Seiko and Honda don't seem like an obvious pairing, but here we are. The two Japanese brands have teamed up to mark the 45th anniversary of the Honda Motocompo, that tiny foldable scooter from 1981 that somehow became a cult object. The result is the Seiko 5 Sports Honda Motocompo Limited Edition, reference HDB010, and it's exactly as yellow as you'd hope.
It's a limited run of 8,000 pieces globally. The watch uses Seiko's familiar 4R36 automatic movement inside a compact 36.4mm case. This isn't a flagship release or a high-complication flex. It's a fun, affordable collab piece aimed squarely at people who get the reference.
What's Actually New Here
The Seiko 5 Sports platform gets used a lot. Collaborations, sports themes, regional exclusives - Seiko squeezes a lot out of this line. But the Motocompo edition earns its keep with a specific design language rather than just a splash of color.
The dial is done in the Motocompo's signature yellow, which was the scooter's standout colorway when Honda launched it in 1981. Design details on the watch pull from the scooter itself, so you're getting references to the vehicle's bodywork and aesthetics rather than a generic co-branded product. The strap continues the theme, and the overall package is cohesive in a way that licensed collaborations sometimes aren't.
The Motocompo was designed to fold up and fit in the trunk of a Honda City. A watch inspired by it fitting on a 36.4mm wrist feels very on-brand.
The Specs
Seiko 4R36 automatic
36.4mm
HDB010
8,000 pieces
The 4R36 is a workhorse caliber. You get 41 hours of power reserve, hacking, and hand-winding. It's not the most refined movement in Seiko's catalog, but it's reliable and it keeps this watch in an accessible price bracket. No official retail price has been confirmed in the available sourcing, but given the platform and the run size, expect it to sit in the typical Seiko 5 Sports range.
Who This Is For
Be honest with yourself about what this watch is and isn't. It's not trying to be a serious tool watch or a dress piece. It's a collab edition built around nostalgia for a very specific slice of Japanese automotive and design history.
- Honda fans who want something on their wrist beyond a hat or a keyring
- Seiko collectors who track limited editions and collaboration pieces
- Anyone who appreciates compact sizing, since 36.4mm is genuinely wearable for a wide range of wrist sizes
- People who like bold color without spending serious money
- Fans of 1980s Japanese design culture broadly, not just the specific scooter
How It Stacks Up
Seiko has done plenty of collab 5 Sports watches before. The Pepsi-themed editions, various anime and pop culture tie-ins, regional releases. The Motocompo edition fits comfortably in that lineage. What separates it slightly is the tight visual focus. The yellow isn't just applied at random. It references a real, specific object with a real design history behind it.
Compared to other watches in the Seiko 5 Sports lineup, the 36.4mm case is on the smaller end. That's not a knock. Smaller cases are having a moment, and this one suits the compact, city-oriented spirit of the Motocompo itself. If you've been waiting for a Seiko 5 that doesn't swamp your wrist, this checks that box alongside the novelty factor.
The 8,000-piece limit is generous enough that you shouldn't panic-buy, but tight enough that it won't hang around forever. If the Motocompo means something to you, or you just want a sharp, cheerful automatic at a sensible price, the HDB010 makes a solid case for itself.
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