I’ll be picking my Honda Rebel up onSaturday morning and cannot wait. Done refresher course to get my confidence flowing because it’s been over 25 years since I was last on a bike.😉
I had the first one registered and on the road in the UK, 2017. I had been looking to change from my 750 Honda shadow to something lighter. My partner new this might be suitable for me. The Rebel hit the showrooms on the Friday I bought mine on the Saturday morning. Love it ..changed the exhaust put some handlebar risers on to help with the reach added a couple of other bits. Taken it around the country done nearly 14, 000 miles, it's not missed a beat 😉 Great review love the fact you took on the motorway 😉
I have a 2019 Honda rebel 500. I commute to work two hours a day over mountain pass on a twisty road and it does just fine. I found a lot of people underestimate this bike.
Thank you Mark. Another great review. Honda still holds a very special place in my heart and this bike is yet another reason for that love and loyalty. Another bike, with the 500 twin, that I need to put on my test ride list! Thanks again! Be well and ride safe. God Bless!
Great review and definitely a lovely bike if you fancy the retro style biking. I personally wouldn't ride anything but a Honda, love em. Wow 90 mpg now that's economy and endless fun.
No way does this bike get 90 mpg… I own one, and the best I get is 60. I do live in the mountains so that cuts down on my fuel efficiency somewhat. But nobody gets 90 miles per gallon in real world riding. Having said that, I love my rebel 500 and it is a great bike and compared to other mid weight bikes, it is very fuel efficient, very reliable, and lots of fun!
Thanks for the comment on vibration. They annoyed me a bit on the CB500x which I had to change to something like a cruiser (because of knee pain). Rebel is on the list!
@@trevormercier9074 hi Trevor GoPro hero 7 Black and the mic is a helequip 3.1 from Texas usa! ! But I'm going to try a purple panda mic out as well over the next few weeks All the best mark
youtube is dangerous :) ..okay I had a Suzuki gt 100 back in the late 80s and a few other small bikes at the time, and this summer I did spot Honda Monkey 125, 2020, and yes I bought one, and I love it, here I am now I want a Rebel 500, or a Yamaha V-star Bobber 650 so much that it hurts, and I know how that going to end
Thanks for another great review. I hope you can add to your list of future reviews the following bikes: Royal Enfield Himalayan Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 KTM Duke 390 KTM 390 Adventure Yamaha XSR700 Suzuki Katana Ducati Scrambler Icon Dark Ducati Scrambler Sixty2 Personally, it’s your enthusiasm for motorcycling that makes your reviews fun to watch. I was supposed to buy a bike this year but because of COVID19 I have to put everything on hold. Hopefully, next year will be better for everyone. Cheers!
Another great review! I instinctively feel that thus far this bike has been underrated by the mainstream motorcycle media so thanks for reviewing it from the point of view of the average rider. That exhaust is the icing on the cake and an affordable addition given the low base price for the Rebel. So cards on the table, Mark, which of the four 500cc Honda bikes would you buy having tested them all now?
I agree all the seasoned motorcycle riders I meet say “oh it’s a great beginner bike, but you’ll outgrow it”. Then they actually ride it, and realize it rides nicer than their 750..
My friend let me ride his cmx500 last week. We went on a little road trip North Manila. Definitely a fun little bike to ride. I would say a great starter bike for those getting into bigger bikes for the first time. Being such a low rider I found it was very stable at lower speeds, super easy to turn. The lack of RPM counter made me realize how much I usually check mine. The panel is hard to read in sunlight, which is a big factor out here in the Philippines. It would bother me in the long run if I owned this bike. I found the seat and riding position excruciating. I couldn't ride it for more than 2 hours at a time, especially for the knees. (I am 5'10) I found the saddle to be uncomfortable for the crotch area and the gearbox to be protruding a bit too much. It would be a very nice bike for a woman I think. It's got loads of character and a real joy to ride. I totally agree that this bike is happy around 60-65mph not really meant to ride faster than that I don't think.
Just put a deposit down on this here in Australia! My first real bike after being on a Vespa for 3 years - can't wait! Great review, hope it turns out to be a good purchase
Thanks for the detailed review. The idea of buying this bike (would be my first motorcycle) is tickling the back of my mind though it yet remains a velleity. I don't plan any long rides, so I'm trying to decide between 300 and 500. I would definitely take a safety course and buy all the safety gear. Other random observations: interesting how your units are a mix of standard and metric. Those hedgerows and trees are so close to the road! Not allowed here in the states for driving safety. Beautiful scenic roads and byways. stay safe
I've tried it Matt but my ageing laptop doesn't seem to process it at 60 fps ...it's all juddery...when I've got a few spare hours I'll look into it ... maybe I need a faster processor lol
mark pulling No worries mate. I’m a huge computer nerd so if you need any advice let me know. If your laptop is as old as you say though then you are most likely right about it being the CPU. It’s not essential anyway, but it would smooth out the awesome footage you upload if you’re able to replace your laptop in the future 👍
@@Matt-bj9vd it might actually work at 60 fps when I render it through power director ...it just won't play the raw footage at 60 straight after I download it from the GoPro...if that makes sense...cheers matt
mark pulling Btw it’s nice to see the Crescent Honda dealership getting some love. My first 2 bikes came from them, great bunch of guys. Also, do you plan on doing a review of the new Tiger 900? I have a 2019 Tiger 800 XRT and have been wondering if it’s worth the upgrade.
@@Matt-bj9vd yes I'd love to try the 900 but my usual 3x dealers have gone bust .. so I'll have to sweet talk and get in with destination triumph hants :). I reviewed a couple of the 800s they are great !
I totally agree with this video and funnily enough you mentioned everything I felt as I went for various rides......I got this exact same model.....I 'm 5'8" and it has a very comfortable ride....471cc engine very reliable, slipper clutch works beautifully and gear shifting is smooth as silk. The exhaust as standard is hideously ugly but I will change it to a twin exhaust as the finances get better. Seat is not that comfortable for long 3hr journeys but that as well can be increased with extra padding....
I am the same height as well and this looks like a perfect fit for me. I was thinking this one or the CB500 r but I think I want something a little more relaxing at 49 years of age. I'm still strong but the Rebel looks like it hits all the marks . I think I'm sold !
@@markpulling12 Im 60 n been riding since I was 16 , ridden all sorts from Honda C90 to full power Kawasaki zzr1100 etc , I now own this exact bike and absolutely love it , if you are thinking of purchasing one , don't hesitate a joy to ride and easy to own .
Hello Mark! I started watching this video at 480p, then 720p, and also 1080 just to try it out... I could not handle the bloody video! It's full of framedrop, massive pixelization (specially in the motion footage), even watching it at top quality resolution (1080p). When rendering a video, if you do it with a low "bps", it does not matter if the end result is Full HD or 4K, the lack of quality frames will render a video with really bad image quality, that gives us headaches thrying to focus the image in our heads 🤢 while (i suspect) you keep a small sized file in your HDD. For instance, the "★ 2020 KAWASAKI VULCAN S REVIEW ★" has better frame rate and image quality than this video, and this one (★ 2020 HONDA CMX500 REBEL REVIEW ★) is more recent. That's odd. Here's a secret, similar to what happens in facebook, everytime you upload a video into your channel, the yt server will cut a bit the image quality in order to make it occupy the less HDD space possible when storing it. That's why, if you download your own video from youtube in the best resolution, you get a video with way lesser quality than the original you have at home. So, what's the solution? - Render your videos with much quality as possible, so the service server won't make your motion videos horrible to watch. At least the sound was not that much affected, but it also gets quality decreased once it gets in the server. Since i could only hear you properly, i put it at 144p. Thank's for that great review! I like the Vulcan as well, specially its looks, but i rather a bike something more pragmatic and more economic for commuting and travelling across the country. It made my mind about this bike. I'm gonna buy the Special Edition, like that one with a headlight cowl.😎 Keep your social distance by riding your bike! Stay safe, mate! Cheers from Barnet! 😉
Hi thanks for the brilliant explanation.....what happened for me here was this ....up to the rebel video all my reviews were on my trusty hero 2 ,inc the Vulcan one you mentioned ...I bought a new hero 7....and the rebel video was my first time I used it for filming a review ...I rendered it in the usual way using my power director...and at the end when you get the choice of what format I chose the same as I always do which was windows ...once the video was produced I always watch the first few minutes to make sure it's ok ....in watching the non riding moving section all looked ok to me so I went ahead and uploaded it to TH-cam...it wasn't until someone commented about the laggy frame rate etc then I watched the riding section and saw the issue...I was going to delete it but as it happens it's had thousands of views and lots of mainly good comments hence why I left it on ! Lol So .....from now on with a lot of research I realized I should have used the h264 format for my new GoPro 7 which is what I use now for all my recent videos and all is good now Anyway thanks for the info Regards mark
Hi ...tough choice... probably the Vulcan is better ... but for me this type of bike would just be to Potter about on at 60 mph ish and with its 90 mpg economy I'd have to go for the rebel :)
Very nice. I really love this bike. I think this will be perfect for me and planning to have one in the future. Thank you for the good reference since we are same in height.
I am also the same height and the beginning when it showed the rider sitting on the bike really helped me get a full grasp of the size and its perfect. This is the best review I have seen on this model. I think I have found my bike!
Honda Rebel 500 was an easy choice as it is about the only big motorbike my secretary could drive in the city as she is only 5 ' 1" I actually prefer the looks and sound of the Honda standard exhaust.
A bit low for me, but the low-down grunt would be great for the city. Much improved back light which was the worse thing about the last model. If the seat was a bit higher and the pegs slightly further back, I may be tempted. They are quite cheap in Thailand. Even with a bad exchange rate, they are only about 5,500 GBP. My favourite of the Honda 500 series. I just wish they'd stick this engine in a CB500R. Very thorough review.
Enjoyed your review. Love that bike so much, I bought one... to be delivered early July. Would you recommend a windscreen for long distance trips? Any wind deflection from that small headlight cowl?
Great Reviews Which bike would you pick for a daily commute mix of motorway, dual carriage way & country roads with a bit of fun riding on the weekends CB650R, Z650, SV650 or MT-07 ? I am leaning towards the CB650R
Great video, Mark! Which of the 500 line did you like the best? It seems like all of them are excellent bikes. I've been looking into the 500x/f and rebel and have been leaning towards the X due to its versatility and ride height (6'1"). Also, have you ridden the cb300r and if so what are your thoughts?
Hi matt no havent ridden the 300 yet ..they havent got a demo :( but yes for you at 6ft1 the x would be your best choice..i loved them all,as they all have different characters ..if i was buying one today for my needs id get the f model :)...cheers mark
Hi Mark I am on a CBF125F at the moment but looking at my license for spring 2021. I love all the 500cc Hondas. If you were to buy one which would you choose and why? I am 5.9. 30 inside leg but do have some lower back issues. Great reviews. Regards
Hi Denis I love all the 500s ..I've had good experience with the x model ...but for me right now I'd go with the f model ... just because it's a little more sporty handling / fun in the twisties but still with that amazing economy but you can't go wrong with any of these all the best mark
The hornet cannot be limited for a2, at least in my country you can't limit bikes that are double or more kw than 35, unless you are referring to the new cb650f but I haven't heard anyone calling that bike 'Hornet' In any case if it's a Honda it's good. xD
Nice review. I just wish honda would take the cb 650r's inline 4 650cc engine and create an inline 4 rebel 650... would rather have that than the rumored africa twin based rebel
Personally I don't think an inline 4 engine would suit this style of bike, the sound of a parallel twin suits better especially with an aftermarket end can like this one, it gives a classic sound if you will.
If you can Darren try and demo on both if your dealers are open ....they are both brilliant but very different ...the x is quite tall as long as you are 5ft 7 or above you'll be fine cheers mark
Cracking as always sir.. I wonder if the different feeling from the other 500's is due to the different no of teeth of the front and rear sprocket? Bcoz this bike more focused on torque rather than top end..
Hi it's where you would refill the coolant after a coolant change. There will also be a coolant expansion chamber somewhere on the bike with a min max for top ups :) Cheers mark
The exhaust looks all wrong on that motorcycle but the Vance & Hines one would have looked right on the motorcycle but the rest of the motorcycle looks good.
Hi well they are both brilliant but if I went for this style of bike ...all I would do is potter / cruise around all day at 50/60 mph and for that the rebel would be great and the economy of up to 90 mpg would win it for me All the best mark
@@markpulling12 thanks a lot. I really like this bike and I would have money for it, but I was afraid it was too small for me .... Today I'm going to look for a test drive ...
No fucking way you will get 70 to 80 mpg riding hard. You might get 70 if you take it real easy. This guy is full of it. And I ride a 500 F. So I know.
@@boneseyyl1060 no it's all litres from the pumps ,has been for years but we still seem to like to refer to economy as mpg rather than miles per liter :). Cheers mark safe riding
I’ll be picking my Honda Rebel up onSaturday morning and cannot wait. Done refresher course to get my confidence flowing because it’s been over 25 years since I was last on a bike.😉
Born again virgin 🤭.
I had the first one registered and on the road in the UK, 2017. I had been looking to change from my 750 Honda shadow to something lighter. My partner new this might be suitable for me. The Rebel hit the showrooms on the Friday I bought mine on the Saturday morning. Love it ..changed the exhaust put some handlebar risers on to help with the reach added a couple of other bits. Taken it around the country done nearly 14, 000 miles, it's not missed a beat 😉 Great review love the fact you took on the motorway 😉
Thanks Susan ...yes I enjoyed the rebel ...I think all the Honda 500s are brilliant
Regards mark
I have a 2019 Honda rebel 500. I commute to work two hours a day over mountain pass on a twisty road and it does just fine. I found a lot of people underestimate this bike.
How do you like the seat for comfort, and suspension after 2hours.
I'm 60 and have ridden the full mashings over the years , I own a cmx 500 s just like this one , and its fab , all I need and more ....ride on 😎
Thank you Mark. Another great review. Honda still holds a very special place in my heart and this bike is yet another reason for that love and loyalty. Another bike, with the 500 twin, that I need to put on my test ride list! Thanks again! Be well and ride safe. God Bless!
My pleasure!
I'm starting to hate you? Every review you do, makes me want to buy the bloody motorcycle. Well done!
Haha John it's worse for me I don't want to give them back and I want them too :) .... especially this one
@@markpulling12 hehe
This is the best review from Rebel bike in youtube. Thanks. Completed, clear and good.
Thanks for the comment
Regards mark
I always liked the style of the CMX, I do hope the rumors of a bigger version with an Africa Twin based engine are correct. thanks for the review.
thanks stephen ..yes really enjoyed riding it ! cheers mark
So much better now, with stabilization on. The shaking goes away and the picture becomes clearer and more relaxed. Great video
Thanks Roy i wondered who d be the first to notice the new camera )
Thanks Mark
Great review and definitely a lovely bike if you fancy the retro style biking.
I personally wouldn't ride anything but a Honda, love em. Wow 90 mpg now that's economy and endless fun.
I love the looks of this bike!
No way does this bike get 90 mpg… I own one, and the best I get is 60. I do live in the mountains so that cuts down on my fuel efficiency somewhat. But nobody gets 90 miles per gallon in real world riding. Having said that, I love my rebel 500 and it is a great bike and compared to other mid weight bikes, it is very fuel efficient, very reliable, and lots of fun!
Thanks for the comment on vibration. They annoyed me a bit on the CB500x which I had to change to something like a cruiser (because of knee pain). Rebel is on the list!
Great review thanks - looks like I’ll be getting a Rebel this year....
Thanks great choice :)
extremel well done review by someone who understands bikes. all salient points covered. I felt I knew the bike quite well afterwards. thank you
Thanks for the nice comment :)
Regards mark
Audio quality sounds a lot better this video! Very enjoyable!
Thanks ..yes new camera and mic set up :)
Another great review Mark. What camera and mic did you upgrade to.
@@trevormercier9074 hi Trevor GoPro hero 7 Black and the mic is a helequip 3.1 from Texas usa! ! But I'm going to try a purple panda mic out as well over the next few weeks All the best mark
@@markpulling12 Thanks buddy your a gentleman
youtube is dangerous :) ..okay I had a Suzuki gt 100 back in the late 80s and a few other small bikes at the time, and this summer I did spot Honda Monkey 125, 2020, and yes I bought one, and I love it, here I am now I want a Rebel 500, or a Yamaha V-star Bobber 650 so much that it hurts, and I know how that going to end
I'm surprised Honda don't produce a sub 600cc single or twin in a conventional retro package.
A 600 rebel in the same package would be killer.
Thanks for another great review. I hope you can add to your list of future reviews the following bikes:
Royal Enfield Himalayan
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
KTM Duke 390
KTM 390 Adventure
Yamaha XSR700
Suzuki Katana
Ducati Scrambler Icon Dark
Ducati Scrambler Sixty2
Personally, it’s your enthusiasm for motorcycling that makes your reviews fun to watch. I was supposed to buy a bike this year but because of COVID19 I have to put everything on hold. Hopefully, next year will be better for everyone. Cheers!
Thanks for the kind words ...yes the royal enfields are on the list ...and the ktm 390 duke is one i cant wait to try ! regards mark
Another great review! I instinctively feel that thus far this bike has been underrated by the mainstream motorcycle media so thanks for reviewing it from the point of view of the average rider. That exhaust is the icing on the cake and an affordable addition given the low base price for the Rebel. So cards on the table, Mark, which of the four 500cc Honda bikes would you buy having tested them all now?
Hi phil....love them all but for my needs right now id buy the f model ...like the naked look and its handling :)
I agree all the seasoned motorcycle riders I meet say “oh it’s a great beginner bike, but you’ll outgrow it”. Then they actually ride it, and realize it rides nicer than their 750..
@@markpulling12 anything naked is good except for men.
My friend let me ride his cmx500 last week. We went on a little road trip North Manila. Definitely a fun little bike to ride. I would say a great starter bike for those getting into bigger bikes for the first time. Being such a low rider I found it was very stable at lower speeds, super easy to turn. The lack of RPM counter made me realize how much I usually check mine. The panel is hard to read in sunlight, which is a big factor out here in the Philippines. It would bother me in the long run if I owned this bike. I found the seat and riding position excruciating. I couldn't ride it for more than 2 hours at a time, especially for the knees. (I am 5'10) I found the saddle to be uncomfortable for the crotch area and the gearbox to be protruding a bit too much. It would be a very nice bike for a woman I think. It's got loads of character and a real joy to ride. I totally agree that this bike is happy around 60-65mph not really meant to ride faster than that I don't think.
Thanks for the great comment ☺️
Great Video Mark. It was good to have a chat with you. Hopefully I'll bump in to you again.
yes rich !! you too :)
Just put a deposit down on this here in Australia! My first real bike after being on a Vespa for 3 years - can't wait! Great review, hope it turns out to be a good purchase
Your going to love it georgie !
How are you enjoying it?
Thanks for the detailed review. The idea of buying this bike (would be my first motorcycle) is tickling the back of my mind though it yet remains a velleity. I don't plan any long rides, so I'm trying to decide between 300 and 500. I would definitely take a safety course and buy all the safety gear.
Other random observations: interesting how your units are a mix of standard and metric. Those hedgerows and trees are so close to the road! Not allowed here in the states for driving safety. Beautiful scenic roads and byways.
stay safe
Hi trenton ...yes this would be great for your first bike
Regards mark
Another excellent review MP. I like the Vulcan better tho. Cheers!
Great review as always Mark! One thing I’d love to see from your videos though is the footage being 60 FPS.
I've tried it Matt but my ageing laptop doesn't seem to process it at 60 fps ...it's all juddery...when I've got a few spare hours I'll look into it ... maybe I need a faster processor lol
mark pulling No worries mate. I’m a huge computer nerd so if you need any advice let me know. If your laptop is as old as you say though then you are most likely right about it being the CPU. It’s not essential anyway, but it would smooth out the awesome footage you upload if you’re able to replace your laptop in the future 👍
@@Matt-bj9vd it might actually work at 60 fps when I render it through power director ...it just won't play the raw footage at 60 straight after I download it from the GoPro...if that makes sense...cheers matt
mark pulling Btw it’s nice to see the Crescent Honda dealership getting some love. My first 2 bikes came from them, great bunch of guys. Also, do you plan on doing a review of the new Tiger 900? I have a 2019 Tiger 800 XRT and have been wondering if it’s worth the upgrade.
@@Matt-bj9vd yes I'd love to try the 900 but my usual 3x dealers have gone bust .. so I'll have to sweet talk and get in with destination triumph hants :). I reviewed a couple of the 800s they are great !
Amazing review watched this about 4 times and most of your reviews subscribed
Thanks for the sub regards mark
I just bought a 2021 CMX500A and would love to see more of reviews from your experience.
I totally agree with this video and funnily enough you mentioned everything I felt as I went for various rides......I got this exact same model.....I 'm 5'8" and it has a very comfortable ride....471cc engine very reliable, slipper clutch works beautifully and gear shifting is smooth as silk. The exhaust as standard is hideously ugly but I will change it to a twin exhaust as the finances get better. Seat is not that comfortable for long 3hr journeys but that as well can be increased with extra padding....
Thanks for the comment James :)
I am the same height as well and this looks like a perfect fit for me. I was thinking this one or the CB500 r but I think I want something a little more relaxing at 49 years of age. I'm still strong but the Rebel looks like it hits all the marks . I think I'm sold !
Great review ....I would love one of these even though I've got full licence and experienced rider.Just looks real fun.
id love one too kevin and ive been riding over 30 years all the best mark
@@markpulling12 Im 60 n been riding since I was 16 , ridden all sorts from Honda C90 to full power Kawasaki zzr1100 etc , I now own this exact bike and absolutely love it , if you are thinking of purchasing one , don't hesitate a joy to ride and easy to own .
Great review Mark. I am receiving mine on Wednesday can't wait. Would love to see you do a review of the rebel 1100 take care
Thanks Paul ....I'm planning on doing the rebel 1100 in the next few weeks
Regards mark
Hello Mark! I started watching this video at 480p, then 720p, and also 1080 just to try it out...
I could not handle the bloody video! It's full of framedrop, massive pixelization (specially in the motion footage), even watching it at top quality resolution (1080p).
When rendering a video, if you do it with a low "bps", it does not matter if the end result is Full HD or 4K, the lack of quality frames will render a video with really bad image quality, that gives us headaches thrying to focus the image in our heads 🤢 while (i suspect) you keep a small sized file in your HDD.
For instance, the "★ 2020 KAWASAKI VULCAN S REVIEW ★" has better frame rate and image quality than this video, and this one (★ 2020 HONDA CMX500 REBEL REVIEW ★) is more recent. That's odd.
Here's a secret, similar to what happens in facebook, everytime you upload a video into your channel, the yt server will cut a bit the image quality in order to make it occupy the less HDD space possible when storing it. That's why, if you download your own video from youtube in the best resolution, you get a video with way lesser quality than the original you have at home. So, what's the solution?
- Render your videos with much quality as possible, so the service server won't make your motion videos horrible to watch.
At least the sound was not that much affected, but it also gets quality decreased once it gets in the server. Since i could only hear you properly, i put it at 144p. Thank's for that great review! I like the Vulcan as well, specially its looks, but i rather a bike something more pragmatic and more economic for commuting and travelling across the country. It made my mind about this bike. I'm gonna buy the Special Edition, like that one with a headlight cowl.😎
Keep your social distance by riding your bike! Stay safe, mate! Cheers from Barnet! 😉
Hi thanks for the brilliant explanation.....what happened for me here was this ....up to the rebel video all my reviews were on my trusty hero 2 ,inc the Vulcan one you mentioned ...I bought a new hero 7....and the rebel video was my first time I used it for filming a review ...I rendered it in the usual way using my power director...and at the end when you get the choice of what format I chose the same as I always do which was windows ...once the video was produced I always watch the first few minutes to make sure it's ok ....in watching the non riding moving section all looked ok to me so I went ahead and uploaded it to TH-cam...it wasn't until someone commented about the laggy frame rate etc then I watched the riding section and saw the issue...I was going to delete it but as it happens it's had thousands of views and lots of mainly good comments hence why I left it on ! Lol
So .....from now on with a lot of research I realized I should have used the h264 format for my new GoPro 7 which is what I use now for all my recent videos and all is good now
Anyway thanks for the info
Regards mark
Hi Mark, another good review. It looks so small! If you were pushed, which do you prefer, this or the Kawa Vulcan 650? Ride safe.
Hi ...tough choice... probably the Vulcan is better ... but for me this type of bike would just be to Potter about on at 60 mph ish and with its 90 mpg economy I'd have to go for the rebel :)
@@markpulling12 Thanks Mark. So you liked both then! Ha-ha! Take care, ridesafe.
I question the availablity of tread 🤔, with supply line problems that may get even worse .
Very nice. I really love this bike. I think this will be perfect for me and planning to have one in the future. Thank you for the good reference since we are same in height.
Thanks rafael ....good choice ... great bike best wishes mark
I am also the same height and the beginning when it showed the rider sitting on the bike really helped me get a full grasp of the size and its perfect. This is the best review I have seen on this model. I think I have found my bike!
Original OEM exhaust looks better than that scorpion chrome one.
Honda Rebel 500 was an easy choice as it is about the only big motorbike my secretary could drive in the city as she is only 5 ' 1"
I actually prefer the looks and sound of the Honda standard exhaust.
A bit low for me, but the low-down grunt would be great for the city. Much improved back light which was the worse thing about the last model. If the seat was a bit higher and the pegs slightly further back, I may be tempted. They are quite cheap in Thailand. Even with a bad exchange rate, they are only about 5,500 GBP. My favourite of the Honda 500 series. I just wish they'd stick this engine in a CB500R.
Very thorough review.
Thanks greetings to thailand ! all the best mark
@@markpulling12 Thanks, Nick.
Enjoyed your review. Love that bike so much, I bought one... to be delivered early July. Would you recommend a windscreen for long distance trips? Any wind deflection from that small headlight cowl?
Hi dale . Yes great choice ...I found the wind blast to be fine as it's not a style of bike to go super fast on ...I wouldn't get a screen
Cheers mark
Nice review. I’m new to biking, bought a little Monkey 125 about 18 months ago. Love it but I think I’ll swap it for one of these next year.
Hi Tony yes you can't go wrong with one of these they are brilliant
Regards mark
Great Reviews
Which bike would you pick for a daily commute mix of motorway, dual carriage way & country roads with a bit of fun riding on the weekends CB650R, Z650, SV650 or MT-07 ? I am leaning towards the CB650R
Yes good choice Andy ....that's the only one there in your list that's got a nice 4 cylinder engine so that's good ! All the best mark
That's great Mark. Always enjoy your reviews. Thanks.
lovely thanks graeme !
I am considering getting this for my first motorcycle, what do you think or should I choose something else?
Hey lucine....yes this would be great for your first bike....it's nice and low and easy to handle for a beginner
Good luck.... mark
You should get a yamaha raider 😎👉👉
Well done, you will have to review the new Rebel 1100! Cheers from North Carolina.
Thanks... hopefully going to be testing that one soon regards mark
This would be an interesting bike to travel from Alaska to Argentina...
Sounds like an amazing trip !
Cheers mark
Great video, Mark! Which of the 500 line did you like the best? It seems like all of them are excellent bikes. I've been looking into the 500x/f and rebel and have been leaning towards the X due to its versatility and ride height (6'1"). Also, have you ridden the cb300r and if so what are your thoughts?
Hi matt no havent ridden the 300 yet ..they havent got a demo :( but yes for you at 6ft1 the x would be your best choice..i loved them all,as they all have different characters ..if i was buying one today for my needs id get the f model :)...cheers mark
Hi Mark
I am on a CBF125F at the moment but looking at my license for spring 2021. I love all the 500cc Hondas. If you were to buy one which would you choose and why?
I am 5.9. 30 inside leg but do have some lower back issues.
Great reviews. Regards
Hi Denis I love all the 500s ..I've had good experience with the x model ...but for me right now I'd go with the f model ... just because it's a little more sporty handling / fun in the twisties but still with that amazing economy but you can't go wrong with any of these all the best mark
@@markpulling12 thank you
Good review. You should test ride the Benelli Leoncino 500 and give us your comparison opinion in this 500cc range.
Ok thanks Gary ill have a good look into that one ☺️
Ahh so jealous 🥀 lovely bike
I am visiting Mark`s channel very often, and you know what?! There are more and more Hondas lately. ;) Joke. Thanks for such a nice review.
Thanks danijel :)
Another great review mark 👍
Another great review Mark. Camera work👌
Thanks Howard ....speak soon :)
Just watching this again to check the riding position. I have half an eye on the 1100 version. I bet that REALLY shifts.
Can't wait to try out the new 1100 version myself ...I think it uses the africa twin engine ... it comes out early next year thanks Mark
@@markpulling12 It does use the AT engine, and there's a DCT option.
Would you ever do a video on an older bike like a Honda Hornet? I’m thinking of getting one when I get my A2 and I’d love to see what you rhink
I don't suppose he'd be able to get hold of one.
The hornet cannot be limited for a2, at least in my country you can't limit bikes that are double or more kw than 35, unless you are referring to the new cb650f but I haven't heard anyone calling that bike 'Hornet' In any case if it's a Honda it's good. xD
yep I just found out I can’t restrict it down. Now I can’t find a cheap bike similar to it so I don’t know what do buy now
@@NEWmorganrf cbf 600 n Would be the one, but its not the same, its less sporty but good and reliable
Luis Alberto Pina Galvañ looks great thanks for the recommendation
give gap in commentary so we can hear exhaust sound🙂
Would love to see you review of a Indian scout bobber.
I've actually at some point got to go into my local indian dealership
I'll have a look !
Great review ! Question, what pants are you wearing ? You got my like and sub 😁
Hi Yash they are rst textile :)
All the best mark thanks for the sub
mark pulling Thank you so much ! They caught my eye 😂 Wonderful Content , can’t wait to see you big !
Great bike, especially for smaller folks and learners, wow great fuel mileage!
It gets amazing fuel mileage thanks John :)
@Rameez Sallay hi rameez yes you should be fine ...also try the Vulcan 650 if you want something a little bigger all the best mark
@Rameez Sallay I'm 5 ft 7
Nice review. I just wish honda would take the cb 650r's inline 4 650cc engine and create an inline 4 rebel 650... would rather have that than the rumored africa twin based rebel
Personally I don't think an inline 4 engine would suit this style of bike, the sound of a parallel twin suits better especially with an aftermarket end can like this one, it gives a classic sound if you will.
Cracking review Mark!! Loved it!
Thanks it was a good fun bike to ride :) All the best mark
Not a fan looks wise but the engine is excellent on all the 500 models, I’d go for the cb500x
Thanks Ian ...yes I think the x is probably the best all rounder :)
Hi Mark, you should ride review the Honda CB1000r neo sport cafe!
Yes it's on the list ...looks great :)
Such a cool looking bike. But I’m 6’3” and with that low of a seat height, I’d feel like I’m dragging my ass on the ground.
Yes bit low for you Mike !
Rev it up a bit, power is on the othet side
Really struggling to choose between the Rebel or the 500x for my first bike.
If you can Darren try and demo on both if your dealers are open ....they are both brilliant but very different ...the x is quite tall as long as you are 5ft 7 or above you'll be fine cheers mark
Hey mark, is it true that the rebel 1100 is coming soon and the engine is same with the Africa twin?
I hope so !
www.motorcyclenews.com/news/new-bikes/honda-rebel-1100/
Thanks Mark, great video.
Ok David thanks 😃
Do not and I mean do not stop making these videos please 😀
Great review Mark and a great bike...... But I'm 6ft.2 so not for me.
Mark, have you done a review on an Africa Twin?
Hi Nick not yet but it's coming soon as I'm working my way slowly through all the Hondas :)
Quick question - does the bike have any form of storage anywhere? just for small items/tool kit/wallet ect??
There is a tiny bit of storage under the seat ;)
OMGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG I want one so badly, but my responsibilities tell me I can't :+:(
Get one, you only live once lol .
Nice job. Sounds good.
Damn the bike looks good but i'm 1.87cm (6.15 ft) height and 95 kilos weight idk if it is going to be that comfortable for me .
It depends how long your legs are, I've seen 6 foot 2 people with longer body and shorter legs lol
you will see sudden spike from India for this video... cause this is launching here on 30th september.
Ok thanks for the info aabra :)
Cracking as always sir.. I wonder if the different feeling from the other 500's is due to the different no of teeth of the front and rear sprocket? Bcoz this bike more focused on torque rather than top end..
Hi ...yes to sprockets plus also fuel mapping ,valve timing etc thanks again mark
I know this sounds stupid but what is the cap on the radiator
Hi it's where you would refill the coolant after a coolant change. There will also be a coolant expansion chamber somewhere on the bike with a min max for top ups :)
Cheers mark
What was the LCD like please :) heard its dim in certain lighting. Thanks
Hi Alex in super direct sunlight you may struggle a little bit but for the most part it's east to read :)
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 Great thanks for the info. Picking one up next week. Hopefully :))
The exhaust looks all wrong on that motorcycle but the Vance & Hines one would have looked right on the motorcycle but the rest of the motorcycle looks good.
as a 1st time rider after passing test do you think it is the best starter bike im 5ft 6,lol
Hi Darren yes it would fit you perfectly but then so would the 500f and the cbr as they have quite low seats aswell ...good luck ! All the best mark
I think Honda have a better styling philosophy than Yamaha. Yes, Yamaha's cross plane engine is superior, but the rest is lacking IMO.
43 BHP ffs pull of at a round about must be hard.
If you had to choose one, this or the 2020 Vulcan S, mate?
Hi well they are both brilliant but if I went for this style of bike ...all I would do is potter / cruise around all day at 50/60 mph and for that the rebel would be great and the economy of up to 90 mpg would win it for me All the best mark
@@markpulling12 Thank you, mate. Wonderful review as always. I thoroughly enjoy and appreciate your insights. Ride safe and cheers!
It's a shame that the seat is so low ... it would be an instant buy for me ...
Yes joao....these are very low
Best regards mark
Hi 👋 which rebel did you like the most
Hi Trevor the 1100 ....but value for money , economy and general pottering about on the 500 is great 👍
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 thank you I agree
A beautiful bike !!
Thanks Jean ....I really enjoyed riding it All the best mark
What other colours does it come in
4:16
Here you go
Regards mark
That silver exhaust does not look good on that at least it should be black.
I'm 5'10 should I get the rebel 500 or should I opt for taller motorcycles?
You'll be ok height wise ...but definitely look at the 500x aswell as it's taller cheers mark
@@markpulling12 thanks mate. Appreciate it
The good thing about being 5'10 is that you fit on everything well.
Can you review the Rebel 1100?
Hopefully soon Paul when the dealerships re open after the lockdown :)
Would this be ok for bigger guys 5'10 31" inside leg 122 kg or feel too cramped
Yes you'd be ok on it because there is lots of leg room as your legs are stretching out forward
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 even with mid control still a bit of stretch on the legs?
@@MT-qf7nu yes I'm sure you'll be ok ..your 3" taller than me and I felt fine .. .another bigger choice is the Vulcan 650 :)
@@markpulling12 👍 was looking at the Vulcan but prefer the look of the rebel
nice bike but sounds horrible honda should have made the crank 270 deg
Thanks Jason ...agree 270 cranks sound the best :)
I'm 5'10, am I too big for this bike
Hi no it will be fine :)
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 thanks a lot. I really like this bike and I would have money for it, but I was afraid it was too small for me .... Today I'm going to look for a test drive ...
Its all subjective but in my humble opinions this is the ugliest bike in the entire Honda line up
For me the best One
@@konstantinw.1036 That's cool it would be a boring old world if we all liked the same. Enjoy 👍
I own one, and I agree they are very much an acquired taste
Better than overpriced Harley Davidson?
I think they are great value for money .... lovely bike to ride All the best mark
Right that’s it ❗️I’m buying one 🤔🤷🏼♂️😂🤣😂🤣💵💵💵 $10,000 Aud Ride away
Great choice Tim
👍 👍 👍 😷
No fucking way you will get 70 to 80 mpg riding hard. You might get 70 if you take it real easy. This guy is full of it. And I ride a 500 F. So I know.
That's still good mileage and one of the the many things I like about these bikes. ;)
Uk gallons are bigger than usa gallons .... maybe that's the case here
@@markpulling12 Most likely. I am Canadian so we use the same. But it's all litres here now. You guys still use gallons??
@@boneseyyl1060 no it's all litres from the pumps ,has been for years but we still seem to like to refer to economy as mpg rather than miles per liter :). Cheers mark safe riding
Riding normally around the town they will return 3.0 L/100 km, giving it some welly on twisty hills roads around 4.5 - 4.8L/100 km.
A nice change from all those Yankee stand-up comic wannabees...
We must be talking stupid yammie noob here.
Love your reviews, but that bike is the worst thing I've ever seen.😟
Haha ...no probs ..everyone to their own ...I must admit it does look quirky :)
@@markpulling12 I think the Vulcan S you reviewed a while back is a much better option.👍
Old Harley guy?