Honda’s R&D engineers have applied some innovative thinking to what their next generation of high-efficiency, high-output ICE engines could look, feel and perform like for large capacity motorcycles and designed something very special, the Honda V3 supercharged motor… Press: Honda

2025 Honda ICE concept engine, featuring the world’s first electric compressor for motorcycles.

This stunning water-cooled, 75° V3 engine is being newly developed for larger displacement machines and has been designed to be extremely slim and compact. It features the world’s first electrical compressor for motorcycles, which is able to control compression of the intake air irrespective of engine rpm, meaning that high-response torque can be delivered even from lower rpm.

2025 Honda ICE Concept bike

In addition, the electrical compressor allows a high degree of freedom of layout of all components in the limited space available on a motorcycle, and an efficient centralisation of mass. It also does not require an intercooler, although we are not sure why yet, as there are many details yet to be revealed.

The late Glenn Willing on his way to a podium at Bathurst on the Dudley Lister prepared Honda Australia V3 two-stroke MVX250.

The late Glenn Willing on his way to a podium at Bathurst on the Dudley Lister prepared Honda V3 two-stroke MVX250.


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Those with long memories will remember the last time Honda had a V3 engine for the road – the seminal two-stroke NS400R of the mid-1980s. This was followed by the MVX250. Now, 40 years later – and in a completely different world – the potential of this new direction is obvious with a four-stroke.

2025 Honda ICE Concept bike

With breathtaking possibilities in terms of models to come. Development will continue towards mass production and towards Honda’s goal of enabling customers to further experience the unique joy of riding and owning a motorcycle.

2025 Honda ICE Concept bike

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