Honda Rebel 500: specs and comparison
Honda Rebel 500 (Cruiser, since 2017): 471 cc engine, 34 kW / 46 hp, 190 kg (with fluids), seat height 690 mm. Licence: A2.
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Specs
Version since 2017
| Years | since 2017 |
|---|---|
| Type | Cruiser |
| Licence | A2 |
| Engine | 471 cm³, 2 cyl. |
| Power | 34 kW / 46 hp |
| Weight | 190 kg (with fluids) |
| Seat height | 690 mm |
| ABS | ABS from 2017 |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual |
| Tank | 11.2 l |
| Fuel use | 3.8 l/100 km |
| Range on one tank | 260 km |
| New price (official list, DE) | £5,500 |
| Used price (estimate) | £3,600 - £6,000 |
Why it's worth it
- Proven, reliable engine
- Cheap and simple servicing
- Low seat: up to 780 mm
Weak points
- Not great for a passenger
What to check on a used one
- Crash damage: bar ends, levers, footpegs, scratched covers
- Chain and sprockets: slack, stiff links, hooked teeth
- Service history: stamps and invoices
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Questions
Is the Honda Rebel 500 A2-legal?
Yes: 34 kW is within the A2 limit of 35 kW. Some countries also check 0.2 kW per kg, so confirm the papers of the bike you buy.
What is the seat height of the Honda Rebel 500?
690 mm. Whether you reach the ground also depends on the seat width: the finder estimates it from your height and inseam.
How much does the Honda Rebel 500 weigh?
190 kg (with fluids).
What is the fuel use and range of the Honda Rebel 500?
About 3.8 l/100 km; with the 11.2 l tank that is roughly 260 km before the reserve.
Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.