We’ve all seen the mass movement in the automotive industry from petrol and diesel to alternative fuel sources. This is, of course, to start protecting the environment from the harmful gases that our vehicles emit. For cars, what has been most popular in this energy transition is electricity. For motorcycles, on the other hand, hydrogen has been more favourable as electric batteries have not quite met the two-wheel standard. However, Japan has produced a motorcycle model that is challenging this status quo.

Hydrogen has been a more viable option for two-wheeled vehicles

While electric-powered cars have taken off magnificently over the past few years, with big brand supercars producing impressive battery-operated vehicles, motorcycles have not been as successful in adopting this alternative power. If huge motor vehicles can adopt batteries, why are bikes struggling? Well, the main issue that manufacturers are dealing with is the lack of space on a two-wheeler. While cars have ample storage area for bulky batteries, motorcycles do not.

The reality of equipping sleek bikes with multiple large batteries to provide the necessary power is not an easy feat. This is why most e-bikes of today have nowhere near the power output of their petrol counterparts and would not satisfy drivers looking for that speedy racing feel.

Hydrogen has been a more respectable option to provide motorbike riders with the power they are looking for, while still reducing emissions. This has been the case for the past few years, until now. Japan is showing the world one of the first motorcycles that ditch hydrogen for an even better fuel source.

Japan reveals its first motorcycle not powered by hydrogen, and it is incredible

Japanese manufacturing company, Honda, has revealed an incredible performance electric motorcycle model as well as an innovative electric scooter model to outshine any other e-bike on the market. The EICMA International Two-Wheeler Exhibition 2024 in Milan played host to Honda’s two concept models, the EV Fun Concept and the EV Urban Concept.

These two designs are milestones for Honda, with the Fun Concept being their first ever electric sports model and the Urban Concept their innovative futuristic scooter design. This reputable company already has a huge customer base but is pushing to become the leading business in the electric motorcycle industry. Although many other companies are still focusing on hydrogen, Honda is showing the world where the real future lies.

Honda is pushing for a carbon-neutral future

With the aim of a neutrality by 2050, Honda is certainly on track for greatness. A closer look at their two new models shows the following:

The EV Fun Concept is set to run at 650cc bike speeds
This naked sports motorcycle model aims to rival the  Honda CBR650R
It reportedly offers an app that can be linked with the motorcycle to check the condition of the motorcycle
The EV Urban Concept is the epitome of futuristic drives, offering a state-of-the-art, intuitive human-machine interface (HMI)

Both models show Honda’s dedication to environmental sustainability, which is only on the rise. This company aims to release 30 electric motorcycles by 2030, only a short 5 years away. With the rate they are going, this is not unrealistic at all.

Honda’s focus on electrification is proving significant in the industry

We’ve seen the automotive industry turn to electrification, but Honda has clearly shown they are able to keep up too and ensure the path towards a greener future. Factors such as state regulations, public pressure, sustainability, and affordable long-term outcomes are just some of the parts at play in the switch toward electric motorcycles. Whether or not the public likes it, the future is bringing stricter rules regarding emissions, and Honda is making sure it will be able to equip customers with top-quality vehicles now and for many years to come.