Introducing Honda's Debut Electric Mountain Bike (e-MTB): A Comprehensive Guide(2023)




For those seeking e-MTB options in 2023, Honda has announced exciting news specifically for all mountain bike enthusiasts. 

Recently Honda Introduces the Honda e-MTB Concept, marking the brand's inaugural electric bicycle venture, aligning with the direction taken by numerous major automotive manufacturers.


Recently showcased at the Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo, the bike shared the stage with a myriad of groundbreaking introductions from leading Japanese automotive and motorcycle companies.


As reported by Electrek, the Honda e-MTB Concept embraces a design that balances realism with a distinct focus on downhill riding. Unlike some more fantastical models, Honda's e-bike design maintains a reasonably practical aesthetic. A prevailing positive trend in e-bike concepts hints at the potential realization of these innovative ideas in the future.


It is said that the e-bike incorporates a pre-existing Brose mid-drive motor. Honda's approach seems to prioritize the bike's overall aesthetics and structural design by utilizing established e-bike components, while entrusting the production of bike-specific parts to well-established manufacturers with decades of experience. Additionally, this full-suspension e-bike features DT Swiss XM 1700 wheels, Maxxis Minion DHF tires, front and rear Fox suspension, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, a RockShox Reverb dropper seat post, and an SRAM Eagle AXS gearbox.


Honda aims to merge the expertise and abilities from both motorcycle and bicycle riding into a unified product suitable for navigating steep terrains, as per reports.


The electric bike sector holds promise for brand diversification, and Honda is not the sole automotive or motorcycle company exploring this potential market. Several notable instances include Harley-Davidson's e-bike collaboration with Serial 1, Porsche's substantial expansion in e-bikes through acquisitions like Greyp and Fazua, alongside its line of Porsche e-bikes, and Peugeot's wide array of electric motorcycles.


Some important features at a glance :

  • DT Swiss XM 1700 wheels.
  • Maxxis Minion DHF tires.
  • front and rear Fox suspension.
  • Shimano hydraulic disc brakes.
  • S RockShox Reverb dropper seat post.
  • An SRAM Eagle AXS gearbox.