As per earlier reports, Honda has planned to launch four new 500 cc motorcycles in India within a year. These bikes would include Honda Rebel 500, Honda CBR500R, Honda CB500F and Honda CB500X. All of them are already on sale in various international markets and powered by a 471 cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine. Right now, there’s a big gap between the Honda CB300R and Honda CBR650R in the Japanese brand’s product line-up for the Indian market. The company seeks to fill this void with the 500 cc bikes.

Honda understands our price-sensitive market. It knows that while launching new products is necessary, ensuring that they have low price tags is equally important. Bringing motorcycles via CKD and CBU route attracts huge taxes. That’s why for one of its upcoming 500 cc bikes, Honda would like to manufacture in India with heavy localisation.

Right now, it is unclear as to which 500 cc motorcycle would Honda pick for production in India. Chances are that it could be one of the aforementioned models. Honda would first bring that specific motorbike in India via the CKD route. It would analyse the response it gets in the market and if everything goes fine, it would consider manufacturing it in the country. This model is said to hit the showrooms in 2021. However, the COVID-19 pandemic might have caused some delays.

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On the other hand, all the KTM bikes that Bajaj Auto manufactures are single-cylinder motorcycles. In fact, the only twin-cylinder motorcycle in the Austrian brand’s product line-up in India is the KTM 790 Duke, which was brought in as a CKD import and thus had a steep price of INR 8.64 lakh (ex-showroom). Right now, the 790 Duke is not on sale as it hasn’t been updated to the BS6 emission norms yet.

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The Honda Rebel 500 is already a handsome-looking motorcycle. Features like full-LED headlight, uniquely-shaped fuel tank, single-pod full-digital instrument cluster, complete blacked-out look, attract many enthusiasts. With the Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition, Honda has tried to add a retro charm to the regular version of the motorbike.

Honda Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition Features

The front end of the new Honda Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition features a black headlight cover or headlight mask and high-quality fork gaiters. There is a new aesthetically pleasing radiator grille that doesn’t compromise on its functionality. The brown seat with a diamond pattern is perhaps the most-retro element of the Honda Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition.

Honda has also paid attention to the minor details in the Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition. Parts like the new front brake fluid reservoir cap and tyre air pressure valve caps show exactly that. Apart from that, the bike also gets a new front footrest and black engine crash guard.

Honda is also providing many suitable accessories for the new Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition. There is a black seat option with the same diamond pattern as on the brown seat, pillion seat with the fittings for the rear footrests, saddlebag and pannier stays along with the bags themselves, and a rear luggage rack.

Honda Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Specifications

The aforementioned visual changes do make the Honda Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition stand out from the regular version. It mounts the same 471 cc liquid-cooled, parallel-twin, DOHC engine, which is linked to a 6-speed gearbox. The suspension and braking setups are also the same.

Honda Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition Price

With all the extra goodies, the Honda Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition costs THB 2,35,300 (INR 5.42 lakh). In comparison, the regular version of the Rebel 500 retails at THB 222,780 (INR 5.13 lakh) and is available in three colour options - Mat Jeans Blue Metallic, Mat Armoured Silver Metallic and Graphite Black. Honda will sell only 100 units of the Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition.

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Reports say that Honda will launch the Rebel 500 in India within a year under its new expansion plans. The company will likely price the Rebel 500 somewhere between INR 4.5-5.0 lakh (ex-showroom).

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The new Honda Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition features numerous parts that give it a more retro look. These new elements set the Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition apart from the regular version of the motorcycle.

To begin with, there is a new black headlight cover or headlight mask that hides all the cables and makes things tidy. The high-quality fork gaiters, together with the headlight mask, add a retro touch to the motorbike. To carry forward this visual appeal, there is a brown seat with a diamond pattern on it. A new radiator grille protects the radiator without compromising on the aesthetics. Other new parts of the Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition include brake fluid reservoir cap, black engine crash guard and special fuel tank cap.

Honda is also providing many suitable accessories for the new Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition. There is a black seat option with the same diamond pattern as that on the brown seat, pillion seat with the fittings for the rear footrests, saddlebag and pannier stays along with the bags themselves, and a rear luggage rack.

Apart from the visual changes, the new Honda Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition is the same motorcycle as the regular Honda Rebel 500. So features like the LED headlight, LED taillight, single-pod digital instrument cluster, uniquely-shaped fuel tank, alloy wheels, exhaust, suspension and braking setup, rearview mirrors, etc., can also be found in it.

The Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition uses the same 471 cc liquid-cooled engine that powers the regular motorbike. This parallel-twin engine comes with a DOHC setup and produces around 33.5 kW (45.55 PS) of maximum power at 8,500 rpm and 43 Nm of maximum torque at 6,500 rpm. It is linked to a 6-speed transmission along with a slipper and assist clutch.

Only 100 units of the Honda Rebel 500 Bobber Supreme Edition are available. The bike is priced at THB 2,35,300 (INR 5.42 lakh). In comparison, the regular version of the Rebel 500 retails at THB 222,780 (INR 5.13 lakh) and is available in three colour options - Mat Jeans Blue Metallic, Mat Armoured Silver Metallic and Graphite Black.

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As per the earlier reports, Honda plans to expand its premium product portfolio in India. It will launch four new 500 cc bikes in the country within a year, one of which will be the regular version of the Honda Rebel 500. It is being anticipated that the Rebel 500 would be priced somewhere between INR 4.5-5.0 lakh (ex-showroom).

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Honda will begin first with updates to its existing line-up. Post that, it will be trying to bring in additional new models form its international portfolio.

The intention behind this move is to ultimately foray into mass production of premium motorcycles in India. In fact, the company wants to make India a manufacturing hub for bigger capacity products and export them to other international markets.

There is also an India-made already-existing model on cards. While not much is known about this product, we wouldn’t be surprised if it is the Royal Enfield rivaling middleweight motorcycle.

However, here are the top 5 upcoming bikes of Honda in India in 2020-21.

1. 2020 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade

The all-new Honda Fireblade unveiled at EICMA 2019 is nastier than ever. Gone are the days when this litre-class motorcycle could be labelled as the tamest product in the segment. The 999.9 cc inline four-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 16-valve, DOHC motor can dish out 217.5 PS of power and 113 Nm of torque. This powertrain has the same bore and stroke ratio as the RC213V-S's engine but does not get the V4 layout.

Suspension duties are taken care of by 43 mm Showa Big Piston Fork (BPF) at the front and a Showa Balance Free Rear Cushion Light (BFRC-L). The 2020 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade has Nissin-sourced calliper at the front and a Brembo calliper at the rear. Its tyres are the new Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP.

The 2020 Honda CBR1000R-R Fireblade tips the scales at 201.3 kg and has a ground clearance of 118.6 mm. Other cycle parts include a new twin-spar aluminium diamond frame chassis and a new six-axis inertial measurement unit (IMU) from Bosch. Its features list includes titanium con-rods, forged aluminium piston, three-level Honda Electronic Steering Damper, Wheelie Control and Honda Selectable Torque Control.

We expect the 2020 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade to be priced upwards of INR 20 lakh (ex-showroom).

2. 2020 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP

If you thought that the new Fireblade is mental, just wait till you meet the new 2020 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP. It has new fully adjustable Öhlins semi-active NPX Smart EC 2.0 fork up front and Öhlins TTX36 Smart-EC monoshock.

The brakes also received a significant upgrade in the SP variant. They are the latest Brembo Stylema callipers at the front and the same rear Brembo monoblock calliper used on the RC213V-S. Besides, the aerodynamic package in the motorcycle, which includes new winglets that are being termed ‘unbelievable’ by Grand Prix motorcycle racer Marc Marquez himself.

Adding to the versatility of the 2020 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP is a quick-shifter, which is a standard fitment. We expect the 2020 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP to be priced at around INR 25 lakh (ex-showroom).

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3. 2020 Honda CB1000R

The litre-class neo-sports café racer in its 2020 iteration is largely similar to its outgoing iteration and has only a few cosmetic changes. It features an all-black triple clamp and stem that are complemented by a new Metallic Matte Ballistic Black headlight surround. In contrast, the previous model used silver accents for the triple clamp and stem. Besides that, it has a silver racing stripe enhances the visual appeal of the fuel tank. Also, apart from the existing Candy Chromosphere Red and Graphite Black paint scheme, the 2020 Honda CB1000R will also be available in a new Matte Pearl Glare White shade.

The engine has received a few upgrades, and it now produces 16% more peak power and 5% more torque than the previous iteration of the motorcycle. Also, the 2020 Honda CB1000R gets revised gear ratios. Its 998 cc inline four-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 16-valve DOHC motor now produces 145.5 PS of power and 104 Nm of torque. Also, the compression ratio of the motorcycle has gone up by 0.4 to 11.6:1.

Salient features of the 2020 Honda CB1000R include throttle-by-wire, four riding modes (standard, rain, sport, and user), engine brake and Honda Selectable Torque Control. Besides that, the motorcycle is also offered with an optional quick-shifter. Suspension setup includes Showa Separate Function Fork Big Piston (SFF-BP) at the front and a Showa monoshock sy the rear.

We expect the 2020 Honda CB1000R to be priced at around INR 15 lakh (ex-showroom).

4. 2020 Honda CBR650R

This everyday middleweight motorcycle introduced in India last year will be launched in BS-VI avatar after April 2020. Its engine casing loses the bronze shade and gains an all-black finish. The rim stickers too have been removed. However, the LED headlamp and LCD instrumentation have been carried forward in the 2020 Honda CBR650R.

The suspension system includes upside-down telescopic forks (Showa separate function fork) at the front and a monoshock at the rear. The braking system includes the same dual discs at the front and a single disc unit at the rear.

The 2020 Honda CBR650R is powered by the same 649 cc inline four-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC motor. This engine can produce 88.4 PS of power and 60 Nm of torque. The Indian-spec BS-VI Honda CBR650R will be in a slightly different state of tune as Honda premium motorcycles (CKD products) have so far been introduced with reduced performance.

We expect the 2020 Honda CBR650R to be priced much higher than the old, which used to cost INR 7.70 lakh (ex-showroom), at around INR 8.5 lakh (ex-showroom).

5. 500 cc Middleweight Motorcycle

Honda will also launch a new middleweight bike in India manufactured locally. The motorcycle is expected to have an engine displacement around the 500 cc mark and will be dishing out around 45-47 PS of power. This could be the Rebel 500.

Honda will have to price the new motorcycle competitively in order to make the volumes large enough to be commercially viable. That is something which the Japanese motorcycle maker has so far not been able to do so far. Also, to price it competitively, Honda will have to heavily localise it.

Stay tuned to IndianAutosBlog.com for more Honda updates and other two-wheeler news.

As of now, Honda hasn’t disclosed any details regarding which 500 cc motorcycles would it bring to India. But we do have information that these bikes are already on sale in some international markets. So, we are expecting that they would be the Rebel 500, CBR500R, CB500X, and CB500X. They all are based on the same 500cc platform and mount the same 471 cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled engine.

Another report tells us that apart from launching multiple 500 cc bikes in the country, Honda will also manufacture one of those bikes in India with 100% localisation. This will help the brand to compete aggressively in this segment by having a relatively affordable price tag. Which bike will that be, remains a mystery for now.

Now, there’s a new development which indicates that apart from manufacturing a middleweight bike in India with 100% localisation, Honda is also exploring the possibilities of exporting this product to other countries.

Speaking about the same with our colleagues at Fastbikes India, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India's Senior VP of sales and marketing, Yadvinder Singh Guleria, shared that Honda has its production facilities spread in over 30 countries. For the global market, the company decides which models need to be sourced from which country.

Each country has its own regulation norms. So, there are countries which the company can export to while it can’t in some other countries. For example, Honda would only be able to export, let’s say the middleweight bike from India to markets like the US and Japan post-2023 because of their very strict regulation norms.

Also Read: India-bound 2020 Honda CBR 650R officially revealed

In other news, Honda has recently launched its all-new 2020 Africa Twin Adventure Sports in India. It is also planning to launch its track-oriented CBR1000RR-R Fireblade in the country within a year.

*Ex-showroom, PAN India

[Source: fastbikesindia.com]

A new report suggests that Honda will also develop a middleweight bike in India and and manufacture it with 100% localisation. In an interview with Fastbikes India, Yadvinder Singh Guleria, Senior VP of sales and marketing, Honda (India), revealed that the company has its focus on expanding its Big Wing network in the country. For that, a three-tier approach would be followed.

As per this approach, Honda would bring in premium bikes via the CBU route and continue with the CKD assemblies for some models. It will also have a middleweight motorcycle that it will mass-produce in the country with 100% localisation.

It is still unclear as to which 500 cc motorcycle would Honda pick for production in India. But we do know that it is a model that is already on sale in various international markets. Chances are that it could be one of the following bikes:

• Honda Rebel 500 - a cruiser
• Honda CBR500R - a sportbike
• Honda CB500F - a naked streetfighter
• Honda CB500X - a road-biased touring motorcycle

The aforementioned motorcycles share a 471 cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine. Depending on the bike, the power and torque output of this engine slightly varies but are within the range of 45-47 PS and 44-46 Nm respectively. As for the transmission, it the same, a 6-speed unit.

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At present, Honda doesn’t have a single 500 cc motorcycle in India. Its only middleweight offering is the CBR650R. So, if the Japanese two-wheeler manages to implement its new strategy and does manufacture a middleweight bike with 100% localisation in India, then it would not only have a bike in this segment but a bike with an affordable price tag.

[Source: Fastbikesindia.com]

A new media report says that Honda is planning to launch four new 500 cc bikes in the country within a year. These bikes would include Honda Rebel 500, Honda CBR500R, Honda CB500F, and Honda CB500X. At present, Honda doesn’t have a single 500 cc motorcycle in India. Its most only middleweight offering is the CBR650R.

Honda Rebel 500

The Honda Rebel 500 isn’t a brand-new model. It is already on sale in various international markets. However, when launched here in India, it will be Honda’s first cruiser-type motorcycle in the country. The Rebel 500 has a 471 cc liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine with DOHC setup. It produces 45.5 PS and 44.6 Nm and has a 6-speed transmission. Some of the Rebel 500’s key features include alloy wheels, blacked-out styling, wide tyres, slipper/assist clutch, etc. It is being anticipated that when launched, the Rebel 500 would attract a price somewhere in the INR 4.5-5.0 lakh* range.

Perhaps, we wouldn’t mind seeing the more affordable Rebel 300 as well at a later stage. What do you guys think?

Honda CBR500R

The CBR500R is a fully-faired sportbike with aggressive styling. A motorcycle like this should be received very well by the Indian audience. It shares the 471 cc parallel-twin engine with the Rebel 500. Some of CBR500R’s key features are stainless steel exhaust, digital instrument cluster, LED headlights, aluminium Y-spoke cast wheels, etc. Honda is expected to price the CBR500R in the INR 5.0-5.5 lakh* range.

Honda CB500F

So we have had a cruiser and a sportbike, and now comes a naked streetfighter. It is kind of a stripped-down version of the CBR500R with some minor design changes like a different headlight, upright riding posture, single-piece handlebar, etc. All the underpinnings are the same. It could be priced below the fully-faired bike.

Honda CB500X

With its CB500X, Honda will try to reach out to people who seek an affordable yet capable tourer. The CB500X would most likely be a road-biased model with touring-friendly features like a long windscreen, upright and relaxed riding posture, comfortable long seat, etc.

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Initially, Honda would bring in the aforementioned 500 cc motorcycles into the country via the CKD route. It would analyse the response they get in our market and if everything goes fine it would consider manufacturing. Apart from the aforementioned models, Honda would also launch its litre-class, track-oriented CBR1000RR-R Fireblade in India.

*Ex-showroom

[Source: bikedekho.com]

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As seen in the leaked patents, the primary frame is identical to the Rebel 500, although the sub-frame is noticeably different from the cruiser. Moreover, a closer look at the footpegs and brake lever show an off-road biased setup that aims to provide a better grip. The dotted lines in the leaked patent image are the outline of how the final product may look like, although it will undergo a few changes as the development process goes forward.

Apart from the chassis, the upcoming scrambler will also share its engine with the Rebel 500. However, the exhaust pipe on the scrambler, as seen in the patent image, will be relatively tall-set than the cruiser motorcycle. The 471 cc, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin, 8-valve (4-valves per cylinder), DOHC motor on the Rebel 500 makes 46 hp of peak power at 8,500 rpm and 44.6 Nm of max torque at 6,000 rpm. The twin-cylinder mill is claimed to deliver a healthy low-range torque and sufficient higher-rpm performance, and the tuning should suit the scrambler bike as well. It will be interesting to see if Honda also develops a scrambler-style motorcycle around the Rebel 300.

The patent image also shows budget-friendly hardware. Thus, the shock absorption department comprises conventional telescopic forks at the front and twin-sided springs at the back. Braking setup on the motorcycle in the patent image includes single discs on both wheels. The box-type swingarm on the scrambler motorcycle patent looks different from the unit on the Rebel 500.

The Rebel 500 comes with a LED headlight, and we would not be surprised to see a similar setup on the scrambler bike. We may also see a Rebel 500 sourced instrument console on the middleweight scrambler motorcycle. The ergonomics will be very different from the Rebel 500, and the scrambler bike will pack high-set handlebar for better accessibility while off-roading. We also expect to see wire-spoke wheels on the scrambler, with a 19-inch unit at the front.

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The new scrambler from Honda will target the budget-oriented middleweight segment of the market and it will be an ideal product for countries like India. Do note that there are no details about the target markets for this motorcycle yet.

[Source: Bennetts.co.uk]

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In a recent interview to Moneycontrol, Minoru Kato, President and CEO, HMSI said that the niche segment controlled by Royal Enfield is 'very important' to the company, but it may not have an immediate answer. Kato said,

That is one of the biggest challenges for us. We have been undertaking customer surveys and product development. As of today, I am sorry to say we don’t have anything concrete to say.

The Rebel series could have been a rival to Royal Enfield’s dominance in the 350-500cc segment, but Honda is not interested in pitching the motorcycle range against the thumpers, primarily due to the inability to match the price.

Manufacturers have repeatedly tried to compete with Royal Enfield only to fail. Bajaj Auto launched the Dominar 400 with an aim to grab a share of the 350-500cc segment. However, the flagship Bajaj motorcycle could not achieve even 30% of its sales target. Bajaj is now updating the Dominar 400 and the new motorcycle is expected to arrive in November 2018.

In recent updates, Mahindra Group owned Classic Legends is preparing to challenge Royal Enfield by bringing back the Jawa brand into the Indian market. The engine for the upcoming Jawa motorcycle has already been unveiled while the product would be revealed on November 15, 2018. The motorcycle's new BSVI-compliant engine is a 293 cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC, fuel injected unit that will deliver 27 bhp of maximum power and 28 Nm of peak torque. The engine is tuned to offer a healthy mid-range and a flat torque curve, with efforts also to give it the signature Jawa exhaust note.

Meanwhile, Royal Enfield is expanding its product portfolio by introducing the new Interceptor INT 650 and Continental GT 650. As reported on October 13, the new 650 Twin will be launched in India on November 14, 2018. The motorcycles would be priced aggressively and are expected to arrive in the INR 2.50-3 lakh (ex-showroom) range, making them the most affordable 650cc twin-cylinder motorcycles in the Indian market.

Also read: Jawa 300 Roadster - IAB Rendering

The 650 Twins will use Royal Enfield’s all-new 648 cc, parallel-twin cylinder, SOHC, oil-cooled, 8-valve engine that delivers 47 bhp of maximum power at 7,100 rpm and 52 Nm of peak torque at 5,200 rpm. The engine is mated to Royal Enfield’s first 6-speed gearbox and benefits from slip-assist clutch as standard.

[Source: Moneycontrol.com]

Honda Japan has launched the Honda Rebel 250 and Honda Rebel 500. Sales of the new cruisers will begin on 17 April 2017.

The Honda Rebel 250 was first showcased at the Osaka Motorcycle Show. Displacing 249 cc the single cylinder mill is coupled to a 6-speed gearbox. The engine is capable of producing 26 PS of maximum power at 9,500 rpm and 22 Nm of peak torque at 7,750 rpm. The bike tips the scales at 168 kg while the ground clearance stands at 150 mm. Colour options include Matt Armored Silver Metallic, Lemon Ice Yellow and Graphite Black.

Also Read: 2017 Honda CBR650F & Honda CB650F launched in Japan

The Honda Rebel 500 gets a twin cylinder 471 cc mill coupled to a 6-speed gearbox. The engine is capable of producing 46 PS of power at 8,500 rpm and 43 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm. The ground clearance is 135 mm, and the bike weighs 190 kg. The Honda Rebel 500 will be available only in Matt Armored Silver Metallic and Victory Red colours.

The Honda Rebel series is suspended on 41 mm forks and twin shocks in the rear. Tyres are 16-inch with a 130 section up front and a 150 section in the rear. Honda Japan aims to sell 1,500 units of the Honda Rebel 250 and 1,000 units of the Honda Rebel 500.

The Honda Rebel 250 has been priced at JPY 537,840 for the non-ABS version and JPY 588,600 for the ABS trim. The Honda Rebel 500 costs JPY 785,160.

The Honda Rebel 500 is set to be launched in Indonesia by April-May 2017. The Bobber is based on the Honda CBR500R and was showcased at the Thai Motor Show in November 2016 after being unveiled officially at the Long Beach Progressive International Motorcycle Show in the USA.

Powering the Honda Rebel 500 is a 471 cc parallel twin, liquid-cooled DOHC mill coupled to a 6-speed gearbox. The engine is capable of producing 47.58 PS of maximum power at 8,500 rpm and 43 Nm of peak torque at 7,000 rpm. The bike tips the scales at 185 kg and has a ground clearance of 137 mm. The seat height is an approachable 690 mm.

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The Honda Rebel 500 is suspended over 41 mm standard telescopic forks up front and twin shocks in the rear. Brakes include a 296 mm single disc in the front and a 240 mm single disc in the rear. ABS is available as an option. Colour options in the US include Black, Red, Bright Yellow and Matte Silver Metallic.

The Honda Rebel 500 has been priced at USD 5,999 for the non-ABS trim and USD 6,299 for the ABS version, in the USA.

With a signature Bobber look, the bike is customisable. A detachable pillion seat will also be available. A special customised edition called Rebel Uncommon Edition will be limited to 200 units in the Thai market. The standard version will get three colour options, Grey, Red and Black. Braking duty in the Honda Rebel 500 is administered by a 296 mm single disc in the front and 240 mm single disc in the rear. ABS is optional.

The Honda Rebel 500 gets a 130/90-16 front tyre and a 150/80-16 section tyre in the rear. The seat height for the rider is 690 mm. The ground clearance in the Honda Rebel 500 stands at 137 mm. The front suspension gets 41 mm telescopic forks while the rear gets twin shocks.

The Honda Rebel 500's deliveries in Thailand will begin in Q1 2017.