2020 Harley-Davidson LiveWire test ride
The LiveWire is one of the first battery-powered bikes from a major motorcycle maker and a dramatic departure for Harley-Davidson. Does it have the stuff to electrify the brand? Fox News Autos editor thew a leg over one to find out.
Harley-Davidson is going electric ... under a different name.
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The motorcycle maker is launching a standalone brand called LiveWire to sell its upcoming lineup of battery-powered bikes.
The company released a LiveWire model in 2019 under the Harley-Davidson name, but will follow it up with the first LiveWire-branded model on July 8.
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The original LiveWire model is sold as a Harley-Davidson. (Harley-Davidson)
The LiveWire motorcycles will be sold through dedicated dealerships that will initially open in California before spreading nationwide with a focus on urban markets.
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The original LiveWire is currently available at a starting price of $29,799.