A Pokémon Honda Koraidon for Johann Zarco?
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- 29/07/2025 13:21
What if Johann Zarco lined up on Sunday at the start of the 8 Hours of Suzuka on a motorcycle inspired… by a legendary Pokémon?
This is not (yet) planned in Endurance or in the MotoGP World Championship, but Honda makes a significant media splash by unveiling its Koraidon, a futuristic machine modeled after the famous eponymous Pokémon from the game Pokémon Scarlet.
This spectacular creation will be showcased from August 1 to 3 during the 8 Hours of Suzuka, with a dynamic appearance on the track on Sunday, August 3 at 11:00 AM local time, kicking off the prestigious endurance race. More than just a display model, the Koraidon is a true riding motorcycle, designed to translate the shapes, postures, and abilities of the Pokémon of the same name into reality.
The result of the imagination of 40 passionate engineers from Honda’s motorcycle, power equipment, and advanced research departments, the project draws inspiration from the initiative launched in 2024 by Toyota around the Pokémon Miraidon. The slogan? “The dedication of adults brings the dreams of children to life,” a nod to the spirit of innovation that drives both Japanese brands.
A true technological feat by Honda
The Honda Koraidon takes the design and dimensions of the Pokémon as it appears in the video game. 2.5 meters of muscle and a dynamic, almost living line. Thanks to motion simulation technologies and an autonomous stabilization system, it can move upright, just like in the game, in its “Sprinting Build” mode. This is bound to make many riders dream.
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Johann Zarco, winner of the prestigious Japanese event in 2024 and defending his title this year, could only smile at the thought of riding such a futuristic creature. Of course, the Koraidon is not licensed for racing or for the road, but it perfectly embodies what excites the Japanese audience: the fusion of manga, technology, and mechanical performance.
With a bit of imagination, one could almost hear Zarco exclaiming, laughing, as he mounts this unique machine, “Charge, Koraidon!” We expect at least a photo of our champion on the beast.
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