The delivery of Honda Rebel 500 has started in India. This bike is giving a tough competition to the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 in its segment. Rebel 500 remains a topic of discussion among cruiser bike lovers due to its powerful engine, attractive design and excellent features.
Rebel 500 where to get delivery
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India launched Rebel 500 in India in May 2025. Now the company has also started its delivery. Currently, this bike is available only on the bigwing dealerships of Gurugram, Mumbai and Bangalore. The company may soon launch it in other cities.
Price and main contest
The ex-showroom price of Rebel 500 is Rs 5.12 lakh. At this price, it directly compete with Royal Enfield’s popular cruiser bike Super Meteor 650. Both bikes target the mid-weight cruiser segment and remain a favorite among the loyal riders of their respective brands.
Engine and performance
The Rebel 500 has a 471cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled engine. This engine generates power of 46bhp at 8,500rpm and torque of 43.3Nm at 6,000rpm. It has a 6-speed gearbox, which gives smooth and comfortable riding experience. This bike is considered to be excellent for highway rides and long touring.
Design and features
The Rebel 500 look is completely based on the blackout theme, which gives it bold and premium appeal. This bike is available only in Matt Gunpowder Black Metallic color. It has a 16-inch alloy wheels, telescopic front fork and Shova Twin Rear Shock Abjobber. Also, it contains features such as LCD Instrument Cluster, Dual Channel ABS, Front (296mm) and Rear (240mm) disc brakes.
Weight and riding comfort
The Carb Weight of Rebel 500 is only 191 kg, which is much lighter than other bikes of this category. Its seat height is only 690mm, which also proves comfortable for riders with low height. However, its ground clearance is 125mm and fuel tank has a capacity of 11.2 liters, which can be considered a slight decrease for long riders.
Buying process
If you are planning to buy Honda Rebel 500, then you have to contact the bigwing dealership of Gurugram, Mumbai or Bengaluru. Currently this bike is available in these three cities. But if it gets good response, the company can make it available in other cities as well.
Who bought Rebel 500?
Honda Rebel 500 has emerged as a great option for riders who want the balance of performance, style and handling in cruiser style. Its weight is light, riding is comfortable and looks are also very attractive. Also, its price is also kept in line with the mid-size cruiser segment.
Compete with Super Meteor
Rebel 500 is directly competing with Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650, which is already installed in the market. However, while the Super Meteor is a slightly heavy and classic appeal bike, Rebel 500 has emerged as more modern, light and sporty cruiser. Both bikes have their own different features, but can be a better option for those who like Rebel 500 low height and low weight cruiser.
What does the market say?
The mid-weight cruiser bike segment in India is growing rapidly. Young riders are looking for bikes carrying both style and performance. In such a situation, Honda Rebel 500 can become a new and powerful option for them. Especially for those who want to try something new apart from Royal Enfield.
