// Generation · 2017 — 2019

LAUNCH — FIRST GENERATION

Honda launches the CMX500 Rebel in 2017 as an accessible bobber-style cruiser, sharing the 471cc DOHC engine from the CB500F. Low profile, 690mm seat, 192kg — Honda's first natively A2-legal cruiser.

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Buyer score / 100
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Vintages
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Changes
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Overhauls
0
Updates
2
Minor
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ENGINE
1 change
2017
Launch — 471cc DOHC parallel twin 46hp / 43Nm, 6-speed gearbox
Engine derived from CB500F, 67×66.8mm bore/stroke, 10.7:1 compression. 185kg (std) / 187.7kg (ABS), 691mm seat, 11.4L tank
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FRAME
1 change
2017
Steel tubular frame — bobber silhouette, 16" wheels front and rear, 1490mm wheelbase
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AESTHETICS
2 changes
2018
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2019
No notable change — last year of gen 1
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SAFETY
1 change
2017
ABS optional — standard and ABS versions sold separately
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