The introduction of the Rebel 250 and 450 has been cited as a way for Honda to attract female riders, new to motorcycling,[1] due to the bikes' low seat heights, low center of gravity, and overall ease of handling.

[2] However, the September 1985 issue of Motorcyclist magazine, when the Rebel was first introduced, states "by targeting the bike to a young audience, such as those who watch MTV, Honda hopes to attract newcomers and expand the motorcycle market ... Honda is not marketing this motorcycle as a woman's bike".

[3] It has a single disc brake in the front and a drum in the rear.

The only gauge is a speedometer that includes gear recommendations based on speed; there is no tachometer.

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