The 2021 Rebel 500 ABS SE Honda Cruisers is a motorbike that departs from conventional motorcycle design and avoids the monotonous street hum. It begins with a 471cc, twin-cylinder engine that provides enough user-friendly power. The blacked-out appearance, lightweight, and low seat height are universally appealing, while features like Honda’s slip/assist clutch enhance the riding experience. And whereas some cruiser-class motorcycles are only enjoyable when ridden slowly, the Rebel 500 is delighted to be accelerated. There are even anti-lock brakes available. Plus, for 2021, we’ve introduced new colors and our new Rebel 500 ABS SE, a model with a variety of our most popular accessories already fitted, including our Black Diamond-Stitch Seat, Black Fork Boots and Covers, and a Black Headlight Cowl. Don’t allow anyone to put you in a cage; uncover a new Rebel 500 and break free from the mundane.
2021 Rebel 500 ABS SE Honda Cruisers – Features and Price
Style
Blacked-Out Style
The Rebel is a canvas for your creativity. However, unlike the canvas you get from an art shop, this one is not plain white. The blacked-out engine components, chassis, and bodywork features of the vehicle look terrific during the day and are much more attractive at night.
Blacked-Out Muffler
Forget polishing chrome; the Rebel’s blacked-out exhaust system complements the bike’s entire appearance. And maybe the most significant benefit? The incredible sound is crucial to the riding experience.
Classic Instrument Shape
The Rebel’s instruments are another unique piece that combines the old and the new by using a classic design and filling it with thoroughly modern LCD information. The gauges feature a display for gear position and fuel economy.
Four-Bulb Headlight
Another critical component of motorcycle design is the headlamp. The Rebel combines the advantages of both worlds. The lamp is bright and accurate, and the circular nacelle, aluminum-cast headlight mount, and glass lens give the Rebel a distinguished appearance.
All LED Lighting Package
LED lighting is the current standard. LEDs may be lighter, brighter, and need fewer replacements during their lifespan compared to incandescent lamps. Therefore, the Rebel 500 has an LED headlight, taillight, turn signals, and license plate light.
Color Choices
Are you ready for some fantastic color options for 2021? Check out the available riding options: Matte Metallic Grey or Pearl White Matte.
Optional Honda Accessories
Want to add personalized touches to your Rebel 500? We have a vast assortment of factory accessories. Check out, for instance, the custom seat choices, a backrest, saddlebags and a rear carrier, a passenger seat with footpegs, a backrest, and a great deal more.
Particular Rebel 500 ABS SE
In 2021, we will introduce a limited edition of our Rebel 500 ABS, the SE model. It includes some of our most popular factory-installed extras. Combining our Brown Diamond-Stitch Seat, Black Fork Boots, Black Upper Fork Covers, and Black Headlight Cowl takes your 2021 Rebel 500 ABS SE Honda Cruisers to the next level.
Steel Rear Fender
All-new Real steel never goes out of style. The Rebel’s rear fender is either color-matched to the tank or matte black and made of steel. The paint looks fantastic, and the steel fender helps to give a sturdy base for the detachable and optional passenger seat.
Wide 41mm Fork
The most important aspect of styling is the front, and the Rebel hits it out of the park. The front suspension provides accurate steering and a comfortable ride, but the 41mm fork tubes also give the bike a notable appearance.
Refined Rear Suspension
The rear shocks of the Rebel 500 are nitrogen-filled and feature a unique spring rate. Like the front suspension, it aims to improve the rider’s comfort and performance.
Wide Front Wheel
Not only does the Rebel’s wide 130/90-16 front tire look beautiful, but it also contributes to outstanding handling and stopping power.
Comfort
Low Seat Height
Virtually everyone prefers seat heights to be lower. The Rebel features one of the lowest seats in any lineup, measuring just 27.2 inches. It is comfortable when riding and makes walking easy at stoplights and in parking lots.
Light Weight
The Rebel 500, which weighs only 408 pounds with a full tank of gas, is much more enjoyable and user-friendly to ride than some larger machines, making it ideal for beginners or those seeking a nimble bike—additionally, the small total weight and low center of gravity aid performance.
Narrow
Super-narrow, particularly at the crucial tank/seat junction, the Rebel makes it easy to mount and dismount the motorcycle, as well as place your feet on the ground during stops. In addition, the Rebel accommodates a range of riders.
Roomy Rider Triangle
Three points of contact exist between the rider and the motorcycle: the seat, the handlebar, and the footpegs. The Rebel’s rider triangle finds the ideal mix between relaxed cruiser and more spirited sports riding. You have a dominating presence when you ride, and the moment you seat on a Rebel at your dealership, you’ll realize it.
Single Seat featuring Optional Passenger Seat
Are you traveling lightly and independently? Want to bring a companion? Like the superficial appearance of a solitary seat? Are you interested in the adaptability of a passenger seat? The optional passenger seat, footpegs, and footpeg hangers for the Rebel are all simple, bolt-on components.
Engineering
Slipper/Assist Clutch
The slipper/assist clutch, developed and refined in Honda’s racing bikes, allows for a lighter clutch pull at the lever yet a strong lockup when the lever is released and power is applied. This technique decreases clutch effort at the bar by about 30%.
Superior Handling
Many of today’s motorbikes are attractive while parked but underwhelm on curvy roads. The Rebel exemplifies the high standards that Honda sets for how its motorcycles handle and feel; we’ve devoted as much attention to how this bike curves and heads as we have to its striking appearance.
2.9-Gallon Fuel Tank
The gasoline tank is an essential component of motorcycle design. The iconic fuel-tank shape of the Rebel, which holds 2.9 gallons, is timeless, but it also works in tandem with the bike’s excellent fuel economy to provide ample range.
Die-Cast Aluminum Rear Subframe
Here is an opportunity for Honda’s designers to make a functional motorcycle component look extra cool. The aluminum subframe/fender mounts are sturdy, understated, light, and provide a stable base for the removable/optional passenger seat.
Wide Rear Tire
The low, fat 16-inch rear tire on the Rebel provides excellent traction and helps reduce the bike’s overall seat height and stance. And it appears challenging as well.
Performance
Sporty Engine
Twin-cylinder engines are an excellent choice for the Rebel 500. Honda twins are renowned for their versatility, and the Rebel 500’s 471cc engine is among our best. The narrow parallel-twin engine helps reduce the overall size of the motorcycle. In addition, it offers a great deal of low-rpm torque and a great deal of high-rpm performance.
Cast Aluminum Wheels
Front and rear cast wheels are lightweight, functional, and simple to keep clean, giving the Rebel an appearance that belies its retro design. The bike’s wide rims and tires also contribute to its appearance.
2021 Rebel 500 ABS SE Honda Cruisers – Price
The new 2021 Rebel 500 ABS SE Honda Cruisers is available at $6,799 only.
2021 Rebel 500 ABS SE Honda Cruisers – Technical Specifications
Engine
| Type | 471cc liquid-cooled 20º parallel-twin four-stroke |
| Valve Train | DOHC; four valves per cylinder |
| Bore x Stroke | 67.0 mm x 66.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 |
| Induction | PGM-FI; 34 mm throttle bodies |
| Ignition | Computer-controlled digital transistorized w/ electronic advance |
| Starter | Electric |
| Transmission | Six-speed manual |
| Clutch | Multiplate wet |
| Final Drive | #520 chain; 15T/40T |
Suspension
| Front | 41 mm telescopic fork; 4.8 in. travel |
| Rear | Twin shock; 3.8 in. travel |
Brakes
| Front | Single 296 mm disc w/ hydraulic calipers; ABS |
| Rear | Single 240 mm disc w/ hydraulic calipers; ABS |
Tires
| Front | 130/90-16 |
| Rear | 150/80-16 |
Measurements
| Rake (Caster Angle) | 28º |
| Trail | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Length | 86.2 in. |
| Width | 5.3 in. |
| Height | 42.9 in. |
| Seat Height | 27.2 in. |
| Ground Clearance | 5.3 in. |
| Wheelbase | 58.7 in. |
| Fuel Capacity | 2.95 gal. (0.6 gals. reserve) |
| Color | Matte Gray Metallic |
| Curb Weight | TBA |
Conclusion
Our new Rebel 500 ABS SE comes with our Black Diamond-Stitch Seat, Black Fork Boots and Covers, and a Black Headlight Cowl. Uncover a new Rebel 500 and escape the ordinary. LED headlight, taillight, turn signals, and license plate light are on the Rebel 500. Combining our Brown Diamond-Stitch Seat, Black Fork Boots, and Black Upper Fork Covers elevates your Rebel 500. Wide 130/90-16 front tires provide the Rebel with excellent handling and stopping ability.
