With an aesthetic that combines classic and timeless, with a modern and bold touch, the Sling CMX500 Rebel 2025 It was an immediate success upon its launch back in the 2017 season. Since then, its popularity has positioned it as one of the best-selling custom models in Europe in 2021, 2022 and 2023.
The Rebel It is designed to be a narrow profile motorcycle, with a low seat that makes riding at low speeds easier. Its driving position is relaxed and balanced, with arms extended and footrest in an intermediate position. For 2025, in addition to new colors, the improvements are focused on pilot comfort. In fact, the seat has a new material, the position of the handlebars has been adjusted, and the rubber stops on the rear shock absorber have been redesigned.
Rivals Honda CMX500 Rebel 2025
Honda CMX500 Rebel 2025 Engine
The 471 cc twin-cylinder engine of the Rebelalso present in other models of Sling for A2 license, it has been tuned to deliver robust torque and smooth, progressive power, ideal for use as a cruiser. Its maximum torque of 43.3 Nm is reached at 6,000 rpm, while its power reaches 34 kW (45.6 hp) at 8,500 rpm, offering a balance between size and performance.
With optimized valve timing and lightweight internal components, friction is reduced thanks to piston serrations and a special treatment on the timing chain. The crankshaft is set at 180°, allowing a balanced and fluid rotation, while the 2-1 exhaust system, with catalyst and double resonance chamber, ensures a powerful sound and complies with Euro5+ regulations. The engine incorporates a slipper clutch for smooth gear changes and a six-speed gearbox adapted for the city.
Honda CMX500 Rebel 2025 cycle part
The tubular steel chassis of the Rebelwhich holds the engine in three points, emphasizes its custom appearance and low profile, with a narrow area for the driver’s legs and a design that visually separates the seat from the rear fender. The rear part incorporates a removable aluminum subframe, ideal for customization.
The steering has 110mm of travel and a 28° caster angle, while the seat, just 690mm off the ground, offers a comfortable ride with carefully positioned footrests and handlebars. The fork, with 41mm diameter stanchions and 230mm spacing, together with a 45mm swingarm and adjustable shock absorbers, ensure a smooth and balanced ride. The Rebel It has 16-inch aluminum wheels, with Dunlop tires and front and rear disc brakes that complement its classic style and handling.
Honda CMX 500 Rebel 2025 Equipment
The Rebel It presents an elegant and stylized design, where every possible element is finished in black to enhance its aesthetics and the paint finish. It is fully equipped with LED lighting, featuring a classic round headlight with a compact 175 mm diameter lens and a cast aluminum bracket. The slim oval taillight, along with the license plate light, complement its low profile. The 55 mm diameter circular LED turn signals include position light on the front ones.
The speedometer is a compact 100mm dial with a black-backlit, white-backlit LCD display, offering both style and functionality, with gear and fuel consumption indicators. The ignition key is located on the left side of the tank.
For the 2025 model, the seat has been upgraded with urethane foam for added comfort. In addition, the passenger seat pad and rear footrests are easily removable, allowing it to be converted into a single-seater motorcycle and making it easy to add accessories. Additional options include a rear rack, backrest, tank pads, visor, nylon or leather saddlebags, among others.
The S Edition variant remains available and is distinguished by a smoked headlight visor, retro fork caps and gaiters, a brown seat with diamond-shaped stitching and bronze-colored wheels.
Colors Honda CMX500 Rebel 2025
The CMX500 Rebel 2025 It will be available in the following color options:
- Matte Dim Gray Metallic.
- Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic.
The CMX500 Rebel 2025 “S” Edition It will be available in the following color options:
- Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic.
- Orange Energy Candy.
Honda CMX500 Rebel 2025 Price
The price of the bobber Sling It has not yet been revealed, but taking into account that the previous version cost 7,000 euros, the price of the 2025 will not be too out of place.
