Throughout the year of 2026, the Honda Ride Red Demo Days program invites riders to visit Honda dealerships to try out models from six categories, including touring, sport-touring, adventure, dual-sport, cruiser, and sport.
Rider staff and contributors work hard to provide in-depth and honest reviews of Honda motorcycles and all other major manufacturers, but nothing beats getting into the saddle yourself to experience a new model first-hand. These demo events will bring that opportunity to many riders across the country.
Two trucks will haul a dedicated demo fleet to 50 dealerships throughout the year, with the first stop being at RideNow Peoria in Peoria, Arizona, April 3-4. Other events scheduled in April include stops in Tuscon, Arizona; Albuquerque, New Mexico; and Littleton, Colorado. During the stops, riders will get a close-to-home opportunity to experience these models, and some dealerships will also offer food, activities, and give-aways during the event.
While the list of available models is subject to change, the current demo-fleet lineup includes the following models from six categories:
- Touring: Gold Wing
- Sport Touring: NT1100
- Adventure: Africa Twin, Transalp, NX500
- Dual Sport: CRF450RL, CRF300L Rally
- Cruiser: Rebel 1100, Rebel 300 E-Clutch
- Sport & Standard: CBR1000RR, CB1000 Hornet SP, CB750 Hornet, CBR650R E-Clutch, CB650R E-Clutch, CBR500R, CB500R, CB300R
See all of Rider’s Honda motorcycle reviews here
“As any rider knows, the best way to understand a motorcycle is from behind the handlebars,” said Colin Miller, manager of experiential marketing at American Honda. “With the support of our amazing dealer network, Ride Red Demo Days give customers a convenient, fun, hands-on opportunity to experience the performance, comfort, and technology of Honda’s extensive lineup of two-wheel on-road models in real-world conditions, helping them discover the bike that truly fits their riding style and needs.”
Honda Ride Red Demo Days events will continue to be added to the Honda Events Page, so check back often to find an event near you.
Can you tell me when Honda demo will be available in California?
The Ride Red Demo Days calendar is available here: https://powersports.honda.com/events
The first demo days in California are:
May 30, AMA Pro Motocross Round 1, Fox Raceway, Pala, CA
June 6, AMA Pro Motocross Round 2, Prairie City SVRA (Hangtown), Rancho Cordova, CA
The Ride Red Demo Days calendar https://powersports.honda.com/events
doesn’t show any additional dates. Maybe Honda will add additional dates at some point.
when in georgia
I enjoyed the review of the Honda 750 Hornet. Sylvia is 5’6″ tall, but what is her inseam? Those of us who are “vertically challenged” would find that number helpful.
Are there any demo days in fl? Also ga.
Demo days for which African twin . Looking for DCT-ES
Give NA the Cafe racers, we want Less plastic more Retro!