- Revised event format for 2026 set to open up Honda Adventure Roads to a broader audience with a series of skill-focused ‘Trail and Off-Road Tours’
- Honda’s mid-sized Transalp with Honda E-Clutch with Throttle By Wire (TBW) technology takes centre stage as the bike of choice for 2026
- Two bespoke routes throughout the summer for riders to choose from
- Continued collaboration with key partners including Honda official accessories, Enduristan, Alpinestars, and Dunlop
Honda is inviting a new wave of riders to discover their adventurous side as the brand evolves its renowned adventure program for 2026. With a focus on accessibility, skill‑building, and pure two‑wheeled discovery, the upcoming season aims to attract the adventure‑curious; those who feel the call of the trail but want a structured, confidence‑building experience before tackling long‑haul expeditions.
For 2026, Honda is shifting from its traditional epic, ultra‑endurance format to create a series of shorter, skill‑focused “Trail and Off‑Road Tours” across Europe. Designed to welcome younger riders, female riders, and anyone seeking to level up their adventure abilities, these new events offer a gateway into the adventure riding lifestyle without the route intensity of a full Honda Adventure Roads (HAR) expedition.
Whilst the format has changed for 2026, the key fundamentals that make Honda Adventure Roads unique remain, offering attendees a premium experience from start to finish with dedicated training and rider development, HRC rider presence throughout the trips, as well as luxurious accommodation, food and drink – all curated to the highest standards to give a lifetime of unforgettable moments.
2026: Accessible Adventure Across Europe
This year’s program will unfold across some of Europe’s most iconic riding regions – each offering world‑class landscapes and varied terrain perfect for developing off‑road proficiency.
- Event 1 – June: Pyrenees Barcelona to Toulouse (11-14 June 2026)
- Event 2 – September: Alps Turin to Nice (10-13 September)
Pricing for both events is just €850, for the full, comprehensive package. Riders will only need to cover personal flights and spending money. Applications to join the adventure will start on the 18th Feb at 9am GMT.
The 2026 events will follow a 3-day format, offering guided “Trail and Off‑Road Tours” designed to build practical riding skills in real adventure environments. Over an exciting three days, riders will enjoy the same premium, exclusive Honda shared experience they’ve come to expect
Each event will be limited to just 30 rider places, ensuring a supportive and personalised experience. The programme is aimed at riders who are looking to grow their adventure riding abilities, with no previous Honda Adventure Roads experience required – though unlike previous years, past HAR participants will not be prioritised for the 2026 season.
This year’s events will spotlight the Honda XL750 Transalp, equipped with the latest Honda E-Clutch with TBW technology. The mid-capacity adventure bike is the perfect partner for those riders trying Adventure riding for the first time. The Transalp is just as much at home slicing through an Alpine pass as it is kicking up dust on rough tracks. The addition of E-Clutch with TBW technology, from Honda’s DreamTech portfolio, allows riders to start, stop, and change gears without the clutch lever.
To celebrate the addition of this technology, each event will feature specific ‘DreamTech Challenges’ – a series of activities like the Technical Climb, Adventure Flow, and Low Speed Technical Course are designed to demonstrate how E-Clutch helps riders free mental capacity to focus on line choice rather than clutch modulation.
With these updates, Honda’s adventure program is expanding its reach, inviting a broader audience to step into the world of adventure riding. Whether a rider is curious, capable, or ready for the ultimate test, there has never been a better time to discover what lies beyond the open road.
And once again, to help provide a rich experience from start to finish, Honda will continue its collaboration with key partners including Honda official accessories, Enduristan, Alpinestars, and Dunlop to deliver a premium, safe, and professionally-supported adventure riding experience.
“We’re excited to showcase the capabilities of the latest XL750 Transalp, with its innovative Honda E‑Clutch and DreamTech technologies,” commented Nick Bennett, Honda Motor Europe Brand Marketing Section Manager. “Its accessibility, rideability and specification make it the perfect partner for this year’s adventures and make it highly appealing prospect to an even wider range of riders. We are also very pleased to welcome Dunlop back as the official tyre partner for another Honda Adventure Roads, following their successful debut in 2025. They join our established partners in Honda Official Accessories, Cardo, Alpinestars and Enduristan in helping us deliver unforgettable experiences for our Honda Adventure Roads riders. Each year we push ourselves to go further, and we’re confident that this year’s trip will offer riders an experience they’ll never forget.”
You can follow the progress of Honda Adventure Roads on a dedicated Instagram channel, with regular updates bringing the adventure right to your fingertips.
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NOTES FOR EDITORS
The Honda Adventure Roads story began in 2017 and will continue through 2026 and 2027. The first Honda Adventure Roads was an epic 8-day, 3,500km journey from Oslo to Nordkapp – Europe’s northernmost point – on the CRF1000L Africa Twin. The second edition in 2019 saw Africa Twin riders traverse 3,700km of South Africa’s most stunning landscapes over 12 adventure-filled days. July 2022 saw 30 riders head to Iceland to be challenged with tackling snow-capped mountains, freezing cold river crossings and harsh weather conditions. 2024 saw the adventure take place in the deserts of Morocco, taking in over 2,800km of riding through dramatic, imposing and unforgettable landscapes, whilst the most recent chapter of the unique event involved a circuitous 2,500km route that stretched from Rome across eight countries before ending in Istanbul.
More information about Honda Adventure Roads can be found here.
Previous edition videos:
Honda Adventure Roads 2017: Nordkapp
Honda Adventure Roads 2019: South Africa
Honda Adventure Roads 2022: Iceland
Honda Adventure Roads 2024: Morocco
Honda Adventure Roads 2025: Italy to Turkey
