Harley Davidson Street 750 vs Honda Rebel 500

The Harley Davidson became famous mostly because of its traditional heavyweight cruiser motorcycles with large engines. In 2014, Harley launched lightweight cruisers  with smaller engines and  cheaper prices for the first time referred to as the STREET 500 and the STREET 750. Both of these models share many similarities; the main differences between them are their prices and engine sizes.

The Rebel series was first released by Honda in 2013, including two main models: the REBEL 300 and Rebel 500, the latter being the larger Rebel model. Both of these models share many similarities in terms of design but differ in engine size and design.

HARLEY STREET 750 has a colored fuel tank and fenders and a small matte black fairing at the front. The engine with the two-into-one exhaust system is covered in a matte black finish as well. It has dual non-adjustable shocks at the front with a tire size of 100/80 R17 and a single disc brake. At the rear, it has adjustable dual shocks with a tire size of 140/75 R15 and a single disc brake. The Harley Street 750 does not have any pre-installed accessories like SADDLEBAGS, SISSY BARS, etc. However, it does have a dual seat with mid-mounted footrests.

The HONDA REBEL 500 is a matte black cruiser with a traditional style riding position. The chopped fenders and fuel tank are the only colored parts, while the rest of the motorcycle is covered in matte black. The engine is totally naked and complements the motorcycle’s beautiful look. The Honda Rebel 500 also does not have any pre-installed accessories like SADDLEBAGS or CRASH BARS. At the front, it has dual non-adjustable shocks with a 41 mm telescopic fork with a wheel travel of 4.8 in. It also has a single 296 mm disc brake at the front with a tire size of 130/90-16. At the rear, it has dual adjustable shocks with a wheel travel of 3.8 in. It also has a single 240 mm disc brake at the rear with a tire size of 150/80-16.

Harley Street 750 has a V-Twin, Revolution X, liquid-cooled engine with an engine displacement size of 749 cc. It has a bore size of 2.72 in and a stroke size of 2.6 in, capable of delivering maximum torque of 59 Nm @ 4,000 rpm and a maximum horsepower of 53 hp. It works on a low-maintenance belt drive system and has a six-speed transmission system.

The parallel-twin liquid-cooled Honda Rebel 500 has an engine displacement size of 471 cc. It has a stroke of 2.629 in and a bore size of 2.63 in that helps it to deliver a peak horsepower of 46.9 hp and a maximum torque of 43 Nm @ 7,000 rpm. The six-speed Honda Rebel 500 operates on an efficient chain drive train system.

The Harley Street 750 has a ground clearance of 5.7 in and a seat height of 25.7 in that provides an ideal seating position for most riders. With an overall length of 87.6 in and a wheelbase of 60.4 with mid-mounted foot pegs position, this motorcycle has a unique seating position compared to other cruisers. It has a black fairing at the front that reduces air drag. To ensure better ergonomics, this motorcycle has a 4.53 in trail and an 32^oof rake angle.

The lightweight cruiser motorcycle Honda Rebel 500 has an overall weight of 187.7 kg. It has a relaxed seating position with an overall length of 86.2 in and a wheelbase of 58.69 in. To ensure better handling, this motorcycle has an overall height of 42.9 in and wide and upright handlebars with a trail size of 4.3 in and a rake angle of 28^o. Rebel 500 has a seat height of 27.2 in and a ground clearance of 5.4 in. It has a small black fairing around the round headlight that reduces air drag.

Yes, a beginner can easily handle the Harley Street 750. It is a lightweight cruiser with mid-mounted footrests that offer a confident riding position. It has a torquey engine that delivers a fuel mileage of 58 MPG. The Harley Street 750 has a good ground clearance and a low seat height that offers a relaxed seating position for the rider.

The Street 750 has a bigger engine and produces more torque and horsepower than the Rebel 500. The Street 750 can also produce good torque at lower rpm but also starts vibrating over 6,000 rpm. On the other, the Rebel 500 has a more retro style riding position like traditional cruisers. The Rebel 500 also has the tendency to produce good torque at higher rpm and produces lesser vibrations at higher rpms. Street 750 has been discontinued, while the Rebel 500 is still in production.

Street 750 has a different and unique riding style, unlike the traditional cruiser riding style. It has an engine that can easily overheat, even with its liquid-cooled system. It does not help that the sleek seat makes it easier for the rider’s legs to be burned by the engine’s heat. The Harley Street 750 also starts vibrating at a higher speed and higher rpm.

Yes, the Rebel 500 is worth buying due to its low weight and being easy to handle for shorter and beginner riders. It has a powerful enough engine that ensures an enjoyable riding experience for all riders. However, the Rebel 500 is not recommended for heavyweight riders.

The Harley Davidson Street 750 and the Honda Rebel 500 perform well for being lightweight cruisers. The Street 750 tends to produce higher torque at lower rpm, while the Rebel 500 slowly delivers peak torque and does not vibrate at higher rpms and speeds. Other than the engine sizes, both motorcycles have completely different riding styles. The Rebel 500 has a traditional cruiser riding style with mid-mounted footrests, while Street 750 has a unique riding style for a cruiser. Although both are cruisers, neither of them comes with SADDLEBAGS, CRASH BARS, or any other luggage bags.