I've always hated the weird asymmetrical look, so what I ended up doing was getting the OEM rear brackets and two of the right-side saddlebags. if you switch the order of the little mounting bolts, you can mount a right-side saddlebag on the left side, so now I have two symmetrical bags. and honestly, I'm satisfied with that
Hi I just saw your video because I am currently making a side case system For the Rebel 500 using existing mounts from the Oem Pannier system, Anyway I am probably too late but if not definitely go with side cases the Shad sh23 seems to be the best way to go, it's pricey but it's built for it so plug and play. I do agree that the soft panniers form Honda are made with quality since they are made by sw motec, but they don't work for me especially for extended trips, since you can't lock them And as you mentioned, there never seems to be enough storage especially on the Rebel 500, Anyway I hope it wasn't too late , ride safe everyone. Good luck with your luggage.
Thank you for your input and sharing your experience! I will have to take a look at the Shad Sh23 for sure and check it out. It would be nice if Honda had a locking option, but I guess that’s why they made the 1100 T??? Haha idk.
I got the Honda saddle bags from the dealer and am blown away at the quality. They remove easily to take with you, have good quality sholderstraps if you want to use them. waterproof, rugged, double in size when they are unfolded. look great. so glad I went with genuine Honda
That’s awesome! Thank you for sharing your experience, I’ll need to take a look at those for sure. I would expect them to be decent, but that’s cool that they are high quality. Ride safe!
I have a scout bobber (converted to rogue), I purchased the quick mount hard bags but they stuck so far out which bothered me and I ended up returning them. I ordered another set that do not have the quick mount system which allows them to sit closer to the fender. They arrive tomorrow. Hopefully I like them!
i have viking bags on my 2019 rebel 500. they have a cut in them to avoid hitting the shocks. i suggest getting better bolts to attach the bags, one bolt broke, the bag was hanging down. i carry bungee cords just in case i buy something that won't fit in the bags. i was able to get the bike home, strapping the bag up with the rack on back. get some neoprene or rubber washers to help with vibration. mine are permanent, look good, very secure, i am the no rider either so rear seat not happening. and i hate riding with a back pack. these bags are leather covered, water resistant, key lockable. couldn't do without them now. motorcycle is my only transportation.
That’s awesome, thank you for sharing your experience! Yeah, I think it will be a good idea to have some spare bolts and tools ready for a situation like that. I like the quick release system so that I can leave the bags at home if need be. Update coming soon!
I had a bolt break a couple of months ago. Getting the bolt out stripped the thread. Did you put them back on? If so, how did you make them more secure?
Yeah, for sure. That’s not a bad option at all, and I think it works with the quick release system. I was worried that the shock cut out ones would look almost too big for the bike…
Hahaha yep. I remembered that while I was editing… but I guess the new phrase for the channel is going to be “You hope to have it when you need it, and you hope to never need it” 😂😂😂
Would be nice to get a quick release bag but since they don't have one curious which one you get . I will add a T- Rex crash bar on mine just in case. I saw that near hit with u that would scare the crap out of me
Yeah! I am excited to do a few videos on the channel about the ones I ended up picking out! Yeah, that was scary indeed. For sure made me rethink my gear choices (I wear mostly dark gear right now) and getting the exhaust. I still think I’ll add the crash bars though. Ride safe ✌️
I just got my first ever bike and its a Rebel 500 and I as just trying to figure out storage because i stopped to get a soda. Ended up having to put it in my pocket
Yo bro…. Went thru the same dilemma….. only one option u haven’t mention: use GIVI TS1194B back rest and u can attach waterproof mid side bag in the back and one book bag in the front….that way u won’t have ugly side bulk from the panniers and can carry passenger too if needed as long one of u carry the bookbag back…. The looks will grow on you……panniers look so ugly for bobbers bikes….don’t do it…..😮
Hey, great suggestion! That would probably work really well actually. I haven’t been thinking about passenger options because I don’t really plan to take passengers on my Rebel 500. But I’ll look into it!
I actually made saddle bags using 30 cal ammo crates. I think they look good, especially cuz I had the same reservations about getting saddle bags like you did. After riding with them for a few weeks I’m starting to want MORE storage though… (total storage is about 7.5 liters). So now I’m on the same hunt to try to find something with more storage but still maintains that bobber look.
Yeah, I looked into that, I thought it looked super cool! I just couldn’t find a good easy way to mount them, so that’s why I ultimately didn’t go with them. That and they didn’t fit my helmet visor. But they look super cool! Yeah for sure, not a ton of great options, but there are some good ones out there.
You’re thinking about: “It’s better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it.” And people usually say this when they tell you to carry around a condom lol…
I've always hated the weird asymmetrical look, so what I ended up doing was getting the OEM rear brackets and two of the right-side saddlebags. if you switch the order of the little mounting bolts, you can mount a right-side saddlebag on the left side, so now I have two symmetrical bags. and honestly, I'm satisfied with that
That’s a great idea!! Yeah, I’m not really a fan of the asymmetrical look either.
Hi I just saw your video because I am currently making a side case system For the Rebel 500 using existing mounts from the Oem Pannier system, Anyway I am probably too late but if not definitely go with side cases the Shad sh23 seems to be the best way to go, it's pricey but it's built for it so plug and play. I do agree that the soft panniers form Honda are made with quality since they are made by sw motec, but they don't work for me especially for extended trips, since you can't lock them And as you mentioned, there never seems to be enough storage especially on the Rebel 500, Anyway I hope it wasn't too late , ride safe everyone. Good luck with your luggage.
Thank you for your input and sharing your experience! I will have to take a look at the Shad Sh23 for sure and check it out. It would be nice if Honda had a locking option, but I guess that’s why they made the 1100 T??? Haha idk.
I got the Honda saddle bags from the dealer and am blown away at the quality. They remove easily to take with you, have good quality sholderstraps if you want to use them. waterproof, rugged, double in size when they are unfolded. look great. so glad I went with genuine Honda
That’s awesome! Thank you for sharing your experience, I’ll need to take a look at those for sure. I would expect them to be decent, but that’s cool that they are high quality. Ride safe!
I have a scout bobber (converted to rogue), I purchased the quick mount hard bags but they stuck so far out which bothered me and I ended up returning them. I ordered another set that do not have the quick mount system which allows them to sit closer to the fender. They arrive tomorrow. Hopefully I like them!
@@thechunkyhen ohhh cool, that’s for sharing your experience! Let me know how you end up liking them.
i have viking bags on my 2019 rebel 500. they have a cut in them to avoid hitting the shocks. i suggest getting better bolts to attach the bags, one bolt broke, the bag was hanging down. i carry bungee cords just in case i buy something that won't fit in the bags. i was able to get the bike home, strapping the bag up with the rack on back. get some neoprene or rubber washers to help with vibration. mine are permanent, look good, very secure, i am the no rider either so rear seat not happening. and i hate riding with a back pack. these bags are leather covered, water resistant, key lockable. couldn't do without them now. motorcycle is my only transportation.
That’s awesome, thank you for sharing your experience! Yeah, I think it will be a good idea to have some spare bolts and tools ready for a situation like that. I like the quick release system so that I can leave the bags at home if need be. Update coming soon!
I had a bolt break a couple of months ago. Getting the bolt out stripped the thread. Did you put them back on? If so, how did you make them more secure?
Might be too late. Have you looked at the Shad SH23 panniers and the quick release mounting bracket? Hard bags, lockable and easy to remove
Thank you for the suggestion! I have not had a chance to look at them. I’ll need to check them out!
I’ve seen a lot of people using the Viking medium universal bag. It’s smaller than the shock cut out but looks nice on the bike
Yeah, for sure. That’s not a bad option at all, and I think it works with the quick release system.
I was worried that the shock cut out ones would look almost too big for the bike…
The phrase is: better to have and not need it, than to, need it and not have it! Doug
Hahaha yep. I remembered that while I was editing… but I guess the new phrase for the channel is going to be “You hope to have it when you need it, and you hope to never need it” 😂😂😂
@@evergreenmoto 🤣
I went with a medium throw over universal bag. i like it. It just ties on. I think they are made by Tourmaster.
That’s awesome! Thanks for sharing. Let me know how they do in the longer run.
@@evergreenmoto Will do.
Am looking for more of a hardshell bag. But am like you i like the bobber look.🤸👍
Yeah, for sure! It’s pretty nice 👌
Would be nice to get a quick release bag but since they don't have one curious which one you get . I will add a T- Rex crash bar on mine just in case. I saw that near hit with u that would scare the crap out of me
Yeah! I am excited to do a few videos on the channel about the ones I ended up picking out!
Yeah, that was scary indeed. For sure made me rethink my gear choices (I wear mostly dark gear right now) and getting the exhaust. I still think I’ll add the crash bars though. Ride safe ✌️
I just got my first ever bike and its a Rebel 500 and I as just trying to figure out storage because i stopped to get a soda. Ended up having to put it in my pocket
Haha yeah, I have for sure been there where all of my pockets are full. Check out my Swingarm bag video, perfect size for a few sodas! Ride safe ✌️
Yo bro…. Went thru the same dilemma….. only one option u haven’t mention: use GIVI TS1194B back rest and u can attach waterproof mid side bag in the back and one book bag in the front….that way u won’t have ugly side bulk from the panniers and can carry passenger too if needed as long one of u carry the bookbag back…. The looks will grow on you……panniers look so ugly for bobbers bikes….don’t do it…..😮
Hey, great suggestion! That would probably work really well actually.
I haven’t been thinking about passenger options because I don’t really plan to take passengers on my Rebel 500. But I’ll look into it!
I actually made saddle bags using 30 cal ammo crates. I think they look good, especially cuz I had the same reservations about getting saddle bags like you did. After riding with them for a few weeks I’m starting to want MORE storage though… (total storage is about 7.5 liters). So now I’m on the same hunt to try to find something with more storage but still maintains that bobber look.
Yeah, I looked into that, I thought it looked super cool! I just couldn’t find a good easy way to mount them, so that’s why I ultimately didn’t go with them. That and they didn’t fit my helmet visor. But they look super cool!
Yeah for sure, not a ton of great options, but there are some good ones out there.
Actually that's exactly what I'm looking for with same features too!!! :)
Haha that’s awesome! I wish Honda made a Rebel specific lockable bag.
Never saw a subsequent video on this.... what did you end up doing ?
It’s in the works! I got everything filmed, but have been delayed throughout the process. Hopefully should have an update soon, stay tuned!
@@evergreenmoto cool.... I agreed with your opinion on other bags looking big and bulky, hope you were able to solve this ! :)
@@plasticjoe26 for sure! I think I found just the perfect option that fits between functionality and big/bulky.
I think bags would look good if they are the correct ones.
Yes, 100%. Plus they are so beneficial, especially for longer rides.
Wow sick exhaust sound what is it?
Ah found out it was the shorty gp later in the video nice
@@solymiller659 you got it! I was really happy with how that sound turned out, and it sounds even better in person!
@@evergreenmoto hopefully one day I’ll here it too I’m saving for a rebel 500 as my first bike
@@solymiller659 that’s awesome!! Good luck getting that all together and when you do, you won’t be disappointed one bit!
How does it feel with the windshield?
Pretty good! There is some wind buffering, but I think that happens with most shorter windscreens. Check out my video on the Puig windscreen!
Better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it???
Lol yeah, couldn’t figure it out in the moment 😂
You’re thinking about: “It’s better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it.”
And people usually say this when they tell you to carry around a condom lol…
Haha yep, I just couldn’t think of the specific phrase while filming at that moment 😂
Haha fair, very applicable time for that phrase.
Just got one really love it
A Rebel or saddlebags for the Rebel?
@@evergreenmoto the rebel 500 just got done putting 100miles today waiting on funds for the saddle bags
@@mengyang4662 that’s awesome! It’s a fantastic bike! Ride safe ✌️
@@evergreenmoto always bro you too