Japanese manufacturer Honda uses the prestigious Biarritz festival as a platform to launch the 2026 edition of its Hondacustoms competition. The competition highlights ten special motorcycles, all developed from their successful 750 cc twin cylinders.
Honda innovation and the ten customized motorcycles for Wheels and Waves 2026
The Wheels and Waves festival, held in Biarritz on the French Atlantic coast, has established itself as one of the most prominent motorcycling events in Europe in recent years. It stands out for an approach that deviates from traditional continental encounters, mixing customized motorcycles, surfing, skateboarding, art and music in a unique combination. This event, which began in 2012 as a gathering of enthusiasts, has evolved into a lifestyle celebration that attracts thousands of global visitors, becoming a strategic stage for brands looking to connect with a young and diverse culture.
The meeting has become an international event that attracts thousands of visitors from different parts of the world. More than a simple motorcycle exhibition, Wheels and Waves has established itself as a true celebration of a lifestyle that transcends the universe of two wheels.
Honda has a long-standing partnership with the Wheels and Waves festival. For this year’s edition, scheduled from June 10 to 14, 2026, the automaker will take advantage of the event’s visibility to launch the seventh edition of the Hondacustoms contest. The event will highlight ten customized motorcycles, created by European dealerships in collaboration with the brand’s subsidiaries in countries such as Austria, Benelux, Italy, France, Germany, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
