Author Topic: Project Live Wire - Electric Harley Davidson merged threadfest (Read 79576 times)

Guzzi-Guy · « **on:** September 03, 2013, 06:45:05 AM »

It was revealed!! http://www.gizmag.com/harley-davidson-500cc-learner-bike-electric/28903/?utm_source=Gizmag+Subscribers&utm_campaign=9a3eea9c88-UA-2235360-4&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_65b67362bd-9a3eea9c88-89865682

SRX6 · « **Reply #1 on:** June 18, 2014, 04:17:58 PM »

http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news-new-bikes/electric-harley-production-bike/25156.html

*added context to subject line -R59

rocker59 · « **Reply #2 on:** June 18, 2014, 04:25:22 PM »

Awesome looking bike. It's been hitting all the forums today.

I hope it's real... ;-T

Wayne Orwig · « **Reply #3 on:** June 18, 2014, 04:38:52 PM »

How many watts does the audio system need to make the typical flatulence noise.

~;

RayB · « **Reply #4 on:** June 18, 2014, 04:44:43 PM »

Nah the noise will be a "green" design...playing cards on the spokes

Unkept · « **Reply #5 on:** June 18, 2014, 04:49:40 PM »

Looks like it might be true... Harley just released this teaser, with a date for tomorrow.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7u9DTfE14M

INNNNNteresting...

-Joe

kckershovel · « **Reply #6 on:** June 18, 2014, 04:52:23 PM »

Kinda looks like a Griso. Good for Harley. I hope they make it and I hope it's the best electric bike on the market. I don't think it's ugly as I do with most electric bike concepts.

kckershovel · « **Reply #7 on:** June 18, 2014, 05:01:19 PM »

Look here is the chopper version being tested

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDTzljq-uxM

bad Chad · « **Reply #8 on:** June 18, 2014, 05:05:08 PM »

I confident electric bikes are a building force. In 10 years I wouldn't be surprised to see electric bikes making up 20% or more of the new bike market.

190 Octane · « **Reply #9 on:** June 18, 2014, 05:08:44 PM »

Looks pretty good, neat concept. Harley might have the production force to make something like this affordable.

Wouldn't mind seeing it with a V-rod engine or warmed up version of their 750cc liquid cooled engine.

Lannis · « **Reply #10 on:** June 18, 2014, 05:17:13 PM »

I don't have any interesting comments.

Lannis (yes, I know ... "so no change there, then ... :D )

guzzidoo · « **Reply #11 on:** June 18, 2014, 10:08:35 PM »

Electric bikes - a great idea for riders with a set commute length. Useless for a typical long distance Guzzi rider. Let the flames begin!

Moto Fugazzi · « **Reply #12 on:** June 18, 2014, 10:32:19 PM »

Will it leak voltage instead of oil?
And it needs one of these: http://www.soundracer.se/?p=98
Ken

guzzidoo · « **Reply #13 on:** June 18, 2014, 10:37:47 PM »

Can't be a real Harley if it doesn't emit loud wet fart sounds!

Sasquatch Jim · « **Reply #14 on:** June 18, 2014, 11:06:30 PM »

Shocking, just shocking. Will it have a solid state music device that goes, "potato potato potato," when you ride it?
Will it be able to properly roar when you blip the throttle at stoplights?

Penderic · « **Reply #15 on:** June 19, 2014, 05:42:22 AM »

Lot more ~~pics~~ renderings here: http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/harley-davidson-livewire-photos/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AsphaltandRubber+%28Asphalt+%26+Rubber%29

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #16 on:** June 19, 2014, 06:51:21 AM »

Lots of production looking parts on it..

RayB · « **Reply #17 on:** June 19, 2014, 07:02:04 AM »

Now the local bars will need to install charging stations for meeting the needs of "rides".

AJ Huff · « **Reply #18 on:** June 19, 2014, 07:08:54 AM »

Count me in as one who would want that. ;-T

-AJ

Joe A. · « **Reply #19 on:** June 19, 2014, 07:28:09 AM »

Here's the announcement:

http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/harley-davidson-introduces-electric-motorcycle-24207699

rocker59 · « **Reply #20 on:** June 19, 2014, 07:50:15 AM »

The article claims 130 mile range. That's pretty impressive!

edit: Other articles are claiming 53 mile range. That would make a big difference!

Still, great looking concept from HD !!!

Hahnda · « **Reply #21 on:** June 19, 2014, 07:59:25 AM »

Livewire Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6F8O5A__Ds

Joe A. · « **Reply #22 on:** June 19, 2014, 08:00:07 AM »

If electrics are going to take off, a market leader like HD provides one helluva boost! Glad to see this is happening.

GenghisTron132 · « **Reply #23 on:** June 19, 2014, 08:20:52 AM »

I must say that I am far from a harley fan but this is one good looking bike. I also like that a major mfg is trying out something that is a relatively new idea/ market. H-D will hopefully bring more attention to electric bikes therefore the demand for more efficient/ longer range and more powerful bikes will come about. I seen a article about this bike this morning over on the selvage yard. http://selvedgeyard.com/2014/06/19/harley-davidsons-innovative-bike-reveal-the-project-livewire-experience-tour/

nunzio · « **Reply #24 on:** June 19, 2014, 08:28:55 AM »

Electric is the future of motorcycling..... no doubt!!

Antietam Classic Cycle · « **Reply #25 on:** June 19, 2014, 08:46:38 AM »

Quote from: guzzidoo on June 18, 2014, 10:08:35 PM

Electric bikes - a great idea for riders with a set commute length. Useless for a typical long distance Guzzi rider. Let the flames begin!

:+1 ;-T

LowRyter · « **Reply #26 on:** June 19, 2014, 09:23:39 AM »

I wonder where Harley acquired this technology? One of the local guys purchased a Zero and rode it dinner on Tuesday. I have to wonder if the guts of this thing came from Zero.

I like the cafe styling, very clean. Would be kewl if a new XLCR was based on this look.

steven c · « **Reply #27 on:** June 19, 2014, 10:28:44 AM »

I like it. But Harley didn't know how to sell Buells, and they made noise. But good for them for being the first major brand to enter the electric world.

Joe A. · « **Reply #28 on:** June 19, 2014, 11:27:02 AM »

Insider report and pics here:

http://www.sport-touring.net/forums/index.php?topic=93474.new;boardseen#new

charlie b · « **Reply #29 on:** June 19, 2014, 11:57:54 AM »

I think I saw that an electric bike set a new lap record at IOM too.

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Author Topic: Project Live Wire - Electric Harley Davidson merged threadfest (Read 79576 times)

190 Octane

Penderic

Joe A.

Joe A.

GenghisTron132

nunzio

Joe A.