Honda has shaken up the two-wheeled world by officially announcing the development of a new medium-sized sports bike with a four-cylinder engine. The announcement was made by Minoru Kato, head of Honda’s motorcycle division, during the Chongqing Motorcycle Show in China, which began on September 13.
Although details are still scarce, the Japanese brand has revealed a silhouette of the new machine, confirming that it is a model with an integral fairing. This new Honda proposal is positioned as a potential rival to the Kawasaki ZX-4R, promising to heat up the competition in the medium-sized supersport segment.
The technical specifications remain shrouded in mystery, with rumors pointing to a 500cc version for the Chinese market and a 400cc variant for Japan. However, this information has yet to be officially confirmed by Honda.
The presentation of this new bike also raises questions about the possibility of a naked version, thus expanding the range of options for enthusiasts. Honda has indicated that the launch is scheduled for 2025, with confirmation that the model will arrive on the Japanese market.
This announcement represents a strategic move by Honda to reaffirm its position in the medium-sized motorcycle segment, an increasingly competitive and growing market.