Honda has finally pulled the wraps off its first full-production electric motorcycle, the Honda WN7, at EICMA 2025 in Milan. The reveal marks the company’s entry into the electric “FUN” category, signaling a major step toward electrifying its global two-wheeler lineup. The WN7 brings together Honda’s performance DNA and a quiet, emissions-free riding experience designed to let riders “be the wind” and connect with their surroundings.
Honda has taken its time, focusing on refining ride feel, balance, and handling. The result is a lightweight, 478-pound naked-style motorcycle aimed at younger urban riders who want agility and a premium experience without the noise or maintenance of an internal combustion engine.
Frameless chassis and integrated power unit
The WN7’s standout feature is its frameless chassis design. Instead of using a traditional frame that connects the front and rear, Honda positioned the aluminum battery case at the center, making it a structural component. This design improves rigidity and reduces. This design also helps centralize mass, enhancing stability and nimbleness.
Power comes from a 50 kW water-cooled motor with an integrated inverter, roughly equivalent to a 600 cc ICE engine, delivering 100 Nm of torque, similar to a liter-class (1,000 cc) motorcycle, according to Honda. Energy is stored in a 9.3 kWh lithium-ion battery that supports both CCS2 fast charging and Type 2 standard charging. With a 30-minute fast charge from 20% to 80%, and up to 87 miles of range per charge, the WN7 is built for both city riding and weekend exploration. The WN7 also introduces regenerative braking with an adjustable Deceleration Selector and a Walking Speed Mode for maneuvering in tight spots.
Design and riding experience
The WN7 follows Honda’s new electric design identity, highlighted by a horizontal light bar across the front and a black-and-gold color scheme. The styling aims to blend functional simplicity with a strong, distinctive presence.
Its Be the Wind concept focuses on quiet enjoyment; hearing city sounds, people’s voices, and nature itself while riding. Combined with the smooth torque delivery and belt-drive system that eliminates chain noise, the WN7’s experience is meant to be immersive and tranquil.
Honda plans to build the WN7 at its Kumamoto Factory in Japan and roll it out across global markets where the shift to electric motorcycles is accelerating. Pricing and specific release times are not available, but the WN7 doesn’t appear to be merely a concept or a teaser, but a development model close to release.
