Honda's new full-size electric motorcycle expecting deliveries soon
Electrek • • business
Key Points:
- Honda’s upcoming WN7 electric motorcycle has won a Gold iF Design Award, highlighting its significance beyond just design accolades as a symbol of the future for mainstream electric motorcycles from established manufacturers.
- The WN7 adopts a natural motorcycle design with a frameless structure where the battery serves as a central, structural element, reducing weight and simplifying engineering, avoiding the overcomplicated designs seen in many electric bikes.
- With a middleweight performance output of around 50 kW (67 hp) and 100 Nm torque, the WN7 targets both commuters and weekend riders, offering a balanced, approachable riding experience.
- The bike features CCS fast charging, recharging from 20% to 80% in about 30 minutes, and a 9.3 kWh battery that provides approximately 130–140 km (80–87 miles) of range, emphasizing practical daily usability.
- Priced at around $17,000 and already on sale in parts of Europe, the WN7 is among the first full-size electric motorcycles from a major Japanese OEM that feels production-ready, potentially signaling a shift toward more accessible and functional electric motorcycles from legacy brands.
