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Rebel 500 2025 vs Eliminator 500 2026

If straight-line speed is your priority, the Eliminator 500 takes the lead. With 5 HP more than the Rebel 500, it offers a more spirited ride that will be noticeable on highway overtakes or track days. When it comes to agility, the Eliminator 500 has a clear advantage. Weighing in 9kg less than the Rebel 500, it will feel significantly easier to handle in low-speed traffic, parking maneuvers, and twisty corners. Riders with a shorter inseam should lean towards the Rebel 500. Its seat height is 45mm lower than the Eliminator 500, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops. Bottom Line: While both are capable, the eliminator-500 offers a superior power-to-weight ratio, making it the more exciting machine for experienced riders.

Honda Rebel 500 2025Rebel 500
2025471 cc • 45.6 hp
Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2026Eliminator 500
2026451 cc • 51 hp
SpecRebel 500Eliminator 500
Displacement471451
Power45.651
Cylinders22
Weight185176
Seat height690735
MSRP (US)64996499
MSRP (EU)63806945
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