The Rebel 300 and Rebel 500 are Honda's
latest entry into the entry-level street bike
market. Although the Rebel is not a new
model in Honda's lineage—the venerable
Rebel CMX250 has been around for about
30 years (and nearly unchanged)—but the
new Rebel has been so radically redesigned
that it shares nothing in common with the
outgoing Rebel. Except for one thing and
it's an important thing—the new Rebel, like
the old Rebel, is targeted at new motorcycle
riders, especially young ones, and even
older riders; or former riders who are think-
ing about getting back on a bike again after
2017 Honda Rebel 300/Rebel 500
First Test
TO HONDA, THE REBEL IS MORE
THAN JUST A LEARNER'S BIKE,
BUT A LEARNER'S BIKE THAT
YOU'LL WANT TO KEEP AND
CUSTOMIZE TO THE TILT FOR
YEARS TO COME.
The Rebels
have a sporty
feel with
their upright
seating
position and
decent lean
clearance.
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