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- Honda Rebel 300 Review
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For a large percentage of motorcyclists, the Honda Rebel was integral in their introduction to life on two-wheels. Reliable. Durable. Economically-priced. And generally just an all-around fun bike. The original Honda Rebel was all of those things. It’s no wonder it became such a cornerstone of MSF courses around the country. As goes the story for all legends, however, the Rebel 250 has been supplanted by an up-and-coming successor; the 2017 Honda Rebel 300. In this Honda Rebel 300 review, Lemmy and Spurg compare the 2017 version with its prodigious predecessor and speak to the evolution of one of the most notable motorcycles on the road today.
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I'm 6'2 am I too tall for these bikes?
It depends on your personal comfort preference. In the video, Spurgeon is 6'4", and he felt fine on the bikes. However, he tends to like a compact riding position. You may feel different, so I recommend you try sitting on one. -DrewZilla
RevZilla thank you. Trying to find somewhere near me that carries them
IndependentGamer your way too tall bro.
No Future 68 was that sarcastic or are you being serious?
IndependentGamer being totally legit. These bikes are for smaller sized folks.
Sometimes I forget Revzilla is a gear seller. Production quality is through the roof.
same here
They're a very amiable team
I didn’t even know they were a gear seller. I feel kinda stupid now…
good lord this channel has consistently produced the highest quality videos that are actually informative and worth watching. this is the best channel out of any other.
F9 is really good, too
I would actually put the two of them neck and neck (or neck to beard if you will)
Ryan F9 is cool and I like him but I will take Revzilla over him anyday.
Zack Courts... and a handful of motovloggers.
John Barns
hands down the talked to me one day before this rebel even came out and I asked would you ride a new rebel if one came and there response was hilarious ..and I want to take credit for the video title ..cause I quoted Chris farley from tommy boy and put it different hence forth the title if the video..big guy lil coat lol
The best goddamn reviews I've ever seen. This is the reason why I cut out cable tv. Good job guys.
I'm 6' 220 and i rode a 87 rebel 250 for 5 years and took it everywhere, loved that bike!
I like that vote of confidence. I am 5'10" and 165 and thinking about getting a CMX300 for my fourth bike. I just want something for comuting that has very low maintenance.
I think Honda hit the nail on the head.. actually been putting together a video of my own about this subject but I think Honda was dead on thinking that not every rider wants to start on a sport-ish bike like the Ninja 300/CBR300.. great job on this video guys. I am going to try to test ride the Rebel 500 this year.
dafobra There's also the naked 300F which rounds out the selection for new riders very nicely.
what up nigga
EDC1911
Lifetime ban from Fenway Park!!
have you seen the 250RR?
There is a Japanese saying that nail that sticks out the most gets hammered.
Oh and thanks for stopping at the stop sign Lemmy. You're unique to youtubers in that regard.
SRK
Homerun RevZilla.....not overly technical - you provide information that REAL riders need and care about - plus you did it with style and kept the viewers attention. Keep it up guys! 😎
Your production values are insanely high. Like wow
Yeah, the shots were great.
Please comment the hight of the riders so we can compare sizes between motorbykes and riders
I am 6' 1" and wonder if a rebel from 2000 fits good for my size
Ever heard of Fortnine
They have endless money, so no shit
Whoever disliked this video is a conformist, not a Rebel.
Probably part of the Galactic Empire too..
Probably RE lover, honda has some plans to bring this bike to india.
lol, there is nothing rebellious about a Honda rebel other than the name. About as nonconformist as McDonalds or Coca Cola. Still plenty of fun in a long ride after church kind of way.
Or they don't like the aesthetics of the new Rebel ... Or maybe they're those "ride a Harley or die" type of people..
Personely I do not like the new bike it's not nice I'm sure they culd have done a better job on the styling. It looks like they forgot they a tank was needed and slapped on somthing from a reject bin at the last minute
Honestly the Best Bike Channel on TH-cam & Tv. Keep up the Great Content & Good Vibes.
I took a course on the newer rebel 300 a couple years back, and I'm 6'1" and 300 lbs, and I freaking loved it. For a daily rider, getting to work type bike, I wouldn't hesitate to ride it. For a weekend long haul or long adventure type, I prefer big, but these bikes are easy, fun, cool little bikes. But I also like Vespas and ruckuses, so take that with a grain of salt.
Quality directing for this film. You guys did a great review. Your spokesman are great at talking and getting to the point. They don't ramble on to hear themselves talk.
OMG this is the first video I've seen from this channel but I love it already. I can't wait to see the 500 review.
Just got a 2017 rebel 300 and I am in love so happy with the bike.
Its thanks to this video that i decided to get a rebel 300. Ive wanted a motorcycle my entire life and when i finally got mine 2 weeks ago, it was a dream come true. Im 5’ 10 and its perfect for me. Thanks revzilla.
One of the best, most informative videos I've seen on any subject. Professional, fast-moving, to-the-point.
Very thorough and professional review! I just saw this bike at the dealer...looking forward to 500 size version based on the venerable Cb500 series.
The 500 is an awesome engine. I'd imagine it loan itself quite well to a cruiser
Gotta say it I'm starting out on a rebel 250 and I freaking love it. I have rebuilt it from the ground up while waiting for my learner licence to magically transform into a p plate licence and now it's all built up I know every in and out of my bike and am ready to ride
Lemmy - I really dig your reviews because you take this stuff seriously...which is what I like. I want the in depth analysis you bring to the table. Keep up the good work.
mdg -Texas
I’m a bike newbie, gonna start my driver’s license in a few weeks and this is a whole new world for me! You explained everything so simply and clear :D
Fantastic production qzality and very good review, so informative, Revzilla, the only guys i can trust in terms of what motorcycle i want to buy. Keep it up guys!
Wow top Quality review! way better then other motorcycles review on youtube which most are only 3-4 mins long :/
Thanks for being so awesome. Was looking for some info on a 95 rebel I'm interested in buying, and you guys really sold me. You guys are great
As always, great and helpful video guys...
Gratitude and Blessings!
As a "sturdy-built" guy and soon to be beginner, I've been trying to figure out what kind of bike to go for. Thanks to this review the Rebel definitely has piqued my interest and is probably the one I'd go for. I'm thinking of getting the 500 since I'm usually not in a hurry to upgrade what I own.
I had a HD 883 12 years ago and want to get back into riding.Being 5 foot petite women ,I definitely want to test ride the Honda Rebel 300 and the 500. Can't wait to test ride the Rebel.
New sub, love the format of this show. Very clear and concise
Outstanding analysis! I love how you explained the differences while riding it !
This video really changed my mind about hondas. I really want one of these now lol. The 500 one though.
I've had my CMX450 for 30 years and I think I'll keep it for a while.
I had an '87 450 Rebel. Very nice bike, especially the overdrive. I now have a 2001 Shadow VLX (600 cc).
I picked up a 2000 model rebel a few months back and have gotten more compliments and stories from folks than any other bike I've had
My first bike was Honda CM450 I bought in Las Vegas once it got too hot to drive a black car with moon roof and no A/C. Sold it just before moving to England and kept being told I vouldn’t take it with me, despite what the regs said. Saw its twin last year in the corner of a shop and felt sad for it being abandoned. I rode that from San Diego & Death Valley to Zion National Park in Utah and North Pole Arizona 10,000 miles per year. GREAT 6 speed bike in town or the highway.
ALWAYS loved the cinematography !!
Great vid! Len killin me as usual with the eye pro.
Just bought a 85 rebel couple weeks back absolutely love it.
avenfog2000 i want yo buy an 86' Rebel,how yours work these days?
great handling. I don't like the look of that fat tire on front of the 300 just don't think it would be as safe
Nice, I was watching the Rebel 500 review just before this.
The quality of this review vid is close to jaw-dropping. Wow.
The video quality on this channel is awesome, really good, also of course love the content!
I knew a girl had her original 250 Rebel stolen and recovered from underwater in a quarry. Dried it out replaced the fluids got a tune and started it up. Girls bike it may be but that damn thing was bombproof.
A bit sexist to say, don't ya think?
So the 6’4 dude in this video riding the 250 is a girl, huh?
that shot in front of the graffiti'd locomotive was awesome. if the person behind the camera is reading this, very well done
Joseph Agustin shot that. He was at the Rebel launch with me and is an absolute blast to work with. Check out more of his stuff on his Instagram page: instagram.com/josephagustinphoto/
I have recently purchased a refurbished Rebel 250 42 years after an accident left me inactive in the MC riding world. I've got to say that I LOVE this bike! It's perfect to get me back into riding. The new Rebel 300 may be better in many ways, but I like the "old school" vibe of the 250. I'm a big fan of the cruiser styling and the parallel twin engine. I prefer bikes with exhausts on either side - they just look more balanced & symmetrical. At my age, I may never need another bike...
I do wish honda gave us thr benefits of the new 300 but with the classic looks of the old 250. If iy had a rounder fuel tank it would get closer. Theyre also expensive for a 300. I can buy a 16 year old honda accord family sedan with 250hp v6 in REALLY decent shape for the same 4-7k price range. So its going to be a few years still until we are seeing rebel 300s for the same prices as these older models where you can scoop up a really good one for 1500, 2500, 3500 bucks. I hate the matt black plastic looking exhuast.
I took my BRC on a Rebel down at my local community college... it was very easy and very good bike! Great video!!
been waiting on this video!
You guys are far better to watch than that guy trying to flog accessories.
Keep it up.
Cheers
Thank you for your unvaluable work people at RevZilla. You are the Wikipedia of motorbike riding in TH-cam.
I'm about to get my first bike in a month after I take the MSF course. This is the bike I was thinking of and I'm glad to hear these reviews. Also, these videos are nice quality, it's like the Top Gear of motorcycles.
Thanks for the great review, you guys are really hitting a high polish on these puppies now.
As always, great review guys and the new 300 looks great. It seems to have a bit of a Sportster look to it or it could just be me. But, I can't help but notice that Spurgeon had his left turn signal on when making a right turn at 2:30.
Trying to throw Lem off my tracks in an effort to lose him on our race to the top, he stuck right with me though.
I have been looking at these videos because I have a friend who took the MSF class and is looking to get a new bike. I already own 4 motorcycles, but after watching your video, I kind of want a Rebel 300, too. Thanks for the educational and entertaining content.
This was an awesome video and review, would like to see more like this.
1:30 The Rebel 500 has a parallel twin, so it's not just a pop in displacement. :) Great review though! Excellent video quality as always. I didn't hear you mention it, but it looks like the rebel 300 motor is the same one used in the CBR300R and F.
HeroRR I like your's videos
it is the same engine, and the Rebel 500 is the CBR500R and CB500F engine.
Both cylinders fire at same time so its similar to single cylinder
@@KentRoads Rebel 500 has crank pins phased at 180 degrees, which makes it twice as smooth as monocilindrical engine.
I see Lemmy, I click!!!
ZLA Lemmy
Lucky for Junior, he can still grow in length! Unlucky for dad, he can only grow in width!😂
You're the man Lemmy, always great info and delivery in your videos, your detailed insights are always very interesting and entertaining to watch.
Keep it up!
Great, great, great, GREAT video. I really like the history of the Rebel as told by you both. Today/Saturday I visiting another motorcycle brand place today and was chatting with another female customer and I recommended she take a look at the new Rebel. Her concern was seat height. I actually sat on a 2017 Rebel 300 about a week ago so I told her I doubt if she'd have any problem with the seat height on that bike. She said she was going to go take a look at it. I'm a new rider and she had some previous experience so she probably could go with the 500.
Excellent video. Definitely one of my favorites from revzilla. I am a Rebel 250 rider for the past couple of years, and would really like to move up to a Rebel 500.
I love my Rebel. I ride my Harley Road King now mostly, but I still really love my 250 Rebel. A 500 Rebel would be amazing. As much as I love my 250, I'll probably give it to a young friend. it's a classic
Jerry G for someone who's never, ever ridden a motorcycle before would you recommend a 250 or 500 for their first motorcycle to learn on? Used of course haha
Manden,
it depends on your size and what type of riding you plan to do. If you plan to ride freeways or longer distances, the 500 would be better. If you're tall or big, the 500 would be better. For cruising around city streets and some light freeway use, the 250 will work just fine. If you're the go-fast type, you'll definitely want the 500.
I wanted a little bigger bike when I got my 250, but there weren't really any options at the time that were sub-750.
Riding a bike is more about your skill than the size of the bike, so what I really recommend is a MSF training course. They will provide a 250 for the beginner class, and you bring your own bike for the advanced course. They'll teach you some really important skills, plus you'll get the chance to check out how you like the little 250 while you're there.
If I were to do it over and the 500 was available, I'd buy the 500 to start. I bought new though, and you're not likely to find many of these 500 Rebels on the used market just yet. Take that course and see how you handle their 250, that'll give you a better idea of what's right for you and your skill/confidence level.
Ride safe
Jerry G thanks a ton! I will definitely look into MSF
I needed this video SO MUCH! I've never owned a motorcycle before and I see myself riding a Rebel 300cc with ABS and most likely the AGV leather jacket. Great video, guys!
Trust me, skip the 300 and go with the Rebel 500.
Francisco, I agree with Deuce; skip such a small bike. You'll get used to motorcycling VERY quickly. I'm only a 3.5 months into riding, and my 2003 VLX 600 already feels not good enough for my plans of cross country, camping road trips. I say I got surprisingly comfortable (or just say, used to controlling it) with riding 8 to 10 times on the bike. About 30 rides in (2 months later), and after a "race" to stay behind a guy trying to lose me (they were in front; I was trying to keep up; and he verified in town later on, that he was trying to lose me, but couldn't. Haha.) on twisty roads going home from Anza-Borrego desert to small town called Julian, my confidence was absolutely there. Mind you, it was probably not the smartest of decisions on a high mountain twisty that would drop you down a cliff that could kill you. For reference, I'm 5' 8" (173 cm) and 135 lbs (61 kg).
DeuceVideoHD I agree, rode the 300 rebel and you definitely want the 500.
My first bike was the CB500F(ABS). Fantastic bike, great commuter and imo at the time (2014) I'd call it the best beginner bike on the market. Back then if the Rebel500 was available, I'd have jumped on it.
Spent two years on the CB, this past year somewhat begrudgingly. For all of it's strengths I just wanted more. Traded her in two weeks ago, now I'm on an 1800cc cruiser.
Damn! 1800cc. That sounds *HEAVY* !!! I bet it was tough giving up your baby, your first ride. I think I'll keep mine. :D She ain't worth much (got her used for $1,200) but for sentimental reasons.
From a prospective new rider, thank you very much. I really appreciate the thoroughness of this review. Between this, the Rebel 500 review and FortNine's review, I'm likely gonna make the Rebel my first bike. I'm a big guy like Lem and Spurgeon, so I'm probably gonna follow Spurgeon's advice and get the 500 over the 300.
Again, really appreciate everything you guys do. Keep up the hard work.
I just got my 2019 rebel 300.. never had one of those bikes before, I always get the sportbikes..
definitely recommend.. I'm in love with this bike!
You guys are great! 🙂
Keep going in this direction, and you guys will take over the world.
The world... And to think, when I was in 6th grade all I wanted to do was be on the professional bass fishing circuit.
It's not too late, it's never too late #soccerMomRockSongs
I really appreciate you guys. Its almost spiritual experience for me with you two, because every time I have a curiosity about something a video pops up on my feed with you explaining in detail exactly what I was just wondering about. Just bought my first bike 2009 Honda CMX 250 aka The Rebel. One prev owner, mint condition, hahaha..... Can't wait to drive my rebel on these amazing SF Bay Area roads.. Cheers!!!!
Excellent review. I learned on a Honda Nighthawk 250 in riding school. Love the new looks of the Rebel
It's been super cool to see Spurge kinda find his place within the ZLA family.
Right next to Lemmy, as his Lurch-like assistant!
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Spurgeon Dunbar Lmao! Y'all are a great team man!
sad that people overlook these as in between 250 and 600 inline 4, you can start on a current gen cb500f or a rebel like this if you prefere nakeds/Cruiser , and then jump to a bigger more powerfull i4 600cc if you need it, , love honda for doing those rebels
been waiting forever for this video!
Great video guys! Lemmy, was nice to meet you this weekend at the Quail.
Thanks Aaron! Looks like you've been having a blast traveling the globe! Hopefully we can all get together again soon for a new project!
THANK YOU, for the walk down memory lane...and a HIT to all the other people who complain about this bike all these years for any reason...you can go kick rocks!
HONDA RULES!
3:12 Revolutionary?More like REBELUTIONARY!Am I Right!
Ok......
badum tss
I don't know why I loved this comment as much as I did, but I do. 😂😁🤣🤣😆
Great video. I'm looking at possibly getting a Rebel 500 for my first bike, so, looking forward to that!
Oustanding review. Alot of history and knowledge on the rebel series. Honda, you should sponsor these guys...
Shit guys, that was an amazing review. Thank you!
I'm 6'5" 200 and starting my 3rd year riding my Kawasaki eliminator 125. I love that little bike for commuting around town at 35-45 mph but anything over 50 is a struggle. I ride mainly to save money so I want to keep the mpg up. Im definitely going to be checking out the new rebel 500.
Did you get one?
tallcip65 ^
Nice to see them update the bike
I just bought a 2017 Rebel 500 and it's awesome. I have owned many sport bikes and even compared to those bikes it is just as poppy and very fun to ride. I highly recommend getting one if you're on the fence. Thanks for the great review.
but its a single seater bike. My chick gotta catch the bus.
akupehsluarketatAR there is a pillion add on for the Rebel. It bolts on the rear fender.
akupehsluarketatAR
You're chick has to be driven to school with her MY LITTLE PONY lunchbox.
Don't worry, you're on a Rebel, you ain't getting a chick.
Kevin Vance Whats wrong with the rebel?
Kevin Vance I know a guy with a Harley, he only gets trashy girls approaching him. Now he has a friend with a Rebel, and he gets the girls.
My understanding is that the general unpleasant perception of Harley Riders turns the girls off but the quieter Honda keeps the Cruiser look without the bad connotation or sound of a Harley.
Dude's left blinker was on, but he turned right. Oops!
BeardedRancher it's oversteer blinkers lol
i live that you guys plug the gear/equipment you wear out on these rides. im just about to get my motorcycle license and stuff like this helps with finding cool shit quickly lol
Wonderful story telling and content. Great information thank you guys!
2:30 left turn signal for right turn... lol
I`m just re-watching the video. Not sure if I ever gonna ride a bike (the Rebel 300 isn`t even in our market), but I love to see those landscapes again. Greetings from Argentina.
You guys do great reviews. I love it , I'm now made my mind up , the new rebel 500 it is for me
when you've got $1300 for our first bike :(
Sam Beatty can easily buy a used rebel for that money
The Rebel 250 is better looking.
great production! very impressive videographer! skill , the cam handle lighting beyond excellent .Filming black object(jacket) in sunny day…. the cam must be superb quality and very intell for light metering) great! job!
I love watching bike reviews from professionals such as yourself. Very entertaining good job with the Details and a little bit of history. This is the same engine in the CBR and the Honda CRF L. Same engine-different bike😉
The Rebels are great learner bikes and really needed a technological update. I am not sure about the styling though. The older model had a little bit of style, the new one is all function, but ugly. Let's face it, many people start riding and want to look cool, but they won't on the new model.
Ian MacDonald I agree. The older 250 looks so much better than the 300. The 300 just looks so bland, while the 250 has some style.
You guys must be old then. Im 24 and the new 300 looks way better. It looks that way becuz times changed. Girls woukd rather go for the 300 the than grandpa.
AlienNinjaPuppy I’m also 24. People just have different tastes. Also there’s not even a “backseat” for a girl to hop onto, at least the 250 has that.
I had a 1986 Rebel 450 (still do, giving it away for salvage or somebody who wants a project). They only made it two years, 1986 and 1987. It was a fun bike.
@Los Vagabundos Eastern Pennsylvania.
@Los Vagabundos You would need a trailer. I'll see if I can put it in neutral so you don't have to cut the chain. Oh, and a private way to communicate. I do have the title.
Great review. I'm really after one of these 2017 Rebels. Fantastic looking bikes at a great price
Well im saving for a first bike for next summer, and this video has sold me on the 300. thanks guys
Just got mine 2 days ago
It's a great beginner's bike - especially for short riders (170 cm)
I had my LTD 1986 Rebel. Gorgeous bike! I’m 5’1” and fit perfectly. Fun ride!
I have a 2018 Honda rebel so far I love it. For someone who’s short it’s nice being able to touch the ground when i stop.
Great video! Man, and I love that speed and strength jacket.... *eyes wallet nervously*
I was really impressed with it. Fit great, super comfortable, and it includes a full armor pack, elbows, shoulders, and back. Speed and Strength is doing some great new pieces right now.
Nice reviews, guys!
Started on a brand new '09 Rebel back then! Then an R6 (realized I was gonna be dumb with it). Now I ride a '14 Bolt 950cc and I love it.
great review guys! I liked how you mentioned the failed CMX450, I was looking for one as my first bike but most of them have been sacrificed to the cafe racer craze. I ended up finding a bone stock all original '82 Nighthawk 450. Great starter bike as is the Rebel 250. The Honda twins are bulletproof engines, easy to maintain and parts availability is good.
While Lem used to own a Rebel 250, my first experience on a bike was with the Nighthawk 250. Same great learner bike, different ergos and style. These bikes taught so many people to ride, it's unreal.
Seriously considering buying my first bike. I think these guys have me convinced.
Thanks so much from a huge Rebel fan!!! Lemmy I'm from the Lehigh VALLEY :-)
The last five years I have ridden first an '04 Rebel 250, then an '86 Rebel 450 for my daily commutes to work, play and everything in between ... I unfortunately don;t have either anymore and am looking to get another bike real soon, I will be looking at the 500. I am a Rebel fan through and through. Glad to see these bikes updated and looking good.
another great video guys! i just bought a vulcan s and really enjoying it. but if i ever want to go back to the days when i was just learning to ride (on my 250cc virago) and enjoying the control and yield that my first bike provided, i would get one of the new rebels :)
great production guys subbed