Introduction to S2 Del Mar Launch
LiveWire’s S2 Del Mar: Bringing Electric Bikes to the UK and Europe
LiveWire made an official announcement on October 23, 2023, detailing its plan for the S2 Del Mar electric motorcycle in the UK and three European nations. This marks LiveWire’s second electric bike, positioned as an affordable option, following its separation from Harley-Davidson in 2022.
Launch Edition and Reservation Details
S2 Del Mar Launch Edition and Reservations
Following the success of LiveWire One, the company is releasing the S2 Del Mar Launch Edition in limited numbers. Reservations for this edition will open on October 25, 2023, at 4 p.m. Central European Time, requiring a 100 Euros or 100 pounds sterling deposit.
S2 Del Mar Performance
Impressive Performance of the LiveWire S2 Del Mar
The S2 Del Mar boasts a 3.0-second 0 to 60 mph acceleration time, with 194 pound-feet of torque and a top speed of 163 kilometers per hour (101 mph). It delivers 84 peak horsepower and features an adjustable Showa suspension.
Charging Options
Charging Options for the S2 Del Mar
Unlike LiveWire One, the S2 Del Mar offers L1 and L2 charging, with no DC fast charging. The estimated charging times vary from 5.9 hours on standard household plugs to 78 minutes with L2 charging.
Delivery Schedule
Delivery Dates for the S2 Del Mar in Europe and the UK
LiveWire plans to deliver the S2 Del Mar Launch Edition to European and UK customers in Q1 2024. The regular production models will follow in the same quarter, with powertrains built in Wisconsin and assembly in Pennsylvania.
License Compatibility
LiveWire S2 Del Mar: A2 License-Friendly
A2 license holders in Europe and the UK can now enjoy the LiveWire experience with the A2 license-friendly S2 Del Mar, expanding options for motorbike enthusiasts.
Pricing and Color Choices
S2 Del Mar Pricing and Color Options
The LiveWire S2 Del Mar will launch in Nimbus Grey, Nightfall Blue, and Asphalt Black in the UK and Europe. Pricing, inclusive of value-added tax (VAT), is as follows:
- France: €18,690
- Germany: €18,490
- Netherlands: €18,790
- UK: £16,990
