Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) has pulled out all the stops for the 2023 Makina Moto Show on April 14 to 16, 2023.

The Japanese brand introduced its new president, Sayaka Arai, and showcased its huge collection of motorcycles, including three new launches.

The event was also the first public appearance of Arai-san, who brought her extensive experience and leadership skills to the motorcycle brand in the Philippines. She is poised to guide the brand toward a future of innovation and growth. 

“There is simply no bigger gathering among Filipino motorcycle enthusiasts than the Makina Moto Show, that is why, we at HPI always treat it like the big event it truly is,” said HPI vice president for MC sales Jomel Jerezo.

"The launches and surprises we have prepared for this year’s showcase serve as our expressions of gratitude for unwavering support for Honda enthusiasts," he added. "We promise to reciprocate that love by developing more cutting-edge Honda motorcycles that resonate with their needs and the times.”

Back to the motorcycles, here are the new HPI motorcycles launched at the event:

Adventure Series 

HPI introduced the all-new XL750 Transalp.

It features a class-leading, steel-diamond body frame and a signature functional windscreen. The bike is powered by a 755cc liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cam, 8-valve parallel-twin with a 270-degree crank.

The XL750 Transalp is available in Ross White and Matte Ballistic Black Metallic.

Tourer Series

Another newly launched model is the all-new CL500.

It features a head-turning, street-scrambler style that includes a smooth, rounded, 12-liter fuel tank with a tubular diamond-structure steel frame and a scrambler seat design.

The CL500 gets a 471cc liquid-cooled, twin-cam, 4-stroke, 4-valve two-cylinder engine paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. It is available in Matte Laurel Green Metallic and Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic.

And finishing the trifecta is the all-new Rebel 1100, which also falls under the Tourer Series.

It offers a modern-day, custom style and riding comfort that HPI said is "classic, cool and tough." It is powered by a 1,083cc liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cam, 8-valve twin with a 270-degree crank.

It is available in Gun Metal Black Metallic and Iridium Gray Metallic.

These three new big bikes are available at the brand’s Flagship shops nationwide. 

Super Sports Series

Also on display at the event was the CBR300R, the brand’s “lightweight champion” that carries a 286cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 4-stroke engine. 

HPI also showcased the CBR500R that packs a 471cc liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, twin-cam parallel-twin engine.

Lastly, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer had the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP as its race bike machine on display.

It offers the best that Honda can provide and embodies the brand’s proud MotoGP racing lineage. It has a 1,000cc 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, twin-cam, 4-cylinder engine that speed freaks would love. 

Off-Road Series

HPI has the CRF1100 Africa Twin at the show, carrying the brand’s rally racing heritage.

It has a 1,083cc single-cam, parallel-twin engine with a 270-degree crank that delivers torque everywhere from idle to redline with the brand’s automatic dual-clutch transmission. Expect excellent performance as it has an electronically-controlled suspension. 

Another bike on display is the all-new CRF-450R, which is a direct descendant of the legendary CR250M Elsinore. It has a 450cc liquid-cooled, single-cam, single-cylinder engine, which is ideal for today's race tracks.

For more information about HPI, visit www.hondaph.com.

Stay updated on Honda’s newest products and promos by following Honda Philippines, Inc. on Facebook and Instagram (@hondaph_mc) or contacting (02)-8581-6700 to 6799, and 0917-884-6632.

Which of these Hondas will you check out at the 2023 Makina Moto Show?

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