They are such nice little bikes. You're right tho, any speed over highway speed is a bit too much for these bikes but the Rebel can still can ride the highway and get you to where you want to go. I've taken mine on longer trips and find it very comfortable and ergonomic at my height of 5'7". It does just fine doing the speed limit on any road I've traveled.
If I can go 60mph without ringing a bike out I’m happy. Smaller displacement bikes also score you better fuel economy. I was thinking about getting a Rebel 300 because I like EFI but when you can get a classic style bike for $1000, that’s some economical smiles for dirt cheap.
I got a 2003 rebel 250 to daily to college and I get a lot of compliments on it. I turned it into a bobber build and people like that they don’t know what it is. I tell them it’s a Honda Davidson. I’m the second owner and I completely rebuilt the bike for it to be my daily, I bought it for $1200 and so far I have only put $400 into it after a year of owning. If you can find one that was taken care of I recommend getting it if you’re considering it as a daily. Parts are cheap, the engine is bullet proof, and no one really hates it. It’s the most fun thing I’ve ever purchased.
Great video; awesome details, explanation and description 👌🏾! I just purchased a 96 Honda Rebel 250cc and it still runs like a dream inner city but highway definitely underpowered for the touring task. Im 5’ 11” 175 and I just started riding. I experienced everything you covered. I feel like it’s a bit small for me now and underpowered. It tops out a 79mpg, you can hit 80mpg down hill. Fuel ups are super cheap especially compared to my Lexus GS 350! I rode from Montgomery, AL to Atlanta, GA 330 miles for about $10 in fuel ⛽️. Great bike to learn on...
Last year I found a 2015 Honda cmx250 Rebel; Rubidium Red color with only 487 miles. The first owner, a woman who just didn't ride it that much. It still had the factory paint marks it was so new. The 250 Rebel are no longer made by Honda as of 2016. They are a classic!
Nice little cruiser bike Mike! Enjoyed it man . Need more people like you that will take the time to teach the basics of safe riding! Keep it up my friend! 👍
They are a very nimble little bike, I bought a new one in 2015 and taught a couple people how to ride it,if I'm not mistaking 2015 was the last year of the 250 Rebel and then Honda came out with the 300 Rebel, enjoyed the video brother, ride safe and keep the kneese in the breeze 💯👍🏼
That's was a good idea to teach them a small proportion of the course, to build up their confidence prior to taking it. Good bike for people that not sure if they really want to ride.
I have watched April do the BRC and learned a little about what to watch for as a coach. I don’t claim to be a coach but I know enough to help them get ready for the class and help with the self doubt part.
@@RidingintheOzarks Your riding experience qualify you as a coach. The only difference is the MSF coaches have paper work. Not downing msf, but we have seen some coaches that need to quit. Keep up the great work.
I bought a 2005 last summer so my husband could teach me the basics. I didn't want to be struggling to learn clutch control infront of an audience, and needed that extra time to gain confidence, and am registered for the end of May. A couple women brand new to riding had failed the mst when he took the course a few years ago. It costs $800cdn so I only want to take it once! 😂
I just bought a 2012 Honda Rebel 250 a couple weeks ago. Only had 1600 miles. Im 6'1 270 lbs so I made some adjustments. I pushed the handlebars up because they were hitting my knees lol I changed the rear suspension to setting 4 and that made a huge difference. Added foglights and underglow lights. Added a 19x17 windscreen so now the wind doesnt push me so hard at highway speeds. It felt gutless at first but then i removed the airfilter cover and holy moly it actually gets up to 75 mph now 😁
I'm glad I ran across your video. I"m a senior who has had bikes in the past....but that was 40 years ago. I thought the Rebel would be the perfect bike for me to get back into the saddle...so to speak and an easy bike to get my license with.
I have one just like it mine was completely under water in hurricane Harvey i drained the tank and oil cleaned and lubed it up put the battery back in it and it fired right up and that was three years ago i ride it all the time
Sadly most Rebels get cut up and turned into bobbers and rat bikes. I think the Rebel is one of the best looking bikes Honda has ever made. I always wished they had made maybe a 750 Rebel that looked EXACTLY like the 250, but with tubeless tires. Back in 1986 and 1987 they did make a 450, and it had special wire spoke wheels designed for tubeless tires.
Yeah I think to many men let there ego get in the way. I had a few guys asking about learning on it but none ever showed and have taught 6 females basic riding on it and have another one to teach Sunday that is interested in buying it.
A second dual sport would be cool to have. Especially if you have someone that wants to explore the back dirt roads with you, and they don't have something to go on.
I have a honda rebel. I bought it for 700 dollars and rebuild the engine. It has 40k miles on it. I painted the engine black and the exhaust. I also cut the exhaust. Im 6 ft and weigh 190. I love this bike.It sounds bad ass now. Lol im 19 btw
I think it would, I have seen many people customize them. I would recommend seeing if there is a safety course in your area that uses them for training and take the class then you learn something and get to test the bike out for size. Where you are at?
@@RidingintheOzarks I live in St paul, mn. I got a business card for a motorcycle training class in my area. I almost bought a scooter for $2600. But I didnt feel right, because my dream was always a honda bobber.
Being 6'1" I don't think that bike would work too well for me lol. I've never seen a vid with chapters before.....or never noticed before lol. How'd you do that? Just time stamps in your description?
TH-cam released it as a feature a few months ago, you can copy the chapters text in mine and then change it to suit you or go find their video explaining it if you search. Yeah it would be a little cramped for you.
How much does a bike this year with those miles go for. Im in oregon about to buy one. Lady has an 08 250 rebel with 6k miles wants 1500 bucks? Good deal?
carlos arellano I don’t know the Oregon market but here in my area that is fair price for sure, I was asking $1500 for this one, this one is a hair older and has few more miles and I sold for just a little under that to a lady that who is learning to ride.
Getting a 2005,,for free,,,485 miles,,, been in storage since new,,, I am 57 years old 6ft 170lbs,,, work 8miles from home,,,,, think this will be much better than my old Harley,or my f250,,,,😂 old enough to not care what anybody says about the little bike
They are such nice little bikes. You're right tho, any speed over highway speed is a bit too much for these bikes but the Rebel can still can ride the highway and get you to where you want to go. I've taken mine on longer trips and find it very comfortable and ergonomic at my height of 5'7". It does just fine doing the speed limit on any road I've traveled.
If I can go 60mph without ringing a bike out I’m happy. Smaller displacement bikes also score you better fuel economy. I was thinking about getting a Rebel 300 because I like EFI but when you can get a classic style bike for $1000, that’s some economical smiles for dirt cheap.
I got a 2003 rebel 250 to daily to college and I get a lot of compliments on it. I turned it into a bobber build and people like that they don’t know what it is. I tell them it’s a Honda Davidson. I’m the second owner and I completely rebuilt the bike for it to be my daily, I bought it for $1200 and so far I have only put $400 into it after a year of owning. If you can find one that was taken care of I recommend getting it if you’re considering it as a daily. Parts are cheap, the engine is bullet proof, and no one really hates it. It’s the most fun thing I’ve ever purchased.
Great video; awesome details, explanation and description 👌🏾! I just purchased a 96 Honda Rebel 250cc and it still runs like a dream inner city but highway definitely underpowered for the touring task. Im 5’ 11” 175 and I just started riding. I experienced everything you covered. I feel like it’s a bit small for me now and underpowered. It tops out a 79mpg, you can hit 80mpg down hill. Fuel ups are super cheap especially compared to my Lexus GS 350! I rode from Montgomery, AL to Atlanta, GA 330 miles for about $10 in fuel ⛽️. Great bike to learn on...
Last year I found a 2015 Honda cmx250 Rebel; Rubidium Red color with only 487 miles. The first owner, a woman who just didn't ride it that much. It still had the factory paint marks it was so new.
The 250 Rebel are no longer made by Honda as of 2016. They are a classic!
They are great little bikes! Congrats on your find!!
Nice little cruiser bike Mike! Enjoyed it man . Need more people like you that will take the time to teach the basics of safe riding! Keep it up my friend! 👍
Thanks you I am going to keep teaching just going to use a different bike that is suitable for other uses as well.
They are a very nimble little bike, I bought a new one in 2015 and taught a couple people how to ride it,if I'm not mistaking 2015 was the last year of the 250 Rebel and then Honda came out with the 300 Rebel, enjoyed the video brother, ride safe and keep the kneese in the breeze 💯👍🏼
Thanks it has served its purpose and would love to see it go to someone that wants to learn to ride. Have someone coming Sunday to look at it.
@@RidingintheOzarks and you will probably sell it, the 250 are getting harder to find, people are just hanging on to them I guess,👍🏼💯
That's was a good idea to teach them a small proportion of the course, to build up their confidence prior to taking it. Good bike for people that not sure if they really want to ride.
I have watched April do the BRC and learned a little about what to watch for as a coach. I don’t claim to be a coach but I know enough to help them get ready for the class and help with the self doubt part.
@@RidingintheOzarks Your riding experience qualify you as a coach. The only difference is the MSF coaches have paper work. Not downing msf, but we have seen some coaches that need to quit. Keep up the great work.
I considered being a coach but I don't have time right now, maybe in the future after I have an empty nest
I bought a 2005 last summer so my husband could teach me the basics. I didn't want to be struggling to learn clutch control infront of an audience, and needed that extra time to gain confidence, and am registered for the end of May. A couple women brand new to riding had failed the mst when he took the course a few years ago. It costs $800cdn so I only want to take it once! 😂
I just bought a 2012 Honda Rebel 250 a couple weeks ago. Only had 1600 miles. Im 6'1 270 lbs so I made some adjustments.
I pushed the handlebars up because they were hitting my knees lol I changed the rear suspension to setting 4 and that made a huge difference. Added foglights and underglow lights. Added a 19x17 windscreen so now the wind doesnt push me so hard at highway speeds. It felt gutless at first but then i removed the airfilter cover and holy moly it actually gets up to 75 mph now 😁
I'm glad I ran across your video. I"m a senior who has had bikes in the past....but that was 40 years ago. I thought the Rebel would be the perfect bike for me to get back into the saddle...so to speak and an easy bike to get my license with.
Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed the Video! Someone once told me if you never stop riding you will never get old, hope that is true...
I have one just like it mine was completely under water in hurricane Harvey i drained the tank and oil cleaned and lubed it up put the battery back in it and it fired right up and that was three years ago i ride it all the time
250 Rebels are much COOLER than a scooter for a city commuter, as It's a "real" bike. I love these lil' bastards! And I drive a Buick Lucerne! LOL.
Sadly most Rebels get cut up and turned into bobbers and rat bikes. I think the Rebel is one of the best looking bikes Honda has ever made. I always wished they had made maybe a 750 Rebel that looked EXACTLY like the 250, but with tubeless tires. Back in 1986 and 1987 they did make a 450, and it had special wire spoke wheels designed for tubeless tires.
Yeah I know someone with a 450 but she won’t sell it….
What is a bobber and rat bike?
@@centralcal6604 It's what you get after a stwpld monkey gets a hold of an otherwise designed right from the factory good stock bike.
Very cool. Sounds like the bike has had it's use. The Rebel is a great starter and if someone continues to get into riding great around town.
Yeah I think to many men let there ego get in the way. I had a few guys asking about learning on it but none ever showed and have taught 6 females basic riding on it and have another one to teach Sunday that is interested in buying it.
A second dual sport would be cool to have. Especially if you have someone that wants to explore the back dirt roads with you, and they don't have something to go on.
Yeah I hope to have her setup on something by spring at the latest. Got an ATV to sell and then will start shopping in the fall.
I have a honda rebel. I bought it for 700 dollars and rebuild the engine. It has 40k miles on it. I painted the engine black and the exhaust. I also cut the exhaust. Im 6 ft and weigh 190. I love this bike.It sounds bad ass now. Lol im 19 btw
Awesome they are great bikes, glad you love it! Ride safe and enjoy!
Im 5'5" and weight 147 lbs. I always wanted to learn to ride. And I always wanted a 250cc honda bobber. Would that be a good bike for me?
I think it would, I have seen many people customize them. I would recommend seeing if there is a safety course in your area that uses them for training and take the class then you learn something and get to test the bike out for size. Where you are at?
@@RidingintheOzarks I live in St paul, mn. I got a business card for a motorcycle training class in my area. I almost bought a scooter for $2600. But I didnt feel right, because my dream was always a honda bobber.
About 130 a tank give or take
Being 6'1" I don't think that bike would work too well for me lol. I've never seen a vid with chapters before.....or never noticed before lol. How'd you do that? Just time stamps in your description?
TH-cam released it as a feature a few months ago, you can copy the chapters text in mine and then change it to suit you or go find their video explaining it if you search. Yeah it would be a little cramped for you.
Hello, nice video! I have a question: I'm 5'9", it's too short for my legs?
Depends on how long your going to ride... hour or two you will ok, all day you will be cramped in my opinion.
I just picked up a 07 in edgar springs and thought it might have been this one but mine has a dent in the left side of the tank
I sold mine to a lady up around Leslie
Bro. I'm from Sri Lanka.. I'm 5.3 height.. I'm looking for a Honda rebel.. I ride almost every day. If its suitable for me?
I would say yes, I’m 5’8” so a couple inches shorter will help with you not being as cramped.
@@RidingintheOzarks thanks for the reply brother
How much does a bike this year with those miles go for. Im in oregon about to buy one. Lady has an 08 250 rebel with 6k miles wants 1500 bucks? Good deal?
carlos arellano I don’t know the Oregon market but here in my area that is fair price for sure, I was asking $1500 for this one, this one is a hair older and has few more miles and I sold for just a little under that to a lady that who is learning to ride.
Getting a 2005,,for free,,,485 miles,,, been in storage since new,,, I am 57 years old 6ft 170lbs,,, work 8miles from home,,,,, think this will be much better than my old Harley,or my f250,,,,😂 old enough to not care what anybody says about the little bike
If you dont mind I ask, what area in the Ozarks are you in? I need some folks to ride with lol
Rolla is close to us.
Nice
I want a dual sport bike for me.
I have a playlist on my DR650 I bought this year. I didn’t know much about them till I found it and did some research. They say they are bulletproof
Did you sell it already? I've been looking for one and can't find one.
I have not sold it yet but someone is coming to look at it tomorrow. I will comment tomorrow and let you know if they buy it.
The person who looked at it today it coming back next week with cash so i looks like it is sold. If that deal falls thru I will let you know.
are 50.000 km a lot for an USED rebel ??
Not in my opinion but it is not low miles either.
hi sir im 6 feet could i ride without issue plz reply fast
I’m 5’9” and found it a little cramped but rideable… hope that helps
thanks for reply me fast
and also sir can you tell me the kilometers can go with a liter
@@navoda1019 50-60 mile per gallon, you will have to convert that to metric
thank you sir