The Japanese are a leader in the automotive world; Honda has consistently stood at the top. Being at the forefront of production, it observes the market segment well.
Combining commuters’ convenience with practical and contemporary style is a forte. Merging nostalgia with retro elements, yet modern comes the New Honda Rebel 500.
Successor of CMX 450, the Honda Rebel 500 is an individual-focused, easy-to-use cruiser-type motorcycle that blends the retro and modern look and gives you a wholesome riding experience, which is adventurous as well as comfortable.
Honda Rebel 500: The Extraordinary Features of The Low-Slung Bobber
Exterior rebel: The Honda Rebel 500 is designed to be a classic blend of retro-modern style. Circular headlamps make you visible on dark streets. The fuel tank is pear-shaped.. It has beautifully designed mirrors, and its bulky tires of 16-inch diameter 130/90-16 front & 150/80-16 rear help the bike fly on the road with sufficient grip. It has a low-slung tubular steel frame, and its design is perfect for bobber-style riding posture. Having a low seat height of 690mm, it is available in matte gunpowder, black metallic colour. Completing the look is its rear end, which is sleek, and here the LED taillamps are fitted.
Powertrain: Let us dive deep into what the Honda Rebel 500 has to offer us in terms of its specs and features: Starting with the most important part, the bike has a 4-stroke, 8-valve parallel twin DOHC, liquid-cooled engine. It has a mileage of 27kmpl with a cruiser body type. Its power is 46.22 PS@8500 rpm, and torque is 43.3Nm@6000 rpm. Its fuel capacity is 11.2 L, and it operates on petrol with a total of 2 cylinders fitted in it. The bike has front and rear disc brakes with a displacement of 471cc. It has a kerb weight of 191kg, which makes it lightweight and an easy-to-handle to handle.
Dual-channel ABS impedes wheel lock-up by detecting brake pressure. Slipper clutch reduces engine braking. LED lamps make sure you are visible on the darker streets and pathways. Telescopic front and rear forks provide a stable riding experience. The 690 mm height of the seat and large 296 mm front disc, 240 mm rear disc with 2 piston calipers help the rider to maintain a good balance while slowing down. Formulated Dunlop tires offer a good grip. It has great rider-friendly aspects like nimble handling, light weight helps to maneuver easily, and parallel twin engines.
The digital instrument cluster includes a nice speedometer, odometer,tripmeter, and fuel gauge. Retro modern performance features with a 471cc engine. Carpuride wireless screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functions for the motorcycle, and installed in a way that it’s visible. Dash cams and other USB ports make the riding experience better.
Honda Rebel 500: Price, Launch, and Competitors
If we talk about the price of the Honda Rebel 500, its [ex-showroom] price is at Rs5.12 lakh, but the on-road price may go even higher till Rs5.84 lakh.
While the bike globally debuted in 2016, in India, it was launched recently on May 19, 2025. It is available at Honda’s bigwing dealerships across India.
The prime rivals of the Rebel 500 include the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650, Kawasaki Eliminator, Benelli 502C, Royal Enfield Shotgun 650, and Keeway V30 2C.
Why Buy The Honda Rebel 500?
Honda Rebel 500 is a globally dominating bike that first debuted in the USA and later came to India. The bike’s design is such that it’s good for both relaxed city rides as well as adventure experiences. Honda Rebel 500 looks beautiful and quite attractive in its modern-retro style.
The makers have not compromised with the safety of the rider, as it has an ABS dual-channel system fitted in it. The Honda Rebel 500 is a fuel-efficient option, and last but not least, the bike has the brand’s huge goodwill attached to it, which in itself is a certainty that whatever Honda brings to the table for its customers is going to be worth viewing and investing in.