2026 Honda Models and E-Clutch
Honda has revealed its on-road motorcycle lineup for the 2026 model year. Most of the machines remain mechanically unchanged, receiving new colorways and graphics to differentiate them from previous models.
However, the CB750 Hornet naked motorcycle now comes with Honda’s E-clutch technology. The Hornet becomes the fourth E-clutch-enabled bike in Honda’s catalog.
In addition, several bikes received MSRP reductions. Here’s what to expect from Honda’s on-road motorcycles in 2026.
Gold Wing
The Honda Gold Wing range stays the same mechanically as it did last year. Not that the bikes needed much tweaking, as they’re some of the most popular touring machines for a reason.
In 2026, the base Gold Wing and its DCT version come in Matte Silver. The Gold Wing Tour/Tour DCT are available in Deep Pearl Gray, Metallic Black, or Candy Ardent Red, while the airbag-equipped Tour DCT comes in Metallic Black.
Honda has raised the Gold Wings’ prices by a few hundred dollars. This year, the bikes retail for:
- Gold Wing: $25,500
- Gold Wing DCT: $26,500
- Gold Wing Tour: $29,500
- Gold Wing Tour DCT: $30,500
- Gold Wing Tour Airbag DCT: $33,800
For a closer look on how the modern Gold Wing performs, check out our Gold Wing 50th Anniversary Tour.
CB750 Hornet E-Clutch
As mentioned above, the CB750 Hornet now sports Honda’s E-Clutch tech. This system allows riders to freely choose whether to use the clutch when shifting without turning the bike off or changing any settings.
The addition of the E-Clutch makes the 750 Hornet the first ride-by-wire motorcycle equipped with the technology. Otherwise, the bike remains unchanged from the 2025 model.
The 2026 CB750 Hornet E-Clutch is available in Matte Nightshade Blue and Black for an unchanged $7,999.
CB1000 Hornet SP
The 750 Hornet’s big brother sports an engine derived from CBR1000RR supersport bike for high performance, combined with suitably aggressive looks. The bike hasn’t been altered from the 2025 model, remaining the same in both price and performance.
The 2026 CB1000 Hornet SP comes in Matte Black Metallic for $10,999.
CB650R E-Clutch
The 2024 CB650R was the first bike to feature the E-Clutch. This year’s model is identical to the 2025 one, only receiving a more menacing black paint job.
However, Honda has given the motorcycle a welcome price drop of $700. In 2026, the CB650R E-Clutch is painted Matte Black Metallic and retails for $8,699
CBR650R E-Clutch
Like the CB650R, the 2024 CBR650R was a pioneer with E-Clutch technology. Continuing in the same vein as its sister bike, the 2026 CBR650R has swapped its previous red clothes for black (although red is still an option) and its price tag is $700 lighter.
The bike is available in Matte Black Metallic and Grand Prix Red for $9,199.
CB500 Hornet
The CB500 remains the only Hornet family member without the E-Clutch. The 2026 model sports this year’s signature dark color scheme, and its price has dropped a whopping $1,000. Overall, the price drops are part of Honda’s attempt to make the lower-end CB and CBR models more accessible.
The 2026 CB500 Hornet comes in Matte Black Metallic and carries an MSRP of $5,899.
CBR500R
The CBR500R continues its aim to be an approachable, supersport-influenced middleweight bike. The motorcycle is mechanically unchanged and even its paint scheme is unaltered. It does, however, come with the same $1,000 discount as the CB500 Hornet.
The 2026 CBR500R is painted Grand Prix Red and sells for $6,399.
NX500
The NX500 ADV motorcycle has also decreased in price by a half grand. Despite being classified as an adventure motorcycle, this bike is most at home on pavement. Brief off-road stints are doable, though.
The 2026 NX500 comes in Pearl White with an MSRP of $6,899.
CB300R
The 2026 CB300R, unchanged from its previous iteration, is Honda’s entry-level naked bike. It offers two different color schemes and remains at the same affordable price as before.
The 2026 CB300R is available in Pearl Dusk Yellow and Matte Black Metallic for $4,499.
NT1100 DCT
The 2025 NT1100 DCT was a capable tall-tourer, making for a good starting point for those getting into this bike category. This year’s model doesn’t introduce mechanical alterations to the working platform.
The 2026 NT1100 DCT sports a Gray Metallic color scheme and sells for $11,999.
For more information on the 2025 model, read our 2025 Honda NT1100 DCT review.
SCL500
Honda’s retro-style scrambler hasn’t received any updates from 2025. It remains an approachable machine with its 741cc parallel-twin engine and a cool black color scheme. The price point, unfortunately, has gone up by $200.
The 2026 Honda SCL500 is available in Matte Black Metallic for $6,999.
NC750X DCT
Unchanged, the 2026 NC750X DCT continues its predecessor model’s aim of being a versatile motorcycle. It seeks to be a good fit for both commutes to the office and weekend jaunts to the backroads. One of the machine’s highlights is the integrated front storage for your belongings.
The 2026 NC750X DCT is painted Matte Pearl White and retails for $9,499.
XR150L
Last but not least, the XR150L stands as Honda’s introductory bike to the dual-sport world. It retains its predecessors single-cylinder engine and street-legal features, although the price has crept up by $100.
The 2026 XR150L comes in white or gray for $3,399.