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LiveWire Posts 267 Quarterly Sales Under NYSE Compliance Notice
LiveWire received an NYSE compliance notice after its average closing price stayed below $1 for 30 trading days. In the second quarter of 2026, it sold 267 electric motorcycles, up 386% year on year, with $9.1 million in revenue and an $18.2 million net loss. Shares rose more than threefold in two trading days from 77 cents on July 23.
Ultimate Motorcycling · 7/31/2026
2027 AJP PR7 Reworks Chassis and Intake, Priced From $13,999 in the US
The Portuguese-built 2027 AJP PR7 rally bike is beginning its US rollout. Its 600cc single and six-speed gearbox carry over, while the frame geometry, airbox, exhaust header, electrical protection, and bodywork are revised. Standard bikes use ZF Sachs suspension, the special-order Gold model gets Öhlins units, and pricing starts at $13,999 with initial deliveries through September.
Ultimate Motorcycling · 7/30/2026
63hp Electric Honda Grom Covers 108 Miles in a Real-World City Range Test
3C Mini Works tested its 63hp electric Honda Grom over repeated 18-mile commutes at roughly 35–40mph. The custom build uses a QS260 hub motor and a 72V, 135Ah battery—about 9.7kWh—and returned 108 miles with roughly 10% charge remaining. The builder believes soft drag tires and near-100°F weather limited the result and plans a retest with harder tires in cooler conditions.
RideApart · 7/28/2026
Magnum Opus Rebuilds a 1977 BMW R100/7 Air-Cooled Boxer as a Modern Cafe Racer
A 1977 BMW R100/7 built in 2020 by Magnum Opus Customs of Wilmington, North Carolina, has appeared on the auction site Bring a Trailer. BMW's emblematic air-cooled boxer has been rebuilt as a contemporary cafe racer with scrambler elements woven in. Suspension, brakes and electrics are all renewed while the styling stays timeless.
Return of the Cafe Racers · 7/27/2026
Classifying Electric Bikes by Speed: Massachusetts Weighs a New Mobility Bill
Legislators in Massachusetts are considering a new framework to organise electric mobility comprehensively. Its distinguishing feature is classifying vehicles by top speed rather than by name or appearance, covering electric bikes capable of 30 to 40 mph and above. Where each vehicle may ride would be divided by speed band, aiming at a system that can handle an ever-growing number of electric vehicles into the future.
Electrek · 7/25/2026
LiveWire Posts Growth Again in Q2, Begins Production of New S4 Honcho
Harley-Davidson's electric brand LiveWire posted solid growth again in the second quarter of 2026. The company also reportedly began production of its new S4 Honcho model, continuing to advance on both the product and business fronts as an electric-only motorcycle maker.
Nieuwsmotor · 7/24/2026
LiveWire's Q2 Revenue Jumps 55% as It Claims 76% of the US 50kW+ Electric Motorcycle Market
LiveWire Group reported Q2 2026 consolidated revenue of $9.1 million, up 55% year-over-year, on 5,490 total units sold, with a net loss of $18.2 million versus $18.8 million a year earlier. Its electric-motorcycle segment alone sold 267 units for $3.6 million in revenue, up 386% in units, and the company says it holds a 76% share of the US 50+kW on-road electric motorcycle market. LiveWire began production of its new lightweight S4 Honcho platform, with units reaching retailers this summer, and completed its acquisition of off-road specialist Dust Motorcycles in May 2026.
Business Wire · 7/23/2026
The Final Chapter of Damon Motors — Nine Years, and an Electric Sport Bike That Never Made It to Market
The Pack reports on the end of the road for Damon Motors, the Vancouver, Canada-based electric motorcycle startup. Nine years after launching with promises so bold they seemed almost impossible to deliver, the company appears to be closing down quietly, without a dramatic bankruptcy filing or farewell statement — the story of a machine that never reached production.
The Pack (EV) · 7/23/2026
Harley's LiveWire Q2 Earnings: Electric Motorcycle Sales Jump ~5x YoY to 267 Units, Losses Narrow
LiveWire, Harley-Davidson's electric motorcycle brand, has reported its Q2 2026 earnings. Electric motorcycle sales rose to 267 units, roughly five times the 55 units sold in the same period last year, with revenue expanding from $0.8 million to $3.6 million. Consolidated revenue grew 55% year-on-year to $9.1 million, and the net loss narrowed to $18.2 million from the prior year. The company plans to strengthen its off-road EV business through its recently acquired Dust Moto.
Motorcycle.com · 7/23/2026
Hero MotoCorp Writes Down Its Stake in EV Maker Zero by Around 90%, Skips Latest Funding Round
India's Hero MotoCorp has sharply written down the value of its stake in U.S. EV maker Zero Motorcycles and opted out of Zero's latest funding round. The write-down reportedly reached around 92%, reflecting the harsh investment climate surrounding electric motorcycle ventures.
RideApart · 7/22/2026
Is LiveWire on Life Support? A Warning Bell for the Slump in US Electric Motorcycle Sales
As electric motorcycle sales struggle in the United States, a new commentary questions the future of LiveWire, Harley-Davidson's electric spin-off brand. Against a backdrop where electric two-wheeler demand hasn't grown as expected, doubts are being raised over the brand's long-term sustainability.
Adventure Rider (ADVrider) · 7/20/2026
Affordable 75-mph Electric Scooter HMP Flash Arrives in the US
The HMP Flash, an affordably priced electric seated scooter capable of a top speed of 75 mph (about 121 km/h), is coming to the US market. Unlike in Europe or Asia, seated scooters have struggled to catch on in the US, and attention is on whether combining practical speed with an accessible price can shift that trend.
Electrek · 7/18/2026
US Tuner Builds Electric Honda Grom Monster With 63 HP and Over 540 Nm of Torque
According to Moto.it, a tuner in the United States has transformed the tiny Honda Grom into an extreme electric motorcycle. Wheel-measured output reportedly reaches 63 hp (about 62 bhp) and over 540 Nm of torque, giving it a power-to-weight ratio in supersport territory.
Moto.it · 7/17/2026
Fixing a Bricked First-Generation Harley LiveWire: The Reality of Electric Motorcycle Repairability
RideApart has looked at how a 2020 Harley-Davidson LiveWire became bricked — completely unresponsive — and just how difficult it is to bring back to life. Electric motorcycles with highly integrated batteries and control systems can be beyond the reach of an ordinary local repair shop once the system locks up. The piece highlights the repairability challenges lurking behind the glamour of electric performance.
RideApart · 7/15/2026
An Electrified Honda Grom With a Hub Motor Puts Out Absurd Power — A Garage-Built Passion Project
A homebuilt machine that converts the small Honda Grom to electric power and produces unbelievable output via a hub motor is generating buzz. Despite its low-slung, close-to-the-ground stance, the output is on another level entirely, and RideApart describes it as 'a love letter to garage ingenuity.' It's a machine where an individual builder pushed a balance that no production bike would dare attempt.
RideApart · 7/15/2026
US Motorcycle Market Off to a Solid Start in 2026: Up 1.8% Through April, Harley Posts Double-Digit Recovery
According to MotorcyclesData, the US motorcycle market got off to a better start than expected in 2026. Cumulative sales through April reached 169,953 units, up 1.8% year-on-year. By brand, Harley-Davidson posted a double-digit recovery at +10.1%, followed by Suzuki +11.0%, Yamaha +7.7%, and KTM +7.0%, while Honda fell -2.9% and Kawasaki -5.5%. The electric segment grew 6.9%.
Motorcycle.com · 7/15/2026
Beachman Aviator: A Retro Electric Two-Wheeler That Blurs the Line Between E-Bike and Motorcycle
The Aviator, an electric two-wheeler from US-based Beachman, is drawing attention for sitting right on the boundary between an e-bike and a fully electric motorcycle. It looks like a classic motorcycle, but where it falls on the spec sheet is "it depends." Since classification determines what license and handling requirements apply, the retro-styled machine highlights the broader categorization problem facing electric two-wheelers.
RideApart · 7/14/2026
US Startup Dorado Opens Reservations for Full-Size Electric Dirt Bike With Swappable 7.2kWh Battery
San Francisco-based electric dirt bike startup Dorado Motorsports has opened reservations for its V3 model. According to The Pack, the V3 is a full-size off-road electric motorcycle built around a swappable 7.2kWh battery, offering serious off-road capability with the flexibility of a removable pack.
The Pack (EV) · 7/12/2026
US Expands E-Mobility Safety Measures With New Reckless-Riding Reporting Tool
In response to a surge in electric motorcycles and scooters, a sheriff's office in Oregon has introduced a new system for reporting dangerous riding. The tool aims to identify problem areas before someone gets hurt. As accessible electric mobility spreads, keeping things safe and orderly is becoming a challenge in communities everywhere.
Electrek · 7/11/2026
Zero Begins Deliveries of New Electric XB and XE, Off-Road XB Priced at an Accessible $4,395
Zero Motorcycles began customer deliveries of its new electric models, the XE and XB, in July. The off-road-oriented XB starts at $4,395, while the XE is priced at $5,995 (down from its $6,495 launch price). Both feature a lightweight chassis, an approachable riding position, and faster Level 2 charging.
Bikenrider · 7/10/2026
Canada's Beachman Secures Series A Funding for Electric Motorcycles, Backed by NÜTRL Founders
Toronto-based electric motorcycle maker Beachman has secured the first tranche of its Series A funding round. The investors are Paul and Melissa Meehan, the husband-and-wife team who built NÜTRL into Canada's top-selling vodka soda before selling it to Labatt in 2020. Beachman offers the 1960s California-styled '64 and is developing a second model, the Aviator. The funds will go toward North American expansion and entry into Europe.
The Pack (EV) · 7/10/2026
2027 Suzuki RM-Z450 Unveiled — Roczen Championship Edition Gets New KYB Suspension
Suzuki has unveiled the 2027 RM-Z450 motocrosser. The update commemorates Ken Roczen's 2026 Monster Energy AMA Supercross 450SX title, featuring newly designed KYB suspension among other changes. However, the addition of an electric starter was passed over this time. It's a refined machine based on Roczen's own race bike.
Ultimate Motorcycling · 7/9/2026
A New Take on Retro Meets Electric: Beachman's '64' Electric Café Racer Redefines Urban Transport
The "Beachman '64," which fuses retro styling with electric mobility, has arrived. Wearing the look of a classic café racer, it's designed as a practical electric machine suited for city commuting and weekend getaways. It's a fresh take bridging vintage aesthetics with modern electric technology.
Return of the Cafe Racers · 7/8/2026
Ariel Rider's 'MUDD 72V': A Lightweight, Pedal-Equipped Electric Off-Roader Topping 105 km/h
US-based Ariel Rider has opened pre-orders for the MUDD 72V. Its oil-cooled hub motor puts out 3,500W (8,000W peak) and 330Nm of torque, with a top speed over 105 km/h. Running on a 72V, 39Ah (2,808Wh) battery, it offers a range of 80-120 miles. The company positions it not as an e-bike but as a "lightweight electric off-road motorcycle with pedals," intended for private land and closed courses only. Pre-order pricing is $2,799.
Electrek · 7/8/2026
Canada's Beachman Bikes Unveils "Aviator," an Electric Two-Wheeler Styled After 1960s Café Racers
Canada's Beachman Bikes has unveiled the Aviator, an electric two-wheeler inspired by 1960s British café racers. It launches in two versions: a pedal-equipped Class 2 e-bike (from $5,499) and a registration-and-license-required light motorcycle version ($5,999). A premium, 125cc-equivalent version is due to join the lineup this fall.
InsideEVs · 7/7/2026
Electric Motocrosser Stark Varg Wins X Games Best Trick Gold Medal
Patrick Evans won the gold medal in the Best Trick category at the 2026 X Games while riding the electric motocrosser "Stark Varg." The whip he pulled off during the competition has generated significant buzz.
RideApart · 7/2/2026
LiveWire Begins Production of Electric S4 Honcho, a Lightweight Street-and-Trail Machine
US-based LiveWire has begun production of its new electric motorcycle, the S4 Honcho, in Trail and Street versions. Positioned as roughly equivalent to a 125cc moped, the lightweight, affordable model is designed for both urban commuting and light off-road adventure. It's a move by the Harley-linked electric brand to broaden its lineup into a more accessible price range.
De Motos Colombia · 7/1/2026
Canada's Beachman Unveils the Electric Aviator Series — a 125cc-Equivalent Also Teased
Canadian electric motorcycle maker Beachman has unveiled its new Aviator model. It's a platform spanning from Class 2 electric-assist bicycles to highway-capable electric motorcycles. The company also revealed it plans to offer a 125cc-equivalent version within the lineup.
Electrek · 6/30/2026
Honda Eyes Forced Induction Across Its Whole Lineup, Not Just One Model — Electric Supercharger Patents
US media report that multiple patents suggest Honda may be planning to apply electric supercharger-based forced induction broadly across its motorcycle range. Rather than a single model, the patents hint at a plan to roll out forced-induction technology across the entire lineup — a next-generation approach to power that could balance output with environmental performance.
RideApart · 6/29/2026
LiveWire Unveils Electric Mini-Moto S4 Honcho, With Street and Trail Versions
Harley-Davidson-affiliated electric brand LiveWire has announced the start of production for its new S4 Honcho platform. The lineup consists of two lightweight electric mini-motos, one built for street use and one for trail riding, aimed at broadening the brand's appeal to a wider range of riders — a strategy to grow the brand's base with easy-to-ride small electric machines.
ADV Pulse · 6/25/2026
India's Hugely Popular Electric Scooter Bajaj Chetak — Can It Work in the US?
The revamped Bajaj Chetak electric scooter raises the question of whether American commuters are ready to embrace a practical electric scooter. Attention turns to how a model proven in India will be received in the North American market.
RideApart · 6/23/2026
2026 Macfox X7 Electric Bike Review: A Newcomer Brand With Vintage Moped Styling
US outlet Webbikeworld reviewed the electric bike 2026 X7 from newcomer brand Macfox. It's the latest model from the company that previously drew attention with its $999 X1S, featuring a vintage moped-style look. The review examines whether it delivers as accessible electric mobility.
Webbikeworld · 6/22/2026
Can-Am Cuts Pricing on Its Pulse Electric Naked, With 47 HP and a 3.8-Second 0-60
BRP's Can-Am has lowered the MSRP on its electric naked Pulse and dual-sport Origin. The Pulse now starts at $10,999, with its Rotax E-Power motor producing 47 hp and 53 lb-ft of torque, capable of a 0-60 mph sprint in 3.8 seconds.
Cycle World · 6/22/2026
Harley-Backed LiveWire Unveils Electric Mini Bike S4 Honcho, Priced From $4,999
Harley-Davidson's electric division LiveWire has unveiled mini bikes, the S4 Honcho Trail and S4 Honcho Street. Pricing starts at $4,999. Manufacturing is handled by partner KYMCO in Taiwan, with output said to be equivalent to a conventional 125cc-class machine. The launch will begin in select markets, with global expansion planned through 2026.
LiveWire · 6/20/2026
Premium Electric Showdown: Harley-Davidson LiveWire vs. Zero SR/S as Price War Accelerates
RevZilla compares the premium electric motorcycles LiveWire and Zero SR/S. LiveWire's S2 line is priced at $11,999 for the Del Mar/Mulholland and $12,999 for the Alpinista (with the Del Mar at a limited-time $9,999). Both brands are cutting prices, widening the pool of buyers who can afford one.
RevZilla Common Tread · 6/20/2026
Washington State Clarifies the Line Between E-Bikes and Electric Motorcycles
Washington State in the US has established a clear line between the definitions of e-bikes (electric-assist bicycles) and electric motorcycles. The vague treatment of anything as "just an e-bike" no longer applies, as the classification becomes more clearly defined.
RideApart · 6/19/2026
Volara Motorsports Acquires Electric Motorcycle Maker Monday Motorbikes, Marking Its First EV Entry
Volara Motorsports has acquired electric mobility maker Monday Motorbikes. For the company, which holds a portfolio of automotive, motorsport, and off-road brands, it marks its first move into electric motorcycles. The deal complements its existing portfolio, with the broader wave of electrification helping drive industry consolidation.
Powersports Business · 6/18/2026
Harley-Backed LiveWire Unveils Electric Mini Moto 'Honcho,' Starting at $4,999
LiveWire, Harley-Davidson's electric division, has unveiled its new electric mini moto, the "Honcho." It's the first model built on the new S4 platform, an affordable machine roughly equivalent to a 125cc-class bike. The Street version starts at $5,499, the Trail version at $4,999. It houses two removable batteries under the seat, and initial testing reportedly recorded a top speed of 53mph, a range of about 100 miles, and 0-30mph in roughly 3 seconds.
RevZilla · 6/18/2026
LiveWire Expands Its 2026 Lineup, S2 Del Mar Gets a Limited-Time Price of $9,999
Harley-affiliated electric brand LiveWire is expanding its 2026 lineup. The core S2 Del Mar and Mulholland are priced at $11,999, while the Alpinista is $12,999. The Del Mar is offered at a limited-time $9,999, and new Trail and Street configurations are also launching in 2026, broadening the reach of more accessible electric motorcycles.
Bikenrider · 6/18/2026
Is Electric Adventure Touring Realistic? The Zero DSR/X Takes On the Range Barrier
Range remains the biggest challenge for electric motorcycles. On adventure rides into remote terrain, having enough range to reliably make it back is essential. A typical gas ADV bike can travel about 200 miles and refuel in minutes — this piece examines just how far Zero's electric adventure bike, the DSR/X, can go toward challenging that conventional wisdom.
ADV Pulse · 6/15/2026