Watch This BEFORE Buying A Manual Rebel 1100!
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- Опубликовано: 6 мар 2021
- This is the review you've been waiting for! An honest review by an actual OWNER of the Rebel 1100...plus, it's MANUAL! Most of the reviews we've seen so far have been of the DCT model, and have been done by people who only put a few miles on the bike. Not this time! I already have over 100 miles on my manual Honda Rebel 1100, so I figured it was time to give my honest first impressions of my 2021 Rebel 1100!
I cover it all- the pros and cons, all of the riding modes, highway capabilities, performance around town, how it handles on the twisty back roads, the looks, the suspension, the seat, the color, the price, the technology, the exhaust, AND MORE! You name it, I'm sure I talked about it. This is the ULTIMATE first impressions review of the 2021 Honda Rebel 1100 manual model.
Now this is just my initial impression on my Rebel 1100- be sure to check back for my one month check-in review, plus all the mods I plan to do to improve on the weak spots of my Rebel. You won't want to miss this!
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I got my red one yesterday, let my dad take around and he said the handling and center of gravity of the bike was insane. And he’s rode Harley 1200’s for years. He was shocked from this 1100
Dude you got it?! Congrats!! I bet you’re stoked!
Yeah! I got lucky. Dude withdrew his deposit a day ago so I went and swooped it up lol. It was the last one they had in Utah for the time being. But like you said, the bike feels like it wants to eat them turns. It’s incredible
@@zekegreen6455 I'm in Utah too. Let's go ride!
@@austinalexander1066 southern Utah?
Yeah Harley guys are often amazed when they realize they’ve been riding $25k lawn mowers all these years.
“Sick of seeing the DCT reviews”
Me: you get a subscribe sir
Ayyy my man!! 🤘🏻
Same here, Manual Elitist for life.
DCT is better. Fight me, lol
Well the DTC is good so peoples with some mailfunction (amputation and such) left leg so they can't use the gir shifter so don't be angry for that and Honda have done it possible so function fresh peoples and none can drive so this is nice :) i my self have no issues with if it is manual gear or automatic still i shoose the DTC because i am lazy :) I learned this from my ATV who have this all atv's have this DTC almost so this is a good ting.
If only they also gave it kick start it would be perfect for the hipsters.
"Tired of reviews from magazines that don't spend time on the bikes...." and gives us a review of the bike he rode home from the dealer just last night, lol!
And he hasn't opened it up, spent hours in the seat, or been up and down any Twisties or distance riding.
But hey, it's a great first impressions review.
Thank you for not pandering about specs and just talking about the riding experience, this is the video i've been waiting for. Pulling the trigger on mine soon!
I really like the way you review and speak about things man. Feels like listening to a friend. 🤝
It is the review I’ve been waiting for
Same here
This is the most informative review on the 1100 I've seen so far, looking forward to future videos
I will watch all these 1100 rebel videos over and over till i see mine in my driveway in May, then ill still watch them, thanks a lot Burch, keep em coming! cant wait for exhaust vid
I always enjoy & learn from your informative reviews. Almost feels like I'm riding with you. Thanks & keep it up. Ride on brother!
The heavier front end you mentionned at around 8:00 is probably because of the 18in wheel. The overall diameter of wheel + tire is probably bigger than on the 500 so it has more inertia and you have to apply more force on the bars to turn the wheel. Just my guess.
Awesome review dude. I love this bike since Honda announced it and I am so happy that you're gonna ride and review it with all honesty. You earned a sub
Coming from a Harley 883 and 1200 Custom this bike is a blast! Bought the Dct and love it. Needs forward controls and Mustang seat. It’s a steal at 10,000.
Dude, YOU make me want that Rebel 1100, with that Sport Mode. Thanks to you , you make me want the bike that much more. Thank You, Sir Kenneth
I like the blacked out everything. The no chrome is an attraction to me. I agree with you on the exhaust. They could have went with dual exhaust. You've definitely got another follower and I'll be watching as many videos you make that are on the 1100 rebel.
I just got the 2022 version a few days ago (Metallic Brown color). Traded in my 2018 Rebel 500 to get it. Apparently, I am one of the first ones to get that year model (DEFINITELY first one at that dealership). Almost everything you've said in this video and some others has been pretty accurate! There were a few other things I didn't expect too. The clutch response caught me off guard the most. It was the easiest clutch lever I've EVER used! After the test drive, I fell in love and HAD to take it home!
This is the first video i have seen of a manual Rebel 1100. I didn't even know it could come as a manual because That's all the videos I saw.
Exactly what I have been wanting to see.
I’m a Honda guy and am dying to ride one of those and want MANUAL! Thanks
Live in Cali where you have city, backroads, and crazy highways… I can confirm this baby does everything 🙌🏼
Nice review, I have a 2017 sv650 that I love to death. However when I was getting it I was looking at the rebel 500 too. Only cruiser I ever liked. And the 1100 has been catching my eye too. Though I probably wont change my bike its still awesome to see how the Rebel is doing.
Best review yet mate...from a normal guy who loves his bike..im looking for my next bike and you have just convinced me...well played sir.👍 dont worry about the suspension it was you and the bikes first ride...needs to bed in ..it will settle.
Glad you finally got yours. Welcome to the club. Nice job on the video.
I have a Triumph Bonneville SpeedMaster, I use rain mode when ever I’m beach-side cruising or in crowded slow traffic areas. Rain Mode calms the throttle response and makes it much easier to hold a steady slow speed. My bike only has rain and normal mode though, and normal is not tame.
I’m a Harley rider but, there is something about this bike I like. I would want a Saddlemen seat and some forward controls. There is not many after market parts for this bike yet so, I may come back and take a closer look latter in the year. Good review!
Loved the look of the 500 and wished they made a bigger one and here it is I will be getting one and it will probably be my last petrol bike we only have 9 years left in the uk for petrol my first bike was the 200 rebel so it would be right to finish on this and this looks like an excellent modern choice. Will be happy after it hits the time test of at least a year, bought a new remodelled guzzi when it first came out and won't do that again. Will be looking out for your other vids.
YES YES YES!! Well done at last a good review, can’t wait for more!!!
Just bought mine. Manual model in Bordeau Red. It's still in the crate but she's beautiful. The accessories will be a week or so coming in. Discovered the Canadian bikes come with passenger seat and foot pegs standard!
New subscriber. Going to buy a rebel 1100 dct this week as my first Motorcycle.
Duuude that’s awesome! Congrats!! And thanks for subscribing! 🙏🏻
finally a standard version review..thanks dude. my unit is just a few days away from coming home to my garage
Mine too...one week.from.today
Great review - very envious as the Rebel is still months away here in the UK - but really useful preparation for the test ride whenever I get that chance.
Good vlog,awaiting here in the UK for them to hit the dealerships, have arranged with mine as soon as they are in I am test riding one,look forward to see your exhaust change.
nice!!! gonna keep an eye on you with this bike. All your comments of the bike, reminds me of my Triumph Bobber Black.
With the T&C bro's exhaust you added recently, your Rebel is pretty much a perfect bike. Add a fairing and it's done. I'm a Harley Sportster rider and I'm really thinking about getting a Rebel.
Just bought mine today. Brand new rider and I love it. I have the DCT version. But for a new rider it is great for me.
Are you a taller guy like 6'2 or more..if so do you feel tight
Yeah dude, this is what I was waiting for! Thank you :) This Rebel rocks
From the home land of Honda :) Great review! I'm expecting another one after you've done more miles on the suspension. Usually, it works better after some miles than initial runs.
Such an informative review! Thank you, keep filming!
Great video very clear and informative. I own the 2017 500 which I love for all the same reasons of the 1100 including the lean and turn factor.I do believe this is one bike for all riding. (Still would like an enduro) Time to upgrade to the 1100
New subscriber to your channel. Looking forward to the content. Sold my bike 15 years ago and just bought the DCT 1100. It’s an unbelievable bike. My wife wants to ride but we can’t get a seat for it yet. Ready to see your Vance and Hines review. Hoping it’s not too over the top because although the sound of the stock 1100 is amazing, the exhaust isn’t very pretty lol
Thanks for the review Burch. I'll be waiting for more of your 1100 videos. Peace ✌.
Couple of notes. The forks appear blue in sunlight due to the nitride coating. Manufactures, Honda especially, tend not to put much effort into stock exhausts because they know most people will change them anyway. It's designed to meet EPA requirements and aesthetics are a last minute thing.
Love this review! New rider currently on a rebel 250... was gonna get the 500 next but I’ve been DROOLING over the 1100 and considering getting it and starting in rain mode?
Best Rebel review! The stock exhaust doesn't look too bad.
thank you so much for this video, I have a cb500f and probably this year I'm gonna get a new bike, I really can't decide between this and the cb650r, two very different bikes and they seem both really cool...
Laughed pretty good at your "Harley Guys" joke around 22:30. Subscribed just for your sense of humor.
I saw Chik N Ruth when you were on Main Street 😢😢 One of the few things I miss since leaving the area. Can’t wait for my 1100 to be delivered
I bought my Honda CMX1100LM the week before Thanksgiving! 'Something to be 'thank-ful for! Now I have 325 miles, 2/20/22'.
Hi, great video! I am worried about rear shocks on bumpers, did something like that happened to you also with the 500? Are you going to install aftermarket dampers? If so, please let us updated on improvements, thank you very much! 😃👍
Detailed and informative review - no fluff.
Finally a review of the manual rebel. Subbed!
Thank you for telling us about the rear suspension. In countrys with shitty roads it can eject you from the seat.
Bought the dct. ABSOLUTELY love it!
Been riding for 36 plus years. Have had several motorcycle brands. Honda is solid!
Great review. You should easily be able to adjust the rebound on suspension to dampen things up over bumps. Find a good suspension tuner who will test your static sag and adjust all 3 settings.
This bike is fully adjustable? I haven't seen the actual specs for all that? I can tune it, I don't need a guy but what do you exactly mean by 3 settings?
@@crp9985 if you have piggyback shocks you should have settings to adjust preload, compression and rebound. Usually there will be knobs to adjust rebound and compression, preload is usually done with a spanner wrench on the bottom of the spring. Of course this may vary with each brand but that is the most common setup. I am not sure if the front suspension is adjustable on that bike.
Congrats dude ! You already have it. Nice review, this is the version I plan to buy too. So it feels more powerful than the Rebel 500 ? Well it almost doubles the HP number !
congratulations on the new bike ride safe ...
I'm sorting out my finances to buy the 1100 Manual in May. I'm really looking forward to driving it.
Feeling that intro! F those review sites...
Thank you for doing this. I want a rebel 1100. I don’t want the dual clutch transmission. Subscribed.
So glad you're getting the recognition you deserve. It was definitely worth the risk and going all out!
Thank you!! I’m so happy I decided to take a risk and jump on getting this bike when I did!
@@LifeOfBurch I've been wanting to get into riding and the first day I started searching for bikes, the 1100 was released. I was set on the 500, but I was heavily interested in the 1100. I didn't know if I could handle the power but rain mode is reassuring. Great freaking review
Thank you for the review.
I was waiting for this motorbike to consider buy one.
I have decided I shall go for a second hand CB1100 RS or EX now for about the same money.
Those air/oil cooled CB1100's will go on forever if you look after them, i'm tempted to get one aswell, some matey round my ways got one with twin arrow cans and its sounds amazing.
Thanks for the video. The bike looks great. Thank goodness you got a manual one. I’m sure the DCT one is ok, but I’m just not interested in it. I look forward to more videos of the Rebel. New sub!
sweet review! I have been eyeing this bike as a hd sportster owner.
Great video, great bike... gotta get me one! Subbed for the legit & honest review. Looking to see where this beastie takes you
The video I have been waiting for, great🇳🇴🇳🇴 I ordered one also, cant wait. 🤘👍
Funny you mention that about the seat. I ride the 500 and I find every time I come to a light I have to stand up and push myself back in the seat cuz I've always scooted forward😂
I had that same problem so I made a simple jig that raised my front seat clamp 1 inch higher. Can't tell it is there by looking, I don't slide forward anymore and it is actually more comfortable. Used a simple metal outlet cover you can buy at Home Depot, a hacksaw, a sturdy vise, some black electrical tape and about 15 minutes of my time. I sat on a 1100 and really like the way it felt.Far more comfortable than the rebel. I am saving my bucks now for one.
Hi Burch, been enjoying your content for a while now and I am seriously considering the Rebel 1100.
Could you make a video also for maintenance / maintenance cost 🙏
I'm going to be a first time motorcycle rider. And after extensive research, I had decided on the Honda Rebel. You have made it so much easy to let me know I have made a good choice on my future purchase. Hopefully in about a month I'll have one.
You're planning on the first bike you ride being an 1100cc..? Hot tip, get health insurance
@@daveyboots79 no the 500. I’ve seen all your reviews of the 300/500/1100. I was going to go for the 300. But keep hearing I’ll get tired of it after 3 months. So I’m going to start with the 500.
So how's that going?
That's also a scary thought getting thrown off from a bumb in the road wow, lol hang on tight That's why i love your videos with myself looking for a bike and your very honest, helps alot TY
Nice review dude. I love the scenery. You have a new subscriber!
can't wait to see a really good side by side with the 500!! I've always liked the 500 but I was told by friends that I look doofy on it. I am 5'11 190 pounds. I am hoping with the extra width of the 1100 I won;t look so doofy on it.
so sick, thanks for the honest review!
Great review, hopefully some tweaking will make the suspension better.
I had my 1100 in rain mode for the break in period didn't wanna give her to much power without me knowing. Great video man!
break in period is a myth.
Follow the manual book
Ride it like you stole it 🤪
@@oldstarouijaboard42 it's not a myth. The only part that's a myth is that they use lubricant when they make the tires. Tires are a bit more slippery when new but not because of some lubricant.
Tire needs to go through some hot/cold cycles to finish curing, and that's the "break in" period.
Thanks for taking the time to make a comprehensive review Im looking to get one in the Uk sometime soon......one criticism (no offence intended) please please stop overusing the word "like", it either is or it isnt.
I just found your channel, I could tell you were from Maryland before you said Annapolis. I moved from there almost 4 years ago, I now live in Florida. I subscribed.
congrats! honestly...i have the 2020 rebel 500,with new leds etc ...and 1 year after i wouldnt upgrade to a 1100cc rebel , i can hear a voice in my head telling me that is time for a ride style change....the z900 kawasaki, or maybe the rs triple street...i dont know yet...but the rebel 500 is amazing so far...i will miss her when shes gone. i need more adrenaline...i guess i found am a sport bike man. safe ride!
Really informative video. Great work 🙏🏼
great vid mate! very nice bike. I agree I think they look awesome - and love the Harley shout-out! 🤣. I have to be honest, though. I'm not keen on parellell twin motors, but it actually sounds great and performs. anyhow cheers again.
Nice! Can’t wait till they hit the stores in Aus.
Very cool man. Welcome to the club!
How heavy is the clutch pull mate?
great job I just subscribed, I cant wait too see your mods
I got the black one, and now I use it everyday, I love riding
Awesome review! So much fun!
Great Review.
2 questions:
1) what's the HP and TQ?
2) did you test drive the DCT? If yes, how did it shift? Crisp or more like auto?
A very comprehensive and honest review, mate! I took a test ride on the DCT version as the manual one was not available. The DCT version was somewhat weird especially when leaving from the traffic lights. The bike kind of kicked of at a higher speed than I gave it throttle. The dealer assumed it is the characteristics of the DCT. I definitely also prefer the manual transmission. The DCT was not my cup of tea. I look forward to getting the manual version for a spin.
It’s crazy that you mentioned that I am a experienced rider. last Thursday I had a issue with that to the point that it shot me into a car. I’m good just a little sore but I’m glad it was me instead of my wife cause it’s her bike.
Interested to see if playing with the suspension settings helped with the high speed bumps... that's the only thing that would put me off purchasing this bike.
I’m not sure why they keep pushing automatics it’s weird to me and it’s not just motorcycles it’s sports cars , pickup trucks , semi trucks and I will always prefer to row through my own gears , to me it’s part of the experience and control. New subscriber here.👍👍 I ride an 1984 Honda V65 Sabre it’s still running strong and reliable you just can’t go wrong when you choose a Honda.
The video earned you a new subscriber 🤗 I’m here for all the content
Thank you!! You’re the best! 🤘🏻
How stiff is the clutch pull? Any jerkiness when switching lower gears? Good feedback on the clutch lever on the foot? Easy to find neutral? Would have been nice if your video covered these questions since it's specific to the manual transmission. Otherwise great video!
as far as I know, the front brake disc is a 330mm one which is considerably larger than most other brake discs.
Omg he’s actually doing the break in. Now the next person to buy your bike won’t be screwed.
Nice job on the review! Manual ftw! I found the Rebel 500 painfully cramped for my 6'1" frame, not sure the 1100 is a big enough upsize. And in Canada the pricing seems odd for this bike. The manual It is within $1K of the Triumph Speedmaster, so would be a tough sell, for me anyway... Lastly, when pulling away from a stop, left foot on the ground, right foot on the brake and you'll never have a problem on a hill or in the case you have to suddenly abort take off for any reason. Always makes me cringe seeing bikers with both feet on the ground when pulling away from a stop.
Dream bike achieved congratulations brother... 😅😅hopefully it does arrive here in the philippines ride safe and have fun mate 😁
the best review. Keep it up buddy 👍
About time, lol.
Well done review Burch. Can’t wait until you get that V&H?
16:00 That's Lexus LC500. My dream car and bike in one video :)
How is the speed compared to the 500? I have the 500 currently and actually really enjoy how light it is, and it can keep up with most cruisers without an issue. But for some reason I am still considering getting an 1100.
thx for video, I still don't know should I go with dct or manual, just cause of city traffic jams. Otherwise I really like bikes with a manual transmission, but sometimes it annoys me in stop and go situations in big cities
I am pretty sure they also went with a bigger set of pistons on the front break. I’m not sure if they went from dual to 4 pistons, but the brakes look much beefier.
The foot controls look super vulnerable to a snap if you drop it, but I don’t know if crash bars on it would look good.
The dash looks really nice, I have the 2020 500, and this dash is still a nice upgrade. Tach is the one thing I wish I had, even though you don’t really use it that much. Cruise control would be SO NICE though. For that I am jealous.
Still low center of gravity?
Suggest you include bike specs on your next vid. i.e., weight, seat height, final drive (chain, shaft...) and so on.
What a fantastic review! This was very informative & helpful. Sucks the suspension isn't better, though. Hey, so you mentioned that it doesn't get blown around in the wind, but what about any buffeting on your upper body or helmet? I'm an inch shorter than you so I'm sure I can flat-foot it. I'm so digging this bike!
The suspension is fine if preload is set properly. You just have to know what you're doing.