Harley-Davidson LiveWire S2 Mulholland Revealed; Claims 195km Range

Harley-Davidson has unveiled its latest electric marvel, the LiveWire S2 Mulholland, expanding the LiveWire lineup. The bike, based on the highly regarded Del Mar 'Arrow' design, ingeniously integrates the battery, motor, and electronics into one compact unit. This seamless integration not only enhances performance but also lends a striking aesthetic by harmonizing with the monocoque chassis, steering headstock, and swingarm. As a result, the ride gains agility and responsiveness, elevating the riding experience. Crafted as a cruiser-inspired motorbike, the S2 Mulholland draws attention with its allure. Riders seeking both style and functionality will find themselves drawn to its captivating specifications. According to the manufacturer, the LiveWire S2 Mulholland is now available for purchase at all U.S. and Canadian Harley-Davidson dealerships.

LiveWire S2 Mulholland: Design and Feature

The design of the S2 Mulholland effortlessly channels the essence of a vintage cruiser, showcasing a seamlessly integrated blend of features such as the low-slung seat, upswept handlebars, and a distinctive round LED headlamp. Added to its individuality, the underslung bar-end mirrors lend a unique touch, while subtle nods to the LiveWire One are evident in elements like the headlamp and turn indicators.

Delving into its specifications, the LiveWire S2 Mulholland emerges as the top offering within the brand's lineup. Upfront, riders benefit from fully adjustable suspension, while the rear monoshock offers flexibility with preload and rebound damping adjustments. Handling braking duties at the front is a single Brembo M4.32 monobloc calliper, supported by standard dual-channel ABS for enhanced safety.

With its round, 4-inch TFT instrument cluster, the S2 Mulholland seamlessly orchestrates its array of electrical components. Through Bluetooth integration, users can take advantage of voice commands and text-to-speech functionality. The bike offers two fully customizable modes, A and B, alongside four pre-set riding modes: Sport, Road, Range, and Rain. Riders can tailor various riding aids, including traction control and regenerative braking, to suit their preferences within the selected modes. While traction control can be completely disengaged, adjustments to anti-lock brakes (ABS) intervention and regenerative braking are available, but cannot be entirely deactivated.

LiveWire S2 Mulholland: Mechanical Specification

Similar to the S2 Del Mar, the LiveWire S2 Mulholland is powered by a 10.5kWh battery pack. Nevertheless, the range does vary somewhat. The S2 Mulholland states that it can go 195 km.

In comparison to the S2 Del Mar, the S2 Mulholland is 1.7 kg lighter, coming in at 196 kg (kerb). The Del Mar has 19-inch wheels up front and 17-inch wheels on the rear, while the Mulholland comes with 19/17-inch wheels. Despite having the same battery capacity, these differences may cause the range numbers to vary. While an L1 charger will take about 9.1 hours to fully charge the battery, an L2 charger will do the same in only 2 hours and 22 minutes.

While both the S2 Mulholland and the S2 Del Mar have 84bhp and 263Nm of peak torque, there are small differences in the maximum speed and acceleration times. While the Del Mar has a reported 0-96km/h sprint time of 3.0 seconds and a peak speed of 166km/h, LiveWire claims that the Mulholland can reach 159km/h, which is somewhat slower.