The new 2021 LiveWire Harley-Davidson Electric Bike is among those electric motorcycles that have revolutionized the electric vehicle industry. It is an ideal bike that is perfect for those riders who are looking for a new riding experience. The LiveWire is the complete package, which is specialized in delivering instant acceleration that is combined with sophisticated technology. The recent revelation PM Electric Motor and SHOWA front and rear suspension are the prominent features of the bike.
2021 LiveWire Harley-Davidson Electric Bike – Features and Price
Long Way Up
The latest chapter in the season of adventures of Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman, traversing South America on LiveWire. Join Ewan and Charley on the first-ever H-D electric motorcycle trip from South America to LA. One can watch it on Apple TV+.
Limited time Electric Vehicle Incentive
There is good news for residents of Pennsylvania, Oregon and California that if they buy a 2021 LiveWire Harley-Davidson Electric Bike, they will be eligible for a credit up to $2,500 on their federal income taxes including additional rebates.
146 Miles City Range
The new high-voltage battery of 2021 LiveWire Harley-Davidson Electric Bike delivers 146 miles of city range or 95 miles of combined stop-and-go and highway range.
Two Easy Ways to Charge
One can use the onboard Level 1 charger and power cord to connect to any standard household outlet and easily refill the tank overnight. For faster change, one can visit the public Level 3 DC Fast Charge station for 80% charge in just 40 minutes or 100% charge within an hour.
Ride Modes
The new 2021 LiveWire Harley-Davidson Electric Bike comes with seven selectable Ride Modes that electronically control the performance features of the bike and the level of Reflex Defensive Rider System (RDRS) intervention. Each Ride Mode involves a specific combination of regeneration, power, throttle response and traction control settings. The new 2021 LiveWire Harley-Davidson Electric Bike features four pre-programmed modes, road, range, sport and rain including three ride modes for the rider to customize according to his preferences.
H-D Revelation powertrain
The permanent magnet electric motor can deliver 100 percent of its rated torque instantly and that’s the reason for the LiveWire bike’s incredible acceleration. It is located under the battery to lower the center of gravity for better handling.
Reflex Defensive Rider System
The new 2021 LiveWire Harley-Davidson Electric Bike comes with the latest collection of technologies that offers confidence and control in less-than-ideal situations. The system uses advanced chassis control, electronic brake control and powertrain technology to help the rider accelerate and braking in a straight line or during the turn.
Harley-Davidson Connect Service
The Harley-Davidson connects the rider with his LiveWire motorcycle with the help of a smartphone using the latest version of the Harley-Davidson app. One can check his bike’s vitals including battery charge status and get tamper alerts and stolen-vehicle tracking and more.
2021 LiveWire Harley-Davidson Electric Bike – Technical Specifications
Dimension
| Length | 84.1 inches |
| Seat Height, Laden | 30 inches |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 inches |
| Rake | 24.5 |
| Trail | 4.3 inches |
| Wheelbase | 58.7 inches |
| Tires, Front Specification | 120/70 ZR17 58W |
| Tires, Rear Specification | 180/55 ZR17 73W |
| Tire, Type | H-D®/Michelin® Scorcher® “Sport” |
| Weight, In Running Order | 549 lb. |
Electric Motor
| Motor | Revelation® |
Power System & Charging
| High-Voltage Battery | 15.5 kWh Rechargeable Energy Storage System (RESS) |
| Level 1 Compatible | 13 miles for each hour of charging |
| Level 2 Compatible | same rate as level 1 |
| DC Fast Charge (DCFC) | 0-80% in 40 minutes. 0-100% in 60 minutes. |
Range
| City | 146 miles |
| Combined stop-and-go | 95 miles |
Performance
| Electric Motor Torque | 86 ft-lb |
| Horsepower | 105 HP / x78 kW |
| Lean Angle, Right (deg.) | 45 |
| Lean Angle, Left (deg.) | 45 |
Chassis
| Front Fork | SHOWA® SFF-BP® (Separate Function front Fork-Big Piston) |
| Rear Shocks | SHOWA® BFRC™ (Balanced Free Rear Cushion-lite) mono-shock rear suspension |
| Wheels, Front Type | Black, Split 5-Spoke Cast Aluminum |
| Wheels, Rear Type | Black, Split 5-Spoke Cast Aluminum |
| Brakes, Type | Brembo® Monoblock Front Brakes |
| Brakes, Caliper Type | Dual 4-piston monoblock radial-mount front, dual-piston rear |
Electric
| Lights (as per country regulation), Indicator Lamps | High beam, turn signals, ABS, traction control, EV fault |
| Gauges | 4.3” WQVGA 480×272 TFT Color Display with Ambient Light Sensor, nine warning lights, Real-Time Clock and Integrated Bluetooth Connectivity to a Smartphone to provide infotainment features including turn-by-turn navigation, telephone, music, and voice recognition. |
Infotainment
| H-D™ Connect Service | Supported |
| Type | WQVGA TFT Color Display |
| Screen Size | 4.3 in (109 mm) Touchscreen |
| Languages | Voice Recognition Languages: Phone functions only |
| Standard | Voice Recognition Languages: Tuner/Media/Navigation |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Bluetooth & LTE Connectivity | Phone/media supported |
Pricing
| Vivid Black | $29,799 |
| Color | $30,149 |
| ABS Option | Standard Cornering ABS |
| Reflex™ Defensive Rider System (RDRS) | Standard |
| Security Option | Standard |
| Cruise Control Option | Standard |
| Premium Radio Option | Standard |
| Freight | $390 |
| Surcharge | $200 |
Conclusion
So, those Harley-Davidson riders who want to go eco-friendly should buy the new 2021 LiveWire Harley-Davidson Electric Bike and enjoy their ride. The motorcycle offers good mileage in both city and highways. Additionally, one can plug in the bike at night and start the next day with a full tank. Furthermore, the rider can connect the motorcycle with his smartphone to keep himself up-to-date with several features of LiveWire.
