Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2024 vs. Honda CMX500 Rebel 2017

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2024

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2017

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2024 compared to Honda CMX500 Rebel 2017

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2024

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2017

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2024

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	100 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	111 mm	Stroke	66.8 mm
Torque	Torque	139 Nm	Torque	44.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10	Compression Ratio	10.7
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Transistor	Ignition	Digital, Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,744.99 ccm	Displacement	471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	41 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	60 degree	Rake	62 degree
Trail	Trail	150 mm	Trail	110 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	18 inch	Front tyre diameter	16 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,325 mm	Length	2,188 mm
Width	Width	972 mm	Width	820 mm
Height	Height	1,120 mm	Height	1,094 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,625 mm	Wheelbase	1,488 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	680 mm	Seat Height	690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.9 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	11.2 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2017

We all strive for diversity and the Honda Rebel brings just that diversity to the A2 licence class. It is a wonderful addition to the Honda model range and can convince not only beginners. The engine and chassis tuning make it a very relaxed cruiser that makes gliding along a pleasure. The look is purely pragmatic, practically shining with minimalism. A harmonious overall package for affordable motorbike relaxation.

lively engine

good chassis set-up

great looks

low seat height

190kg fully fuelled

nimble handling

Lean angle clearance limited

small tank