Key points
- Honda will unveil its first electric motorcycle on September 16th.
- The motorcycle is likely based on the “EV Fun Concept” shown at EICMA 2024.
- It’s designed to offer performance comparable to mid-sized gasoline motorcycles.
- The bike will feature CCS2 fast charging compatibility. Initial release is expected to be limited to Europe and the United Kingdom.
Honda is poised to revolutionize the electric motorcycle market with the impending release of its first fast-charging model. A cryptic teaser video, posted on Honda UK’s Instagram page, hints at a September 16th unveiling, generating significant buzz among motorcycle enthusiasts.
The video showcases the new e-motorcycle undergoing rigorous test rides on European streets, shrouded in a black and white camouflage that nonetheless reveals a striking resemblance to a previously unveiled concept.
The camouflaged machine bears a strong resemblance to the “EV Fun Concept,” a model showcased at the EICMA 2024 motorcycle trade show in Milan. At that time, Honda touted the concept’s impressive performance, claiming it offered power equivalent to a mid-sized internal combustion engine (ICE) motorcycle.
A key feature highlighted then, and likely to be present in the production model, is its compatibility with CCS2 quick chargers—a prevalent fast-charging standard across Europe. Honda also previously stated the concept boasted a cruising range exceeding 100km.
Addressing potential range limitations inherent in electric motorcycles – which typically offer less space for batteries compared to electric cars – Honda’s focus on fast-charging technology appears to be a strategic solution.
While specific details regarding battery capacity and range remain undisclosed pending the official announcement, the emphasis on rapid charging suggests Honda aims to mitigate a common concern within the EV motorcycle sector.
The teaser video’s location on Honda UK’s Instagram, along with the explicit mention of European street testing, strongly suggests an initial market focus on Europe and the United Kingdom.
Whether this will be a global launch later remains to be seen, but for now, European riders appear to be the first in line to experience Honda’s foray into the high-performance electric motorcycle market.
