2023 Honda Rebel 1100 [Specs, Features, Photos]

Can a Japanese bike builder actually make a cruiser? Oh my, yes they can. The Rebel 1100 is the big boy of Honda's cruiser segment, sporting a 1084cc parallel twin engine (the same one, incidentally, that's nestled inside their legendary CRF1100L Africa Twin.

With 86 hp and 72 lb-ft of torque, the 270-degree crankshaft features uneven firing intervals that produce powerful engine pulses. Like many other models in 2023 Honda lineup, the Rebel 1100 has an optional DCT automatic transmission, or traditionalists can still go with the smooth shifting 6-speed manual.

As you expect from Honda, all the tech you could wish for is present. From full LED lighting, selectable riding modes, cruise control, and even wheelie control, the Rebel is ready to match your mood from mild to wild.

The 2023 Honda Rebel 1100 starts at $9,499 USD / $14,577 CAD.

On this page: we’ve curated specs, features, news, photos/videos, etc. so you can read up on the new 2023 Honda Rebel 1100 in one place.

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UNICAM ENGINE DESIGNOur Honda exclusive Unicam® engine design helps us give the Rebel 1100 a compact cylinder head for optimal engine placement. But the engine also benefits from superior performance, thanks to the entire cylinder-head layout. It's the best of both worlds!

270-DEGREE-PHASE CRANKMost twins use a 180-degree crank. By phasing the Rebel 1100's at 270 degrees, you get a unique, rumbling power delivery that's easy to modulate, and that produces an awesome exhaust sound.

SPECIAL CAMSHAFT TIMINGWe use different camshaft profiles and ignition timing for each of the Rebel 1100's two cylinders. Why? One cylinder produces slightly more power below 4000 rpm, and the other more above 4000 rpm. Along with the 270-degree crankshaft, the result is a unique power pulse and feel you’re going to love. Plus, the Rebel 1100 makes way more power (nearly 50 percent more) than some of the "traditional" cruisers out there.

CHAIN FINAL DRIVEChain final drive is light and efficient. That's why sportbikes use chains, and that's why the Rebel 1100 does too—because this is a real performance cruiser.

THROTTLE BY WIREOur throttle-by-wire system greatly expands the Rebel 1100's versatility. First, you get four levels of Honda Selectable Torque Control. Second, you can choose from four power delivery modes: Standard, Rain, Sport, and a fourth that's user-programmable. First used on our World-Champion RC213V MotoGP bikes, throttle-by-wire is an excellent example of how Honda technology works for you.

SIX SPEED AUTOMATIC DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSIONWe make two versions of the new Rebel 1100: One with a conventional manual transmission, and another with our revolutionary automatic DCT gearbox. DCT is the transmission of the future, and it's the perfect choice for a bike like this. Inside, it's as tough as a conventional transmission, with steel gears throughout. You can let it shift for you, or paddle shifters in the manual mode give you full control of the gearbox. For relaxed cruising, just leave it in automatic mode and you’ll never worry about stalling or hand fatigue in stop-and-go traffic.

MANUAL TRANSMISSIONThe Rebel 1100 features a conventional smooth shifting manual gearbox with a handlebar-mounted clutch lever. It's a proven, tough design that makes the bike a little bit lighter, too.

SLIPPER/ASSIST CLUTCHDeveloped and perfected in Honda racing machines, the slipper/assist clutch (on the manual-transmission model) means you get a lighter clutch pull at the lever, but a solid lockup when you release the lever and apply power. It's technology that reduces clutch effort at the bar by about 30 percent.

BIAXIAL COUNTERBALANCEBy using counterbalancing elements on two axes, Honda engineers can cancel and fine-tune both primary and coupling vibrations from the engine. The result: we can mount the engine solidly for superior strength and handling. You get a superior ride, yet the engine still produces a pulsing beat you both hear and feel.

SUPERIOR HANDLINGA lot of today's motorcycles look great standing still or just cruising along, but disappoint once the road gets twisty. At Honda, we set high standards for the way all our bikes handle and feel, and the Rebel 1100 is a perfect example—we’ve paid just as much attention to the way this bike corners and handles as we have its knockout styling.

LOW CENTER OF GRAVITY, COMPACT MASSBy locating heavy components like the crankshaft low and as close to the bike's center of gravity as possible, and by using a compact engine design, the Rebel 1100 provides a excellent platform for superior handling.

STEEL FRAMEThe Rebel 1100's frame is not only an important reason why this bike handles so well, it's also an important styling element. The trellis design describes a bold diagonal theme line from the steering head to the swingarm pivot.

CAST ALUMINUM WHEELSSportbikes use cast wheels, and so does the Rebel 1100. They’re light, practical, easy to keep clean, and give the Rebel 1100 a look that tells you this is not built like a retro machine. The wide rims and tires add to the bike's appearance, too.

POWERFUL DISC BRAKESThe Rebel 1100 features a radially mounted front-brake caliper for powerful stopping performance. The radial-mount design also helps make it stiffer, increasing brake feel and control. Another disc at the rear completes the package.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKESBoth the automatic DCT and manual-shift Rebel 1100s feature our refined anti-lock braking system. When riding in town, in the rain, or on unfamiliar roads, it's a great asset that can help you make controlled stops in less-than-ideal conditions. For a bike like this, it's a feature everyone can appreciate.

WHEELIE CONTROLLike our high-tech CBR1000RR, the Rebel 1100 features front and rear wheel-speed sensors working with the Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC). The system lets you dial in three levels of wheelie control.

UNDER-SEAT USB-C TERMINALWe know you’re going to want to charge up your personal electronics while you’re out riding, and that's why we’ve provided a handy under-seat USB-C port.

WIDE FRONT AND REAR TIRESThe Rebel's low, fat rear tire gives you plenty of grip while helping to lower the bike's overall seat height and stance. The wide front tire not only gives the bike a great look, but it helps provide superior handling and stopping power. Plus, the wide profile perfectly complements the rear tire's look.

BLACKED-OUT MUFFLERForget about having to polish chrome—the Rebel's blacked-out exhaust system blends perfectly with the bike's overall look. And maybe the biggest plus? The awesome sound that's so important to the riding experience.

MODERN/CLASSIC INSTRUMENT SHAPEAnother iconic element combining traditional and modern, the Rebel's instruments take a classic shape and fill it with totally up-to-date reverse-image digital LCD information. The instruments include a speedometer, tachometer, gear-position indicator, a fuel-indicator, engine output mode, torque control level, engine braking mode, and much more.

ROUND HEADLIGHTAnother critical item in motorcycle design is the headlight. The Rebel 1100 features a headlight with a round, three-inch nacelle that gives the bike plenty of character.

ALL LED LIGHTING PACKAGELED lighting is where it's at now. LEDs can be lighter, brighter, and require fewer lifetime replacements than incandescent bulbs. That's why the Rebel 1100 features an all-LED lighting package—headlight, taillight, turn signals, even the license-plate light.

SEAMLESS FUEL TANKCan you see the flange on the bottom of the Rebel 1100's fuel tank? Trick question! That's because there isn't one. Like the best custom-built bikes, we’ve fabricated the fuel tank without a flange to clean up the bike's lines and give it a more refined look.

FUEL TANKOne of the key items in motorcycle design is the fuel tank. The Rebel 1100's iconic fuel-tank shape is timeless, but functionally it also teams up with the bike's great fuel efficiency to give you plenty of range.

LEFT-SIDE IGNITION SWITCH/STORAGE ACCESSMoving the ignition switch to the left side keeps the Rebel 1100's instrument area clean. It also lets the same switch unlock the three-liter underseat storage compartment for extra convenience.

COLOR CHOICESReady for some awesome color choices for 2023? Check out what you can be riding: Iridium Gray Metallic or Green Metallic.

STEEL FRONT AND REAR FENDERSThe Rebel 1100 has steel fenders front and rear. There's even an optional shorty front fender available.

WIDE FRONT FORKIt's what's up front that counts most in style, and the Rebel 1100 knocks it out of the park. Of course the front suspension offers more precise steering and a plush ride, but the fat fork tubes give the bike a substantial presence too, and a special titanium oxide finish on the fork tubes maintain the rich blackout look.

PREMIUM REAR SUSPENSIONBecause we build the Rebel 1100 for serious canyon rides as well as laid-back cruising, we gave it a pair of nitrogen-filled remote-reservoir shocks and equipped them with a special spring rate too. Just like the front suspension, it's about adding both comfort and performance to your riding experience.

OPTIONAL Honda ACCESSORIESWant to give your Rebel 1100 some individual touches? We have an extensive selection of Honda accessories. For example, there are several seat options, including two with brown upholstery. Carrying a passenger? Then you’ll want our passenger seat, backrest, and more. Other popular items include saddlebags, rear carrier, and windscreen—almost 30 items in all.

LIGHT OVERALL WEIGHTThe Rebel 1100 is a lot lighter than some of its competition. That makes it easier to handle and a lot more fun and friendly to ride than some heavier machines. The light overall weight and a low center of gravity help performance, too.

NARROW OVERALL WIDTHSuper-narrow, especially at the critical tank/seat junction, the Rebel 1100 makes it easier to get on and off the bike, and to put your feet down at stops. Plus, the Rebel fits a wide variety of riders.

ROOMY RIDER TRIANGLEA rider makes contact with the bike at three points: the seat, the handlebar, and the footpegs. The Rebel 1100's rider triangle strikes the perfect balance between laid-back cruiser and more active sport riding. You ride with a commanding presence, and the minute you sit on a Rebel in your local Honda dealership, you’ll know it.

SOLO SEAT WITH OPTIONAL PASSENGER SEAT AND FOOTPEG KITWith the Rebel 1100 you can easily set your bike up for riding solo, or take a passenger along in style: the removable seat rails, optional passenger seat, passenger footpegs and footpeg hangers are all simple, bolt-on parts.

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