Rebel 500 and Vulcan S Comparison
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Basic Specs
2017 Honda Rebel 500
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine Type
471cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin four-stroke
Bore And Stroke
67mm x 66.8mm
Compression Ratio
10.7:1
Valve Train
DOHC; 4 valves per cylinder
Transmission
Six-Speed
Front Suspension
41mm fork; 4.8 inches travel
Rear Suspension
Dual shocks with 3.8 inches travel
Front Brake
Hydraulic disc
Rear Brake
Hydraulic disc
Front Tire
130/90-16
Rear Tire
150/80-16
Rake
28°0' (Caster Angle)
Trail
110mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase
58.7 inches
Seat Height
27.2 inches
Curb Weight
408 pounds (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and a full tank of fuel-ready to ride)
Fuel Capacity
2.96 gallons
Vulcan S
Engine
4-stroke, 2-cylinder, DOHC, liquid-cooled
Displacement
649cc
Bore x Stroke
83.0 x 60.0mm
Compression Ratio
10.8:1
Maximum Torque
46.3 lb-ft @ 6600 rpm
Fuel System
DFI® 38mm throttle bodies (2), with sub-throttle valves
Ignition
TCBI with digital advance
Transmission
6-speed with positive neutral finder
Final Drive
Sealed Chain
Frame Type
High-tensile steel diamond frame
Rake/Trail
31°/4.7 in
Overall Length
90.9 in
Overall Width
34.6 in
Overall Height
43.3 in
Ground Clearance
5.1 in
Seat Height
27.8 in
Curb Weight
498.3 lb**
Fuel Capacity
3.7 gal
Wheelbase
62.0 in
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I love this kind of review. I'm going to soon be a first time rider, and I am leaning towards a Vulcan S. Thanks guys
Nice I got the Rebel, met a guy who had the Vulcan S on a group ride, its a sweet looking bike.
Whats it like
@@TheGarthinator what's urs like too?
@@singlecell2498 yeah the rebel 500 is mint. Gets a lot more attention than I thought it would tbh. The other day had 3 guys on big Harleys marveling over it.
@@TheGarthinator having rode both the Rebel 500 and the Vulcan S. I personally prefer the Vulcan S. I’m a bit taller (6’0) and the Vulcan S fits me like a glove. The Rebel was more compact and easy to snap around turns and twisties, so if you’re a shorter rider or looking to whip through tight roads then that’s your best bet. The Vulcan is a bit faster and snappy on the throttle, if you’re looking for something to really put some solid mileage on then it’s your better choice. Both are smaller bikes and by that nature easy to handle and whip through turns and twisty roads so keep that in mind.
I test rode both. Honda let me keep the Rebel for 2 days, Kawasaki let me keep the Vulcan for a day.
I found the Rebel marginally more fun around town, but the Vulcan was by _far_ the superior machine overall.
I liked the Rebel, but _bought the Vulcan._ Absolutely love it.
I just spent 2 weeks figuring out which of these 2 bikes to buy, and after riding each one I ended up falling in love with the Vulcan because of its sheer torque that I felt it had over the Rebel, and it's comfort felt better. I also was buying this for an occasional commuter and a weekend trip bike with my girlfriend and the rear seat was way better on the Vulcan! Now if I was only commuting around town, hell yeah the rebel was amazing. So light weight and nimble. But I think the Vulcan will take much more time to grow out of due to its additional features and power. Amazing comparison video though guys, you've earned a sub! :)
Hi mike, i owned a 2015 vulcan s 650 but i gave it up after over a year. I loved the acceleration. It is a crotch rocket. My biggest gripe was I cannot ride it for more than an hour.. the vibration at speeds when i have to maintain over 4k rpm, the bike’s vibration makes my feet, lower leg, hands and fingers numb especially on long freeway continuous ride. How are you with it? I am curious.
@@bennyang8049 so I have only had the bike since Thursday, but my freeway riding has been no longer than 30 minutes at a time. I have put over 200 miles on it so far and haven't noticed vibrating yet!
Try the Vulcan 900 slower, but so much more bike
@@bennyang8049 Hi Benny, sad to hear you sold it, did you take it to the shop to check for a problem...balancing? My Vulcan has vibes at 3200rpm only then zero up to any range on the tacho
Tony Hagoort i rode another rider’s vulcan S during a group ride and a Versys 650 at a demo ride and the vibration is the same as mine. I figured that is just the character of the kawasaki 650 engine
This is hilarious, the Vulcan's suspension is better, torque is better, hp is better, instruments are better... but the 500 "has character".... Something is not jiving with this review. Good video, nice production quality, and I love that you did the review while riding. I just wish your conveyed impressions matched your breakdowns of each bike.
yep ladies and gentlemen this review is sponsored by HONDA!!!
@@Voltomess😂😂😂 definitely! Vulcan all the way!!!
in about 1 month honda will release the new honda rebel 500 2020 model with all things people complained about fixed. new led lights on it , suspension fixed , and for begginers a gear indicator, and a way better seat so it will be the perfect bike for me untill i die.enough power to get out of trouble every time. when i see a rebel on the street i smile. that`s happiness for me. can`t wait to buy the new one and customize it in order to be an unique motorcycle! the vulcan s is a nice bike, but i will follow my heart.
I am hoping to try it out when it hits.
I just purchased the 2020, such a beautiful street bike
@@bern9067 icant wait to get mine Next month. Indeed is a bike that you Will never have to sell.
@@sergiuulici3908 nice man! yeah, i love it. I look back every time I park it. Haha
I absolutely love the color on that Vulcan!
I have not even watched the video and I would prefer the Kawasaki vulcan 650 on looks and displacement
I got a 2017 Vulcan S for $4K. Had 120 miles on it, never dropped.
Nice ride it safe!
you like it? trying to decide which one to get
The Rebel beat the 883 because it actually has a better power to weight ratio. Even against the Vulcan S the power to weight ratio is almost identical between the two. Now the Vulcan (and 883) do have more torque, but the difference felt in the seat shouldn't be all that different. And starting with the 2020 model the Rebel display has been updated with a gear indicator and a couple other things, but still no tachometer. But it's better than it was. The Rebel also has a very nice slipper clutch which the Vulcan does not have. Main advantages for the Vulcan in my opinion are better looks, better stock exhaust and better aftermarket exhaust options, and most importantly just better comfort for longer rides. Now if you consider the $1000+ price difference, you can buy the Rebel and upgrade the seat, exhaust, and make some cosmetic changes to suit your own taste and you eliminate all these disadvantages.
I haven't ridden either bike, but as an experienced rider, I'd go with the Vulcan with ABS. More power, adjustable ergo's, better seat(according to ur review). I've had bikes that "didn't fit" and sold them. No bike will work for everyone's needs. Nice review....😸
Thanks for the support and it's sadly true no perfect machine exists for everyone.
It's that "first motorcycle" comment again. Why do these people think every motorcyclist wants the biggest motorcycle out there?
That is not what was being said and by no means. We say first by stating that this bike is a good place to start but it is also a great bike as well for people who have rode for years. I have well over 10 years of two wheeled experience and these two are in my garage. We are just stating that a first time person can approach this bike easily and grow with it.
I get you. Appreciate the reply.
Well I've had a Ninja 300 for 4 months(my first bike) and I already want more power off the line mostly. So I wish I would've bought a bigger bike in the end.
Is a 500 - 650 really even close to the biggest bike out there? Most people I know that ride are riding far bigger and faster bikes. As a first time rider who can only afford one bike, I definitely want one big enough to handle freeway speeds so I can actually go places or why bother. I can just ride a bicycle if I want to just cruise around town and I can't afford to buy another bike anytime soon, so anything less than 500 doesn't even seem realistic.
@@frontdeskstaff9359 have you considered the VN 900? My first bike was a shadow 1100 but I liked the VN 900 just as much. I then moved to a vulcan vaquero 1700 which was great for long trips but to be honest, its not that fun especially around town so now I'm back to looking at a smaller funner bike that gives me gas mileage, that fun factor and makes around town and commuting more enjoyable. not looking at the rebel as I still want a bike that can handle the free way and that IMO means a minimum of a 900 v-twin or a 650 sport style engine.
Vulcan🔥
You should make a Rebel vs the HD 883 drag race video!!
We should! Just need someone that has another 883N since my buddy sold his.
I understand. I've been riding for 27 years and I'm drooling over that Rebel! It looks so great!
Vulcan for me. I don’t want a cruiser for urban driving, I just want one that’s competent around town. I get a cruiser for cruising, Open highways, sweeping roads, etc. I want to take it on an an afternoon adventure, not pick up groceries and tampons.
The rebels ergo is poor for long rides with its hunched forward position, it’s seat quickly becomes uncomfortable , the mid controls start to make the knees ache, and she’s can be a bit gutless at highway speed. She also starts to feel light in the front end at higher speeds, she’s not nearly as comfortable in the freeway as the Vulcan. To me she’s a naked bike in a cruisers clothing. If that’s what you want, fantastic… she does it great, but I bought a cruiser to cruise.
Thanks for the comparison. I have a 2015 Vulcan S with ABS and I love it. It handles great, has really good acceleration, and is light for a cruiser. My first motorcycle was a 2006 Honda Rebel Chinese copycat and it was good to learn on but as soon as I got comfortable, I wanted more power. My 2nd motorcycle was a 2012 Honda Shadow Phantom and that one looked amazing and had the more power I was looking for at the time. I had a near accident on the highway when the breaks locked up on me in an emergency and I decided to upgrade to a motorcycle with ABS. The Vulcan S is that bike. It has great breaking with ABS and it also has more power and is lighter than the Honda Shadow. All that for roughly the same price. When people ask me for advice on a 1st bike I can’t decide between the new Honda Rebel with ABS and the Kawasaki Vulcan S with ABS. So thank you for your input. Sounds like the lightness of the Rebel makes it a more interesting ride.
Being lighter on its feet and the mid mount controls do help it out for sure. The Vulcan S is not a bad bike at all by any measure at all. It's just when it comes down to the fun to ride and play in town nature of the 500 and its character it does win.
how is te ground clearance on the kawasaki?
@@robertmassive5335 Really good ground clearance for a cruiser but it isn't an adventure bike.
@Bunnyshooter 223 I think every new car sold in the USA has ABS. It only comes in handy in emergency situations which is when you need it most. If you were an expert race car driver or motorcycle rider then ABS would potentially not be as good at braking as you but I am not an expert and I have my Oh Sh*t moments in cars and motorcycles so I appreciate having ABS and a good set of tires to save my behind. I also tend to ride or drive fairly aggressively at times so the extra safety feature is welcomed by me. Stay safe.
>Honda Rebel Chinese copycat
Nope
Hate the chain of two's bikes. They are not sport bike behind the idea or thinking of those two's bikes need something else.
Well in the long run the engines and some of the underpinnings have come from their sport bike counter parts it makes it streamlined on the line to keep the chain. Also engine cases and such depending on tolerances would have to be possibly adjusted to add in pulley systems for belts and especially shaft drive. So I understand the reason for keeping the chain. And chains are not that bad. Just need cleaning and lube most of the time and if you do that they stay pretty decent for 10s of thousands of miles. Yes not 100s of thousands like a belt or shaft, but still doable.
I heard you both, but i have my insights since i am planning to buy one of the two choices... Firsr i have to confirmed for Asean market if the honda, their assembly line is in China, if it is there... Scratch.. 2nd, i have to see for myself phisically the difference, then on the vulcan s, i have to look for replacement parts for longevity and the availability of parts, in my city honda if it is a celphone, it is a user friendly, many parts available.. But on the big bike category, they are even... There is also if the ground clearance is low, philippines has lots of lots of humps and bad roads.. So i go for much higher ground clearance.. We filipinos love those japanese brand makers... Like i said, your advice is well i think helps a lot.. Thanks...
Lastly, VULCAN S. Is a named taken for vulcano i think, meaning hot, as a fire fighter in my city, Vulcan is our radio call sign. Thats one thing maybe i go for the Vulcan S.... Lol.
Peace and love... Have a safe drive along the way!
You can ride the vulcan like a slow thumpy cruiser or use the revs to make it perform like a sports bike, the narrow tyres help with tipping into the corners.
Another thing is if you are in the US you can remove the limiter on it that makes it Ninja 650 power again, if anywhere else it is a limiter and a screw in the throttle.
Hey +Rabid Hedgehog, Thanks for a great review! I just bought the Rebel 500 in all black!! What headset did you and Seagull use? The audio sounds super clear! :)
Seagull is using a Purple Panda Lav mic into Sony AS-100V straight up. I am using a modified Sena 20S mic only to Sony UX560 digital audio recorder. We can hear each other talk through a standard Sena 20S.
Can you share the price you bought it at? Used or new?
I do agree with you on a lot points about the Honda Rebel 500 but It does have an ABS option for 300 dollars more. Personally my choice would be the Kawasaki Vulcan 650 but I wouldn't recommend the Vulcan to a total new rider that just pass their MSF course.
The Vulcan S has been great for me as a first bike
Vulcan s was my first bike and I still have it, spend the extra money because you will get bored pretty quick on the rebel 500.
@@MrSokgunslinger when you say "bored," do you mean you need more power and the Rebel couldn't deliver?
Fleetfoot S more power and more agility but that’s just my opinion.
You both picked the Rebel? That's an absolute laugher. I've ridden both for quite a while and it's not even close. The Rebel 500 couldn't pack the Vulcan S' lunch.
Has nothing to do with speed or power or anything like that it is about affordability, fun, ease of use, and a little bit of soul. The Vulcan S is indeed faster and such I get that but it kind of feels like an appliance where as the Rebel 500 has just a more fun soul. Probably the mid controls or whatever it might be, but there is just something about the Rebel.
Also rode both; vulcan felt like the old man's bike while looking like a racedrivers dream of a cruiser,
Rebel felt like the racedrivers dream of a cruiser while looking like the old man's bike.
Choose the second, ran out every cruiser I've seen as soon as a curve appeared... usually drive in circles arround them while they try manouver their ships... me cheeky lil rebel on my lil Rebel.
@@RabidHedgehog i get what you say about the character and soul of the bike, but do you find the Vulcan soulless, or just less soul?
It's amazing, your review has helped me a lot. ~Always ride safely~
You as well and thanks!
Drove both and enjoyed both of em. I prefer the Rebel more cause I find it more comfortable to ride than the Vulcan. Doesn't mean the Vulcan isn't comfortable but I have short and stuby legs.
I'll take the Vulcan over the Rebel for the comfort.
The newer Rebels have come closer, but still no one has the ergo fit.
I'm going for the Vulcan S for my next bike. I had a 650 Vstar classic which was amazing, and I'm currently riding a 96 Magna with 32000 mildz, also a wonderful bike.
Love me a Magna, especially that year range. Surprisingly fast.
"I'm completely agree"
Vucan s is a better bike guys.
I went into the dealership yesterday to try out the Vulcan. I was sitting on it and the bars were a bit too far forward. So I asked the salesman about Ergofit. Guess what he said. "Yeah, we got Ergofit. But I don't think you need it." "Look here, I have to lean forward 2 inches to make it fit my reach." "Meh. How long you gonna ride. It'll be fine."
What a great salesman, eh? Arguing with the customer about what feels comfortable. I may drive 50 miles north and get an Indian Scout instead.
Would not blame you if that's what they're doing. If you're in Oklahoma go to Indian of OKC for the Scout
Hahahaha stupid salesman
I have a 2017 Rebel 500, I put a Puig wind screen on and a Mustang seat and a mustang passenger seat I also put Shad 23 side cases. And for my wife’s safety I added a sissy bar with a padded back rest. It also has a rack for additional carry options. Great bike and has all the speed and power I need. 0-60 in under 6 seconds. I’m 68 and 5’6” so this bike fits my age and height. I looked at the Vulcan and felt the tank was to wide and it felt top heavy so I went with the rebel and no regrets.
I bought a 2015 Vulcan S (non - ABS) in April of 2018. It was sold new in 2017 and had only 394 miles on it. I hadn't ridden in over 27 years. I rode a 78 Suzuki GS850 back in the early 90's. When the dealer told me about the trade that they had just taken in that was in my price range, I asked what it was and the displacement. He told me it was a 650 Kawasaki Vulcan. I was not impressed over the phone, but I went down and test rode it. The rest is history. I immediately fell in love with how it feels to ride the Vulcan S. It has plenty of power and it's still very light feeling. It's a great looking motorcycle and I'm confident that it will last a long time without issues. It's liquid cooled. I get 48-60 mpg. It's more impressive than I ever imagined possible. I did add mirror extensions to raise the mirrors. I was looking at my shoulders. I haven't ridden a Rebel. It's a nice looking bike too.
Well as stated I love me the Vulcan S as well as it is a bike that punches high above the CC class and is a blast to ride. But for the needs we have it is fun to have the more narrow and light 500CC. However, I will do a stand alone on this bike as it never has seen the light on this channel yet and we've had it now for almost two years and to also explain in greater detail what this bike has to offer. Enjoy and be safe on your Vulcan you have a great motorcycle. RSMF
how much did you pay for it?
Still got it?
I like most all of the reviewers but you are at the top of the heap: informative, articulate, fun for the listener and you do it all without swearing. Good job.
Thank you for the support!
Picked up a 2019 Vulcan S in February 2020, with 1,700 miles, for $4,500.00. What a deal. Just like new.
you like it?
Damn all these commenters are salty af because you guys liked the Rebel.
Yeah, you get used to it over time. It's like cool glad you like the Vulcan but why the rest of the words? lol But seriously I do not mind the opinions of others and as I tried to say to some it is really about the overall picture to a newer rider, not speed and power.
Naaaaaw. Vulcan S is no good, because Yamaha Raider S.
hahaha
@@RabidHedgehog whaaaa vulcan's front looks like gladius which looks most of people hates, so it's basically a naked bike with lower back...
I don't know the Rebel but I have the Vulcan S. It's a handsome small cruiser. You can have fun with that bike. Just cruising around but you also can have some fun at cornering because that bike is not that heavy. Actually a great bike! Sometimes I just miss that it is somehow special, just like a Harley or an Indian. It's not a bike that makes people watching twice. But you have a nice and reliable cruiser and it's not really expensive!
I dont like the 500's display. That square LED on with a huge round bezel just looks cheap. I get that they wanted to look retro but from the cockpit it looks bad.
Pls do a comparison between the Royal Enfield GT 650 and the rebel 500.
If that shall ever present itself. We currently do not have a Royal Enfield dealer at this time. We had one for like three months and they decided to just pull the line.
I have a question someone here might be able to answer. I'm a vet with reduced range of motion in my knee, does anybody make a forward control kit for the Rebel ?
There are a few out there that I had to search for on Google but they appear to be Euro based, but it would be easy to ship them here.
I'm getting the Rebel 300, and the Vulcan will be my upgrade bike. I'm short and want as light of a bike as possible as my first bike. Get my confidence up THEN get the heavier bike.
That is not a bad idea. Ride safe when you do!
Hope you're buying used for first bike. Especially if you're getting the rebel 300.
how small?
I'm definitely a fan of the Vulcan, I dont really like the styling of the Rebel. The tank just looks like it sits too high if you know what I mean...
I've only owned two street bikes, both cruisers (Honda Shadow Sabre 1100 and Honda VTX1300R) so my experience is limited. I sold the VTX just over a year ago and am really missing being on two wheels. As I'm getting older (51 now) and am not a big guy anyway (5'6" and 170 lbs.,) I find myself wanting a smaller, lighter bike that I can just have more fun on. I know the Rebel will have no power compared to the VTX. It had crazy power and I loved it. I don't see me riding the interstate very often. I would be riding back roads and small highways mostly. I've been trying to decide between the Vulcan S and the Rebel 500 for a while. I think the fun factor and lower weight makes me want to go with the Rebel. Add to that it's basically made for someone my size. I don't need the power of the VTX anymore. I just want to get on two wheels and have fun. Besides, I used to have an absolute blast riding a 150cc scooter. LOL. I think the 2020 Rebel 500 will suit me fine.
The Rebel make one 1100ccm 86hp, and a DCR Version with no Clutch, Automatic and Manual Gear, Gears Change with 2 Paddle on your Steering not with you feet,
But need a ECU Flash have a
98 Mph Limit same the Rebel 500 have this Limit, for an 1100 ccm and 86 hp Bike is this slow, for the 500 ccm ok
I bought a 2020 Rebel 500 and absolutely love it!!
Rebel looks almost like a harley davidson thats why i like better rebel
Vulcan rulz
Everything on the Vulcan is better than the Honda.
Looks, power, brakes, fuel capacity, ergonomics, etc etc.
Just the stupid round display on the Honda is already a dealbreaker.
My next bike Vulcan defo I rode the honda but did not like it…the right hand Cowling gets in the way of ya leg..plus just could not get comfortable with my feet..🤷♂️🤔 just not for me..
I'm interested in how you do your audio recording. Would you mind to share how you setup your recording?
I use a purple panda mic in each helmet. Each of us is also using a separate field recorder. Either a TASCAM DR-05 or Sony UX560. We then use the Cardo PackTalk, (or in this case Sena 20S), to talk back and forth to hear each other. So this allows a cleaner audio.
Excellent comparison and review, guys! Thanks
Thanks for the support!
Wish I bought the Vulcan
Good video with good info but guys plz, dont ride so close to the centre line, especially if oncoming traffic. If the oncoming vehicle slides out there is zero space and you will get hit.
I know it looks cool staggered riding but it's not worth it. If needed have more space.
Do a comparison between the Honda rebel 500 and the Harley Davidson Street 500.
Need to find a Street 500 that I'll be allowed to take out with it
The Rebel 500 you will most likely be looking to upgrade soon. The Vulcan S you will find you don't even need to upgrade. The Vulcan S pisses all over other bikes in that range.
I would not say that. Depends on why you are riding. Just getting out an enjoying the views you will not care about power or speed. Blazing into corners and wanting the performance yes.
Knows and Suzi might cost less and have higher top end bit for me quality means more than an Xtra 6-10 ,kph❤
Lolol. I understand people have different opinions. But Jesus Christ, the Vulcan S is overall way better then the rebel 500.
I’d rather that modern cruisers have a Tacho and a gear counter stock with the ability to remove if you really didn’t want it. - love, modern Honda Shadow rider.
I rode both as a starter bike. Vulcan is faster, more features, responsive, and fun as. No idea why you picked the rebel.
Thank u so much - cause I'm gonna get a bike and it is gonna be 1 of them...
Great video and I just subscribe cause of it!!!
Nice review dude, so to the point.
In Belgium the Rebel500 is not sold well, riders go to Vulcan s instead.
The seat of the Vucan S is so confortable, the Rebel 500 seat is hard from minute one.
I'm agree with you, Rebel500 al the way for the reasons that you mentioned.
And a couple of extra dollars, but still under the price of the Vulcan S, you can get that seat changed too! But I do like both bikes and it does help to have both in the garage. I will hopefully one day have the perspective of my wife who is the main rider of the Vulcan S and what she thinks of both.
@@RabidHedgehog Hello, did you get your wife perspective of both bikes? This summer I may buy the Vulcan S new over the Rebel 500 just because my wife chooses for me :) , I love both bikes and wish to have both of them. I will go with the Vulcan S because I'm afraid that I will grow up the Rebel 500 quickly.
Not hard to guess these guys are pro-rebel
We're pro Vulcan S too. It's just bang for dollars here.
Thank you for this video, I'm just deciding between these two bikes and I prefer Honda Rebel 500 (2020).
They are a great motorcycle for sure. Both have their pros and such but I need to try the 2020 to get the updated list.
@@RabidHedgehog So, men, I finally own this bike (2020 edition with ABS): great, nimble and funny bike with only one problem - replacing battery takes really long time. It's unbelievably difficult! :oD But I like it, at all!
Honda needs to call it a 470, or increase the engine to what it's called. Suspension quality on both is very budget. Otherwise, either would run 30 times around the earth without breaking down probably.
Bulletproof is indeed a good thing.
They don't care what the USA market wants. We are nothing to Honda. Nevertheless, they had to stick to a 47 hp limit for other markets and making a 471cc engine was the way to do that. Ever since the EX500/Ninja 500R/Vulcan 500 went away, there's not been a true 500cc twin on the market that has performed the same way, with similar power, in modern technology. It's a hole in the market unfilled. Aprilia had an SXV550 twin for a time, but the engine was a disaster of breakdowns.
Yay!!! Just bought the rebel 500 and love it so much. I’m so glad to be able to read reviews before I chose a bike. I test ride the Vulcan and just like you said, The rebel felt like more of an extension of me whereas the Vulcan just felt a little ungainly being a new rider.
Enjoy and ride safe!
After 5 months how are you enjoying the rebel 500? Sorry to ask, but do you mind sharing what you paid for it? I spoke with a dealer and they’re offering $5,500+tax and licensing fee for a used rebel500 with 1,500 miles on it.
Does that sound like a good deal?
Tyler Gable hey I’m in ur same position, looking for a rebel 500 and i think yu can find better.. maybe wait for winter to kick in and you’ll see better deals. That’s what I’m doing
Davis Turk does that not seem like a good deal? How much do you anticipate bike price to drop in winter? And with the 2020 release maybe the price will drop too, but i’m not sure how much. That’s the problem
@@tylergable2445 hey there , if you didnt buy the honda rebel yet, you should seriously save 1000$ and buy the new honda rebel 2020 which has fixed all the problems .5.500 is too much for an used motorcycle, new motorcycle a lot of new accesories, and is only 6.100$ here in Spain. in about 1 month i go for the blue version and it will be awesome. take care
Poor comparison! Mostly any bike is better than the 883.
After test riding the Vulcan s, the yamaha bolt, and the rebel 500 all in the same day, I can easily say the Vulcan s is the best, then the rebel. 2 very fun bikes. The yamaha bolt is an absolute snooze fest. I'd been waiting years to ride the bolt, I thought for sure it was the bike for me... but no way, it reminded me of my 2008 suzuki s50 boulevard. Too slow. I could not believe it. I own a Kawasaki z900rs that I'll be trading on a Vulcan s. Love the channel btw 👍
I have attempted to do a review on the Bolt so many times... But I have absolutely nothing to say good about it and hence the reason it has never ended up on my channel. I had the displeasure of riding the Café variety as well and when I as watching the end result I seriously just deleted it because it was about ten minutes of riding and talking about the specs and such and then it became 20 minutes of please oh please get me off this thing I hate my life..... The Vulcan S performance wise is the number 1 for sure. Also if your style is a bit more speed seeking and such it would indeed win. We were trying to go for bang for dollars and to be honest it is very hard to be the little Rebel in that department. Although yes the Vulcan S comes close.
@@RabidHedgehog Yes, I'm not one to complain. I was on a motorcycle after all. But I'm astounded at my experience with the bolt. I longed to ride it and.... nothing. Anyway, I have to correct my statement. The Vulcan s is not the EASY winner. The Rebel is a FANTASTIC bike. Its honestly a toss up. The only way to know is to ride them for yourself!
I had shadows and kawis before ! Vulcan is deff has smoother ride
Didn't really get a good comp between rebel and 650
Stupid question (i am not a rider, but interested): how did you two communicate and how was it SO clear?! I am super impressed. Just looks like sucha fun thing to do. Ride around town with your buddy having conversations etc.
Not a stupid question at all. The audio is a bit on the rigged side on this as there were two separate field recorders along with two separate mics. However, there are helmet communication systems from Sena and Cardo that are really good at transmitting conversations, which is how we heard each other so we knew when to talk and how to answer questions.
lol im still laughing at that intro tho.....hahahaha you couldnt think of anything else savage?....so when you think of savage you think of seagulls?
Well it's like a Rabid Hedgehog it's not supposed to make sense.
@@RabidHedgehog lol i completely get that i dont mean no disrespect but i just wasnt expecting seagull ya know?
No I know, we are just random like that with the naming.
@@RabidHedgehog savage sloth lol
@@thatguyzen5615 Seagulls can be ridiculously savage :D ever see one swoop down onto an unsuspecting person and steal their food? XD
The Vulcan looks better and more comfy.
great video! We here at Vikingbags really love your content!
If you do you could always send some things our way to test.
Service/sizing at dealer is offered maybe but should he offered for aby bike. I'm sure the 650 cost more but personally would choose the Honda
Have fun on your chic bike.
For most people watching this video, let me warn you, these guys are not the norm. Most riders get board with their small bike very fast & end up wanting something larger. Selling & buying bikes often comes at a loss. 1. never buy new, buy used. 2. buy as big a bike as you are comfortable with & realize your comfort will increase with just a few days. Don't get me wrong, it will take years to become a good rider but that 900 to 1200cc bike that seems scary at first wont after just a few days. Just look for something cheap at first as you are going to drop it. Your first bike is a learning tool, don't get something expensive & pretty. Save that cool factor after you have ridden for a year.
Nice review Mate. I think that they are very good for the money and very good around the town. As you suggested I think that the Vulcan S would be the best for the high way. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for the support!
Ergonomics appear very different. Foot pegs look further forward on the Kawasaki & maybe more comfortable for those with longer legs. Honda ergonomics look very similar to the Suzuki S40 I used to have & it was the most painful bike I ever rode. (Try before you buy!) Probably fine for riders under 5'5".
There is no replacement for displacement
Vulcan is way better....rebel is a bitch bike
Anything "can whip an 883!" lol.
I tried once on a Z125 Pro...... It didn't go so well.
Uh, they are never the same price point man. If you say the used argument, then I can just get a used rebel. They're already selling for 3k used with 1000 miles.
first...yamaha volt 950 maked me fall in love with moto...and i knew i could not get the bike..and i was interested in rebel 500...but now i am with vulcan 650s! and i am asian..sorry for bad english..haha
Vulcan doesn't have abs
I'll be buying the new 2020 Rebel 500 ABS + LED etc ... looks AMAZING!
I am wanting to get a ride on the new one to see what improvements were indeed made.
Did you buy it? If so how’s is it man?
Even for a guy who's been riding almost 20 years can have fun on these. It's more fun to ride a small bike hard and fast than a big bike where it's easy. Just more exciting in my opinion. I'm looking for a small bike to do just that on instead of riding my 1600 all the time
Sat on the Rebel. Seat was uncomfortable within 20 seconds. The seat has real thin padding. Chose S650 and love that bike.
I bought a vulcan s 2020 special edition and the look is terrible. By adding a LED headlight it makes Harley davidson neo retro. And we can carry a passenger on vulcan s, we can't with the Honda.
Here is my conclusion, I researched more than half year design Rebel500, performance Vulcan S. I choose Vulcan S for long term riding. 😊
In the beginning of the video, were you guys rolling through Mulhaul or Guthrie? Later on, I had noticed that it was main street of Guthrie.
South sides of Logan County actually travelling up to Guthrie on Broadway to go through on Noble then Division.
When you buy it used,
with 3-4 Years old the Money comes to the same when you look some Time.
I like both Bikes,
for a Passenger the Vulcan is much better, but only for the Passenger, I sit in front
The peg position alone makes a huge difference between the two bikes. I own a Vulcan S and the forward positioning pegs does not give you that confidence like it would with a closer peg position like the rebel. Even when the vulcan S is adjusted to the short positioning. Avoiding bumps and such, the pegs being forward you would have to somewhat also pull on the handlebar to prop yourself up a bit vs just using your legs to prop yourself in the rebel. So for new riders, having that sense of control makes all the difference in your confidence level.
Awesome! My transgender son has both of these bikes, they/them wanted something more feminine looking that’s also weak and slow to ride in their safe space
Why does anyone think the need a tach on a cruiser? If you're turning 5500 rpm at 70 mph on the intestate, you're not slowing down......paralysis by analysis.
The engineering that Honda put into that engine is impressive. It's more advanced. Even the frame is made skinny at the crotch.
So, I just got my cycle endorsement and I don't have a bike yet, and I'm looking at both of these bikes, and I am going to test ride them, but as a dude who is 6'5", the Rebel has me concerned with those middle mounted pegs. I've done some tests in my chair here and I've noticed that it's harder to kick my foot up as if I'm upshifting the closer my foot is to my body. It puts a strain in my Achilles' tendon and my instep. The bike I learned on was an HD Street 500 and if I didn't commit to the upshift, I would get a false neutral. One time I even had it in 3rd by mistake (I upshifted twice). So, for my skills test, when it came to the one test where we had to be in 2nd gear, since it wasn't my bike, I just decided to kick the gear up as hard as I could. So, I'm definitely more interested in the Vulcan S for its forward mounted pegs.
Even though every review of the Rebel 500 that the rider stated his height, he was over 6 feet, I bought one anyway, because I can flat foot it at 5'6".
I've never ridden either but I sat on a Rebel recently and that seat was very uncomfortable. First impression.....meh. Honda should fix that.
As a first rider and being sport bike lover I would go for Ninja 400, but also loving the rebel 500. Two different styles and behaviors I would love to get them both but have to choose one.
Great comparison video! I've been dealing on both these bikes and seriously change my mind every hour. Option 1 is a 2018 rebel 500 with 2300kms $5500
Option 2 is a 2016 vulcan s with 4500kms $5000.
This in Canadian dollars. I'm leaning towards the rebel for fun /reliably and always had a thing for the bobber look, being 200lbs and 6' tall would I be too cramped up on the rebel? It's a long drive either direction for either bike so dont want to waste a trip. If u think I'll fit just fine on the rebel I'll take your advise! Dont mind the leaned forward bobber ergos anyway
You should go to a Kawasaki/Honda dealer near you and try both out. Then based on what you experienced, make a choice.
Man, those are very good prices. Either of them are good buys
They did upgrade on the 2020 Honda Rebel 500 . speedometer display shows the gears that you are on .suspension .headlight and blinkers and the clutch
I tried the Rebel 500 (i'm still too in love with it) for 4hours but i felt hard pain in knee after 2hours. I'm only 5.8... I'll need to try the Vulcan S. since I want something similar but more confortable for long ride.
The Vulcan S would have that forward mount letting your knee take less pressure.
The Vulcan is the best
The rebel should've had a simple no nonsense twin round analogue displays. Practicality over aesthetics.
Rebel ❤❤