Harley-Davidson's latest electric bikes are designed for commuters
American motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson opts for a lighter design as it aims to expand its audience with the release of two new all-electric bike concepts suited to the city.
Designed to cater to both the urban commute and off-road rides, both models are lightweight, agile, and feature a fully electric powertrain that offers instant acceleration.
Together with the recent launch of its electric LiveWire motorcycle, these two concepts mark a new era for the motorcycle brand, which is geared towards electrification.
"As part of the push towards a different future, these concepts explore the potential of urban mobility and two-wheeled adoption," said the company.
"Both concepts bring Harley-Davidson's expertise in expressive two-wheeled experiences and push boundaries in design and technology," it added.
Working prototypes of the bikes made their debut at the 2019 X Games in Aspen, Colorado, which took place this year from 24 to 27 January.
X Games gold medalist Jacko Strong tested a prototype of one of the concept bikes during the games. "I think [Harley-Davidson] has met at a really great place between the mountain bike and dirt bike world," he commented.
"The power is amazing. It's definitely different to a gas motorcycle ? it torqued from ground zero, so makes it much more user-friendly, and you don't have to worry about gears," added Strong. "It's just a whole lot easier and it was a whole lot of fun."
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