Scooters used to be simple. Small wheels, low power, built for short city hops and grocery runs. But that image has changed dramatically over the past decade. As more riders look for everyday practicality without giving up comfort or performance, scooters have evolved into something much more versatile.
This is where we step into the wonderful, sometimes weird, world of maxi-scooters and ADV-style scooters. These are machines that blur the line between step-through convenience and long-haul touring, and aren’t just for the city anymore. They’re capable of tackling highways, weekend getaways, and even light off-road riding, all while keeping the ease-of-use that makes scooters so popular in the first place.
Few bikes represent this shift better than Honda’s Forza 750 and X-ADV. These are probably the furthest thing from your average commuter scooter—they’re premium, tech-packed machines with the chassis and performance of bigger bikes, paired with the practicality that makes scooters so approachable. And for 2026, both models are getting a mild refresh to keep them relevant in an ever-changing market.
The X-ADV, for starters, now gets a new Mat Pearl Glare White special edition, accented with red and blue graphics inspired by Honda’s adventure bikes like the Africa Twin and Transalp. It joins the existing Graphite Black, Mat Deep Mud Gray, and Pearl Glare White in the lineup. Meanwhile, the Forza 750 adds a sleek Pearl Glare White to its palette, alongside returning colors Mat Ballistic Black Metallic and Mat Warm Ash Metallic.
Underneath, nothing really changes—and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Both models have some pretty solid underpinnings, and run Honda’s 745cc parallel-twin engine paired with a Dual Clutch Transmission. Suspension comes in the form of 41mm upside-down forks and a Pro-Link rear setup, while braking is handled by radial-mounted four-piston calipers.
But beyond performance, Honda’s also pushing sustainability. The bodywork on both bikes uses recycled and biomass-based plastics like Durabio, a plant-based material that doesn’t require paint—reducing the environmental footprint of production. It’s part of Honda’s broader push to use only sustainable materials by 2050.
There’s also a refreshed lineup of accessories, including a new passenger backrest and Akrapovic slip-on muffler for those who want to add a personal touch.
Gallery: 2026 Honda Forza 750 and X-ADV
Now, it’s worth noting that the updated versions of these bikes have been announced in Europe first, as it’s over there where maxi-scooters have become super popular for riders looking for the convenience of a scooter with the highway-munching abilities of a tourer. Meanwhile, the Forza and X-ADV were never part of Honda’s US lineup, probably because maxi-scooters haven’t quite caught on stateside.
But what do you think? Is there a place for big scooters on US roads? More importantly, would you ride a maxi-scoot like the Forza or X-ADV as your daily ride? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
