Honda Motocompacto Review

By
Dave Nichols
and
March 10, 2025
3
min
Looking for a cool way to get around? Throw your leg over Honda's Motocompacto. It's a tech-forward briefcase that turns into an efficient e-Bike!
A Honda Motocompacto on the walkway near a beach
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Two-Wheeled Transformer


It’s compact, lightweight, is extremely agile, and costs under a grand. It can zip through traffic and cruise around town with the greatest of ease. We’re talking about Honda’s Motocompacto, a briefcase that transforms into a brilliant e-Bike in just minutes. Its tight turning radius makes navigating crowded sidewalks or tight corners a breeze.

person riding a Honda Motocompacto

Honda's E-Bike

Ride this e-Bike to work and carry it inside. It only weighs 41 pounds, so it is no hassle to take with you inside a cafe, office, or classroom. You don’t have to worry about finding parking or leaving it outside to get stolen.

The Motocompacto app adds additional value. It’s got all the info you need at your fingertips. You can check your battery health, estimate how far you can go with the battery you have left, and even track your ride stats. You can ride 12 miles on a charge, and it only takes 3.5 hours to fully recharge.

Honda Motocompacto in storage mode bieng unloaded from a vehicle

As for performance, this zippy scooter will take you from zero to 15 mph in just seven seconds. That’s darned quick for something this compact. We found this clever cycle to be remarkable smooth, responsive, and a blast to ride. Whether you're on a smooth road or a slightly bumpy sidewalk, it’s got that perfect balance of speed and stability.

When it comes to customizing your Motocompacto to make it your own, Honda thought of everything. Its sides make the perfect canvas for stickers, skins, even branding to give your ride a little attitude.

We discovered that the Motocompacto isn’t just about getting from point A to point B. It’s also a great conversation starter. After riding this thing around town for a few hours we were gathering crowds everywhere we went. Whether it’s the sleek design, the smooth ride, or the fact that it’s a sustainable way to move around, it really stands out.

Honda's Motocompacto is designed for the future of clean transportation. It’s electric, so you’re cutting down on emissions while you’re getting where you need to go. That’s a win-win in anyone’s book. MSRP starts at $995 and is available at Honda dealerships.

Wanna learn more about about Honda's e-bike? Check out our video review below and our guide on all the things to consider when purchasing an e-Bike.