The Honda Rebel rangeincluding a special edition version associated with the 1100 variant, announces some new features for next year. Even so, they maintain unchanged the philosophy that has made them the favorite model of many fans of the cruiser segment. With a classic and timeless aesthetic, but with a contemporary and avant-garde style, the CMX500 Rebel appeared in the 2017 season, and has been the best-selling model in Europe in the “custom” category in 2021, 2022 and 2023.
On the other hand, we find the CMX1100 Rebel offers a step up for a wide range of riders looking for something a little different. In 2023 the family expanded once again with the introduction of the CMX1100T Rebel, a specialized touring version, ready to answer the call of the open road.
In any case, in both cases, we find improvements in the position of the handlebars and the thickness of the seat, while the CMX1100 Rebel also receives mechanical updates.
Honda Rebel range 2025 in detail
For 2025, the A2-friendly CMX500 receives several subtle updates to improve ride comfort, visual impact and everyday functionality. A new rear shock absorber design improves performance on uneven surfaces, while the seat has also been reshaped and redesigned with new urethane foam, increasing rider comfort without changing its very accessible feel. 690mm height. The handlebar position has also been fine-tuned on the 2025 model to create a more relaxed and natural riding position.
The model features a simple conversion from two-seat capacity to single-seat configuration using an easy-to-remove passenger pad and rear footrests, which also allows for the incorporation of a wider range of accessories.
Optional extras to truly personalize the CMX500 Rebel to the rider’s personal tastes and needs are conveniently organized into new packs, or as individually available items, and include, but are not limited to:
- rear grill
- Back
- Tank protectors
- Dome
- Nylon or leather saddlebags, etc.
The edition CMX500 Rebel “S” It remains part of Honda’s Rebel range for 2025 and comes with a headlight dome with smoked screen as standard, retro-style front fork covers and bellows and a special brown seat, with diamond-style stitching and bronze-colored wheels. The 2025 CMX500 Rebel will be available in the following color options:
- Matte Dim Gray Metallic (new)
- Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic
The 2025 CMX500 Rebel ‘S’ Edition will be available, within Honda’s Rebel range, in the following color options:
- Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic
- Orange Energy Candy (new)
On the other hand, like its little sister, the CMX1100 Rebel, which joined Honda’s Rebel range as a 2021 model, it also receives a series of updates (in engine performance, comfort, ergonomics and technology). In addition, there is a new addition, the CMX1100SE Rebela highly personalized custom Special Edition thanks to the incorporation of a color-matched front fairing, specially designed fork gaiters and a short, minimalist front fender from the range of original Honda accessories.
The SE is also the first mount, within Honda’s Rebel range, (since the RC213V-S) that incorporates mirrors at the ends of the handlebars from the factory. For the CMX1100 Rebel (CMX1100 and CMX1100SE), a more relaxed riding position is the key update for 2025. The handlebars have been moved back and up, the footpegs have been moved forward. The seat is now 10 mm thicker, while the overall seat height, with 710mmit is still very manageable.
The engine of 1,084cca characterful parallel twin, has been revised for the 2025 model year, with a higher compression ratio to provide even stronger low- and mid-range punch and an evocative, beefed-up exhaust note. As always, management by electronic throttle Throttle By Wire (TBW) brings with it sophisticated driving aids.
There are three pre-programmed driving modes and a user-defined option, which allows you to control a series of different parameters to adapt them to driving conditions. Including engine power delivery, engine braking, traction control level (Honda Selectable Torque Control) and gear shift program, in the optional version with Double Clutch Transmission (DCT)which has also been updated for smoother low-speed response.
A new five-inch TFT display incorporates customizable screens, as well as connectivity with the smartphone through the application Honda RoadSyncplus a USB-C socket on the left side of the unit. The 2025 CMX1100 Rebel will be available in a new Hawkseye Blue Pearl. For its part, the CMX1100SE Rebel, new for 2025, will be available in the following color options:
- Orange Flare Metallic
- Matte Ballistic Black Metallic
Honda’s Rebel range will be available in the brand’s dealerships throughout the first quarter of 2025. The initial prices for any of the variants that comprise it are not yet known.
For more information and details you can consult the brand’s official website or visit any of the authorized distributors with which the Japanese firm works in our country.
