Honda Steals the Spotlight at EICMA 2025
At EICMA 2025, the world’s largest motorcycle exhibition in Milan, Honda revealed an electrifying new lineup that blends next-generation technology, bold design, and a vision for sustainable riding.
From its first-ever electric motorcycle, the Honda WN7, to upgraded adventure and urban models, Honda’s showcase signals a new era of innovation and performance — one where power meets purpose.
⚡ Honda WN7 — The Brand’s First Full Electric Motorcycle
The highlight of Honda’s global showcase was the debut of the Honda WN7, the brand’s first fully electric motorcycle. Developed under the concept “Be the Wind”, the WN7 embodies freedom, silence, and clean performance.
Key Highlights:
- Motor: 50 kW water-cooled electric motor (equivalent to 600cc performance)
- Battery: 9.3 kWh lithium-ion unit
- Range: Up to 140 km (WMTC)
- Charging: 20–80% in 30 minutes via CCS2 DC fast charger
- Chassis: Lightweight frameless aluminum structure
- Design: Horizontal LED light bar and black-gold theme defining Honda’s future EV design identity
The WN7 delivers instant torque, whisper-quiet operation, and a balance of sportiness and agility — offering a completely new kind of riding sensation for electric enthusiasts.
🔋 Honda’s Electric Vision for the Future
Honda confirmed that the WN7 is the first of over 10 new electric motorcycles planned for global rollout by 2030.
It will be built at Honda’s Kumamoto Factory in Japan and introduced gradually across Asia, Europe, and North America.
This move aligns with Honda’s long-term goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2040. The company is also expanding its Mobile Power Pack e: battery-swapping platform to support its growing EV ecosystem.
🏍️ Updated ICE Lineup — Adventure & Street Machines
While the WN7 dominated headlines, Honda also showcased updates to its internal combustion engine (ICE) range, featuring enhancements in design, performance, and sustainability.
Notable highlights include:
- New Africa Twin Adventure Sports: Lighter frame, improved DCT gearbox, and off-road-focused suspension tuning.
- CBR600RR (2025 Update): Track-ready aerodynamics with Euro 5+ compliance.
- CB1000 Hornet Concept: A performance naked bike blending the Hornet DNA with a powerful new 1000cc inline-four engine.
- PCX Electric Concept: Preview of Honda’s next-generation urban EV scooter for Europe and Asia.
🧠 Smarter, Connected, and Safer
Every model at Honda’s EICMA stand featured smart connectivity and advanced rider-assist systems.
The WN7 debuts Honda’s new SmartRide OS, offering AI-assisted regenerative braking, 5 ride modes, and over-the-air updates.
Other models also integrate the latest Honda RoadSync 2.0 technology, enabling smartphone pairing, voice navigation, and remote diagnostics.
💬 Official Statement
Koji Watanabe, President and CEO of Honda Motor Co., said:
“At Honda, our mission is to connect people to the joy of mobility — in every form. The models showcased at EICMA 2025 represent the balance between our passion for performance and our responsibility toward the planet. The WN7 is more than an electric motorcycle; it’s the beginning of a new chapter in Honda’s legacy.”
🌱 Honda’s Global Electric Strategy
Honda’s EV roadmap includes:
- Over 10 electric motorcycle models by 2030
- Battery-swapping networks under Mobile Power Pack e:
- Carbon neutrality across all motorcycle operations by 2040
- Expanding EV production in Japan, Thailand, and India
These initiatives underscore Honda’s commitment to a clean, efficient, and exciting mobility future.
🏁 Summary — Honda’s EICMA 2025 Highlights
| Category | Model | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Electric Motorcycle | Honda WN7 | 50 kW motor, 140 km range, frameless design |
| Adventure | Africa Twin Adventure Sports | Lighter, stronger, off-road tuned |
| Supersport | CBR600RR | Track-spec aerodynamics, Euro 5+ |
| Naked Streetfighter | CB1000 Hornet Concept | New 1000cc engine, aggressive design |
| Urban Mobility | PCX Electric Concept | Compact, efficient city EV |
📍 Expected Availability
- Honda WN7 Electric Motorcycle: Global launch in 2026
- CBR600RR & Africa Twin (2025 updates): Q1 2026
- PCX Electric Concept: Expected in production by late 2026
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