Is The Rebel 1100 A Good Beginner Bike?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 21 ก.พ. 2023
- Are you wondering if the Rebel 1100 is good bike for you? In this video
I give you my review of being a beginner starting on the Rebel 1100. Hopefully this video will help you make your decision. Thanks for watching
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All you were saying about buying the bike so you didn't want to upgrade was the same for me. Had it in rain mode for at least 3 months. Then opened her up on sport mode and loved it. Honestly the bike has enough tech to handle anything well if you're responsible. Too bad the only thing they missed were auto cancelling turn signals. Waiting for it to finally stop raining all the time or being cold in Ohio. Need to get the riding season started off strong.
Tomorrow is supposed to be 75 where I’m at in West Virginia
This is what I was debating... I'm 6'3" so I think the 500 is too small.... Also in Ohio. Also must of my friends do not live near me.
Thank you for making this video! I’m looking into getting this same bike as a new rider
Of course I think it’s a good fit for a lot of people. I’d take the msf course first so you are familiar with everything first then go get the bike it will help a lot
Hi Jeremiah, I fully agree with you. For beginners I would recomend to go Rain-Standard-Sport or personalized User mode ať the end. This is too powerfull to have fully loaded 1100 for rookie...... I have began on Vulcan S and it was really good training for Rebel 1100. Have a Nice day
Thank you for commenting about how it works for your size! I'm about the same and have been wondering about it because of all the videos about putting different shocks on these motorcycles. Most riders in these vids seem to be around 180 lbs.
Of course I want to help as many people as possible and be honest with my weight and height so people can know if it’s good for them
I rode few bikes before own a rebel1100.. for 3 years, one of them was a NC750 DCT. Im still pretty much a beginer and i would agree that a rebel1100 its a perfect bike for beginers. Will save you a lot of money on the long run, i rode a rebel300 for less than 1k miles ahah
Nice that’s what I didn’t want to happen so I’m glad I did what I did
Rebell 1100 which one would you say is better, the Nc750x or the Rebel 1100? I'm trying to decide between the two for a good highway commuter bike
@@afocusedsouljah if you prefer a cruiser yes the rebel could be a better option for your taste.
As a bike... i think the nc750 its a better bike.
140kmh on the rebel its a pain.. on the nc you can handle easely 170kmh with a nice fairing, but mainly comfort and wind on the legs NC its better.
On the rebel you have a 200km fuel range, on the nc you have almost double.
Nc its more fuel efficient (smaller bike.. of course lol)
Nc has a helmet compartment.. very usefull.
However i love my rebel design and hate NCs design, already own the rebel for a bit more than a year and didnt have courage to sell my NC yet.. its such a perfect bike. I know few people who have NC750 2014 dct.. still running like new after 200.000km
For higway.. you have better HP on the rebel yes.. but NC better to keep the speed. Comfort, dynamics, range NC its better, i think at the end will be more about your ^looks^ preference)
(sorry for my english, i hope can understand ahah)
The NC750 and Rebel 1100T DCT were the two bikes I was deciding between. The Rebel won out primarily based on looks. I do think that helmet compartment would be super nice.
I agree with you. I just got my rebel1100 2023 4 days ago. I passed my msf course. Having DCT will help me be aware of my surroundings better. I dont have to worry about 2 other controls. Even with 1000ccs, i can grow into.
Saw the 500 and 300 and 1100 next to each other... 500 looked like a baby bike for a guy my size (6 1 200lbs).
Decided to get 1100 dct and do not regret it at all.
That’s awesome. Ride safe and enjoy my friend!
There's a size difference ？
@xPRINCEOFDEATH yeah. I would recommend going to your local bike shop and check it out before ordering.
@thetsoe5318 Unfortunately, I have to ship one since all the ones around me are overpriced. I'm 6"3 tho and I hear the 1100 just feels wider so I think I want it
@xPRINCEOFDEATH yeah definitely recommend it. It's a good looking chunky and quick bike. With your height, you must go with 1100. 500 too small. It is wider and in my opinion it looks good.
No, it's not a great beginner bike. I've been riding bikes for over 40 years and this is not for beginners. The power on this bike can quickly get you into trouble when you are an inexperienced rider. The bike has a tendency to kick out around corners when given some power and the throttle is quite quirky which can cause you to accidently give too much power at slow speed. Yes, you can put the bike in rain mode to really limit it but who really is going to do that for very long? There is a reason Honda makes a Rebel 300 and 500. The 1100 was brought out specifically for Rebel owners and fans who were ready to move from beginner bikes up to a more powerful bike.
The bike also has a speed wobble problem at speeds over 80mph which some say can be fixed by a change of tires but most new owners don't immediately put new rubber on a brand new bike. Speed wobbles are extremely dangerous for newer riders as they will not know how to react to this and I can attest to the fact that the first time it happens to you it is quite scary. Again, there is a reason why this bike has a speed limiter on it.
I always tell people to go out and buy yourself a used cheap bike that is small and easy to handle for your first year or so to get confidence and to keep insurance low while you are a novice. Once you are confident, go on some ride days to try out different bikes and then make your investment because as a new rider you really have no idea what you are going to like other than what you think looks cool. (What looks cool often is not what you end up liking) If you are a very mature rider who will truly respect the power and quirks of this bike you may have the discipline to keep in in dumbed down mode for your own safety but most people don't fall into this category.
This bike is a joy to own but it is a torquey bike designed to cruise with performance bike type handling. I can ride this bike like a sport bike through the curves when I feel like it which was important as I moved from sport bikes to this. It's quite heavy for it's size and I truly believe this should never be your starting bike. Just my opinion.
I agree with you I didn’t want to get a 500 and upgrade in 3 months. I knew that I could be mature and disciplined myself to keep it in rain mode until I was ready.
I’ve never got the speed wobbles myself and I’ve taken the bike to 95 on the highway. I have heard a lot of people say that tho.
Other than that I agree with you. Everyone is different. I knew this bike would work for me and my situation so I went for it. Thanks for your comment it is good to have another option for people to read. 🤘🏻
Wow, your reply was super helpful. I'm a senior rider, have an NC750xd, but want something a bit more cruiser-type. I've been looking at this bike but wasn't sure if it would be too powerful for me. I like that it has DCT and cruise control! Bonus!
Yeah I know a ton of people that love and have the dct and it works for them. I just like the manual for myself.
Thank you for this. I am thinking of getting a ducati 1100 and plan to use rain mode only for 3-6 months (or longer if i think i need it). This makes me think being responsible and going this route isn't a stupid endeavor. Thanks again. I look forward to joining the squid team by the end of the year.
Awesome 👏🏻 yeah it’s a good way to ease yourself in to it
I’m the 189th subscriber, I enjoy your videos.
Thank you I appreciate it.
Nice review keep up the good work
Thanks, will do!
I did the same thing you did but with a indian scout rogue I had never touched a bike and did the msf course after that my bike got here in November. I didn't wanna get a low end bike then regret it. I take it slow and it's still in break in mode. The dealership dropped it off to my house guy rode it to the house which was only like 10 miles. Good luck and be safe!
That’s awesome my friend. In my opinion it’s the best way to start. I could’ve asked for a better way to start
Good video, wish you luck with your TH-cam channel, keep it up!
Thank you so much I appreciate it
I suppose I'm just commenting to add another vote of "aye". Rebel 1100 manual is the first bike I've owned (about 4 months now) and I'm really enjoying it. Drove it off the lot in Rain Mode then switched to the other modes a short time later as my confidence built. I had ridden a bit when I was in my teens (mostly dirt bikes) but essentially a brand new rider.
Yeah I think it’s a good beginner bike. You just have to take your time and skill will come with time. It take self discipline to not go 70 miles an hour around a corner or anything like that. I’m glad you love your rebel. 😀
Totally subbed, you definitely deserve it
Thank you my friend 🙌🏻
I’m going through the exact same process, where I’m about to take my MSF course but have really settled on the 1100 but don’t know if it’s “beginner bike” material! Thank you for this video. I have a couple questions.
For someone like me who’s very new to bikes and doesn’t really understand cc’s, is 1100cc too much power for a beginner? I keep seeing comments and posts on Reddit or other YT videos where experienced riders kinda shame new riders for learning on something over 500 or 650cc.
Is the DCT quick to adjust when you brake for an unexpected slowdown? I live in a big Midwestern city with plenty of bad drivers that I’ve had to brake for quite often in my car.
Can you take off the front “nose”? I love the look of the headlight cowl on the Rebel 500 and manual 1100 and just think the DCT one looks so doofy.
1100 is a lot of power to get used to but it depends on the weight of the bike. The rebel is around 500 pounds so a bike that weighs 700 pounds at 1100cc is going to perform different.
The rebel is and isn’t a beginner bike. You have to factor in cost and the power and your personal ability. I took the msf course and I didn’t have any experience in between. And I rode the bike home. So each person is different. When I went into the msf course I did a lot of research on how everything worked. I’m also a musician and I play drums so I’m used to using all 4 my limbs. So whenever you do your course I think afterwards you will get a good feel if you are comfortable riding a rebel 1100. There is no shame in getting a rebel 300 or 500 to have less power and it cost less too. I just had a goal in my mind and set it to that and did it.
I don’t have a DCT model so I can’t speak for that. But I know a lot of riders that have them and they live in the city and don’t seem to have that many problems.
As far as the fairing/nose as you are referring to I believe.. it doesn’t come with that, it is an added feature. I installed mine myself so yes it can not have that on there if you choose. That’s the great part about bikes is everyone has their own idea of what the want their bike to look like.
Hope this helps. Let me know if you have any further questions.
It is good for beginers and for advanced. Rain beginer, sport adavance. My guy in the video says it kike it is. Am HD rider and i find myself more on the 1100 to relax, cause is soneasy to boss around. Just does what you think.
Cool video!! How do all you moto vlogers record with your external cameras but keep the wind noise down yet still hear the sound of motor and shifting?
Microphone inside the helmet right inside the cheek pad.
I'm in the same boat, just got a 23" in the metallic green *basically black o.O* which is my 1st bike, these are a dream to ride, just throw it in rain mode and go, get use to the throttle etc and change the modes when your ready, and tbh rain mode has a ton of power when you actually need it.
Also! for anyone doing there own oil changes *I would it saves you a TON of $$$* on the DCT models, the DCT oil filter *it'll be the smaller filter on the side* don't go by what the manual says for the torque settings when tightening down the bolts, instead tighten them down to 5-6 NM, Not foot pounds, the manual says 9 foot pounds of torque, how ever that is actually wrong as those bolts will Snap at that point, I ended up snapping a bolt and had to replace them. They're M6x18mm, replaced mine with titanium bolts lolz.
Dang that’s nuts and that wasn’t meant as a pun either. That sucks I’ll probably be changing my oil soon.
I just passed my MSF course and this bike is definitely the top contender for my first bike
Dude that’s awesome congrats! Happy early welcome to the family
I have known guys that dropped $30k on a HD Road Glide as thier beginner bike. Also have known guys that bought a 250 bike for $200. Depends on you. Myself, I would rather drop a $200 bike than a $30k bike.
Oh for sure I get that totally
Hi , I just want you to know that I was on a fence which to buy 1100 or 500 cc Rebel. Thank you a lot for this video and will be buying 1100 one . Have a good one , regards from Croatia.
Glad to hear it. I know you will love it. It’s an amazing bike.
I tested the 500 and inwas able to push it to 75 full twist. So the 1100 and it was on 75 at 3/4 twist.
❤ At first pull. I am in 200lbs high amd, it toys with on sport mode. So yes is ❤, glad i did not get the HD Iron. I tes tdrove it and somehting was not right.
Had a rebel 110 DCT - BEWARE
I owned a rebel 1100 DCT for a couple of months and had a major, major problem. I had my bike service at 450 miles. On my ride home I noticed that the bike DCT transmission was engaging while I was stopped. I ignored the issue hoping that it was an one off. After riding the bike for ~200 miles the DCT transmission engaged again while I was stopped and the bike transmission/power over rode the braking system (Front and Back brakes) and took off. I tried with all of my energy to stop the bike but it wouldn't hold. I ended up crashing into a wall, broke a couple of ribs and my collar bone. I do not know if this has happened to anyone else? There is no clutch to override so BEWARE and practice hitting the kill switch!
I’ve had the manual transmission so I haven’t had that happen to me. I’m sorry that happened to you
old fart here 62 yrs old retired looking to ride a motorcycle for the first time.. I have allocated 1k in gear more than half of that towards a helmet. I am looking for the one bike to own and thats it. I am not looking for a sport bike cause I am old and have no business trying to look cool for other ppl to flex on. Been told to stay away from Harley's and stick with Kawasaki/Honda, I don't want to get the Rebel 300 or 500 and after riding it for a year and get rid of it. I am considering getting the 1100 DCT version ride it in rain mode for a year or until I get my comfort and skill level and switch it to sport mode. So what do you think ? or the Honda NC750x DCT ?
I just road the DCT for the first time this weekend and it was so easy to ride. I don’t think the weight of the bike is hard to get used to at all. If you take it easy and learn with the bike slowly you will be fine in rain mode. It’s a great way to work you into the bike. Install some crash/engine guards for more peace of mind. Hope this helps!
I've been riding for so long I have forgotten what it's like to be a beginner rider. Either that or I'm just so old I'm forgetting everything. One of the last bikes I bought I did a wheelie pulling out of the dealership. LOL
I bet they were like don’t wreck that new bike lol.
Do you like your windshield thincking of gething this option
I do like it I just wish it was taller so in the future im going to just be changing out the winscreen. Not the bat wing.
Thinking of getting this bike for my first bike 😅
That’s awesome. It’s a really fun bike and I hope you love it 😊
Would like to see tight U turns and Fig 8 and slow races on this
I can easily do figure 8’s and u-turns on this. Just takes practice is all 🤙🏻
I want this bike in the 1100T but unfortunately I went to 8 dealers between 2 states and all they have is the DCT. They are all waiting for the manuals to come in. So I guess I will have to wait.
Where are you located? I know a dealer that has one close to me
@therideofalifetime I'm in Maine. Been through everything within a 2hr drive of me. I went to a few out in New Hampshire today and it's the same story. Unfortunately there calling for another double-digit snowfall Monday night into Tuesday. So my riding season will have to wait.
@@Justin-tp3lr dang I’m sorry there is one is Marietta Ohio at Big Hometown motorsports.
In the states the 1100T is not coming in manual, at least in this years model. You can get the 1100 in a manual tho
@@FrostyDeagz yeah it’s a dct I misspoke
Can you take the m1 test with this
I’m not sure on that tbh
I like it but being 6ft and sitting on it, it felt really cramped :/.
I totally understand that. I will probably in the future but some risers and something to maybe make it more forward controls
Same here, comming and just put forward control, raised the bars, ebgine guard with foots pegs as well and man is just perfect for 6'. 82hp pull me like am nothing, and i am 275lbs.
I've seen a lot of people say you can take the 500 on the highway no problem but you're the first to say not that long. Why?
I’m just a bigger guy is all so I didn’t want to get the 500 and feel like I’m maxed out all the time I wanted something capable of handling my weight at the same time be able to give me more.
@@therideofalifetime I feel that 100% I am 5'11/230lbs and I worry about to I currently found a 1100 for a reasonable price might finally make the jump
@@N0izyb0i if you can do it do it it’s a fantastic bike
i would say no.
A first beginner bike should be an old Vstar. Easy to find, fairly cheap and you WILL drop your first bike,
Get the 500 or.....the Honda shadow 750
The bike is over $12k out of the door, its not. That's a lot of money to spend on something, a new rider might damage.
Depends on how smart you are with the bike
@@therideofalifetime IIt's not about smart or not you gonna make a tiny mistake and you're down and it's very easy to do a "tiny" mistake if you new to riding, some low cc bikes forgive you those "tiny" mistakes but more powerful bikes wil get you down really fast
Is so stable that, it amazes me, hoe little efor i put in controling it. Is 3K more than a chewp bike, but i thing is a beginer bike, well designed.
Big boy lol
A 500cc would do at least 90mph
Not with my weight lol and i was meaning more of the Rebel 300 when I said that.
Jeezus dude get to the point man. But anyway... but anyway... but anyway...
This was in my first batch of videos I’ve gotten better about that
Is this full automatic??no need for changing gear manualy?
This is the manual version