"Should I get the Rebel 300 or the 500?"
"Should I buy a new or used Rebel?"

If you're watching this video, these are the questions you're probably asking yourself. Today we discuss this and more to help you make the decision!

Having been in your shoes before, I'm hoping we can provide enough information that you don't have regrets with your upcoming purchase.
Today we’re not only comparing the Honda Rebel 300 and 500, but also providing a refresher on what exactly has changed since 2019 with the design of the Rebel series. Some of the upgrades might steer you in the direction of buying NEW opposed to a Rebel from a few years back. Even though they look extremely similar, there are some key differences since 2020.

We take the Honda Rebel on some 060 and 0100 runs out on the backroads, then after our drive we reunite to discuss these motorcycles’ features in further detail.

The Rebel 500 here is a 2022 edition, where as the 300 is from 2019. There have definitely been some aesthetic and functional updates to the design since then. We’re hoping that this video is able to give you an idea of what to expect with each bike, and what kind of person might be better suited for one or the other.

Budget might play into your decision, and for that reason you might be looking for something slightly older (such as a Rebel made before 2020). If you are thinking of buying a Rebel that was made before 2020, take into consideration the main differences (other than just colour, head/tail lights, and a slightly wider seat):

The Slipper Clutch
This upgrade is included on Rebels after 2020, and reduces pull in the clutch by 30%. This reason alone should be enough to tip the scales in your decision. The slipper clutch will not only satisfy beginners who don’t quite have a handle on shifting gears, but experienced riders will also appreciate the incredible ease offered through this feature.

If you’re like me and have been riding a Rebel from 2019 or earlier, until you try the new Slipper Clutch, you won’t know what you’re missing. This feature is on both the Rebel 300s and 500s.