Honda has rolled out its new E-Clutch technology on the Rebel 500 in international markets. The E-Clutch system uses a pair of servo motors attached to the clutch housing. These motors handle clutch engagement and gear shifts automatically, allowing riders to change gears without pulling the clutch lever. When the bike is at a standstill, the same motors disengage the clutch for a smoother stop. For riders who prefer full manual control, the E-Clutch can be switched off.
Beyond the new technology, the rest of the Rebel 500’s hardware remains unchanged. Power comes from the familiar 471cc liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine that produces 45.6 hp and 43.3 Nm of torque. The motor is paired with a 6-speed gearbox.
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The Rebel 500 continues to ride on a steel diamond frame, suspended by telescopic forks at the front and twin Showa shock absorbers at the rear. Braking duties are handled by a 296 mm disc with a dual-piston calliper up front and a 240 mm disc with a single-piston calliper at the rear. The bike rolls on chunky 16-inch wheels shod with 130/90 front and 150/80 rear tyres, giving it a planted, muscular stance.
In terms of dimensions, the Rebel 500 measures 2,205 mm in length, 810 mm in width, and 1,090 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 1,490 mm. At 191 kg, it’s manageable for most riders, and the 690 mm seat height. Ground clearance stands at 125 mm, while the 11.2-litre fuel tank should offer a decent range.
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Lighting is fully LED, including the headlamp, tail lamp, and indicators. With the E-Clutch-equipped Rebel 500 now on sale overseas, its India debut seems likely in the coming months, as Honda did the same with the CBR650 and the CBR650R.
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