Honda Introduces First Electric Motorcycle WN7: Here’s What You Need to Know

If you’re following the motorcycle world, there’s big news: Honda has officially launched its first full-size electric motorcycle, the WN7. After teasing the EV Fun Concept at EICMA 2024, Honda has taken a bold step forward into the electric future. Let me walk you through the standout features, specs, and what this means—especially for riders in Pakistan.

What is the WN7?

“WN7” stands for three things:

• W — “Be the Wind” (Honda’s development concept)

• N — “Naked” (design style)

• 7 — power class category 

This electric bike is not just a design study anymore; it’s heading into production late 2025, with deliveries starting in 2026. It’s targeted at riders who want more than just commuter scooters—think something more powerful, cleaner, yet practical, and fast.

Key Features That Make It Stand Out

Here’s what makes the WN7 especially exciting:

• It uses a fixed lithium-ion battery, not swappable, built into the frame.

• It supports CCS2 rapid charging: you can go from 20% to 80% in about 30 minutes. For home charging (6 kVA wall box), full charge is under 3 hours.

• The range is over 130 km on a single charge—enough for most urban and suburban riding in many places.

• Powertrain is solid: an 18 kW water-cooled motor, delivering torque of 100 Nm. Honda even claims performance (output) similar to a 600cc ICE (internal combustion engine) bike, with torque that rivals many 1000cc machines.

• Tech and usability are well thought out: 5-inch TFT screen, Honda RoadSync smartphone connectivity, EV menus, all-LED lighting. 

Spec Table: Honda WN7

Here are the specs:

What It Means for Pakistani Riders

Now, here’s where I put on my local hat and think of things from a Pakistani perspective:

• Price & Import Costs: If the Euro / UK base price holds up, once you add import duties, taxes, shipping, etc., the WN7 will be very expensive here. But many are willing to pay for premium, performance, and EV tech.

• Charging Infrastructure: Rapid chargers (CCS2) are rare in Pakistan. Most charging will be done at home, so the under-3-hour full charge via a wall box is encouraging—but for many, this still means overnight charging or upgrade of home electricity setup.

• Service & Spares: As with any new model, parts, battery service, and specialized maintenance (for EVs) might take time to become widespread. That said, Honda’s brand strength helps—if they commit to Pakistan market, service network will likely follow.

• Urban Use Cases: For riders in cities like Lahore, Islamabad, Karachi, 130 km on a single charge is more than enough for daily commute. Traffic, stop-start riding, shorter trips will make the WN7’s torque feel punchy, and electric power means quieter and cleaner rides.

Final Thoughts

If you ask me, the Honda WN7 is more than just a badge for Honda stepping into electric bikes—it’s a serious contender that bridges the gap between high-performance ICE bikes and practical EV mobility. Of course, its real impact in Pakistan will depend on pricing, availability, charging infrastructure, and after-sales support.

For those considering switching, the WN7 might just be one of the most exciting new options. It’s not perfect—but it pushes the envelope. And that’s exactly what we need to see more of.

FAQs: 

1) What is the Honda WN7 Electric Motorcycle?

Think of the WN7 as Honda finally jumping into the electric game – and they're not messing around! This is their debut electric motorcycle, featuring an 18kW motor that packs a punch with 100Nm of instant torque. You know that satisfying acceleration when you twist the throttle? Well, imagine getting that immediately without any lag. At 217kg, it feels like a real motorcycle, not some lightweight electric toy, so you'll still get that authentic riding experience we all love, just minus the petrol station visits.

2) When will the Honda WN7 be available in the market?

Here's the timeline: Honda's firing up production in late 2025, and Europeans will get their hands on it by early 2026 most probably. Now, for us in Pakistan, we're playing the waiting game a bit longer. My best guess? We'll probably see it here by late 2026 or 2027, but honestly, it depends on how quickly Honda sorts out local regulations and gauges our interest.

3) What is the expected price of the Honda WN7 Electric Motorcycle?

We’re looking at around $9,000 to $12,000 globally, which puts it in the 35-45 lakh range here in Pakistan. Yes, that's serious money! But here's my take: calculate what you're spending monthly on petrol, especially with these crazy fuel prices. Add your mechanic visits, oil changes, and all those little repairs. Over 3-4 years, you'll probably save enough to make this investment worthwhile. Plus, knowing Honda, they might surprise us with better pricing for our market.

4) What is the battery range of the Honda WN7?

The 130km range is pretty sweet for most of us. I mean, think about your daily rides – office to home, maybe a quick grocery run or chai with friends. That's what, 40-50km max? This bike covers that easily with juice left over. The real game-changer is the 30-minute fast charging – imagine topping up during your lunch break! And overnight home charging means you wake up to a full tank every morning. For city hopping, it's actually perfect.