Honda Rebel 500
Honda Rebel 500
Standard
RM 31,798
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Kawasaki Vulcan S
Kawasaki Vulcan S
Standard
RM 27,172
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Honda Rebel 500 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of Honda Rebel 500 and Kawasaki Vulcan S, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Honda Rebel 500 priced at RM 31,798 while the Kawasaki Vulcan S Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 27,172 . Comparing the technical specifications, Kawasaki Vulcan S engine displacement is 649 while the Honda Rebel 500 houses a 471.03 engine.

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Overview: Rebel 500 vs Vulcan S

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 471.03 cc 649 cc
Maximum Power 45.50 hp 60.16 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.3/5
20 reviews
4.33/5
24 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Redefines the art of riding

    My cousin knows a lot about two-wheelers and I always seek his recommendation when it comes to buying a new bike and I must say I have been more than...

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    Ayyash Mar 11, 2024 for Honda Rebel 500
  • Caters to the needs of all kinds of riders

    Kawasaki Vulcan S is a great choice for all types of riders despite their experience level and riding style preference. You can definitely go for it...

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    S
    Sajjad Jan 24, 2024 for Kawasaki Vulcan S

From The Experts

Things we like

Impressive styling

Riding ergonomics

Ride quality

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Learner-friendly dynamics

Comfortable ergonomics with a low seat

Modern Cruiser aesthetics

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Things we don't like

Lack of features

Could have done with more power

Boring instrument console

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Low foot pegs grind too easily

No electronics

Disappointing exhaust note

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 471.03 cc 649 cc
Maximum Power 45.50 hp 60.16 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 11.2 L 14.0 L
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Bore X Stroke 67 mm x 66.8 mm 83 mm x 60 mm
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Maximum Torque 43 Nm 63 Nm
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Engine Type 471cc Liquid-Cooled Parallel-Twin Four-Stroke 2-Cylinder 4-stroke Parallel Twin, 8 Valves DOHC, Liquid Cooled
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Exhaust Pipes 2 In 1 Exhaust 2 In 1 Exhaust
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Wet, Multi-Plate
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.8:1
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
RPM at Maximum Torque 6000 rpm 6600 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power 8500 rpm 7500 rpm
Lubrication System -- Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump
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Dimension

Category Cruiser Cruiser
Ground Clearance 136 mm 130 mm
Height 1093 mm 1100 mm
Length 2190 mm 2310 mm
Seating Capacity 2 2
Seat Height 690 mm 705 mm
Width 820 mm 880 mm
Kerb Weight 191 kg 225 kg
Wheel Base 1490 mm 1575 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System Digital Digital
Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Supply System PGM-FI Fuel Injection
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre 150/80 R16 160/60 R17
Front Tyre 130/90 R16 120/70 R18
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Front Wheel Size R16 R18
Rear Wheel Size R16 R17

Gear & Transmission

Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed
Transmission Type Manual Manual

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension Dual Shocks Offset Laydown Single-Shock
Front Suspension Telescopic Fork Telescopic Fork
Suspension Travel(Rear) -- 80 mm
Suspension Travel(Front) -- 130 mm

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Safety & Security

ABS Yes --
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Back Rest No No
Engine Immobilizer No --
Leg Guards No No
Anti-Theft Alarm No --
Side Reflectors Yes --
Central Locking No No
Riding Modes Cruise, Road Cruise, Road Cruise, Road Cruise, Road
Wheel Lock Front/back No No
Stability Control No No
Traction Control No No
Launch Control No No
Shutter Lock No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Side Stand Indicator No No
Display Screen Yes Yes
Oil Change Indicator No --
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Navigator No No
Tachometer Yes Yes
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Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual Seat Dual Seat Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Material Steel Steel Steel Steel
Side Wings No No
Body Frame Type -- Perimeter Perimeter

Brake

Front Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats No No
Cruise Control No No
Additional Features -- Dual Throttle Valves Dual Throttle Valves

Electrical

Indicator Light Yes Yes
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Tail Lamp Bulb Bulb Bulb Bulb
Head Lamp Halogen Halogen Bulb Bulb

Videos of Honda Rebel 500 and Kawasaki Vulcan S

  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S: First Ride Impression -- Ep.1
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S: First Ride Impression -- Ep.1
    16 Oct, 2015 . 55K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review (Bike World)
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review (Bike World)
    16 Oct, 2015 . 116K views
  • New Kawasaki Vulcan S MY15 - Official Video
    New Kawasaki Vulcan S MY15 - Official Video
    16 Oct, 2015 . 129K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S First Ride - MotoUSA
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S First Ride - MotoUSA
    16 Oct, 2015 . 167K views
  • $7,399:   2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS White  Overview and Review
    $7,399: 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S ABS White Overview and Review
    16 Oct, 2015 . 84K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S
    16 Oct, 2015 . 156K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki VULCAN S Test ride review
    2015 Kawasaki VULCAN S Test ride review
    16 Oct, 2015 . 6K views
  • 2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review
    2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Review
    16 Oct, 2015 . 30K views

Honda Rebel 500 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between Honda Rebel 500 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S?

Rebel 500 is priced at RM 31,798 and Vulcan S is priced at RM 27,172 . Hence Vulcan S is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between Rebel 500 vs Vulcan S?

The Rebel 500 comes with a ground clearance of 136 mm , on the other hand the Vulcan S comes with a ground clearance of 130 mm , hence the Honda Rebel 500 has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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What is Rebel 500 vs Vulcan S dimension size comparison?

The Rebel 500 dimension are 2190 mm length, 820 mm width, 1093 mm height while the Vulcan S Dimensions are 2310 mm length, 880 mm width, 1100 mm height. Hence the Vulcan S is more longer more wider and more higher.

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