With the WN7, Honda has reached a symbolic milestone. For the first time, the Japanese manufacturer is launching an electric motorbike in Europe, conceived not simply as a mobility tool, but as a genuine ‘pleasure’ and premium machine. With a claimed range of over 130 km, 100Nm of torque, CCS2 fast charging and premium positioning, the WN7 marks a new stage in Honda’s electric strategy.
An electric motorbike designed for the European market
Presented as the production version of the EV Fun concept unveiled at EICMA 2024 (the international motorbike and two-wheeler show in Milan), the Honda WN7 is officially the manufacturer’s first ‘full-size’ electric motorbike for Europe. This choice is far from insignificant, given that the Old Continent is one of the most demanding markets in terms of standards, performance and versatility of use.
Honda is clearly making this launch part of its roadmap towards carbon neutrality, with the stated aim of making its entire two-wheeler range carbon neutral by the 2040s. But beyond the environmental rhetoric, the WN7 boasts a more sensational ambition. It is designed to appeal to young urbanites and suburbanites looking for a credible alternative to mid-range internal combustion motorbikes.
Performance on a par with a 600cc?
In technical terms, the WN7 is based on a water-cooled electric propulsion unit, integrated into an ‘E-Drive’ package. Two versions are planned to cover the main European licences: an 11 kW version accessible to A1 licence holders (or 125 cm³ equivalent) and an 18 kW rated power version, with a peak of 50 kW, compatible with A2 licences.
Honda particularly emphasises the immediately available 100Nm of torque, which it compares to that of a 1,000cc internal combustion motorbike. In practice, overall power and acceleration would be more in line with that of a 600cc motorcycle, which is a coherent position for a multi-purpose machine that combines commuting and touring.
Handling and steering
With a kerb weight of around 220kg, the Honda WN7 is in the mid-range of mid-displacement streamlined internal combustion motorbikes. The manufacturer insists on a lower centre of gravity and a narrow frame, designed to make it easier to handle in an urban environment. Regenerative braking, which can be adjusted or even deactivated, plays a central role. Honda presents it not just as a tool for optimising fuel consumption, but also as a genuine driving aid, enabling deceleration phases to be adjusted at the throttle and, if necessary, a feeling closer to the freewheel of a combustion engine.
The WN7 offers four driving modes: Sport, Standard, Rain and Eco. It features a 5-inch TFT screen compatible with Honda RoadSync. Navigation, smartphone connectivity and riding information are all integrated into a coherent package, without going overboard with technology. Designed for everyday use, the bike also features keyless ignition and a manoeuvring mode with low-speed and reverse assistance, a useful feature given the weight and torque available from the very first turns of the wheel.
An assertive and sought-after premium positioning
Priced from €14,999 in France and Belgium, the Honda WN7 has a single price tag, irrespective of the 11 or 18 kW version. This clearly premium positioning puts it up against electric rivals such as the LiveWire S2 Del Mar and the Zero FXE, but also, indirectly, against the well-established mid-range internal combustion models. Honda has accompanied the launch with a range of financing options, including a €199/month lease in France for orders placed before the end of 2025. The first deliveries are expected in the first quarter of 2026. With the WN7, Honda is not only seeking to electrify its range, but to redefine what a ‘fun’ electric motorbike can be on the European market.
