2025 HONDA CMX500A Rebel 500 ABS

The 2025 Honda Rebel 500 ABS SE (Special Edition) is a cruiser motorcycle featuring a 471cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine, characterized by a low 27.2-inch seat height and "blacked-out" styling. The Special Edition adds factory-installed accessories, including a brown diamond-stitch seat, black fork boots, and a colour-matched headlight cowl. 

Engine/Drivetrain

• Engine Type: 471cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin four-stroke
• Valve Train: DOHC; four valves per cylinder
• Bore & Stroke: 67.0mm x 66.8mm
• Compression Ratio: 10.7:1
• Induction: Programmed Fuel Injection system (PGM-FI); 34mm throttle bodies
• Transmission: Six-speed manual with Assist/Slipper Clutch
• Final Drive: #520 Chain; 15T/40T 

Chassis/Suspension/Brakes 

• Front Suspension: 41mm fork; 5.5-inch travel
• Rear Suspension: Dual shocks with 5-position spring preload adjustment; 3.7-inch travel
• Front Brake: Single 296mm disc with ABS
• Rear Brake: Single 240mm disc with ABS
• Front Tire: 130/90-16
• Rear Tire: 150/80-16
• ABS: Standard (on SE trim) 

Dimensions/Weight

• Seat Height: 27.2 inches
• Curb Weight: 419 lbs (includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel)
• Fuel Capacity: 3.0 gallons
• Wheelbase: 58.6 inches
• Rake (Caster Angle): 28.0°
• Trail: 4.3 inches
• Ground Clearance: 5.4 inches 

2025 Key Updates

• Updated handlebar position (slightly inward and rearward)
• Tapered handlebar design
• Improved seat foam for increased comfort
• Revised rear shock bump rubber for better bottoming resistance
• Color-matched front and rear fenders
• Updated LCD meter for better visibility