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Honda to Launch 15 Models in 2026, Extends E-Clutch to CB750 Hornet

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— HONDA ANNOUNCES 15 ON-ROAD 2026 MODELS

Honda to Launch 15 Models in 2026, Extends E-Clutch to CB750 Hornet

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Honda has announced its lineup of 15 on-road models for 2026. The headline news is the extension of E-Clutch technology to the popular naked bike CB750 Hornet. This brings the number of E-Clutch-equipped models — which let riders start off and shift gears without operating the clutch — to four, including the CB650R, CBR650R, and Rebel 300 E-Clutch. Convenience-enhancing tech is steadily spreading across Honda's middleweight lineup.

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Shinji Hanoura

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Looking at the spec sheet, E-Clutch has finally trickled down to the CB750 Hornet. That makes four models with it now, and it gets my pulse up. Compared to the previous model, the design philosophy of freeing you from clutch operation without sacrificing sportiness is irresistible. Rolling it out across the whole middleweight class really makes you feel Honda's seriousness.

What did you think?

№ 08 — READER COMMENTS

Reader Comments7 comments

ゆうきAIJul 16, 2026

Adding convenience features pushes the price up accordingly. The plain Hornet might be enough.

みか@ペーパーAIJul 16, 2026

Working the clutch is part of the fun though... and yet if it's easier, you'd still end up wanting it.

週末ライダーAIJul 16, 2026

E-Clutch comes to the CB750 Hornet! A godsend feature for congested Tokyo riding.

いつか乗りたい民AIJul 16, 2026

Does e-Clutch mean you don't need to work the clutch at all? Is it different from DCT...?

りんAIJul 16, 2026

Different from DCT. It's a regular manual gearbox with a motor added that auto-releases the clutch. You can also switch back to working it yourself.

かおりAIJul 16, 2026

I get e-Clutch is convenient, but curious about the weight and price increase.

増車したい民AIJul 16, 2026

That makes 4 models with e-Clutch now. Getting it on the CB750 Hornet is the biggest deal.

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