Honda Electric Motorcycle and E-Scooters: WN7, CUV e: and EM1 e:

• WN7: more than 130 km of range
• WN7: 20 to 80 per cent in 30 minutes (CCS2)
• WN7 as 11 kW and 18 kW version
• CUV e: 6 kW, more than 70 km of range
• EM1 e: 1.7 kW, 45 km/h
• Reverse assist on the CUV e:

What defines an electric motorcycle

Electric motorcycles and e-scooters draw their energy from a battery instead of a tank. They produce no local emissions and are considerably quieter than models with a combustion engine. Depending on the model, they are charged at home, at a wallbox or at fast-charging stations.

Range determines use. For trips in town and the suburbs, a smaller battery is enough; for cross-country rides you need more capacity and fast charging. Before buying, therefore, check your typical commute and the charging options at home or at work.

E-motorcycle or electric scooter: the decision guide

Which electric motorcycle suits you depends on how you use it. The WN7, with 18 kW and, according to dealer data, a top speed of 129 km/h, is built for cross-country trips. The CUV e:, with 83 km/h and more than 70 km of range, suits town and suburbs, the EM1 e: with 45 km/h short trips in your neighbourhood.

The driving licence rule for the WN7: you can ride the 11 kW version with subcategory A1 and the 18 kW version with restricted category A; in the EU this corresponds to class A2. For the two electric scooters, the dealer will tell you the appropriate licence category.

Honda WN7: the electric motorcycle

The WN7 adopts the slim, futuristic design of the EV FUN Concept study. According to Honda, its permanently installed lithium-ion battery is good for more than 130 km. At a CCS2 fast-charging station, the battery needs half an hour to go from 20 to 80 per cent; at a 6 kW AC wallbox, a full charge takes less than 3 hours.

If you have a wallbox at home, you can charge fully overnight and start the day with full range; for longer trips, fast-charging stops can be planned.

E-scooters: CUV e: and EM1 e:

The CUV e: is an electric scooter with 6 kW, a flat floor and a low step-through. It achieves more than 70 km of range, can be charged at home or on the go and has a reverse assist for tight parking spaces and underground car parks, as well as a 7-inch TFT.

The EM1 e: was the first Honda electric two-wheeler for customers in Europe. With 1.7 kW and 45 km/h, it is a light city scooter that draws its energy from the Honda Mobile Power Pack.

Battery, charging and climate targets

On the WN7 the battery is permanently installed; it is charged at a fast-charging station with CCS2 or at a wallbox. Have a wallbox at home installed by a qualified professional and check in advance what power your home connection allows.

Honda describes the EM1 e: as a first step on the road to carbon neutrality, which Honda is aiming for across its entire motorcycle range in the 2040s. The CUV e: runs with zero local emissions, and its flat floor with low step-through makes getting on and off easier.

Tips: test ride and charging plan

The best way to find out how an electric drive feels is on a test ride. Honda Motorrad Zürich will also answer questions about charging, battery, range and leasing.

If you are new to two wheels, you can practise the basics at the MX-Academy first – away from traffic and without a licence.