- Retro Design with Modern Tech: The Honda E-VO blends classic café racer styling with electric performance.
- Launched in 2025: Unveiled in May 2025, initially in China as Wuyang-Honda WH8000D.
- Key Features: 8 kW motor, up to 120 km/h, two battery options (4.1 kWh and 6.2 kWh).
- Market Focus: Primarily for China, with potential for broader markets like Europe.
- Innovative Technology: Includes battery swapping and a 7-inch TFT display.
Honda unveiled its first full-size electric motorcycle, the Honda E-VO, marking a pivotal moment in the company’s electrification journey.
Launched in China as the Wuyang-Honda WH8000D, this electric café racer combines the nostalgic charm of classic café racer styling with cutting-edge electric technology, positioning Honda as a serious contender in the growing electric two-wheeler market.
Design and Performance
The E-VO features a classic café racer look with a round headlight, half-fairing, and handlebar-end mirrors.
Its 8 kW electric motor delivers a peak power of 15.8 kW, achieving a top speed of 120 km/h. With two battery options—4.1 kWh for a 120 km range and 6.2 kWh for 170 km—it caters to varied riding needs.
Technical Specifications
The Honda E-VO is powered by an 8 kW (11 PS) continuous-power electric motor, with a peak output of 15.8 kW (21.5 PS), delivered through a Continental belt drive system.
This setup allows the bike to reach a top speed of 120 km/h for the three-battery version and 110 km/h for the two-battery version, according to Motorrad Online. The bike offers two battery configurations:
Key Highlights:
🔹 6.2 kWh battery (3 removable packs)
🔹 21.5hp peak power | Top speed: 120 km/h
🔹 Front USD forks, rear central strut
🔹 7-inch TFT with navigation + connectivity
🔹 Integrated front & rear cameras
🔹 Weighs just 143–156 kg, seat height at 765mm
|
Battery Option |
Capacity |
Range |
Charging Time (20-80%) |
Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Two Batteries |
4.1 kWh |
120 km |
1.0–1.5 hours |
143 kg |
|
Three Batteries |
6.2 kWh |
170 km |
1.5–2.5 hours |
156 kg |
The E-VO features an upside-down fork at the front and a central spring strut at the rear for suspension, paired with disc brakes on both wheels equipped with ABS.
Adjustable hand levers enhance rider comfort, and the bike’s wheel sizes (front 110/70-16, rear 140/70-14) and low seat height of 765 mm make it accessible to a wide range of riders. Read more- Top 10 Electric Motorcycles And Bikes In India
E-VO Availability
Launched as the Wuyang-Honda WH8000D in China, the E-VO is priced at approximately €3,700 for the two-battery version and €4,500 for the three-battery version.
Its design suggests potential compatibility with Europe’s 125cc category, appealing to younger riders with an A1 license.
