2017 Honda CMX
A bobber-inspired model that uses the 471cc parallel twin engine found in the CB500X, CBR500R and CB500FHonda's announced a new hipster-leaning model, which it's calling the 'CMX' but which will seemingly be known as the Rebel in other markets.
Due to go on sale in the early part of 2017, the LAMS-approved CMX is powered by the firm's existing 471cc parallel twin that has hitherto impressed in the existing CB500X, CB500F and CBR500R models. So a bobber with a bit of a sporting bent.
Honda says the CMX, designed to appeal to younger riders, is a "progressive custom that fuses tradition with ground-breaking new ideas and perspectives while providing ample scope for owner customisation".
The CMX (which will also be available in a single-cylinder 286cc version elsewhere) tracks on fat 16-inch tyres and will be available in matte armoured silver metallic, victory red or graphite black.
The original, easy-to-ride and sedate CMX250 Rebel was sold in Australia from 1986 until 1989, and retailed for $3450. Price is yet to be announced on the new CMX.
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