A Closer Look At Honda’s Most Rebel (lious) Cruiser

Honda has updated its top-of-the-line cruiser, the Rebel 1100 (officially called the CMX1100), for 2021. Its cruiser tag is quite evident, thanks to its low and laid-back stance.

The Rebel blends present-day and classic styling effortlessly. For example, its round circular headlamp gives off an old-school vibe, but its full-LED setup is out and out modern. Moreover, the layout of the quad-xenon lights and the arced DRLs is appealing.

The style quotient is enhanced by multiple blacked-out components, including the frame, engine, chunky exhaust, and even the suspension.

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Topping off the design is the Rebel’s tail section featuring a horizontal LED tail light mounted on a broad mudguard.

The bike is available in two shades: Gunmetal Black and Bordeaux Red.

Being a cruiser, it has relaxed seating, courtesy of its low 700mm seat, front set pegs, and tall handlebar. While the rider's seat looks pretty accommodating, one shouldn’t expect the same from the removable pillion seat.

There is a small yet informative circular digital dash with a negative LCD. The bike even packs multiple electronic aids like four riding modes, three-level traction control, and wheelie control (which is uncommon for cruisers). Also part of the package is a type-C USB port under the seat.

Why electronics, you ask? Because the 2021 Rebel uses a Euro-5 compliant 1,084cc parallel-twin powerhouse putting out 87PS and 98Nm. Interestingly, the Rebel comes with two gearbox options -- a six-speed manual and a DCT. This is similar to that of the Africa Twin 1100.

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The motor is housed in a diamond steel frame sprung on a 43mm fork up front and twin shocks at the rear, both preload adjustable. Braking duties are performed by a single disc at both ends.

After all this, the most important question is ‘Will it come to India?’. While the chances are bleak, Honda did introduce the Rebel in a few Asian markets, and that gives us some hope.