在2025年夏天，日本車壇與動漫迷迎來一場跨界奇蹟——本田（Honda）與寶可夢官方合作推出的「故勒頓」摩托車正式亮相。這輛概念摩托車以《寶可夢 朱／紫》中登場的傳說寶可夢「故勒頓（Koraidon）」為原型，不僅外型高度還原，甚至能實際上路奔馳，成為動漫與機械工程融合的最佳象徵。

本田的「故勒頓計畫」原是一群工程師發起的內部創意案，起初只是想將遊戲中可騎乘的寶可夢實體化，結果在獲得高層支持後，集結約40位來自不同部門的工程師，共同投入為期八個月的開發。該車從外觀到動作設計皆致力於忠實還原遊戲設定。車體長約2.5公尺、重達303公斤，比例與動畫中的故勒頓極為接近。細節部分也毫不馬虎，像是臉部、眼皮、四肢等部位，都能隨著車速與行駛狀態產生變化，模擬寶可夢的動態表情，營造出既真實又奇幻的體驗感。

這台摩托車最吸引人之處，不僅是外型酷似寶可夢，而是它實際具備本田引以為傲的「Riding Assist」自平衡控制技術。這項技術源於本田機器人與智慧移動部門的研究成果，能使車輛即便在靜止或低速行駛時，也可自動保持平衡，無需側腳架支撐。這不僅增加使用便利性，也讓整體動作更接近遊戲中「神獸陪騎」的感覺。

雖然在今年3月，這輛故勒頓摩托車曾於東京青山的本田Welcome Plaza靜態展出，但真正令人興奮的是它在8月於「鈴鹿八小時耐久賽（Honda RACING Gallery）」正式進行公開動態展示。這也是它首次在賽道上行駛。雖然行駛速度僅約10至15公里，僅短短十分鐘，但已成功展現其工程技術與設計美學，更成為當天賽事的焦點之一。

從技術層面來看，這台車目前仍屬於「概念移動作品」，官方尚未透露其動力來源是否為電動或燃油引擎，顯示本次亮相主要是以展示創意與技術為主。Honda 強調，這輛摩托車的開發目的是為探索未來移動方式與娛樂體驗的融合，不在短期內量產販售。

然而，這場合作的意義遠超一輛車本身。本田希望藉由結合全球超人氣的寶可夢 IP，重新吸引年輕世代對日本製造業的關注與熱情。這不只是品牌跨界行銷，更是文化溝通與價值連結的方式。從Toyota先前推出「密勒頓」概念模型開始，到如今Honda實際造車上路，日本車廠正逐漸將動漫文化轉化為推動產業創新的能量。

「故勒頓摩托車」所象徵的，不只是童年幻想的實體化，也展現日本科技在融合創意與工程實踐上的深厚實力。若未來此類概念車能搭配更多互動科技，如AR擴增實境導航、語音控制、個人化調整等，那麼動漫與現實世界的界線將會進一步模糊，開創全新的「沉浸式移動體驗」。

總而言之，本田與寶可夢的這次合作，無疑是2025年最具話題性的科技與流行文化跨界項目之一。證明只要技術與想像力結合得當，虛構世界的美好願景，確實可以在現實中成真。

In the summer of 2025, Japan’s automotive and anime communities witnessed a remarkable cross-industry event—the official unveiling of the Koraidon motorcycle, a collaborative project between Honda and the Pokémon franchise. Inspired by the Legendary Pokémon Koraidon from Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, this concept motorcycle doesn’t just closely resemble its in-game counterpart—it can actually drive on real roads, becoming a striking symbol of the fusion between anime imagination and mechanical engineering.

Honda’s “Koraidon Project” began as an internal creative initiative launched by a group of engineers who dreamed of bringing a rideable Pokémon to life. With executive backing, the team expanded to include around 40 engineers from various departments, dedicating eight months to development. Every detail—from its visual design to its movement—was crafted to faithfully replicate the in-game version. The bike measures approximately 2.5 meters in length and weighs about 303 kilograms, closely mirroring Koraidon’s proportions from the animation. Even its face, eyelids, and limbs are animated to react dynamically to speed and movement, creating a vivid and fantastical sense of realism.

What makes this motorcycle especially impressive is not just its Pokémon-like appearance, but the fact that it integrates Honda’s signature “Riding Assist” self-balancing technology. Originally developed by Honda’s robotics and smart mobility divisions, this system allows the bike to maintain balance even when stationary or moving at low speeds—without needing a kickstand. This not only makes the vehicle more practical but also enhances the illusion of “riding a legendary beast,” just like in the game.

Although the Koraidon bike was first shown in a static display at Honda’s Welcome Plaza in Aoyama, Tokyo in March 2025, the real excitement came in August during its dynamic debut at the Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance Race (Honda RACING Gallery). This marked the first time the motorcycle was demonstrated on an actual racetrack. While the bike only ran at a modest speed of 10 to 15 km/h for about ten minutes, the showcase successfully demonstrated the engineering precision and aesthetic craftsmanship behind the project—quickly becoming one of the event’s highlights.

From a technical standpoint, the Koraidon motorcycle remains a conceptual mobility project. Honda has not disclosed whether it’s powered by an electric motor or a combustion engine, indicating that this unveiling is more about showcasing innovation and creativity than preparing for commercial release. Honda emphasized that the bike was designed to explore the convergence of future mobility and entertainment—not as a short-term consumer product.

However, the significance of this collaboration goes far beyond the vehicle itself. By partnering with a globally beloved IP like Pokémon, Honda aims to re-engage younger generations with Japan’s manufacturing industry. This is more than just cross-brand marketing—it represents a new form of cultural exchange and value-building. From Toyota’s earlier Miraidon concept model to Honda’s actual, rideable creation, Japanese automakers are increasingly turning anime culture into a catalyst for industrial innovation.

The Koraidon motorcycle is not just a childhood fantasy made real; it also showcases the depth of Japan’s ability to merge imaginative design with cutting-edge engineering. If future concept vehicles incorporate interactive technologies like AR navigation, voice control, or customizable features, the boundary between anime and reality will become even more blurred—ushering in a new era of immersive mobility experiences.

All in all, the Honda x Pokémon collaboration is undoubtedly one of 2025’s most talked-about crossovers in technology and pop culture. It proves that with the right blend of imagination and engineering, the dreams of fictional worlds can indeed come to life.