Honda's Rebel1100 cruiser gets an update for 2025
Back in 2023, Honda Philippines introduced its CRF1100L Africa Twin-powered cruiser: the Rebel1100. According to Honda, the Rebel 1100 is a “certified tourer motorcycle, and offers a modern-day custom style and riding comfort that comes across as classic, cool, and tough.”
For the 2025 model year (MY), Honda updates the Rebel1100 with improved ergonomics and introduces a new “factory custom” edition.
2025 Rebel1100
The Rebel1100 will receive a number of upgrades to engine performance, comfort, riding ergonomics, and technology. Plus, there’s a new addition: the Rebel1100SE Special Edition factory custom that drips street character thanks to the addition of a color-matched nose cowl, specially designed fork leg gaiters, and a short, sporty front mudguard from the Genuine Honda Accessories range. The SE is also the first factory Honda since the RC213V-S to wear bar-end mirrors.
For all three Rebel1100 options, a more relaxed riding position will be a key 25MY update. The handlebars have moved rearward and are higher, while the footpegs are moved a bit forward. The seat is now 10 mm thicker, while the overall seat height remains a very manageable 710 mm – which is lower than the seat height of a Yamaha Mio i 125.
The characterful 1,084 cc parallel twin-cylinder engine has also been overhauled for 25MY, with a higher compression ratio giving an even stronger low and mid-range punch and an enhanced, more cruiser-like exhaust note.
A ride-by-wire throttle management brings three default riding modes and one user-defined option that allows control over a number of different parameters to suit riding conditions or rider mood, including engine power delivery, engine braking, the level of Honda Selectable Torque Control (with integrated Wheelie Control), and the shift schedule of the optional Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT), which is itself updated for a smoother low-speed response. A new five-inch TFT display features customizable screens and the smartphone connectivity of Honda RoadSync, plus a USB-C socket also on the left of the unit.
Rebel1100SE
The 2025 Rebel1100 will be available in a new Pearl Hawkseye Blue, while the Rebel1100T will be available in a new Iridium Gray Metallic. On the other hand, the Rebel1100SE factory custom will be available in two color options: Flare Orange Metallic and Matte Ballistic Black Metallic.
Philippine pricing and showroom availability will be announced by Honda PH.
