{"title":"Honda CMX500 Rebel 500 Parts and Accessories","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Honda CMX500 Rebel 500 is a low-slung cruiser built around a 471cc parallel-twin engine in the classic bobber-inspired Rebel frame, positioned as Honda's most capable entry-level cruiser for riders who want real performance without intimidating power. The non-ABS variant provides the same parallel-twin performance and broad aftermarket support without the added complexity of an ABS modulator system. Honda's parallel-twin engine architecture delivers strong low-end torque with a manageable power curve that rewards new riders and satisfies experienced ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePopular Upgrades\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequently ordered parts for the Rebel 500 include EBC and Galfer brake pads, Yoshimura and SC Project exhaust systems, K\u0026amp;N air filters, Renthal handlebars, Puig windscreens, suspension spring upgrades, and bar-end mirrors. Renthal handlebars give the Rebel a more relaxed wrist angle for longer rides. A quality slip-on exhaust transforms the Rebel's sound profile from subdued to commanding without affecting reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePerformance and Handling\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rebel's suspension is tuned for comfort and can be improved with aftermarket spring rates that match rider weight. Front fork springs and rear shock upgrades sharpen the handling feel without compromising the low-seat comfort that makes the Rebel accessible. Brake pad upgrades to sintered compounds improve wet-weather stopping confidence. A high-flow air filter combined with a slip-on exhaust produces the most noticeable real-world performance improvement on this fuel-injected Rebel model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat exhaust fits a Honda CMX500 Rebel?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoshimura and SC Project manufacture slip-on exhausts and full systems for the CMX500 Rebel 500. Most slip-ons require no fuel map changes and produce a deeper tone with modest power gains across the mid-range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat brake pads fit a Honda CMX500 Rebel?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CMX500 Rebel uses standard disc brakes without ABS on non-ABS models. EBC and Galfer pads in the correct front and rear caliper sizes offer better modulation than stock. The sintered compounds from EBC are preferred for wet conditions and heavier riders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy These Parts Fit Right\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll listings specify the exact Rebel model year and confirm whether they apply to ABS or non-ABS versions. The CMX500 non-ABS and CMX500 ABS share the same engine and most chassis hardware. Fitment notes on each listing confirm which hardware applies to which variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRebel owners can also browse the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/exhaust\"\u003eexhaust systems collection\u003c\/a\u003e for a wider selection of pipe options, the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/armored-friction\"\u003eArmored Friction brake catalog\u003c\/a\u003e for pad and rotor upgrades, and the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/suspension\"\u003esuspension catalog\u003c\/a\u003e for spring and shock components.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/collections\/honda-cmx500-rebel-500-parts-and-accessories.png?v=1782250731","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/en-ca\/collections\/honda-cmx500-rebel-500-parts-and-accessories.oembed","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}