A First Look at the Honda CL500

Using the Rebel platform to its fullest.

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If you’re looking for a Honda scrambler motorcycle, then the 2023 Honda CL500 Scrambler that Honda announced at EICMA is for you. This motorcycle shares a platform with the Rebel 500, which is good news because that bike kicks butt.

Honda CL500 – Taking Advantage of a Good Platform

Honda CL500 scrambler motorcycle
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As the fine gents at MOTOBOB point out, this bike is based on the Rebel 500 platform, and it’s smart of Honda to take advantage of that because it’s a truly great starting point for a scrambler.

I own a Rebel 300 and I’ve always thought it would make for a killer Scrambler build. Honda did it right by using the 500, as that engine offers more power and versatility. I can’t wait to see this bike in person.

This machine will roll out in Europe and then likely eventually come to America.

Learn more at Honda’s UK website.

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