Forza Horizon 6, releasing on May 19, 2026, is the biggest and most vertical Horizon map yet, set across Japan. Many fans have asked: Can you ride motorcycles in the game? The short answer is no—but bikes do make an interesting appearance through the engine swap system and environmental props.



Motorcycle Engine Swaps: The Main Bike Feature



While you can’t drive motorcycles, Forza Horizon 6 lets you swap motorcycle engines into certain cars, adding a fun twist to car builds.



Kei Cars Only: This feature mainly targets Kei cars, the tiny Japanese vehicles under 660cc. Examples include the Honda ACTY or Autozam AZ-1.

High Revving Power: Motorcycle engines let cars rev much higher than standard car engines, giving a unique sound and feel.

Creative Builds: You can make “Frankenstein” cars like a Toyota Sports 800 powered by a sports bike engine, perfect for collectors or fun EventLab setups.



This is the most direct way bikes influence driving in FH6, and it’s a blast for players who love tuning and experimentation.



Bikes as Static Content



Even if you can’t ride them, motorcycles appear across the game in decorative and interactive ways:



Garage Decorations: Players can place bikes as props in their garage collection. A clean white motorcycle, similar to a Yamaha R1, has been spotted in trailers.

World Props: Bikes appear parked around Tokyo and other cities, adding to the urban vibe—similar to how dirt bikes were used in FH5.

EventLab Assets: Motorbike models are available in EventLab, letting creators use them as obstacles or scenery in custom races.



These visual touches help make the Japan map feel lived-in, even without rideable bikes.



Why Are Bikes Missing?



Japan is home to famous motorcycle brands like Yamaha, Kawasaki, and Honda, so why no rideable bikes?



Specialized Physics: Forza Horizon’s engine is designed for four-wheel physics. Adding motorcycles would require simulating lean angles, rider balance, and animations—a huge development effort.

Focus on Cars: The developers prioritize cars, tuning, and licensing. Bikes would shift that focus and require extra resources.

Alternative Titles Exist: Games like RIDE 6 (Feb 2026) already serve motorcycle fans, with over 38 licensed brands. FH6 sticks to the car festival formula.

Takeaways

No rideable motorcycles in FH6, despite their presence in trailers and props.

Motorcycle engine swaps offer a fun car customization path, mainly for Kei cars.

Bikes enrich the world visually—in garages, EventLab, and urban environments.

If you love motorbikes, dedicated simulators like RIDE 6 are your go-to.



In short, bikes in Forza Horizon 6 are mostly cosmetic and experimental. But with engine swaps and EventLab creativity, they still leave a noticeable mark on Japan’s massive playground.