Price Development: EUR 19,990 to EUR 12,290—the Flat-Track Electric Bike Enters the Middleweight Price Class

The S2 Del Mar was introduced in Europe in September 2023 at EUR 19,990, a price that placed it in the upper middleweight category and effectively ruled it out for many buyers. At the 2026 Mama Tried Motorcycle Show, LiveWire cut the price to EUR 12,290, matching the S2 Mulholland and undercutting the S2 Alpinista by EUR 990. That is a reduction of EUR 7,700, or 38 percent, in less than two and a half years. For the first time, the Del Mar is priced like a well-equipped middleweight combustion motorcycle—and it is now the least expensive model in the LiveWire family.

Within the current S2 range, the Del Mar and Mulholland both cost EUR 12,290, while the Alpinista is EUR 13,280. Compared with the LiveWire One at EUR 14,790, the Del Mar is EUR 2,500 less expensive. It shares the same S2 platform concept, battery capacity, and quoted torque with its S2 siblings, but produces less power than the One, 84 versus 102 hp, and does without DC fast charging.

Design and Character: Flat-Track Styling as a Mission—What 19-Inch Wheels and Dunlop DT-1 Tires Mean on the Road

The S2 Del Mar was the first and remains the most conceptually pure motorcycle on the Arrow platform. Its theme is flat-track racing. The low nose, exposed cooling fins around the faux tank, Storz-style tail, short seat, wide flat-track handlebar, and 19-inch spoke wheels reference Harley-Davidson’s dirt-track heritage. The Dunlop DT-1 tire was developed specifically for the Del Mar, with a road-adapted flat-track tread pattern.

Those large flat-track tires take some acclimatization on turn-in. Seventeen-inch sport-oriented rubber would give the Del Mar sharper road handling. The 19-inch setup looks distinctive but is not the optimum choice for aggressive street steering response. Buyers who understand that and use the Del Mar for urban riding, commuting, and relaxed backroad loops get a coherent package rather than a compromised sportbike.

Arrow Platform and Powertrain: 84 hp, 263 Nm, Structural Battery—Shared With Alpinista and Mulholland

Powertrain, battery technology, and rider-assistance systems are shared across all three S2 models. The electric motor produces 84 hp and delivers 263 Nm immediately from zero rpm. The 10.5 kWh battery, built from 21700 cylindrical cells, is a structural element linking the steering head and swingarm pivot without a conventional frame. Zero to 100 km/h takes just over three seconds. A low-maintenance toothed belt transfers power to the rear wheel. With 263 Nm, the S2 models quote more than twice the torque of the LiveWire One’s 114 Nm despite their lower peak power, creating a distinctly different acceleration character.

The Del Mar’s centrally positioned battery gives it a better-balanced feel than the One. It can be flicked into different kinds of corners with surprising ease. The Showa suspension is firmly calibrated and can initially feel slightly harsh, but its adjustment range allows the rider to improve the setup. Within the S2 family, the Del Mar is the sportiest model, with the most agile and direct character.

Electronics: DSCS, C-ABS, C-TCS—and Why Drag-Torque Control Matters Especially on an EV

The S2 Del Mar comes with a comprehensive assistance package. Cornering ABS (C-ABS) works with lean-angle data, while cornering-optimized traction control (C-TCS) limits rear-wheel slip when accelerating through a bend. Particularly relevant to an electric powertrain is DSCS, or Drag-Torque Slip Control. During regenerative braking, the motor recovers energy while simultaneously creating deceleration. If that drag torque becomes strong enough, the rear wheel can begin to lock, much like excessive engine braking on a combustion motorcycle. DSCS regulates that slip and prevents rear-wheel lock above 17 km/h, working together with ABS.

All S2 models provide six riding modes, four preconfigured and two individually adjustable. Reverse is available through reverse throttle input as part of the standard RFR software update. OTA capability allows LiveWire to add functions to motorcycles already in service. The 4-inch round TFT shows speed, charge level, and riding mode, while navigation, weather, and tire-pressure information can be accessed through the LiveWire Connect app over Bluetooth.

Charging and Range: Level 1/2 AC, No DC—181 km City, 137–138 km Combined

Like every S2 model, the Del Mar supports Level 1 charging from a household outlet, taking around 5.9 hours from 20 to 80 percent, and Level 2 charging at AC stations, where the same charge takes around 78 minutes. Maximum AC charging power is 7.6 kW. CCS2 DC fast charging is not available. LiveWire quotes 181 km of city range, slightly less than the Alpinista’s 193 km because of the different tire setup. Combined range at an average of 88 km/h is 137 to 138 km, while faster-road use reduces it to around 112 km. The first scheduled service is at 1,600 km, followed by 40,000 km intervals.

Recall Note: Certain Production Batches Affected by Possible Power Loss

LiveWire has recalled certain production batches of the S2 Del Mar and S2 Mulholland because of a possible sudden loss of power, potentially including complete motor shutdown. Prospective buyers and current owners should ask the responsible Harley-Davidson or LiveWire dealer whether the specific motorcycle is affected and whether the remedial work has already been completed. At the source’s editorial deadline, it had not been conclusively established whether MY2026 deliveries were affected.

Verdict

The S2 Del Mar is the strongest design statement in the S2 family: 19-inch flat-track wheels, exclusive Dunlop DT-1 tires, Storz-style tail, and a faux tank with cooling fins. At EUR 12,290, it is also the least expensive electric motorcycle in LiveWire’s range. Its powertrain and platform technology are shared with the Alpinista and Mulholland; the difference is the concept. The Del Mar is an urban rider and statement bike, not a tourer. Its 19-inch flat-track tire package is exactly the right tool for that mission—and the compromise everywhere else.

Quick Check

+ MY2026 price EUR 12,290: least expensive LiveWire model; down EUR 7,700, or 38 percent, from the 2023 launch price.

+ Most coherent design in the S2 family: 19-inch flat-track wheels, exclusive Dunlop DT-1 tires, Storz-style tail, and cooling-fin faux tank.

+ Structural Arrow platform: centrally positioned battery contributes to playful cornering and very good weight distribution.

+ 84 hp, 263 Nm from zero rpm; 0–100 km/h in around three seconds; low-maintenance belt drive.

+ DSCS drag-torque slip control prevents rear-wheel lock under regenerative braking, a particularly relevant safety feature on an EV.

+ C-ABS, C-TCS, and DSCS standard with Bosch sensor technology.

+ Brembo M4.32 Monobloc front + Brembo PF34 rear; precise braking and good modulation.

+ Fully adjustable Showa USD fork + adjustable Showa Free-Piston monoshock; 120 mm travel at both ends.

+ Six riding modes, four preset plus two custom; reverse standard; OTA updates.

+ 4-inch round TFT; LiveWire Connect app; Bluetooth.

+ 198 kg ready to ride: lightest S2 model.

+ Service interval: first at 1,600 km, then every 40,000 km.

+ Five-year high-voltage battery warranty with unlimited mileage.

 

– No DC fast charging or CCS2: Level 2 AC requires around 78 minutes to reach 80 percent away from home.

– 19-inch Dunlop DT-1 tires restrict turn-in agility compared with 17-inch sport tires; a compromise between flat-track styling and road dynamics.

– 838 mm seat height: highest in the S2 family and less accessible for shorter riders.

– 181 km city range, 137–138 km combined: not a long-distance travel tool.

– Recall affecting certain batches: possible sudden power loss; ask dealer about current remedial status.

– Brand uncertainty: very low global sales and service infrastructure routed through Harley-Davidson dealers.

– Major depreciation since 2023, down 38 percent, makes used-value forecasting difficult.

– No proper passenger seat as standard; more emergency perch than real two-up accommodation.

Technical Specifications: LiveWire S2 Del Mar (2026)

Platform: Arrow, S2: structural battery architecture; battery acts as a load-bearing link between steering head and swingarm pivot; no conventional frame

Motor: Permanent-magnet synchronous motor; low-maintenance toothed-belt drive

Power: 84 hp / 63 kW

Torque: 263 Nm, immediately from zero rpm

Acceleration: 0–100 km/h in approx. 3 seconds

Battery: 10.5 kWh lithium-ion; 21700 cylindrical cells; structural Arrow architecture

Level 1 Charging: 230 V AC: 20–80 percent in approx. 5.9 hours

Level 2 Charging: AC station: 20–80 percent in approx. 78 minutes; max. 7.6 kW AC charging

DC Charging: Not available; no CCS2

Range: City: 181 km; highway: 112 km; combined at 88 km/h: 137–138 km

Front Suspension: Fully adjustable Showa USD fork; 120 mm travel

Rear Suspension: Showa Free-Piston monoshock with progressive linkage; adjustable preload and rebound; 120 mm travel

Wheels: Flat-track-style spoke wheels; 19-inch front and rear as described by model concept

Tires: Dunlop DT-1, developed specifically for S2 Del Mar; 130/80-19 front; 140/80-18 rear

Front Brake: Brembo M4.32 Monobloc four-piston caliper; floating 300 mm disc; C-ABS

Rear Brake: Brembo PF34 single-piston floating caliper; fixed disc; ABS

Electronics: C-ABS; C-TCS; DSCS drag-torque slip control from 17 km/h; six riding modes, four preset plus two custom; reverse via RFR update; OTA updates

Display / Connectivity: 4-inch round TFT; LiveWire Connect app; Bluetooth with navigation, weather, and tire-pressure information

Design: Flat-track styling with low nose, faux tank with cooling fins, Storz-style tail, short seat, and wide flat-track handlebar

Weight: 198 kg, lightest S2 model

Seat Height: 838 mm, highest in S2 family and 28 mm taller than Alpinista

Maintenance: First service at 1,600 km; then every 40,000 km

Warranty: 2 years motorcycle; 5 years high-voltage battery with unlimited mileage

Recall: Certain production batches: possible power loss or motor shutdown; confirm current status with dealer

S2 Comparison: Del Mar EUR 12,290, 19/19 concept, 838 mm | Mulholland EUR 12,290, 19/17, 805 mm | Alpinista EUR 13,280, 17/17, 810 mm

German Price: EUR 12,290 MY2026; launch September 2023: EUR 19,990, down 38 percent