Rebel Gear · Luggage & racks · 300 & 500
Luggage & racks
Rebel 300 & 500
CMX300 and CMX500 (2017+) — shared trellis family, mostly 16-inch wheels.
OEM anchor
Editor's pick
Honda
Honda OEM rear carrier
The cleanest factory rack when you want Honda-fit luggage or a backrest without guessing at bracket geometry.
- 4.3★ · 45 reviews · (Amazon AU, Jul 2026)
- Fitment
- 300 & 500 Part 08L70-K87-J80 — CMX300/500. Required for Honda OEM backrest and some top-case setups. Verify year/sub-trim.
- Seller
- Amazon AU / eBay
Pros
- + Designed for CMX300/500 subframe mounting points
- + Unlocks Honda passenger backrest and soft bag kit
- + Often findable on Amazon AU or eBay by part number
Cons
- − Premium price vs universal plates
- − Not compatible with Rebel 1100 — different kit
- OEM fitment
- backrest compatible
Commuter
Various
Compact magnetic tank / tail bag
Fastest way to add daily carry without committing to hard panniers — ideal for commuting if straps clear the exhaust.
- 4.4★ · 890 reviews · (Amazon AU, Jul 2026)
- Fitment
- 300 & 500 · Universal Soft tail packs strap to seat or rack — confirm tail light and indicator visibility. Magnetic tank bags need a metal tank (Rebel 500 tank is steel).
- Seller
- Amazon AU
Pros
- + Quick on/off for cafe stops
- + Low cost entry to luggage
- + Many 10–15 L sizes fit Rebel seat length
Cons
- − Straps can rub paint or exhaust if rushed
- − Less stable than a rack-mounted bag at motorway speeds
- quick remove
- commuter
Touring ready
SW-Motech
SW-Motech Legend side carriers
Strong aftermarket choice when you want real capacity without a full sissy-bar setup and you prefer a bolt-on system with a known brand.
- 4.5★ · 120 reviews · (Amazon AU, Jul 2026)
- Fitment
- 300 & 500 CMX500-specific kits — confirm model year. Pairs with SW-Motech SysBag or other soft panniers.
- Seller
- Amazon AU / RevZilla
Pros
- + Clean lines on the Rebel 500 silhouette
- + Works with SW-Motech soft bag ecosystem
- + Well documented install vs one-off eBay racks
Cons
- − Heavier and pricier than a minimal tail plate
- − Check exhaust clearance on your specific can
- soft panniers
- bolt-on