Harley Davidson LiveWire Motor Cycle

Malibu1 · 06-22-2014, 04:50 PM

I heard on the Radio that Harley is introducing an Electric Sport Type Motor Cycle. I am a little surprised that Harley would go this route but I am also thinking that would be cool.

I test drove a Tesla and was blown away by its performance. I hope Harley and other companies can do the same with bikes.

Does anyone have info on the LiveWire? I have been looking on some bike forums but do not find much info on it.

Chihuahua · 06-22-2014, 05:05 PM

My dad mentioned something about it too, first I had heard of it. It's about time they do something to enter the 21st century. the baby boomer generation isn't going to be buying motorcycles for too much longer, and I can't think of anyone I know in my age bracket or younger that would even think about buying an HD. I know I wouldn't.

Sylon · 06-22-2014, 05:47 PM

While it obviously doesn't have that signature sound, I think it sounds pretty cool and 'futuristic'. Do all electric bikes sound like that? And besides that, it looks incredible.

Malibu1 · 06-22-2014, 05:50 PM

That thing sounds sweet! I want one!

Chihuahua · 06-23-2014, 06:52 AM

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That thing sounds sweet! I want one!

I agree. Sounds awesome. Looks very Ducati Monster-ish too. I can't believe I'm saying this, but I like a motorcycle made by Harley-Davidson.

Freon · 06-23-2014, 10:42 AM

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While it obviously doesn't have that signature sound, I think it sounds pretty cool and 'futuristic'. Do all electric bikes sound like that?

I think the sound is largely "artificial." That is, they purposely make the bike create more noise than the motor and drivetrain would on their own. I don't believe they're using speakers or anything, just adding unnecessarily noisy parts.

A dead silent bike would be dangerous.

Slops · 06-23-2014, 10:48 AM

i've heard some electric scooters that sound pretty cool ... I doubt speakers are making that noise.

son_of_siggy · 06-23-2014, 12:47 PM

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A dead silent bike would be dangerous.

I think there have a been a number of studies, some large scale and recently, that counter the myth that loud pipes save lives. Assuming that's true, I don't see how a silent bike would be any more dangerous to the rider. If anything, it might allow them to be more aware of their surroundings.

Malibu1 · 06-23-2014, 08:29 PM

I think the sounds is from cut gears or a cogged belt somewhere in the drive system.

Efthreeoh · 06-25-2014, 10:02 PM

BMW should license it for the i-Brand: iMoto

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