Harley Davidson, the name itself evokes emotion in
most motorcyclists, the American company has now
taken it a step further with the LiveWire.
The 2020 model release is now in a US based deal-
er pre-order after the all-electric bike, a first for the
116-year-old manufacturer, was presented at the recent
Las Vegas consumer electronics show.
Harley Davidson says the LiveWire “represents the
future of Harley-Davidson, bringing high-performance
electric propulsion, evocative design, and cellular con-
nectivity to today’s rider.”
The LiveWire is the first of a new electric powered
portfolio for Harley Davidson and they say it “provides
an all new two-wheel experience” with “thrilling accel-
eration, agile handling, premium materials and finish-
es”. The LiveWire will also be released with a full suite of electronic rider aids. Possibly making the LiveWire the
safest Harley Davidson produced.
The performance of the LiveWire motorcycle will deliver an exhilarating ride for seasoned motorcyclists, while its
clutch-free design also makes the experience for new riders easier than ever. Harley-Davidson also debuted two addi-
tional, electrified future concepts that further explore the potential of urban mobility. In keeping with LiveWire, both
concepts bring Harley-Davidson’s expertise in expressive two-wheeled experiences and push boundaries in design
and technology. These motorcycles are a significant part of the More Roads to Harley-Davidson plan to accelerate
building the next generation of riders through new products in additional motorcycle segments, broader access and
a commitment to strengthen dealers globally.
“We’re at a historic juncture in the evolution of mobility, and Harley-Davidson is at the forefront,” said Matt Leva-
tich, Harley-Davidson’s President and CEO.
“Innovation that moves the body and soul has always
been at the heart of our brand, and this next chapter
in our history is about creating products and opportu-
nities for existing and aspiring riders of all ages and
walks of life.”
“Our vision for the future is all encompassing,” said
Levatich.
“For all ages, from urban professional to exurban re-
tiree, and from commute-minded to thrill-seeking, we
are creating the products and opportunities for exist-
ing and aspiring riders to feel the transformative power
of the two-wheeled riding experience. These two con-
cepts are further statements towards that our commit-
ment to lead in the electric mobility space that begins
this Autumn (northern hemisphere) with the produc-
tion 2020 LiveWire.”
The LiveWire will retail for around US$29,799. For
more information on the Harley-Davidson LiveWire
motorcycle, as well as updates on future additional
bikes, visit www.Harley-Davidson.com/Electric
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