[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/motorcycles\/harley-davidson-electric-motorbike-to-go-on-sale-in-autumn\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/motorcycles\/harley-davidson-electric-motorbike-to-go-on-sale-in-autumn\/","headline":"Harley Davidson Electric Motorbike to Go on Sale in Autumn","name":"Harley Davidson Electric Motorbike to Go on Sale in Autumn","description":"We\u2019ve had Aston Martin announcing a \u2018drop in\u2019 electric engine replacement for their classic cars and we\u2019ve also had the Jaguar E-Type Concept Zero. Judging from the responses, this is either a great way to keep classic cars on the road amid ever more stringent emissions regulations, or is complete sacrilege; I\u2019d say it tends to swing in favour of the latter. So what will Joe Public make of the idea of an electric Harley Davidson? It shouldn\u2019t come as […]","datePublished":"2019-01-30","dateModified":"2019-02-06","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/harley-davidson-livewire-electric-motorcycle-FEAT.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/harley-davidson-livewire-electric-motorcycle-FEAT.jpg","height":519,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/motorcycles\/harley-davidson-electric-motorbike-to-go-on-sale-in-autumn\/","about":["MOTORCYCLES","NEW RELEASES"],"wordCount":634,"keywords":["aston martin","electric motorbike","harley davidson electric","harley live wire","Harley-Davidson","livewire"],"articleBody":"We\u2019ve had Aston Martin announcing a \u2018drop in\u2019 electric engine replacement for their classic cars and we\u2019ve also had the Jaguar E-Type Concept Zero. Judging from the responses, this is either a great way to keep classic cars on the road amid ever more stringent emissions regulations, or is complete sacrilege; I\u2019d say it tends to swing in favour of the latter.So what will Joe Public make of the idea of an electric Harley Davidson? It shouldn\u2019t come as a great shock to anyone that\u2019s been following the news of course, as Harley Davidson first gave us the LiveWire electric motorcycle prototype as far back as 2014. ProductionIn January 2018, Harley announced that the LiveWire would make it to full production and the LiveWire has now been revealed at CES 2019 this month following a European reveal at the Milan press conference at the EICMA Show in November 2018. The bike will retail at a price of $29,799 and is likely to be available some time in autumn this year.To be fair, the LiveWire is a sleek, modern looking machine,so less likely to offend those who see the electrification of classics as ano-no \u2013 and we\u2019ve had no announcements (yet) that Harley will be electrifyingits classics, though the company is embracing electrification with some intent.The LiveWire is a bit of a mystery as yet \u2013 all we know so far is that theelectric Harley will be able to accelerate from 0-60 in 3.5 seconds and have atop speed of around 110mph with a range of around 110 miles.  An IconHarley Davidson is a struggling company. The iconic brand is probably the first motorbike company on anybody\u2019s lips when asked to name a bike manufacturer but it is seeing sales decrease alarmingly year on year. The electric motorcycle is an attempt by Harley to bring itself back to the forefront of motorcycle design and not to be left as a relic of rose-tinted American motorcycle history. In fact, in addition to the LiveWire, the company has also announced that it will be developing a bit of a portfolio of electric two-wheelers, and two of these were revealed at the recent X-Games in Milwaukee. Both models are aimed squarely at the fun and scooter end of the market, with lower power and removable batteries. DesignOne of these is a curious \u2013 and not unattractive \u2013 hybrid between a motorbike and a high-end full suspension off-road mountain bike. All the electric Harleys so far appear to be clutch-less and operated by a throttle twist to accelerate \u2013 much like the standard scooter you might hire on holiday in southern Europe. This certainly will make the initial learning curve less steep and with that, Harley Davidson hopes to attract new customers.As you would expect with any modern vehicle, the LiveWirehas Bluetooth capability and an LCD screen. You can also connect your bike to aHarley app which enables you to receive notifications if someone knocks ormoves your bike while out of sight. The screen can display battery chargestatus as well as your music playlist.Overall, Harley Davidson expects to shift around 217-222,000units in 2019, which is a one of the lowest predictions over the past ten yearsworth of company figures. It should be noted that it\u2019s not just Harley that\u2019sgoing through a tough time of course, as the motorbike industry as a whole isgoing through a bit of a troubling period sales-wise. Harley\u2019s Chief FinancialOfficer, John Olin, has said that while they expect the industry to continue tostruggle, there is a hint that the decline may slow down in 2019. HarleyDavidson\u2019s willingness to attempt to plough new sales furrows is certainlyadmirable and worth keeping an eye on. "},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Motorcycles","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/motorcycles\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Harley Davidson Electric Motorbike to Go on Sale in Autumn","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/motorcycles\/harley-davidson-electric-motorbike-to-go-on-sale-in-autumn\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]