I truly miss this very informative, concise and articulate gentleman’s videos!!! I have found his videos to be extremely helpful to me as a new Honda Rebel 1100 DCT owner. This video for instance, has given me outstanding advice about issues with the Rebel 1100 that hasn’t been addressed or mentioned in any of the many videos I’ve watched about this bike! If by chance you read my comment, please continue to grace your subscribers with your knowledge and expertise. Thank you so much. 👍
Great to hear! I feel bad about not adding new videos for a while. Here's what happened I took on a part-time teaching job at Northeastern University's Oakland campus. The pursuit of supplementary income has cut into my free time and put my TH-cam video production on temporary pause. I realize it's not ideal, but I'll get back to uploading new videos next summer, after the teaching gig ends. I have several new projects percolating in the back of my mind.
I'm about to test ride a 1100 Rebel and although I've been riding bikes on and off for 30 years I still found your suggestions very informative. Especially the comment about accidentally downshifting and accidental throttle. Thanks for the video and the time you put in! I guarantee this video will help more than one person avoid mistakes, especially ones they didn't even realize existed!
perhaps the accidental throttle can be addressed by programing in some slack to allow say a 1/8 inch of movement without activating the throttle, or invoke such when the brake is applied.
I subscribed, Steve. I'm about your age and bought a 1100DCT in 2021. Great bike and I love it. I live down in Florida and ride almost every day. You are 100% right on the twitchy throttle and the accidental down-shifting. I've done both of those more than once. The ankle grabber I've avoided unintentionally because I bought a Two Brothers Racing exhaust and it rides higher by design. I ride carefully and I'm the guy actually doing the speed limit (or maybe 5 over, max). I'm in no hurry and really enjoy the ride. Thank you for the video and I'll be watching for your next offering. Thanks again. Eric in Kissimmee, Florida.
Thanks for the feedback. I'm thinking about the Two Brothers Exhaust. I like the look of the low mount version best. Do you have that one or the upswept design?
I bet the accidental throttle issue would be horribly dangerous for a Harley rider riding the DCT. Every Harley rider I have ever seen tends to blip the throttle just to make noise at a stop light.
Well maybe not all of them. Riders can always click the DCT into manual mode with a flick of the right thumb so they can nervously rev the engine at stop lights. Personally, I prefer to take my hands off the grips then sit back to relax while waiting for the green. No need to fish for neutral, and the bike is always ready to leap into action when the light changes.
I put my bike in neutral when maneuver backing into parking spcae. I found if I turn the bar all the way to the left I'll accidentally give some throttle. That will wake you up !!
Super enlightenment. When I looked at which one to choose and after trying driving them both 2 that was it with downshifting became my choice of manual gear. i really like your videos
I need more information about this from you. I don't know what a "clutchless lever" is. I'm not sure how you would link such a control to your transmission. The motorcycle is easy enough to shift into neutral, but I don't usually find a need to do that. Maybe I should. Perhaps one of our subscribers could enlighten me.
If you are engaging the throttle when reaching for the front brake, then might i suggest that your front brake needs adjusting in terms of its position relative to the bars and throttle. Try raising or lowering the brake lever such that you can smoothly move from the throttle to the brake without inadvertently moving the throttle.
That was the 11th commandment that God forgot to chisel onto the stone tablets. Keeping the right foot on the peg is a terrific idea, but I can't envision in a world populated by 8 billion people how every rider of motorcycles can always keep the right foot off the ground.
Thank you for this video! I am in the market for a Rebel 1100T DCT and your's is the first video I have come across that mentions those issues (and I have watched a lot of them). Great to know info!
Great video Papa Steve, So I found that you can help keep from 2 of these bad safety mistakes with one tip. Keep your right foot on the peg. This keeps you from getting the ankle pinned as well as you are able to use the foot brake when accidently hitting the throttle. I have hit the throttle twice my first month of owning the DCT while at a stop or getting ready to stop putting down both feet while maneuvering the bike. I'm an experienced rider with over 15 years of riding but still a learning curve without the clutch. Yep just something to think about and getting used to.
Steve, I have a question: does this bike’s throttle have a slack when you throttle, allowing you to rev without actually accelerating (i own a scooter and thise types have cvts and has a small slack that allows you to rev without actually accelerating) or is the acceleration instantaneous?
That right foot is problem. I've changed to a Two Brothers exhaust, so I don't have that worry anymore. I think the TB exhaust looks better on the bike.
accidental throttle happened to be due to grip strips on my gloves, after riding in the warmer weather with summer gloves they " stuck " to the throttle and when I pulled my hand off the throttle it turned and the bike lurched forwards, those gloves are in the bin now and the new summer gloves have normal leather only palms and not the "sticky " type.
No. The downshift paddle is always available. I chose the cruise control example because accidentally hitting the downshift while in cruise control is more likely to surprise the rider.
DCT presque tous à la vente en occasion en France, tout le monde préfère boite mécanique = 10kg de moins, 1000€ moins, moins d'entretien, démarre si panne de batterie sur la vitesse, plaisir de conduite, on trouve moins cher d'occasion même année dct que méca chez nous , c'est dire ! pour le pot changer le silencieux pour meilleur son et moins de gène, mettre aussi selle mustang pour confort ! Bonne journée!!!!
I love your videos Papa Steve. I ride a few different brands of bike and I love my 1100 DCT. You are an entertaining and informative guy. Thanks for making these videos.
@@papastevesgarage sure, all I did was take off the muffler after the catalytic converter. I’m coming from the CMX 500, model year 2020 camp and I’ve found that it sounds just fine with no muffler… it sounds just like the little “shorty GP” slip on muffiler they sell for $40. The shorty GP is a joke don’t buy it… If I want to be quiet I’ll just throw the muffler back on. But most times I’m wearing ear plugs and over 60 mph the wind noise is greater than the engine. Also with it out of the way I do not have the heel pinch problem, when I put the muffler back on it happens at least once each ride. And I can throw it up on the paddock stand with no problem with the exhaust off.
Cool video and all are facts. I got 9,000 miles on my Rebel and learned all that what you just said in the first week. But I know better now and I love the bike in the manual custom mode.
Ankle snagger: new exhaust pipe, like V&H or 2 bros, downshift maybe a piece like clip to disable the button or ideally is to disable the button electronically. Accidental throttle, maybe a deadzone, like loosening the accelerator cable? Bro, I know nothing about bikes but I hope it can be done.
The Rebel 1100 is an excellent choice. Even though it's marketed as a cruiser, it also has some sport bike characteristics that enhance the excitement of riding it. Check in when you get your new one.
@@papastevesgarage Less than 24 hours after I saw this video I experienced getting my ankle caught under the exhaust. All I could say was "Steve was right" Now I'm mentally reminding myself to avoid that foot placement
I got a fix remove the mufler, lol😂, nice videos got one 1100 because of your post. Great bike. All your point are in the money, had the same issues, i wish them botons had illumination. without it gloves i can ride at night wirh no issues. My borton problem start when i got them supper safe gloves who dont break in no matter what i do. The solution was getting less safe thinner gloves or not wearing anyat all, then i can find the buttons in the dark with ease. The uncle snager can be inproved by giving your rear shot two turns, in my case it did wounders with my uncle and and hard bump issue.
Had that accidental throttle happen to me twice! Felt like the throttle had stuck. I didn’t crash but put the fear of God in me! I think I might have to release he throttle and gently reapply the break! It felt like riding a bucking horse. The reason I didn’t crash was luck and I held onto the break but the wheel kept going! Kind of weird and scary. Any more tips would be appreciated Steve, thanks!
I'm glad you're safe. The "live" throttle is problem. I love the DCT anyway, but even when I'm aware of the issue and cautious, I occasionally bump the throttle. One time I was close enough to the van in front of me that my tire hit its bumper. No damage to van or bike, but unnerving. I stay well back from the car in front of me at stop lights now.
@@papastevesgarage the only thing I can think of is to shift the bike to Neutral when coming to a stop. I accidentally bumped the throttle twice while driving my new DCT back from the showroom. Its kinda scary if you are not cautious!
Welcome to my Garage channel. I'm working on a video that tries to tell you everything you need to know about the DCT. It's a daunting project. In the meantime, check out my sister channel: Cruisin' with Papa Steve. You can find it at https th-cam.com/channels/2eauOSTvc39RyL7QSMEdZA.html
Dude I've been riding since 1978 when I was 11. It was a moped and I was on private property but still. I bought my first real bike with my money when I began working back in 1990. Now I'm not an expert, I'm not some Moto GP rider but I do know a thing or two about bikes. Also I currently own a Rebel 1100. Now I'm 5 foot 10 and you've been claiming some pretty nonsensical stuff about this bike like ankle snags and what not, it makes me ask myself if you know how to ride. Take care. Mike.
I suspect you're pulling my leg, but to clarify. The Rebel 1100 "wheelie control" is designed to keep the front wheel on the ground, not help you keep the wheel in the air while preventing from tipping over. The Rebel 1100 would not be my choice of motorcycles if doing wheelies was my thing. It's a cruiser, not a sport bike. Turn off the Torque Control and the 1100 has enough power and torque to get a bit of a front wheel lift, at least with the manual transmission version. I can't attest to the DCT version. The DCT is what I have, and I don't plan to try it.
Others have expressed a similar viewpoint. I think the Rebel 1100 is an outstanding motorcycle. I should have stressed that more forcefully. The test for me, though, is whether the same rider on a different bike would encounter the same problems. Then clearly the issues would be the rider's. If the issues are unique to the Rebel 1100, then Honda could and should tweak them.
@@papastevesgarage Actually I don't ride that aggressively. No wheelies or burnouts. I just like to have the bike setup like the older bikes (b4 electronic throttle control)
I wouldn't call it scary. The DCT is usually well behaved. It's best to be forewarned about the occasional quirk, though. I've heard from some DCT owners who always ride in manual mode so they can routinely control shifts. In manual mode, the transmission only downshifts automatically when the bike is slowing and engine speed requires a lower gear. Manual clutch-free up and down shifting is blindingly fast with a DCT. I'm lazy, so I stay in automatic mode most of the time.
Thanks for sharing. I've gotten some flack for pointing out these 1100 safety issues. My theory is that it is better for riders to be forewarned than for them to be making an unexpected trip to the emergency room.
I truly miss this very informative, concise and articulate gentleman’s videos!!! I have found his videos to be extremely helpful to me as a new Honda Rebel 1100 DCT owner. This video for instance, has given me outstanding advice about issues with the Rebel 1100 that hasn’t been addressed or mentioned in any of the many videos I’ve watched about this bike! If by chance you read my comment, please continue to grace your subscribers with your knowledge and expertise. Thank you so much. 👍
Great to hear!
I feel bad about not adding new videos for a while. Here's what happened I took on a part-time teaching job at Northeastern University's Oakland campus. The pursuit of supplementary income has cut into my free time and put my TH-cam video production on temporary pause.
I realize it's not ideal, but I'll get back to uploading new videos next summer, after the teaching gig ends. I have several new projects percolating in the back of my mind.
I'm about to test ride a 1100 Rebel and although I've been riding bikes on and off for 30 years I still found your suggestions very informative. Especially the comment about accidentally downshifting and accidental throttle. Thanks for the video and the time you put in! I guarantee this video will help more than one person avoid mistakes, especially ones they didn't even realize existed!
Have fun! The Rebel 1100 has some great safety features, despite the several issues I covered.
perhaps the accidental throttle can be addressed by programing in some slack to allow say a 1/8 inch of movement without activating the throttle, or invoke such when the brake is applied.
Thanks for your input. In the meantime, caution is prudent.
I subscribed, Steve. I'm about your age and bought a 1100DCT in 2021. Great bike and I love it. I live down in Florida and ride almost every day.
You are 100% right on the twitchy throttle and the accidental down-shifting. I've done both of those more than once. The ankle grabber I've avoided unintentionally because I bought a Two Brothers Racing exhaust and it rides higher by design.
I ride carefully and I'm the guy actually doing the speed limit (or maybe 5 over, max). I'm in no hurry and really enjoy the ride. Thank you for the video and I'll be watching for your next offering.
Thanks again.
Eric in Kissimmee, Florida.
Thanks for the feedback. I'm thinking about the Two Brothers Exhaust. I like the look of the low mount version best. Do you have that one or the upswept design?
I bet the accidental throttle issue would be horribly dangerous for a Harley rider riding the DCT. Every Harley rider I have ever seen tends to blip the throttle just to make noise at a stop light.
Well maybe not all of them. Riders can always click the DCT into manual mode with a flick of the right thumb so they can nervously rev the engine at stop lights. Personally, I prefer to take my hands off the grips then sit back to relax while waiting for the green. No need to fish for neutral, and the bike is always ready to leap into action when the light changes.
I put my bike in neutral when maneuver backing into parking spcae.
I found if I turn the bar all the way to the left I'll accidentally give some throttle. That will wake you up !!
I've done the same thing. Caution is a learned behavior.
Super enlightenment. When I looked at which one to choose and after trying driving them both 2 that was it with downshifting became my choice of manual gear. i really like your videos
Thanks for sharing! I'd like to try a manual 1100 sometime.
👏👏👏 Excellent video and a must watch for new 1100 owners. Thank YOU.
Glad you enjoyed it!
angle snagger… an other reason to best to always keep only left foot down and right foot on break
Thanks for the feedback.
Or get rid of stock exhaust
For accidental throttle, would a clutchless lever work on the left grip to disengage the engine from the transmission
I need more information about this from you. I don't know what a "clutchless lever" is. I'm not sure how you would link such a control to your transmission. The motorcycle is easy enough to shift into neutral, but I don't usually find a need to do that. Maybe I should. Perhaps one of our subscribers could enlighten me.
my thoughts too. be good as a safety feature more safety the better.
If you are engaging the throttle when reaching for the front brake, then might i suggest that your front brake needs adjusting in terms of its position relative to the bars and throttle. Try raising or lowering the brake lever such that you can smoothly move from the throttle to the brake without inadvertently moving the throttle.
Thanks for the tip, Keith. I followed your advice, but I'm not persuaded that adjusting the brake lever resolves the issue.
wow papa steve nice listening to a guy like you talk. you tell people what they need to know to make it to be an old guy like me.
Thanks for the feedback. Keep on cruisin'
Aren't you supposed to keep your right foot on the peg/brake when you stop? (on all bikes) and keep your left foot down?
That was the 11th commandment that God forgot to chisel onto the stone tablets.
Keeping the right foot on the peg is a terrific idea, but I can't envision in a world populated by 8 billion people how every rider of motorcycles can always keep the right foot off the ground.
Thank you for this video! I am in the market for a Rebel 1100T DCT and your's is the first video I have come across that mentions those issues (and I have watched a lot of them). Great to know info!
I am still in love with my 1100DCT.
Great video Papa Steve, So I found that you can help keep from 2 of these bad safety mistakes with one tip. Keep your right foot on the peg. This keeps you from getting the ankle pinned as well as you are able to use the foot brake when accidently hitting the throttle. I have hit the throttle twice my first month of owning the DCT while at a stop or getting ready to stop putting down both feet while maneuvering the bike. I'm an experienced rider with over 15 years of riding but still a learning curve without the clutch. Yep just something to think about and getting used to.
Excellent advice
Steve, I have a question: does this bike’s throttle have a slack when you throttle, allowing you to rev without actually accelerating (i own a scooter and thise types have cvts and has a small slack that allows you to rev without actually accelerating) or is the acceleration instantaneous?
Idk either but I drive a scooter too an it has like a deadzone, planning to get a Dct…
The throttle has the slightest amount of free play. Otherwise, when you twist the bike goes and you go with it.
Had the ankle snager on my test ride. Thank you for the top tips as I have ordered a dct🍻
That right foot is problem. I've changed to a Two Brothers exhaust, so I don't have that worry anymore. I think the TB exhaust looks better on the bike.
accidental throttle happened to be due to grip strips on my gloves, after riding in the warmer weather with summer gloves they " stuck " to the throttle and when I pulled my hand off the throttle it turned and the bike lurched forwards, those gloves are in the bin now and the new summer gloves have normal leather only palms and not the "sticky " type.
Thanks for the example. Glad your safe.
Is the downshift button only a factor when cruise control is on? Never had cruise control so curious. Thanks for the great tips!
No. The downshift paddle is always available. I chose the cruise control example because accidentally hitting the downshift while in cruise control is more likely to surprise the rider.
DCT presque tous à la vente en occasion en France, tout le monde préfère boite mécanique = 10kg de moins, 1000€ moins, moins d'entretien, démarre si panne de batterie sur la vitesse, plaisir de conduite, on trouve moins cher d'occasion même année dct que méca chez nous , c'est dire ! pour le pot changer le silencieux pour meilleur son et moins de gène, mettre aussi selle mustang pour confort ! Bonne journée!!!!
Thanks for your comment. Automatic transmission motorcycles are a different riding experience. I still like mine.
I love your videos Papa Steve. I ride a few different brands of bike and I love my 1100 DCT. You are an entertaining and informative guy. Thanks for making these videos.
Thanks for watching. I love doing it.
I never had any of those issues... but good to be aware of what might happen.
Keep up the safe riding.
Yep, I have done them all. Practice is the only way to fix these issues so ride a lot everyone.
Thanks for the feedback.
It’s a good point I just did a “exhaust flash” to mine and removed the can. That way I can put it up on the paddock stand better 😀
Tell us more about what you mean by an "exhaust flash."
@@papastevesgarage sure, all I did was take off the muffler after the catalytic converter.
I’m coming from the CMX 500, model year 2020 camp and I’ve found that it sounds just fine with no muffler… it sounds just like the little “shorty GP” slip on muffiler they sell for $40. The shorty GP is a joke don’t buy it…
If I want to be quiet I’ll just throw the muffler back on. But most times I’m wearing ear plugs and over 60 mph the wind noise is greater than the engine.
Also with it out of the way I do not have the heel pinch problem, when I put the muffler back on it happens at least once each ride. And I can throw it up on the paddock stand with no problem with the exhaust off.
Cool video and all are facts.
I got 9,000 miles on my Rebel and learned all that what you just said in the first week. But I know better now and I love the bike in the manual custom mode.
Thanks for sharing your experience. The DCT is not the same as riding with a manual clutch and transmission. But I enjoy it.
Ankle snagger: new exhaust pipe, like V&H or 2 bros, downshift maybe a piece like clip to disable the button or ideally is to disable the button electronically. Accidental throttle, maybe a deadzone, like loosening the accelerator cable? Bro, I know nothing about bikes but I hope it can be done.
I hope engineers somewhere are working on it.
Thank You Steve!....once again you've given everyone food for thought....another great video.
My pleasure!
Excellent content and demonstration papa Steve!
the only channel worth watching besides yours
I'm blushing.
Great video, I will likely be buying a Rebel 1100 when it finally comes in. Used to a sport bike where some of these issues do not exist.
The Rebel 1100 is an excellent choice. Even though it's marketed as a cruiser, it also has some sport bike characteristics that enhance the excitement of riding it. Check in when you get your new one.
This channel is my favorite new subscription!
Wow, thanks!
@@papastevesgarage Less than 24 hours after I saw this video I experienced getting my ankle caught under the exhaust.
All I could say was "Steve was right"
Now I'm mentally reminding myself to avoid that foot placement
I got a fix remove the mufler, lol😂, nice videos got one 1100 because of your post. Great bike.
All your point are in the money, had the same issues, i wish them botons had illumination. without it gloves i can ride at night wirh no issues. My borton problem start when i got them supper safe gloves who dont break in no matter what i do. The solution was getting less safe thinner gloves or not wearing anyat all, then i can find the buttons in the dark with ease. The uncle snager can be inproved by giving your rear shot two turns, in my case it did wounders with my uncle and and hard bump issue.
Lighted buttons would be great. I don't ride at night much, but I completely agree with you. Enjoy your 1100.
Had that accidental throttle happen to me twice! Felt like the throttle had stuck. I didn’t crash but put the fear of God in me! I think I might have to release he throttle and gently reapply the break! It felt like riding a bucking horse. The reason I didn’t crash was luck and I held onto the break but the wheel kept going! Kind of weird and scary. Any more tips would be appreciated Steve, thanks!
I'm glad you're safe. The "live" throttle is problem. I love the DCT anyway, but even when I'm aware of the issue and cautious, I occasionally bump the throttle. One time I was close enough to the van in front of me that my tire hit its bumper. No damage to van or bike, but unnerving. I stay well back from the car in front of me at stop lights now.
@@papastevesgarage the only thing I can think of is to shift the bike to Neutral when coming to a stop. I accidentally bumped the throttle twice while driving my new DCT back from the showroom. Its kinda scary if you are not cautious!
thx buddy, great unsafety bike points to be aware of
No problem 👍
welldone ,very thoughtful indeed!thanks
Safety first!
Oh I'm subbing to this channel, imma need it since I'm gettin a manual Rebel 1100 🤙
You'll love it, I bet. I thought about a manual 1100, then chose the DCT because of the arthritis, and septuagenarian laziness.
Excellent vid bro
Thanks for your support.
Bougntba dct 2 weeks ago thanis fir this vdo subscribed
Welcome to my Garage channel. I'm working on a video that tries to tell you everything you need to know about the DCT. It's a daunting project. In the meantime, check out my sister channel: Cruisin' with Papa Steve. You can find it at https th-cam.com/channels/2eauOSTvc39RyL7QSMEdZA.html
Great job!
Thanks for the visit
Dude I've been riding since 1978 when I was 11. It was a moped and I was on private property but still. I bought my first real bike with my money when I began working back in 1990. Now I'm not an expert, I'm not some Moto GP rider but I do know a thing or two about bikes. Also I currently own a Rebel 1100. Now I'm 5 foot 10 and you've been claiming some pretty nonsensical stuff about this bike like ankle snags and what not, it makes me ask myself if you know how to ride. Take care. Mike.
Thanks for your input.
Really? Wheelie control? Is that so you can ride a long wheelie and not flip over? I sure could have used that on my Honda back in the 70's.
I suspect you're pulling my leg, but to clarify. The Rebel 1100 "wheelie control" is designed to keep the front wheel on the ground, not help you keep the wheel in the air while preventing from tipping over.
The Rebel 1100 would not be my choice of motorcycles if doing wheelies was my thing. It's a cruiser, not a sport bike. Turn off the Torque Control and the 1100 has enough power and torque to get a bit of a front wheel lift, at least with the manual transmission version. I can't attest to the DCT version. The DCT is what I have, and I don't plan to try it.
thy and greetings from germany i order a rebel 1100 and i hope i dont do this mistakes.
Welcome to my channel. I expect you'll love your Rebel 1100. Thanks for reaching out.
Personally I feel that these are all user errors and not design issues
Others have expressed a similar viewpoint. I think the Rebel 1100 is an outstanding motorcycle. I should have stressed that more forcefully.
The test for me, though, is whether the same rider on a different bike would encounter the same problems. Then clearly the issues would be the rider's. If the issues are unique to the Rebel 1100, then Honda could and should tweak them.
Wrong hp & trq numbers mentioned..
but great vid nonetheless.
I may have estimated torque and horsepower numbers from the published info. Are they close?
My User mode- P=H, T=off, EB=H. Non-DCT.
Very aggressive. Can you get the front wheel off the ground? What about spinning the rear wheel?
@@papastevesgarage Actually I don't ride that aggressively. No wheelies or burnouts. I just like to have the bike setup like the older bikes (b4 electronic throttle control)
DCT sound scary. I'll shift myself.
I wouldn't call it scary. The DCT is usually well behaved. It's best to be forewarned about the occasional quirk, though. I've heard from some DCT owners who always ride in manual mode so they can routinely control shifts. In manual mode, the transmission only downshifts automatically when the bike is slowing and engine speed requires a lower gear. Manual clutch-free up and down shifting is blindingly fast with a DCT. I'm lazy, so I stay in automatic mode most of the time.
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My understanding of "emoji" is a little shaky, but thanks anyway.
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Thanks for sharing. I've gotten some flack for pointing out these 1100 safety issues. My theory is that it is better for riders to be forewarned than for them to be making an unexpected trip to the emergency room.
My 2022 honda rebel 1100 dct in the body shop 🥲 I got rear ended
I'll mourn with you. Was the damage severe?
OMG please don’t bring god into my motorcycling.
I'm not religious so I completely agree with you.