The WN7 marks a new chapter in electrification for Honda, blending the brand’s storied engineering with the instant-torque thrills of an EV bike. It’s Honda’s first full-size electric motorcycle, and the stripped-back and aggressive WN7 delivers up to 50kW of peak power and 100Nm of torque, performance that punches well above its weight and echoes the character of a 600cc petrol bike, yet with the instant responsiveness only an electric drivetrain can provide. Along with sharp acceleration, the lightweight, rigid chassis should deliver dynamic urban agility, too, while the 140-kilometre range should be more than enough for shore excursions.
The best toys and accessories for your superyacht
Most of the tech world may be obsessed with AI, but here we’re still very much concerned with gadgets and gizmos that will enrich your boating lives. Innovations like noise-cancelling tech that will create serene spaces on board, no matter the weather outside, or the best kind of personal sub – one built for parties and game nights under the waves. Once you go ashore, we’ve got your two-wheel transportation covered too, be it battery- or human-powered. We’ve even found something for the audiophile who has everything, because the beauty of technology is that there’s always the next must-have innovation…
First published in the April 2025 issue of BOAT International. Get this magazine sent straight to your door, or subscribe and never miss an issue.
Honda WN7 electric motorcycle
Videoworks’s L’ ANC Active Noise Control
In the pursuit of true serenity on board, Videoworks’s L’ ANC tech represents a quietly sophisticated step forward. Designed specifically for the superyacht environment, the system uses active sound-cancellation technology to counteract intrusive noise, creating calm, restorative spaces where it matters most. By generating opposing sound waves, L’ ANC forms discreet “silent bubbles” around, for example, beds and relaxation areas (up to two metres in radius), which means there’s no need for heavy soundproofing. This tech-first method results in a lighter, smarter approach to acoustic comfort – one that enhances the luxury experience while also focusing on your well-being at sea.
POA, videoworksgroup.com
Pro-Ject Flatten It
This dedicated vinyl-flattening machine features two 12-inch hot plates that precisely heat and press any precious but warped long players back into shape. It maintains even pressure and a temperature of 58 degrees Celsius, and gently irons out any costly vinyl warping. The result? Impeccably level playback for discerning audiophiles with no skips, pops or distortion. What’s more, the compact and elegantly engineered four-kilogram unit in solid aluminium should blend effortlessly with any cabin's high-end audio setups that sit alongside extensive and enviable record collections.
£749, project-audio.com
Lexon x Pantone Collection
The Lexon x Pantone Collection turns everyday tech into a celebration of colour and design. Bringing together Lexon’s clean, architectural product design and Pantone’s colour authority, the collaboration reimagines onboard essentials from Bluetooth speakers and radios to clocks and lighting. Each, as you’d imagine, is finished in precisely calibrated Pantone shades, transforming what could be merely functional gadgets into visual statements that should sit comfortably in contemporary yacht interiors. Lightweight, portable and visually composed, the collection’s take on the classic splash-proof Tykho 3 speaker is perhaps our pick of the bunch.
Speaker from £70, lexon-design.com
Freestyle Shark Classic
When it launched in California in 1981, the Shark was the world’s first “purpose-built” surf watch. The simple, easy-read display, 100-metre water resistance, bright colourways and board-leash-style straps appealed to surfers of all stripes. Sadly, as digital watches fell out of favour, the company bounced between owners until it was rescued and revived in 2017. Now, thanks to a lust for retro looks alongside a successful social-media campaign, the brand has caught something of a second wave, and is very much a hit with the cool kids of those 1980s surf bums. Our pick is the new Beach House model, but with so many variations, you’ll have a hard time not seeing one that will look good on deck when you want a break from high-end horology.
£60, freestyleusa.com
C SEED N1 Supermarine TV
Taking the title for biggest luxury TV design at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas was Samsung’s new 130-inch R95H set. However, the N1 Supermarine from C SEED trumps Samsung, comfortably coming in at a gargantuan 165 inches. What’s more, the N1 is made for superyachts, as the 4K MicroLED set features an ingenious and elegant foldable design that retracts into its base when not in use in just 45 seconds –ideal for saving space on deck. Exceptional brightness and contrast (64 billion colours!) make for crystal clear, easy viewing even in direct sunlight, plus 180-degree rotation means you can turn the screen to wherever is best suited when in use. In addition to the 165-inch, there are 137-inch and 110-inch models, too, and almost everything can be customised to make sure the TV matches onboard aesthetics.
POA, cseed.com
FliteDeck Smart Handlebars
Ideal for levelling up rides around the marina, the FliteDeck is a groundbreaking, fully integrated smart handlebar system designed for serious cyclists by a former Porsche engineer. The aerodynamic carbon-fibre bar replaces your regular bike computer with a 180mm by 70mm IP68 waterproof touchscreen that can handle GPS navigation while syncing wirelessly to your cadence sensing, powertrain, torque and fitness-monitoring gear – all without disrupting rider focus. It can even offer up crash detection and training modes. Using Wi-Fi and an e-SIM, downloads such as GPS navigation and training data can be used wirelessly and from anywhere with a phone signal, while the 20 to 30 hours of battery life should be sufficient for a few days of riding between charges.
From €2,249, flite.bike
Arivia Water Drone
If you really want to push the boat out for marina parties, Japan-based Spaceone Fukushima has created the Arivia, a water drone that aims to act like those fleets of linked airborne ones that make light sculptures in the sky. This time, however, the illuminated aquatic Arivia drones shoot out water while playing music – an idea reminiscent of the Bellagio fountains in Las Vegas. Each Arivia has a spherical top section, a cylindrical underwater section, with a floatation ring that sits in the middle. Many can be linked, but can also operate separately. Indeed, a flotilla of drones can synchronise their movements across bodies of water thanks to each Arivia’s four underwater thrusters. As well as an internal fountain pump (with a moveable nozzle), LEDs, a speaker, GPS navigation, a camera, Wi-Fi and even environmental sensors are all squeezed into each unit. Coming later this year – expect a price of around $2,500 (approx £1,870).
ariviax.com
Segway Muxi e-bike
Another 2026 CES reveal was this attractive new cargo-style e-bike from Segway. Perfect for marina missions, this compact and lightweight ride delivers electric assistance that blends seamlessly with pedalling, so, in theory, it’ll never feel like you’re riding an e-bike. The 750W motor should deliver enough acceleration for tight city streets, hill climbs and longer distance trips, too. Alongside a rear-view radar that alerts you to approaching traffic, the Muxi also uses Segway’s Intelligent Ride System, with electronic shifting, automatic lights and security features such as Apple Find My and AirLock, as well as a Lost Mode so you can disable the bike remotely. The real party trick, however, is the XIRO dropper post, which senses when you’re slowing to a stop and lowers the seat automatically. A passenger kit lets riders carry a second person. The clincher? A fold-down cupholder comes as standard. Coming in March, the Muxi costs $1,700 (approx £1,270).
segway.com
InkPoster Duna
If you’re going to do a digital frame, you may as well do it with style. This was clearly the thought process for e-reader maker PocketBook when it came to making its latest InkPoster digital frame, because it brought in none other than Pininfarina – the design house responsible for coveted Ferraris, Alfas and Maseratis (among many others) – to fashion the Duna’s Alcantara-wrapped curved frame of precision-engineered aluminium. This sits on top of an A1 size paper-like display that reproduces full-sized cinema posters and artwork using an E Ink Spectra 6 colour screen. As well as boasting a view with no cables and no reflections, Duna is capable of displaying more than 60,000 colours with no need for a backlight. Such design primping comes at a cost, however, of $6,000 (approx £4,500) per frame.
inkposter.com
