How Honda, Yamaha, and other Japanese leaders are racing towards electric motorcycles

Electrek
2026.04.30 14:29
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Japanese motorcycle manufacturers, including Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, and Suzuki, are preparing for a significant shift towards electric motorcycles. While they haven't yet released high-performance electric superbikes, they are developing portfolios and factories focused on electrification. Yamaha's President, Motofumi Shitara, emphasized the industry's goal of achieving carbon neutrality through electrification. The company has launched several electric scooter models and aims for electric motorcycles to make up about 30% of its new model lineup in the coming years.