# Self-Balancing Motorbikes The Honda Riding Assist Technology was Shown Off at CES 2017 By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-01-09 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-riding-assist References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/honda-self-balancing-motorbike-06-01-2017/) & [youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VH60-R8MOKo) There has been ample talk regarding self-driving vehicles, but the new Honda Riding Assist technology identifies what's being done when it comes to motorbikes to make them more intuitive to ride. Unveiled at CES 2017, the Honda Riding Assist technology works to keep a motorbike upright without requiring a rider to do much when it comes to balancing. The new technology from Honda was created utilizing technology used to create the brand's ASIMO robot as well as the UNI-CUB self-balancing scooter. Details regarding when the new technology will be available on motorbikes remains unknown as the brand has unveiled it but provided no further details. The Honda Riding Assist technology would help to greatly reduce the instance of motorbike riders falling over when in motion to cut down the number of accidents that occur. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Self-balancing Motorbikes:** The Honda Riding Assist technology makes motorbikes more intuitive to ride by keeping them upright without requiring balancing. - **Intuitive Ride Technology:** The use of technology from Honda's ASIMO robot and UNI-CUB self-balancing scooter creates intuitive riding experiences for motorbike riders. - **Reducing Motorbike Accidents:** The Honda Riding Assist technology reduces accidents by preventing motorbike riders from falling over while in motion. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can explore self-balancing technology to improve the safety and ease of riding motorbikes. - **Robotic Technology:** The use of Honda's ASIMO robot and UNI-CUB technology in motorbikes opens up opportunities for advancement in the field of robotic technology. - **Transportation:** The transportation industry can benefit from implementing self-balancing motorbike technology to enhance riders' experience and safety. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Self-Balancing Stealthy Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motoroid.md) - [Self-Balancing E-Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motoroid-2.md) - [Urban Mobility Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uni-one.md) - [Robotic Movement-Interpreting Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-unione.md) - [VR Electric Mobility Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobility-wheelchair.md) - [AI-Powered Fully Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verge-motorycles.md) - [Handsfree Highway Driving Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-sensing.md) - [Hubless Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verge-ts-ultra.md) - [Autonomous High-Profile Combat Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorcycle-drone.md)