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Harley-Davidson has revealed a little more information about the production version of its upcoming electric LiveWire at the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan, Italy.

The bike on display at the show sports the same modern sporty design of the concept, with a trellis frame, mono-shock rear suspension and a low-slung electric motor painted silver to draw attention to it.

Power and range still haven’t been announced, but the LiveWire will be compatible with Level 3 DC fast chargers, which should be able to recharge its battery pack in just a few minutes.

The bike rides on adjustable Showa shock absorbers and uses Brembo front brakes. It has a digital instrument cluster and seven drive modes to modify its performance, with four fixed settings and three that are customizable. Harley-Davidson did not detail what characteristics they affect, but the motorcycle does feature traction control and anti-lock brakes.

And while most electric vehicles strive to be as silent as possible, Harley-Davidson has reconfirmed that the belt-driven LiveWire will have a signature sound. It won’t be very loud, or the “potato-potato” that its famous twins are known for, but “a tone that increases in pitch and volume with speed.”

Here’s a taste:

Full specifications and pricing for the LiveWire are expected to be announced in January. Harley-Davidson plans to follow it up with a line of smaller electric motorcycles. https://www.foxnews.com/auto/harley-dav ... otorcycles
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"...have a signature sound."

I just want them so badly to make that sound from the _South Park_ episode...

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I can't help it. I am sure the new electric Harley is a fine machine but the comment about the sound made me think of this "News release" from about a decade ago:

Harley Davidson News - Must Read Item
HARLEY TO ABANDON MAKING MOTORCYCLES
Due to a higher volume of sales of clothing, accessories, and other Harley paraphernalia, and coupled with tight financial times that put a further squeeze on overpriced, underperforming machinery, Harley Davidson has partnered with Proptronics to produce a specialty motorcycle called "Stylin' Iron."

Proptronics is the company famous making fake appliances that are used in model homes for purposes of show only. In a brilliant management decision, Harley Davidson decided to face the fact that the only reason most people buy their equipment is indeed as a fashion accessory. By building a prop motorcycle, costs can be dramatically cut.

The new Stylin' Iron will have the look and feel of a real Harley motorcycle and even comes equipped with a recorded potato-potato synthesizer, smoky air pump to simulate exhaust, and even an adjustable rate oil leak. The bike is priced at under $1,200 and is available immediately.

Sales are expected to soar as the new model will allow Harley enthusiasts to spend more money on leather, hats, sunglasses and jewelry due to no longer having to be concerned about keeping the machinery in actual running and riding condition.

The expected surge in accessory sales has prompted the Milwaukee company to begin talks with the American clothing designer K Mart to help supply genuine Harley Davidson clothing and K-Mart will feature the new Stylin' Irons in their sporting goods department.

A spokesman for Harley Davidson commented "We expect Stylin' Iron to be a huge success and relieve the company of having to deal with complaints from the minority of customers who understand motorcycling, and can turn full time attention to the fashion conscious customers who buy our product to function equally as well as the rest of the Harley Davidson line of motorcycles, in a fashion sense. Some of our engineers who have tested the new machine claim it actually performs just as well on the road also, given a suitable downhill grade and tailwind."
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Hard to believe,....but I think I'm speechless :IDTS: :IDTS: :-? :-? :orange :orange
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Are you sure that is not from "The Onion"?
Sidecar Bob wrote:I can't help it. I am sure the new electric Harley is a fine machine but the comment about the sound made me think of this "News release" from about a decade ago:

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HARLEY TO ABANDON MAKING MOTORCYCLES
Due to a higher volume of sales of clothing, accessories, and other Harley paraphernalia, and coupled with tight financial times that put a further squeeze on overpriced, underperforming machinery, Harley Davidson has partnered with Proptronics to produce a specialty motorcycle called "Stylin' Iron."

Proptronics is the company famous making fake appliances that are used in model homes for purposes of show only. In a brilliant management decision, Harley Davidson decided to face the fact that the only reason most people buy their equipment is indeed as a fashion accessory. By building a prop motorcycle, costs can be dramatically cut.

The new Stylin' Iron will have the look and feel of a real Harley motorcycle and even comes equipped with a recorded potato-potato synthesizer, smoky air pump to simulate exhaust, and even an adjustable rate oil leak. The bike is priced at under $1,200 and is available immediately.

Sales are expected to soar as the new model will allow Harley enthusiasts to spend more money on leather, hats, sunglasses and jewelry due to no longer having to be concerned about keeping the machinery in actual running and riding condition.

The expected surge in accessory sales has prompted the Milwaukee company to begin talks with the American clothing designer K Mart to help supply genuine Harley Davidson clothing and K-Mart will feature the new Stylin' Irons in their sporting goods department.

A spokesman for Harley Davidson commented "We expect Stylin' Iron to be a huge success and relieve the company of having to deal with complaints from the minority of customers who understand motorcycling, and can turn full time attention to the fashion conscious customers who buy our product to function equally as well as the rest of the Harley Davidson line of motorcycles, in a fashion sense. Some of our engineers who have tested the new machine claim it actually performs just as well on the road also, given a suitable downhill grade and tailwind."
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Now that is hilarious; even if it was from some spoof written about the company.

Clearly though HD realizes that their core of grey beards have a limited shelf life going forward. It is time to appeal to a younger generation who doesn't care about potato.. potato sounds.
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flyin900 wrote:Now that is hilarious; even if it was from some spoof written about the company.

Clearly though HD realizes that their core of grey beards have a limited shelf life going forward. It is time to appeal to a younger generation who doesn't care about potato.. potato sounds.
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rcmatt007 wrote:Are you sure that is not from "The Onion"?
Maybe. Someone sent it to me at least 10 years ago and its been in a folder of stuff like that since.
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Sidecar Bob wrote:I can't help it. I am sure the new electric Harley is a fine machine but the comment about the sound made me think of this "News release" from about a decade ago:

Harley Davidson News - Must Read Item
HARLEY TO ABANDON MAKING MOTORCYCLES ......"
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The Harley Faithful will all have to get new patches & stickers that read:
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Sidecar Bob wrote:The Harley Faithful will all have to get new patches & stickers that read:
LOUD STEREOS SAVE LIVES
Price revealed!!!!!!!!!! OUCH

https://www.foxnews.com/auto/electric-h ... d-at-29799
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