Why The Livewire S2 Del Mar Could Be The Perfect City Bike!

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[biffjoesen]

The range falling of a cliff from city to open road was eye-popping.

[ChitFromChinola]

I put my reservation in on the first day. Love the innovation in this space, and this design is brilliant.

[krzysztofk]

Still way too expensive for what it is made for but it is first electric bike that realy appeals to me and if I have a bag of coins I would strongly consider to buy this model. I think it is a good direction and I can't wait to see the electric bikes market in a few years 🔥

[grahamking]

“Just charge it when you get home” you said, umm! 37% of properties in the UK don’t have a driveway. In Towns and Cities it’s even higher because of the prevalence of flats etc. So if you can’t charge at work what do you do? Abandon your bike somewhere on a street charger if you could find one? I don’t think so cos it won’t be there when you get back.

[nicerides]

I like what harley is doing with electric bikes. I can understand them having them under a different name as well. That's a nice looking bike and would make a great commuter. Only problem for me would be getting to the twisties for a blast. Pricewise it's not too bad if you consider savings in fuel and maybe less overall maintenance costs except there's a big question mark over the battery in that regard. The weight drop from the first one is quite significant too which is a huge plus.

[lenneavy]

If there is a place electric bikes can gain more popularity and become available price-wise for broader audience, it's big cities and I'm happy producers are going that way. One thing I would like to see in the specs sheet is city range in cold and warm weather, as season in climate similar to UK's could start in April and endwell into November. Price is still a problem for me but it someone can afford it, it looks like a great every day rider.

[Captain-Donut]

Incredible articulate presentation
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[jonnybegood]

-Just bought a 1290r. Like past super bikes I've owned, I'm at 95 miles to warning on reserve. I'm still waiting for that electric bike that will give me some confidence and peace of mind for when I edge out of my minimum range of roaming.

[itsvannmejia]

i would like that cool desing with a 700 cc ptwin engine

[artvertex]

Looks and specs are nice. Unfortunately, I think the price will still be a problem.

[bradleybaker]

As an urban commuter it might be just the thing for some riders. That said, the current Livewire S2 Del Mar could never be my only bike. It does not meet all my wants and needs.

[Subarusyndicate]

It’s a cool bike. I wish I could afford it because in many suburbs or cities it would be ideal to get around. The price is still just extremely high for a commuter motorcycle.

[Patiboke]

5:10 I would advise getting an electric bike with a specified range at least 3x the range you will actually use. The manifacturer posts optimistic values, you're heavy, there's wind, when it's cold or hot batteries perform less and they deteriorate when they have some miles on them.

[jaide]

My problem with electric motorcycles is that an ebike or electric scooter is much more suitable for getting around urban areas. In a well designed city a motorcycle would be far from the optimal choice.

[sonalfernando]

ICE engine vehicles already come to its peek performance over decades of development but evs are still in its beginning there is so much room to improve every aspect of an ev.

[whylie]

Is it really that slow that woolly jumpers and linen suit jackets are appropriate kit?

[CoasterRob]

It may be perceived a city bike but the fact it takes 78mins to charge makes it appear long distance travel could be possible which is why the Del Mar is 2nd alternative option to the Mulholland

[Ellisian]

everything's already been said about its functionality and price, but if i can say, it does look quite pretty! if only harley was willing to put some of these design cues into a more accessibly priced petrol bike 🙄

[linopontes]

Nothing a 125cc scooter wouldn't do... and you save yourself over 10k for a 2nd bike that is more suitable for longer distances/ faster roads.

[sonalfernando]

Why all of this negativity, electric vehicles still in experimental era when its develop over time everyone going to get benefit from it so be patient.