The 2014 Honda Rebel’s ride quality is assured by a front 33 mm fork that offers 4.6 inches of wheel travel and rear dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability that ensure 2.9 Inches of wheel travel.
The 2014 Honda Rebel’s backbone is represented by a stiff semi-double-cradle frame that allows for a long wheelbase and extremely low 26.6 inches seat height.
The 2014 Honda Rebel is offered with a base price of $4,190 and one year, transferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty.
Overview
Own The Road For Less Than You ThinkWhether you’re looking for classic cruiser styling, a fuel-efficient commuter or flat-out fun, all roads lead to the Rebel. It boasts a 234cc four-stroke engine that’s approachable enough for new riders, yet powerful enough for more experienced motorcyclists. It also features a low seat height that is both comfortable and confidence inspiring, a five-speed transmission that’s pretty much foolproof and an electric starter that gets you going with the push of a button. Plus, you get the kind of reliability and low maintenance Honda is known for—all at a shockingly low price. No wonder the Rebel has long been one of our best-selling bikes.
2014 Honda Rebel Key Features:
Low RiderEverything about the Rebel is superbly crafted with the rider in mind, including the sub-27-inch seat height, allowing you to put both feet flat on the ground at stops.
Style Meets Savings
Sure, the Rebel has classic cruiser looks, but moreover it gets phenomenal gas mileage, so you can cruise by the pumps and look good in the process.
Power When You Need It
The proven four-stroke powerplant is perfectly suited for the 250-class Rebel, giving you smooth riding in the city and a powerful punch on the highway.
2014 Honda Rebel Features and benefits:
- Electric Starter: Our simple, reliable push-button electric starter makes getting underway a snap, even on cold mornings or if your bike’s been sitting for a week.
- Classic Styling Accents: Custom-styled, chrome-plated headlight, taillight and turn signal casings add gleaming touches to our classic Rebel package. Pullback handlebar, teardrop fuel tank, two-piece custom seat and bobbed fenders evoke the classic look of yesteryear.
- Front Disc Brake: A front disc brake with twin-piston caliper provides great, predictable stopping power and is self-adjusting.
- Spoke Wheels: The Rebel’s spoke-type wheels with chrome rims add a real custom look to this sharp machine.
- Screw-Type Valve Adjusters: Screw-type valve adjusters are simple, proven, reliable and help to simplify maintenance.
- Solid-State CD Ignition: The Rebel’s maintenance-free, solid-state CD ignition never needs adjustment and is super reliable.
- Constant-Velocity Carburetor: The constant-velocity (CV) carburetor gives excellent throttle response and helps contribute to the Rebel’s awesome fuel economy.
- Automatic Cam-Chain Tensioner: The automatic cam-chain tensioner requires no maintenance and helps make an already low-maintenance motorcycle even better.
- 234cc SOHC Engine: The proven four-stroke powerplant is smooth, quiet, fuel-efficient and easy to maintain. Screw-type valve adjusters simplify engine work, while the automatic cam-chain tensioner and solid-state CD ignition are both maintenance-free.
- Chassis/Suspension: A semi-double-cradle frame allows for a long wheelbase and extremely low seat height (26.6 inches). A hydraulic front fork with dual Syntallic bushings and dual rear shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability deliver a smooth ride and light, agile handling.
- Spoke Wheels: The Rebel’s spoke-type wheels with chrome rims add a real custom look to this sharp machine.
2014 Honda Rebel Specifications
Engine SpecsCooling System Air-cooled
Valvetrain SOHC 2 valves per cylinder
Bore & Stroke 53 mm x 53 mm
Compression Ratio 9.2:1
Ignition solid-state CD
Fuel System Single 26mm diaphragm-type constant-velocity (CV) carburetor
Emissions Meets current EPA standards. California version meets current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.
Fuel Capacity 2.6 gallons
Drivetrain Specs
Transmission Five-Speed
Primary Drive Chain
Final Drive O-ring-sealed chain
Chassis Specs
Frame Semi-double-cradle frame
Front Suspension 33mm fork
Rear Suspension Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability
Front Travel 4.6 inches
Rear Travel 2.9 inches
Front Brake Single-disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Drum
Front Tire Size 3.00-18
Rear Tire Size 130/90-15
Front Wheel Type Spoked chrome wheel
Rear Wheel Type Spoked chrome wheel
Wheelbase 57.1 inches
Trail 4.4 in
Rake 30°
Price $4,190
Verdict
The Honda Rebel is a basic motorcycle designed mostly for beginner riders or for those who want an efficient and practical two wheel vehicle and don’t want to be seen riding a scooter.But, we’ll be considered cruel if we say that the Rebel is not more than a beginner’s bike. In some circles, the Rebel is considered a cult symbol as its history started back in 1985. On the other hand, during its long life span the Rebel didn’t changed much, but luckily, it managed to keep its classic flair.
As you’ve probably guessed the Rebel, isn’t a speed freak, but the modest engine is able to offer decent performances especially at low speeds. Though, we’ll have to admit that is anything but smooth.
