Got a 2017 Honda Rebel 300 a while back and, man, I’ve been itching to see what this thing can really do. I mean, they say it’s not built for speed, but I had to find out for myself. So, I geared up one weekend and decided it was time to push this bike to its limits.
First things first, I picked a long, straight stretch of road where I knew I wouldn’t be messing with traffic or putting anyone at risk. Safety first, you know? I wanted to see how fast this baby could go, but I wasn’t about to be reckless about it. Once I hit that road, I started to gradually open up the throttle. This bike, it’s smooth, really smooth. It’s not jerky, and you feel in control the whole time, which is nice when you’re trying to max it out.
Here’s what I noticed:
- Getting up to 60 mph, it’s a breeze. The bike feels stable, and it’s actually pretty fun to accelerate that quickly.
- Pushing past 60, you can feel the engine working a bit harder, but it’s not straining. I was watching the speedometer climb, and it hit 70, then 75 mph, without any drama.
- Around 80 mph, that’s where it started to feel like we were reaching the upper limits. The bike was still steady, no weird vibrations or anything, but it was clear that it wasn’t really asking for more.
The Final Push
I managed to get it up to about 85 mph. Honestly, that felt like the top end for this bike. And you know what? It felt great. It wasn’t about breaking any records; it was about seeing what the Rebel 300 could do. And it handled it like a champ. No issues, just a solid, reliable ride all the way.
After that little experiment, I slowed down, cruised back, and just enjoyed the rest of the ride. The Rebel 300 might not be a speed demon, but it’s got heart. It’s fun, it’s reliable, and it’s got enough pep to keep things interesting. Would I recommend it? Absolutely. It’s a great bike, whether you’re just cruising around town or seeing what it can do on an open road.
So, that’s my story with the 2017 Honda Rebel 300. It’s a solid machine, and I’m glad I got to test its limits. It’s not all about speed, but it’s good to know what your ride can do.
