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Honda has unveiled its plans for electrification including the introduction of 10 new electric motorcycles by 2025.

  • Honda to introduced 10 new electric motorcycles by 2025.
  • New electric models include Fun EV, a large capacity electric motorcycles. 
Honda Motorcycle: Carbon Neutrality through Electrification

The announcement also include the Japanese firm’s effort to meet carbon neutrality by 2050.

“Honda will accelerate the electrification of motorcycles as the primary focus of environmental strategies for motorcycle business,” said Honda in a statement. 

Honda Motorcycle: Carbon Neutrality through Electrification

That said, Honda will continue the development of internal combustion motorcycle but it wants to decrease the carbon dioxide output of its internal combustion motorcycle engines. 

Also, Honda wants to develop motorcycles that is compatible with carbon neutral fuels such as gasoline-ethanol. 

Honda Motorcycle: Carbon Neutrality through Electrification

Honda has also set 2025 as the date to roll out 10 new electric motorcycles which include models for commuting and fun models. Looking at the photos shared, we are probably looking at a bigger capacity electric motorcycle instead of the usual 125cc-equivalent electric bikes. 

Specifically, Honda wants to launch  three large fun EV models, including one EV for kids by 2024-2025 for Japan, USA and Europe. 

Honda Motorcycle: Carbon Neutrality through Electrification

In addition, Honda will also launch two commuter electrics in Asia, Europe and Japan and five electric bicycle and electric moped by 2024. 

There are two types of batteries set to be utilised, including an all-solid-state battery and a swappable battery.

Honda Motorcycle: Carbon Neutrality through Electrification

Honda is also working to expand the value of its electric motorcycles by working with its software subsidiary, Drivemode.

“Honda will offer user experience (UX) features that continuously enrich the quality of riding through connectivity, such as offering optimal route options that take into consideration remaining range, charging spot notification, safe riding coaching and after­sales service support.”

Honda is likely to introduced an all-new electric scooter in India after filing a new patent application in the country. 

  • borrows similar design cue from the Activa.
  • features 12v battery unit, telescopic fork and double-sided swingarm. 

India’s motoring publication, AutoCarIndia published the new patent application showing what could Honda upcoming e-scooter would look like.

*credit: AutoCarIndia

As expected, the image showcased an e-scooter that looks similar to the Activa.

Firstly, the front fascia – including the handlebar and headlight – shares similarities with the Activa. However, the rest of the bodywork looks new.

According to reports, the e-scooter is equipped with hub-mounted motor to reduce clutter and the production cost. 

The patent also shows a 12v battery unit, telescopic forks, single rear shocks and double-sided swingarm. 

The swingarm is mounted to the 10-inch rear wheels with drum brake. 

The e-scooter is likely to be introduce in the Indian market in 2023. 

The introduction of the Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello caught much of the world’s attention because it’s not just another motorcycle but also represents the brand’s bold move into the 21st century.

  • The Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello is available in two variants, base and S-spec.
  • Features 1,042cc transverse 90-degree V-Twin engine that makes 115hp and 105Nm @ 3,500rpm.

This is because the V100 is the first Moto Guzzi motorcycle to feature semi-active suspension, 6-axis IMU, cornering ABS, quick-shifter and a liquid-cooled engine.

It is the first Moto Guzzi with everything modern, and we are surprised that the V100 Mandello even has an adaptive aerodynamics package.

During the recently concluded Moto Guzzi World Days 2022 festival, the 2023 V100 Mandello was the star of the show, with Moto Guzzi accepting pre-orders for the new bike.

That said, the V100 will come in two trims, the base model and an up-spec S trim. The base V100 Mandello goes for EUR15,749 (RM72k), while the S-spec is priced at EUR18,249 (RM83k). 

Both trims run on the same 1,042cc transverse 90-degree V-Twin engine that makes 115hp and 105Nm @ 3,500rpm. In addition, the engine is also 103mm shorter than the one found in the V85 TT. 

Nevertheless, as a sport-touring machine, the V100 Mandello still sport the classic element of a Moto Guzzi.

The V100 Mandello offers a smooth ride during accelerating and decelerating on par with a bike with a chain drive, thanks to a lower positioning of the drive shaft.

It also features a 17.5L fuel tank and a large saddle comfortable for riders and pillion.

However, to increase comfort, the V100 is equipped with adaptive air deflectors located at the front fairing, which extend to different degrees depending on the riding mode and bike speed.

According to Moto Guzzi, air deflectors can reduce wind disturbance by up to 22%.

On top of the already impressive package, the S-trim gets Öhlins semi-active suspension, traction control, three engine maps, three engine braking, quick-shifter, heated grips, Moto Guzzi multimedia package and a smartphone connector.

 

VR45 Racing Ducati has officially announced the decision to retain Luca Marini and Marco Bezzecchi for the 2023 MotoGP World Championship. 

  • Luca Marini and Marco Bezzecchi to continue their partnership ahead of the 2023 season.
  • Bezzecchi currently leads the rookie standing after maiden MotoGP podium at the Dutch GP.

The announcement is a positive step from team Mooney VR46 Racing Ducati ahead of the new season with the pair showing good results throughout the team inaugural season in the premier class.

Marini showcased an impressive performance in the second half of the season with two consecutive P4 in Austria an Misano.

“I am very happy to be able to announce the renewal with the Mooney VR46 Racing Team also for 2023. 

“It is important to give continuity to this working group and to the Ducati project that is leading us to obtain good results and to fight for the podium in this final of season.

“We are a rookie team, it is the first year that we have all worked together, and we will continue to use this method to achieve great satisfactions already in this 2022 and in the future together with Vale, whom I thank for this opportunity, and the VR46 Riders Academy that always supports me. 

“Closing the current season in the best possible way and restarting strong next January is the goal: we want to fight for the positions that matter, the podium and the victory in every GP and as the best Independent Team of the Championship,” said the 25-year-old. 

Meanwhile, Bezzecchi currently leads the rookie standings boosted by his maiden MotoGP podium at the Dutch GP.

“I’m so happy to confirm and announce, at the same time, that the agreement I signed last year was for two years, so in 2023 I will continue riding for the Mooney VR46 Racing Team on the Ducati! 

“I’m proud to wear and represent the colours of the VR46 family, Vale and the VR46 Riders Academy, that have been always supporting me, together with the Team and personal partners,” he added. 

Moto Guzzi continue to bank on the brand most successful retro-inspired roadster, with the introduction of the V7 Stone Special Edition. 

  • Moto Guzzi V7 Stone Special Edition features unique black colourway with red accent.
  • Gets a unique Arrow exhaust with Moto Guzzi branding. 

Recently unveiled at the Moto Guzzi World Days event, the special edition motorcycle adopts a more discreet silhouette compared to the standard V7 Stone. 

That said, the V7 Stone Special Edition features a glossy ‘Shining Black’ paint scheme with red colour accents on the side of the fuel tank.

Similar red-painted colour are also visible on the rear shock absorbers and contrasting stitching on the single-piece saddle.

However, the most standout piece on the V7 Stone Special Edition is an Arrow exhaust complete with the firm’s branding.

According to Moto Guzzi, the exhaust also helps to bump the power from 64hp to 66hp @ 6,700rpm.

Also, the Moto Guzzi V7 Stone Special Edition is priced at EUR9,999 (RM45.6k). 

Honda has officially pulls the cover away from the firm newest powertrain, a 755c parallel-twin engine set to be the beating heart of the upcoming Honda Hornet.

  • Honda 755cc parallel-twin engine set to power the firm’s newest mid-range motorcycle.
  • The new mill makes 92hp and features 270-degree crank.

In the meantime, let’s get something right first. Firstly, Honda already has a solid and reliable 745cc parallel-twin engine currently powering the X-ADV 750, Forza 750 and the NC750X.

However, the new engine is a 755cc parallel-twin, 8-valve Unicam unit that capable of producing 92hp @ 9,500rpm and 75Nm @ 7,250rpm.

Also, the new platform features a 270-degree crankshaft, a similar approach taken by other manufactures in developing a parallel-twin mill.

Meanwhile, Honda deputy director of major projects, Fuyuki Hosokawa, explains the intention of developing the new mill.

New Hornet Concept Update

“The Hornet has always been a very special motorcycle for Honda. Exciting and engaging performance has always been combined with flexible and agile handling.

“Before starting this project, we thought a lot about what kind of performance we wanted to give the driver. 

We knew it was essential to maintain the classic Hornet’s peak power “punch” and at the same time, as a new generation Hornet for modern times, we wanted the engine to have a really strong torquey feel and a “throbbing” feel. in the low to mid rev range.

“To get the kind of performance and lightweight handling we wanted, we knew we had to develop an entirely new short-stroke twin engine with a 270° crankshaft. 

“This would not only deliver that peak power, but also the sporty low-end torque, ideal for driving in urban environments and coming out of corners on the highway. 

For us, the Hornet has always been the epitome of the streetfighter concept and this new Hornet concept proudly continues this tradition,” Hosokawa said in a statement.

Despite calling it a concept, we expect Honda to unveil the new engine in production form together with the new Hornet at the EICMA show in November. 

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