Honda Rebel 300 deliveries begin in India; E-Clutch variant costs Rs 40,000 more

Deliveries of Honda's Rebel 300 cruiser motorcycle have begun in India. The bike was handed over to customers at some Honda BigWing dealerships on the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras. The delivery schedule varies from city to city, so customers who have already booked will have to speak to their dealer.

The standard variant of the Rebel 300 is priced at Rs 2.22 lakh, ex-showroom. The E-Clutch variant costs Rs 2.62 lakh, ex-showroom. Because of the electronic clutch technology, buyers pay Rs 40,000 more for this variant than for the standard model.

The bike has a 286cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine. It produces 27.6 PS of power at 8,000 rpm and 24.5 Nm of torque at 6,250 rpm, and is paired with a 6-speed gearbox. The standard variant comes with an assist and slipper clutch.

In the E-Clutch variant, an electronic system handles the clutch. The rider therefore does not need to squeeze the clutch lever while starting, stopping or changing gears. Riders can still use the clutch lever in the conventional way if they wish. The technology may make the bike easier to ride.

On size and weight, the standard variant weighs 173 kg and the E-Clutch variant 176 kg. Both models have an 11.2-litre fuel tank. The seat height is 690 mm, which may make the bike easier to handle for shorter riders. The wheelbase of 1,506 mm gives it a cruiser stance. Ground clearance is 129 mm, so riders will have to take tall speed breakers with care.

The bike has 16-inch wheels, a telescopic front fork, twin rear shock absorbers and dual-channel ABS. Features include a TFT display, Honda RoadSync connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, USB Type-C charging, LED lighting and HSTC.

The bike is reported to have reached some Honda BigWing dealerships in Delhi. In some cities deliveries may begin in November, while in others customers will have to wait until early December. According to information from a dealer in Pune, dispatch there is likely in January 2027. Honda has not issued a uniform delivery schedule for the whole country.