffic that clutch hand can get burned out from constant clutching. Others might have mobility issues with the left hand or foot. Don’t think those folks are served by assumptions that DCT is about laziness or disinterest in shifting.
That was my first thought when I got my bike! A belt final drive would have been a great addition to the bike... almost zero maintenance and long service life. Shaft-drive would have been interesting, but that would add extra weight and cost. Maybe the aftermarket will have a belt conversion kit sometime in the future. 👍 --QM
A chain drive will keep the production costs low. I’m guessing Honda wanted to keep it under 10k... it’s a much more attractive prospect to keep a bike as good as this at that low price point.
Unfortunately, the rear shock is awful and can throw you out of your seat, the bike seems to have a wobble above 90 mph, and the engine has a governor limiting top speed to no more than 100. So.... not so good after all.
I got my licence on a Rebel, so I have a weak spot for it. A 1100 Rebel is something I would love to try.
I hope when I get your age I am still confidently riding like you sir. Good review.
If they combined the Rebel 500 with the DCT they would kill the beginner bike market
"...if you don't like the video, I can't do anything about it..." lol
Really fantastice bike;honda is great
What so you mean you can't do anything about someone disliking the video?? You are in the video...do a friggin cartwheel or somethin!!
I actually saw one of these, a red one, an older gent parked it at the local supermarket and walked in. Don’t know what he was planning to buy, because he had no luggage option- maybe a candy bar?
Anyway, in person, a beautiful bike. Definitely on my short list.
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The reality of the Honda Rebel 1100 DCT ***BIG SCOOTER W/FEW GEARS***. For people with Arthritis and disabilities. Right to the point. Its really a Female Scooter 🛵. God bless you all. Amén.
Excelente moto
Excelente video saludos de Costa Rica
Cruise standard
This will be my first bike
Wonderful Video!
I like this dude. He is cool. The bike too.
allows those with physical limitations to enjoy riding. something alot of these so called "men" who are calling automatics "pussy" bikes seem to neglect. it only takes one bad accident to alter your abilities in life. great job by honda
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I bought mine in July and I love it! I like how I dont have to manually change gears myself, one less thing for me to do.
I wonder if I'd like this bike more than my 2020 Suzuki Burgman 400 ? Any thoughts would be appreciated
Euro 5 requires TC, Euro 4 emissions require ABS. Honda offers both standard.
Can they compare it to the Kawasaki Vulcan I would like to see both of these close to each other
where is bike's exhaust note sound ?????
Why does it have a chain if it's an automatic? Should have a belt.
Only thing missing: helmet storage in the fake tank 😢
The think it’s ugly but a cool bike just not for me tho
Nice
If Honda doesn't sell more than a few of these, then I don't what.
Don't what?
I need an automatic motorcycle like I need an SUV. I'll leave it until I'm to dottery to ride
Same i enjoy using the clutch and banging thru gears.
No stage 4 needed
Need someone with more enthusiasm in presenting. I, zone out in less than a minute or so listening to him. Very monotonous
Wow clutchless? That's jacked up. Good video. Now I know what to avoid
They make it with a regular transmission, as well.
So many Honda's are boring. It looks like John is having a slight problem getting excited about the 1100. I can understand that.
Yeah, Honda gave up trying to become Harleys. I can understand that too.
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