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2009 Honda Rebel + your thoughts

Hey fellas I'm in the market for a cruiser, something me and my wife can ride on the weekends. I've owned 97 GSXR 750 and an 01 Yamaha R6 but they aren't very fun to ride especially with somebody in the back. I'm looking at the Honda Rebel 250 or the Yamaha v-star 650 or something else but I'm not familiar with cruisers. If any of you are, your thoughts/input/recommendations would be very helpful.

Some info
Our combined weight is about 350 LBS.
I don't really care for speed
Any make or model
Price range up to $5000
User or new

Thanks!

Engine Type 234cc air-cooled parallel twin-cylinder
Bore And Stroke 53.0mm x 53.0mm
Induction Single 26mm diaphragm-type constant-velocity (CV) carburetor
Ignition CD
Compression Ratio 9.2:1
Valve Train SOHC; two valves per cylinder
DRIVE TRAIN
Transmission Five-speed
Final Drive O-ring sealed chain
CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES
Front Suspension 33mm fork; 4.6-inch travel
Rear Suspension Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability; 2.9-inch travel
Front Brake Single-disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Drum
Front Tire 3.00-18
Rear Tire 130/90-15
DIMENSIONS
Rake 30-degree 40'
Trail 113mm (4.4 inches)
Wheelbase 57.1 inches
Seat Height 26.6 inches
Curb Weight 331 lbs (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and a full tank of fuel-ready to ride)
Fuel Capacity 2.6 gallons, including 0.7-gallon reserve


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Added: Feb-14-2009 
By: shalomindahome
In: Other
Tags: bikes, cruisers, riding, motorcycles, honda, yamaha, harley
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  • Go with a V-Star... it maybe 500-600 more than your top end but it's a 650 and should be able to handle 2 people better than the Rebel. They feel bigger than they are and should have enough power for you.

    Posted Feb-14-2009 By 
    Schrotted (79.34)  

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  • Here i sit and ponder, why the f**k i ride a Honda, Honda have made some good bikes, but this isn't one of them

    Posted Feb-14-2009 By 
    bren1 (125.64)

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  • It comes down to what you want, but if you go with the 250, you will only want more power later on. Especially since you have ridden sportbikes before, you might miss the power.

    Posted Feb-14-2009 By 
    drc72 (12.10)  

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  • I wouldnt go with anything less than a 650

    Posted Feb-14-2009 By 
    gonehuntin (2536.26)  

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  • A motor cycle needs to be at minimum 650 cc to do any traveling.

    Posted Feb-14-2009 By 
    apacheknife (244.86)

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  • 250 too small, I had a 600 in Hawaii and it was perfect for me and the wife.

    Posted Feb-14-2009 By 
    IcyHOT007 (13.08)  

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  • My friend has a yamaha 650 dragster nice bike im sure you could get a great 1 for 5000 or way less second hand.I had a kawasaki vulcan 1500 94 great bike the seat is like a cosy armchair and the passenger seat is raised higher so the person can see in front came in handy as im 6ft 7 passengers could then see the road ahead lol great sounds off it too.

    Posted Feb-14-2009 By 
    aroundthecorner (48.28)

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  • You need at least 500cc for riding two up on the street.

    Posted Feb-14-2009 By 
    dynadude (124.26)

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  • F**ck that Jap-Crap bike. That's my opinion. Why ride a f**cking rip-off...why ride a fake?

    Posted Feb-14-2009 By 
    raoulduke (35.30)

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  • a rebel is not really adequate for two people. only if you are small or a beginner should you think about a rebel. if you buy it, you'll soon want something bigger and i dont know if it has the get up and go when you need it, especially if you have someone on the back. could be a bit dangerous.

    Posted Feb-14-2009 By 
    triplette (201.80)

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  • I ride a Harley. But I would recommend a V Star 1100 or a Shadow 1100. Cheap used,enough power for two up and very reliable. My son rides a Shadow 1100. His wife prefers riding on my bike :)

    Posted Feb-15-2009 By 
    rkt88403 (16.66)

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    • lol nice, hope your friend is not a liveleaker. I did sit on an 1100 vstar today at the dealer and powered it up, had cobra pipes and it was awesome! I totally want one.

      Posted Feb-15-2009 By 
      shalomindahome (152.76)  

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    • LOL! My Son knows that she prefers riding on my Harley. It's got more room and it's smoother than his 1100 Shadow. BTW: Good choice on the 1100 VStar. Bitchin' bike with bitchin' sound. I ride a '04 Softail. I also have three cages and prefer my bike over all of them. Enjoy the cruiser and ride safe man.

      Posted Feb-15-2009 By 
      rkt88403 (16.66)

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    • Thanks brotha you too.

      Posted Feb-15-2009 By 
      shalomindahome (152.76)  

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  • It is a small bike, almost a "girls" model.

    Posted Feb-15-2009 By 
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  • My father has a Honda rebel. I think it is totally useless. I am 5'7" my legs feel really cramped when I ride it. The first gear is totally useless. It may be a good bike for a small female but that's it.

    Posted Feb-14-2009 By 
    kmac36 (10.04)

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  • Ahh shit, have you already made up your mind shalom? I don't have time to read the whole thread at the moment.

    Posted Feb-15-2009 By 
    Germungus (470.84)  

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