Honda Rebel 500 vs Yamaha MT-03

Last Updated: August 3, 2026

Yamaha MT-03 price starts at Rs. 3.31 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.59 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Honda Rebel 500, priced at Rs. 5.90 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Rebel 500 offers a claimed 27 kmpl, while the MT-03 delivers 26.31 kmpl. On the performance front, the Rebel 500 uses a 471cc engine producing 46.22 PS @ 8500 rpm and the MT-03 a 321cc engine producing 42 PS @ 10750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Rebel 500 and MT-03, the Rebel 500 is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the MT-03 stands out for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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Rebel 500 vs MT-03 Comparison Summary

Specification Honda Rebel 500Yamaha MT-03
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 5.90 LakhRs. 3.31 Lakh
Mileage 27 kmpl26.31 kmpl
Engine 471 cc321 cc
Max power 46.22 PS @ 8500 rpm42 PS @ 10750 rpm
Kerb weight 191 Kg167 Kg

Rebel 500 vs MT-03 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda Rebel 500 E-ClutchYamaha MT-03 STD
Rating
3 reviews
63 reviews
Brand Name Honda Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 5.90 Lakh Rs. 3.31 Lakh
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 8 valves Parallel Twin DOHC, Liquid Cooled 4-stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves
Max Power 46.22 PS @ 8500 rpm 42 PS @ 10750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda Rebel 500 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-406.4 inch, Rear :-406.4 inch Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
Insurance Not Available Not Available
Brochure
Download Brochure
N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
Claimed Top Speed
153 kmph
170 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, 8 valves Parallel Twin DOHC, Liquid Cooled
4-stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves
Engine Displacement
471 cc
321 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
46.22 PS @ 8500 rpm
42 PS @ 10750 rpm
Max Torque
43.3 Nm @ 6000rpm
29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm
Bore
67 mm
68 mm
Stroke
66.8 mm
44.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
TCI
Compression Ratio
10.7
11.2 : 1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
27 kmpl
26.31 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks
Telescopic Upside Down Forks (USD Forks), 37 mm Inner Tube
Suspension-Rear
Showa Dual Shock Absorbers
Swingarm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-130/90-16, Rear :- 150/80-16
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :- 140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-406.4 inch, Rear :-406.4 inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
690 mm
780 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.8 L
Engine Oil Capacity
3.2 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2205*810*1090 mm3
2090*755*1070 mm3
Wheelbase
1490 mm
1380 mm
Length
2205 mm
2090 mm
Ground Clearance
125 mm
160 mm
Height
1090 mm
1070 mm
Width
810 mm
755 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.2 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
191 Kg
167 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
296 mm
298 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
220 mm

USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 7.4AH
12V / 7AH
Projector head light
LED Projector
Yes

Frame Type
Steel Diamond
Diamond
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Honda Selectable Torque Control, Roadsync
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms / 2 Months
2nd Service
Not Available
10000 Kms / 6 Months
3rd Service
Not Available
20000 Kms / 1 Year
Air Filter Service Cost
No
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda Rebel 500
  • Classic bobber styling with modern touches
  • Low seat height and relaxed ergonomics
  • Smooth and torquey twin-cylinder engine
Yamaha MT-03
  • Looks aggressive and muscular, Engine offers good refinement and smooth power delivery, The light weight and low seat height makes the MT-03 a very approachable motorcycle
Honda Rebel 500
  • Limited availability (only 3 cities at launch)
  • No riding modes or ride-by-wire tech even at this price
Yamaha MT-03
  • Engine lacks outright punch to make this a fun motorcycle in the city, Lack of features makes it a bit too old-fashioned in the segment, Being a direct import, prices will be high
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Honda Rebel 500 Vs Yamaha MT-03 FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda Rebel 500 vs Yamaha MT-03?
As per the users experiences Honda Rebel 500 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your bike. But Yamaha MT-03 is better on the grounds of comfort and features.
Which bike is cheaper Honda Rebel 500 vs Yamaha MT-03?
The Yamaha MT-03 is cheaper than Honda Rebel 500 by ₹2.59 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda Rebel 500 vs Yamaha MT-03?
For the E-Clutch version, 471 cc Petrol engine of Rebel 500 produces 46.22 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 43.3 Nm @ 6000rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 321 cc Petrol engine of MT-03 produces 42 PS @ 10750 rpm of power and 29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Honda Rebel 500 has better performance.

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