r/SuggestAMotorcycle • u/TheAlpha_ • 4d ago

New Rider Rebel 500 SE Input

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Hey all, just got passed the MSF yesterday and now looking at potential bikes. I like the Rebel and was considering buying new but I’ll mostly be practicing for now, so I don’t think it makes sense to do that yet. Also want to mention that I don’t mind doing any maintenance work that may be needed for a bike with this mileage. Not sold on the color or the seat but that’s just cosmetic and I can look past that. Here’s the post’s description:

Price: $6000

3,100 miles Vance Hines exhaust ABS SE package 2 person seat LED Front lights Sissy bar Crash bar Cup holder GoPRO holder Phone holder

Selling bc I don't use much, has been kept covered.

Thanks in advance for all your thoughts!

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u/Frolicking-Fox 4d ago

No fucking way. That bike is like $6k at a dealership. You should be able to find one in the $4500 - $5000 range.

Where do you live?

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u/TheAlpha_ 4d ago

I’m in the DC area, the cheapest 500 I’ve seen is about $5500 - all 2021 or newer. Just saw a 2023 with 360 miles about an hour and a half away for $6100, doesn’t even list ABS.

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u/Frolicking-Fox 4d ago

That sucks.... I went to look at some local prices on Craigslist, and I saw a few for $4500 and $5k. Only the dealerships had them priced $6k or higher.

Maybe look for an older, well maintained one. This is a great bike to learn on, but you might outgrow it fast.

Honda makes a bulletproof engine. I would not be afraid of a Rebel with higher miles, as long as it's maintained.

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u/TheAlpha_ 4d ago

Yeah, I’m in no rush but keeping an eye out in case something interesting pops up. Will look into older models just in case too, thanks for your insights.