Finally the Livewire project, the electric motorbike from Harley-Davidson really materialized. First became a concept in 2014, in S...
Finally the Livewire project, the electric motorbike from Harley-Davidson really materialized.
First became a concept in 2014, in September Harley-Davidson showed a production version of Livewire.
And if listened to, there are many parts that show that this motorbike is ready to be released in 2019.
What are the interesting parts of Livewire, who are ready to break the old Harley-Davidson impression and lack technology?
Reporting from motorcyclenews.com, the production version introduced at the Harley-Davidson museum, has an attractive appearance.
First, the Livewire has a naked sports model design, the last being at the Harley-Davidson XR1200 which stopped production in 2013.
The footrest position also retreated, not in front with the typical forward control Harley-Davidson cruiser.
The shape of the rear subframe is also high, making the riding position upright and slightly bent, typical of riding a sports motorbike.
Besides that the specifications of his legs also show qualified Livewire to be invited to maneuver aggressively.
Starting from the upside-down front suspension, and the rear monoshock with the subtank from Showa, which are all adjustable.
Ring rim 17 and round tire profile are also thick with the feel of motor sport, and the front brake caliper from Brembo radial.
This shows the return of Harley-Davidson in the naked sport motorbike class, because besides Livewire, there will be a Streetfighter 975 next year.
For other specifications such as the engine, Harley-Davidson has not shown more details.
The Livewire electric engine claimed by the Harley-Davidson has more than enough power, and is channeled through the belt system.
Then Livewire uses a full digital instrument panel, with complete information and can be connected to a smartphone.
Making Livewire will be one of the most sophisticated motorbikes from Harley-Davidson, which has big plans for the next 4 years.
Naturally, big, because Harley-Davidson will introduce 21 new models, ranging from motorbike adventure to Livewire, an electric sports motorbike.
Will Livewire break the old-fashioned and minimal technology of Harley-Davidson? We'll wait later!
