Honda has unveiled its first electric naked bike – the Honda WN7 Electric Motorcycle. With 130 km range, CCS2 fast charging, 600cc-class performance, and futuristic design, here’s everything you need to know about Honda’s debut electric motorcycle.
Honda WN7 Electric Motorcycle – A Game-Changing Debut
In Europe, Honda has become the official entrant into the electric motorcycle market with the release of the Honda WN7 Electric Motorcycle. This is a historic stride in the carbon-neutral roadmap of Honda because it seeks to make all its motorcycles carbon-neutral by the 2040s.
The WN7 is Honda’s first fixed-battery electric naked bike, positioned in the “Fun” category. It is the production-ready version of the EV Fun Concept showcased at EICMA 2024 in Milan.
Key Highlights of the Honda WN7
Range & Charging
- Riding range: 130 km (83 miles) on a single charge
- Home charging: Full charge in under 3 hours
- Battery: Fixed lithium-ion pack with CCS2 rapid charging
- Fast charging: 20% to 80% in 30 minutes
Performance
Honda claims the WN7 offers:
- Power equivalent to a 600cc ICE motorcycle
- Torque rivaling a 1000cc ICE motorcycle
- Instant acceleration for a thrilling yet smooth riding experience
Design & Technology
- Slim, futuristic naked-bike design
- 5-inch TFT display with Honda RoadSync connectivity (navigation, calls, notifications)
- Quiet yet powerful performance, delivering the signature EV smoothness
Naming Philosophy – Why “WN7”?
- W – “Be the Wind” (development concept)
- N – Naked bike category
- 7 – Output class
This reflects Honda’s vision of blending performance motorcycling with sustainable mobility.
Honda’s EV Strategy Beyond WN7
The WN7 is just the beginning. Honda has confirmed its EV roadmap will expand across:
- Urban commuter electric bikes
- Premium electric scooters
- Performance-focused electric motorcycles
By 2024, Honda officially kickstarted its global electric motorcycle expansion, with the WN7 leading the “Fun” performance EV segment.
