Guides
Long-form guides and comparisons for Rebel accessories and mods. New posts appear here as we publish them.
- Rebel 1100 exhaust: slip-on vs full system — is the header swap worth it? Why most CMX1100 owners stop at a slip-on, when a full 2-into-1 makes sense, and what to budget for tuning. 20 May 2026
- Best slip-on exhausts for the Honda Rebel 500 (CMX500) Coffman's vs Vance & Hines vs Two Brothers — tone, weight, fitment, and what to know before your first exhaust swap on the CMX500. 20 May 2026
- Rebel 500 handlebar risers vs full bar swap — when is each worth it? Risers are a 20-minute bolt-on; a full bar swap needs cable and wiring work. Here is how to decide which your CMX500 actually needs. 19 May 2026
- Rebel 500 seat upgrades — budget pad to premium Corbin The stock CMX500 bench is thin. Here is the upgrade ladder from a $30 gel pad to a hand-shaped Corbin, with fitment and comfort trade-offs at each tier. 19 May 2026
- Visibility upgrades for the Honda Rebel 500 — lights, modulators, and reflectives Brake light modulators, auxiliary LEDs, and reflective rim tape — ranked by cost-effectiveness for CMX500 riders in urban traffic. 18 May 2026
- Best Bluetooth intercom for Honda Rebel riders — Cardo vs Sena Mesh vs traditional Bluetooth, helmet fit on cruiser lids, and which intercom features actually matter for Rebel riding. 18 May 2026
- K-Speed Diablo parts for the Rebel 500 — what the kit includes and what it costs The Diablo under-cowl, tank cover, and headlight shroud from K-Speed Thailand — shipped to NZ with realistic landed-cost estimates. 17 May 2026
- Bobber conversion kits for the Honda Rebel — K-Speed, Blue Collar Bobbers, and DIY Full bolt-on bobber kits vs piecing it together yourself — what each approach costs and what skills you need for the CMX300, 500, and 250. 17 May 2026
- Rebel 500 chain and sprocket maintenance — tension, lube, and when to replace 520 O-ring chain specs, tension adjustment, lube schedule, and sprocket wear indicators for the CMX500. 16 May 2026
- Rebel 500 oil change — step by step with part numbers Oil type, filter part number, drain-bolt washer, and the full procedure for a CMX500 oil change you can do in your garage. 16 May 2026
- Cruiser helmets for Rebel riders — open-face, retro, and budget picks Bell, Biltwell, Shoei, and HJC helmets that match the Rebel's cruiser aesthetic — with fit notes for intercom speakers and wind noise. 15 May 2026
- Riding jackets for Honda Rebel owners — leather, textile, and urban picks Roland Sands, Alpinestars, Pando Moto, and budget options — jackets that fit the cruiser look with real protection. 15 May 2026
- Honda OEM accessories for the Rebel 500 — which ones are actually worth it Headlight cowl, tank pad, fork boots, and the OEM seat — what Honda sells for the CMX500 and when aftermarket is the better call. 14 May 2026
- Honda Rebel OEM custom seat vs aftermarket — Mustang, Corbin, Saddlemen compared The Honda OEM diamond-stitch seat costs $120. A Corbin costs $500+. Here is when each tier makes sense for CMX500 and CMX1100 riders. 14 May 2026
- Tail bags & racks on the Honda Rebel 500 — what actually fits Rack vs tail pack vs roll bag: mounting points, seat clearance, and the measurements worth writing down before you order from AU, US, or NZ sellers. 12 May 2026
- Phone mounts for the Honda Rebel 500 (CMX500) Bar clamps, vibration damping, and weather — what works on a Rebel 500 cockpit without fighting the controls. 11 May 2026