Harley-Davidson Livewire Test Ride

[@CalmingAnxiety]

I watched another review on this bike from the States last month and they agree, its a great bike. When they produce a bike with a minimum 150 mile range I will get one. My daily commute is 104 miles (North Devon to Exeter) so I need that little extra. Cracking review though Buddy (and sub'd)

[@exeterrider]

Thanks mate, I appreciate having you here. Hopfully we will meet one day 👍🍻

[@Antimortem]

wow! just breath taking ride❤️ the best of motorcycle riding is this 👍 you said it best,

[@exeterrider]

Thankyou for your kind comment 👍🍻

[@jamesprice7470]

Glad u enjoyed the ride ER,it lives up to its name live wire.thanks for sharing.

[@exeterrider]

Yes its good fun James👍

[@EpicMotorcycleAdventures]

I'm up and down that road on a regular basis, it's great to go a bit further and head over Dartmoor. The Livewire is a good looking bike, definitely my favourite electric bike.

[@exeterrider]

Yes I like it a lot as well👍

[@dave8204]

Quite a nostalgic video for me,I remember that noise very well but with the added rattle of milk bottles in the morning. I wonder if Harley will try to patent that sound....or have Dyson beaten them to it? Looks good actually but waaaay out my price range,I'd probably get £800 for my old Bandit on a good day. I'm in Plymouth,I'd have headed up to say hello if I'd known you were in the City. A bit of a worry as well that even the dealers were short of chargers,hopefully they'll become universal for electric vehicles so you can pick one up at Halfords or wherever if you need one.

[@exeterrider]

Hi mate, will the fast chargers are a one off. This bike is fine for 100 miles, but with the bike being used all day, that's where the problem arose, so don't look into that too much. If you do 100 miles in a day, you can charge overnight on a 3pin plug and be ready to go the next day. Thanks Dave, maybe we will meet someday, but that eas a full day anyway 👍

[@KODEGREY]

That was definitely a great road for the test rides!! I like a bit of engine braking myself, not throw you over the bars strong, but kinda strong. Looks like you really enjoyed the ride though!! ( Baa Baa ) Yes I totally got that!! 🤣🤣.

[@exeterrider]

Thought you would ha! Thanks Kode

[@wsmv]

The rouble with the livewire is no matter how awesome it is, people won't take to it especially with the price tag. I loved riding it and if money was no option I would definitely have one. It's got a better ra ge than my VTR 🤣🤣

[@exeterrider]

Your right mate, it's only people who have ridden it that understand. Thanks 👍

[@RevBombUK]

That was really interesting, covered all the points Just seems very over priced for what it is, I'm sure it will appeal to some but at the current time its not i bike i would spend money on Great review as always buddy

[@exeterrider]

Yes its big money isn't it. My wife said no as well. In time it will come down to a more reasonable price point👍

[@lilynorthover8378]

That is probably the best looking electric bike I've seen so far. As most people say, great for around town but at the moment, no good for long distance or days out.

[@exeterrider]

Couldn't agree more! This is the way they will all be hopfully one day. Thanks Lilly

[@JW-ym5yb]

Here in the US I’ve never seen one on the road or in a dealership - I live outside of any major metropolitan area. I did see one in the National Motorcycle Museum though……I think that says it all for the Livewire here. Great looking bike but it should be for the price.

[@exeterrider]

Yes I've never seen one or in the wild either sadly.

[@stephenmundane]

Great video but to me its just another lifestyle accessory for people with plenty of money. For that price I'd like the ability to go more than a hundred miles in a day without having to wait around for it to charge to go home. Perhaps in a few years eh?

[@exeterrider]

Yes I get ya Stephen, I would feel the same way if I had 30k to burn.

[@flatcapcaferacer]

Not my cup of tea.....yet. Your a good one to report on this bike, hopefully you'll get a long termer.

[@NooBiker]

I'd love to have a try on one. I guess I just need to find a dealership near to me...

[@exeterrider]

I wonder if you would enjoy it. An accuired taste .

[@economicalrides]

Must be a great experience to ride one but it needs to be half the price and have twice the range to be of interest to more than a select few. 100 miles of range is not enough for most of my Sunday rides, let alone for anything else ! And the price ? Well, *cough**cough*, what have they been smoking ? Thanks for sharing ER, the electrics are definitely coming but this one isn’t going to be the game changer ! Cheers 🥃 El Otro

[@exeterrider]

Yeap it has its place but as you say for Sunday rides over 100 miles it isn't suited really. 👍

[@andyml1]

Great review and credit to Harley for committing resources to develop this bike. They have a big problem though….their customer base is old and ageing…will this improve their fortunes?…

[@exeterrider]

Yes thats true Andy. I think the Livewire was more a showcase of what they can build - Yes its not going to be in most people budget rang but it shows produce something very much cutting edge, I respect that. Thanks for your time watching.

[@andyml1]

@@exeterrider not at all…you’re very welcome….love your reviews and rides around Devon. 👍👍

[@PhilipKerry]

Great video mate but being from Devon I'm surprised you let the sheep escape 😉

[@exeterrider]

I was on camera, it wasn't easy, but I did the right thing for a change

[@dave8204]

@@exeterrider Can't beat a woolly jumper to warm you up.

[@neilmackinnon3371]

I like the idea of electric bikes, but.... they ain't there yet. I will be really interested to see what comes out of the concept bike Triumph are working on. When I can get something that is the near equivalent of my VStrom, then I will be first in the queue to test ride.

[@exeterrider]

Yes agreed, still more work to be done, but they did well on this one. I'm interested in seeing what Honda and the other Japanese brands come up with 👍🏍️🍻

[@crumblymal8479]

I actually like the look E R in a way would like to ride one but for this to work things would have to improve considerably on the infrastructure front and a 100mls is not a lot , having said that I probably only get 130 to a tank on my XJR , but filling it up is one hell of a lot quicker than an hour or eight . I think a problem they have is cost of purchase and the fact that if nobody buys because of price they simply won't get cheaper unless they can find a much cheaper battery concept .. Liked the colour tho ,👍😊

[@exeterrider]

Yes it looks even better in real life. Yes the range won't suit everyone but there is still a mass market for those who can I think. I heard Simon GTR has just put a deposit down since watching this video 😊🏍️ Of you ever get the chance to try one, it's impossible not to like it. Infastrature is growing quickly, and it's supply and demand, how many charge points do you walk by with no one charging? Thanks for your time watching 👍

[@crumblymal8479]

@@exeterrider Not a snowball in hells chance of Simon getting close to one except to put a match to it 🤣. There are charging points with nobody at them because only the wealthy few can afford them , And the ones that could prefer their Range Rovers and the like .👍

[@davidhawkins120]

Sounds like your next bike will be a Harley of some description!🙂

[@exeterrider]

Possibly, I would have a Livewire if it was 10k, I don't think I could knock the dealer down 20k though ha!

[@quinnpeaksbiker]

Really interesting video, never tried an electric so don't know what to think about it. On paper the specs are quite fun, your reaction says the same! Hopefully the price will get better over time and I can have a go! Thanks for a brilliant video 😁🖖🏼

[@exeterrider]

Electric is really enjoyable. Hope your well : )

[@johndiehardmclean23]

Hey Exeter Rider, This is the 1st Livewire test ride I've watched, as no real interest in electric 2 wheelers,well that was before watching Ewan & Charlie on them & blew me away the almost hicup free journey they done! 👍😎 Now tell me this mate...IYO What's the best looking & worst looking Motorcycles ever made? 🤔

[@exeterrider]

Hi John, is all down to the individual. Best looking. Fireblade HDstreetbob Goldwing Vfr mk2 Worst looking Honda vision BMW sportstourer I can't remember the name of. What's yours?

[@johndiehardmclean23]

@@exeterrider I'm not educated enough to say mate! 🤣👍 There's far too many nice bikes & different styles of bikes, to pick only 1 indeed! 😎 My Dad did have a new in '91 BMW K100RS & it was pretty ugly though! 👍

[@ExeterCenturion]

Really want to try out an electric bike. Very tempted by the Soco, but especially the Maeving!

[@exeterrider]

Socos are a bit flat, I have been on them all. Great for city commuting , but very much a practical buy . Yes if you get the chance ,try one. Great fun!

[@benedictusparaan3139]

Fantastic motorcycle! I test rode one about a month ago. I used to have a Harley Super Glide so I'm used to their switchgear. I wanted to get it but my body proportions or the way the bike was set up (bars rotated forward maybe?) made me stretch for the grips in a sportbike-ish stance so my neck was cranked that left my neck aching for 2 days after a 20 minute ride. That and the useless mirrors were the only negatives. I wanted to get it but my neck said no.

[@benedictusparaan3139]

Honestly, I prefer my BMW C Evolution scooter since it can go almost as far, almost as quick in a much more comfortable and easy going manner. Yet when I want to play, not many bikes can accelerate like it. I don't need to reach scary speeds. I jumped on that scooter every chance I got. Too bad a deer ended that fantastic run with that scooter.

[@exeterrider]

I can see where your coming from there 👍

[@exeterrider]

I also really liked the evo👍

[@Defender3d]

Although I'd like an electric bike at some point, my only worry is the lack of noise, and people noticing you. They aren't that good when you do have some audible noise to warn them. I do think this is the bike that will push the rest to develop more. Thoughts?

[@exeterrider]

I agree with you, but, I would also say, when do cars hear you anyway? Windows up, radio on etc. Reality is you ride much more aware that people can't hear you, then compensate for that, so it's not as bad as you may think but still a very relevent point. Thanks 👍🏍️

[@Defender3d]

@@exeterrider yes, very true. Or too engrossed in Facebook!

[@nikkihayes5411]

Decent burger and the chance to buy a tasseled jacket🍔☕😁🏍️💨

[@exeterrider]

🤣👌

[@hagestad]

ppl seem to skip the fact that with a electric engine upright sitting position is absolutely idiotic from a range/aerodynamics perspective. Its just like first cars looked the same as horse carriage.

[@exeterrider]

Yes, but there is more of a mass market for upright position, it totally makes sense to me what they have done with the livewire 👍🏍️

[@ExeterCenturion]

Sporty looker!

[@exeterrider]

👍

[@Saddlebags73]

I would like a play on one of these. Looks like a lot of fun. Crazy money though. If I were a rich man, la da dee de dee. Bah bah 🤣 I said that the other day whilst passing some sheep 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@exeterrider]

Legendary mate! Yes you would really enjoy it, and it would pop your electric cherry!

[@Saddlebags73]

@@exeterrider 🤣👍🏼

[@jamesbarrie2458]

Don't open the throttle too much, you'll reduce your range. I'll stick to my engine thanks.

[@exeterrider]

As many others will 👍thanks James

[@DefZen343]

i prefer alot of engine braking 🤓 i wonder if the brake lights blink when you slow down without the brakes though, im always worried a car will rear end me without brake lights 😆 is it a true 100miles on the highway though? i think the Zeros driven on the highway lose their range fast, 60 to 70 miles 😵 barely enough for me to get home from work with that range 😵

[@exeterrider]

Yes the range does go down on the highway as they all do. They are not for every scenario , but for general commuting they are great and hard to beat for city riding.

[@simongilbert2704]

being spied on by s73 in wooley disguise ;;

[@exeterrider]

Yeap he's like a bad smell, infact worse than that 😅

[@Thaskateguy]

"When you open this Bike up it really moves"---Did he ever get over 50 mph, or accelerate hard? Sounds like an ad for Harley.

[@exeterrider]

Of course I went over 50. Ad for Harley, no, I don't get paid for you to watch this free material, but it does cost me. If I like it, then I like it, full stop. I am on the road so it would be silly to incriminate myself. Thanks for your comment

[@russelljbriscoe]

Do you need a bike license to ride one ?

[@exeterrider]

Yes a full one for the UK🇬🇧👍🍻

[@randombanditdad3754]

Thats a lot of money for 100 mile range and lack of fast charging no thanks sooner have the h2 lol

[@exeterrider]

Fair comment mate 👍🏍️

[@jimsadler8704]

Great review on an interesting bike, ER. At present the disadvantages would be the initial purchase price and the limited range. I can't say I'm enamoured with the look of the machine either. When accelerating it sounds like the final spin on a washing machine. However electric is the future so they tell us.

[@exeterrider]

Thanks Jim, Yes its not for everyone. I think you would enjoy it though, if you ever get the chance, give one a go. Too much money, and I could work with the range but many couldn't. Thanks Jim

[@barriealfredfeatherstone7290]

Until you can charge them in a minute and travel 300 miles they are not ready for mass adoption, right now it's just an expensive toy.

[@exeterrider]

Yes but for many people they can make it work. I never have 300 mile days out myself 👍🏍️

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

Too expensive.

[@exeterrider]

Yeap, I can see why it's that price but it is too much👍

[@JohnSmith-ef8nr]

Wow that electric bike really takes the fun out of rideing, it's so awfull.

[@exeterrider]

Not at all, it takes away a bit and adds a lot. Try one John. It's just a different way of biking.