Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020 vs. Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

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Overview - Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020 vs Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Technical Specifications Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020 compared to Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore67 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power46 HPEngine power111 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque44.6 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake62 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail110 mmTrail98 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width130 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter16 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,188 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth865 mm
HeightHeight1,094 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,488 mmWheelbase1,470 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height690 mmSeat Height835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)190 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)215 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity11.2 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2020

It is always fascinating how much riding fun Honda has packed into the small Rebel 500. The technology is familiar thanks to the modular system and should - typically for Honda - last forever. Now, with the update for 2020, the little Rebel presents itself cooler than ever, because LED lighting and the optional Special Edition with quilted seat make it a cool custom cruiser ex works. Only the front brake could use more lard and the engine is a little characterless, even compared to the direct competition. Nevertheless, it is and remains a real insider's tip for cruiser lovers!

compact dimensions

reasonable performance

lively handling

cool look with lots of custom potential

successful facelift for 2020

too compact for tall pilots

readability of the display

front brake requires too much hand force

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Its four-cylinder is silky smooth while delivering enough power to make you grin under your helmet. It is also very easy to move, which should make it a great commuter bike in everyday life and serve as an iconic fun bike at the weekend. The looks find the perfect straddle of classic design and modern details to form a coherent retro package that is also a worthy tribute to Kawasaki history. It's a great naked bike with a snazzy look.

Powerful and smooth engine

good looks

comfortable seating position

easy to ride

balanced handling. Not nervous and not ponderous

no shift assistant

heavier than other retro bikes in this class

seat a little too soft on long tours

no wind protection

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CMX500 Rebel vs Kawasaki Z900 RS

Price Honda CMX500 Rebel

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Price Kawasaki Z900 RS

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