Serial 1 Cycle has released four models today with
Harley-Davidson's recently launched e-bike brand Serial 1 Cycle reveals new details about its upcoming battery-powered two-wheeler lineup. The first four models will be available in the United States and Germany starting in spring 2021. They are all pedal-powered urban bicycles, equipped with mid-drive motors, integrated batteries, and the design style is also a feature of Harley-Davidson.
The Milwaukee-based company launched its first prototype in October last year and is still lingering in fear: a stunning black-framed mid-step car with all-white tires and leather trim. But that bicycle is just used as a "styling tester" to find the feeling. It will not be put into production, at least it will not be put into production immediately. The bikes to be put into production are announced today. Four electric bicycles of
were released, with starting prices ranging from 3399 yuan to 4999 yuan.
will have four electric bicycles on sale, with prices ranging from 3399 yuan to 4999 yuan. The series names of the four bikes are Mosh/Cty and Rush/Cty, which come in three variants (Step-Thru, Speed and Normal). Each model is equipped with a motor that can continuously generate 250W of power, with a maximum speed of 32 km/h - except for the Rush/Cty Speed that can be faster. If that's still not fast enough, check out the LiveWire, the electric motorcycle of Harley-Davidson (up to 153 km/h). Are these
cost-effective? After all, I haven't ridden it before, so it's hard to say whether it's worth it. But when combining the specifications and component lists of each bike, it seems like these carefully crafted machines are definitely worthy of careful study. They are certainly more expensive than popular brands such as VanMoof, Rad Power Bikes, Sondors, etc., let alone domestic brands. The Harley-Davidson badge itself has inherent value among some customers.
At first glance, the new product line looks almost the same as the three prototypes Harley-Davidson showed off at the 2019 EICMA Motorcycle Show in Milan.
mid-drive motor is produced by Brose, a German electric bicycle parts company with a history of 110 years. When meshed, the motor will output 90 Newton-meters and 60 feet-pounds of torque, which is enough to climb most hills and speed along any straights. Like other major e-bike suppliers, Brose motors offer four power levels: eco, tour, sports and boost. And the Enviolo Automatiq automatic shifting transmission will definitely make you ride very smoothly. There will also be an app for
electric bikes. Owners can pair it with their bike via Bluetooth for rider data and other undisclosed features. The app will be unveiled in the spring.
Harley-Davidson is not a joke.
The production versions of these bikes include all the features and technologies on the Serial 1 Tribute prototype, and feature a more modern styling and finish. A Harley-Davidson spokesman said Harley-Davidson may eventually produce some Tribute bikes for giveaways or special sales.
Three of them are American Class 1 electric bicycles, which means there is only foot-stepping assistance, no accelerator pedals, and a maximum speed of 32 kilometers per hour. Each model will be equipped with integrated front and rear lighting, integrated frame lithium-ion batteries, and maintenance-free Gates carbon belt drive. This won’t be the first bike to use belt and chain transmission, but in the United States there are few bikes using this technology.
Overall, these seem to be professionally made electric bikes with nearly 120 years of brand name engraved on the chain stand and the iconic shield logo on the front. Harley-Davidson is not messing around here.
Below are the top price for each bicycle series.
MOSH/CTY
Harley-Davidson describes the single-speed Mosh/Cty as the "ultimate city recreation bike". This model will have a 529Wh battery, which should provide an estimated range of 56-169 kilometers for the bike depending on your power level. Since these bikes are pedal assists, the available range will vary greatly depending on the riding mode you choose and the level of pedal assist you provide. The Mosh/Cty will be the lightest model in the series, weighing just 22 kg, and it will pack a Brose S Mag brushless internal motor between the pedal cranks.
frame has matte black and glossy blue or black embellishments, made of aluminum hydride and internal wiring. The brakes are Tektro hydraulic, dual-piston caliper disc brakes on the front and rear wheels. There are no fenders or shelves, and the tires are 27.5 x 2.8-inch Schwalbe Super Moto-X. Mosh/Cty is the purest bike model, with neither gear shifters nor digital displays.
"It's fast, flexible, and is the absolute tear." The company said.
price: $3,399 (22,446.66 RMB)
RUSH/CTY
Rush/Cty is a "complex commuter car", Harley-Davidson said. It has a larger battery (706Wh) than the Mosh/Cty, but the range is not much worse - 56.33-185.07 kilometers. This bike, with black and grey frames, weighs 26.7 kg. This amount is not too bad in a commuter car.
motor is 250W Brose S Mag mid-drive, and the transmission system is Enviolo Automatiq, which automatically shifts gears according to speed, rhythm and terrain. The front and rear frames provide ample storage space.
Price: $4,449 (29,380.75 RMB)
RUSH/CTY STEP-THRU
Rush/Cty Step-Thru is described as "an all-around car that can go anywhere you want". It is a low-power version of Rush/Cty. It has a lower seating frame, which is very friendly for people with knee sensitivity or other mobility difficulties. It weighs 27 kg and it comes with a 529Wh battery, which should provide the bike with a range of 48-145 km depending on the auxiliary level.
tires are Schwalbe Super Moto-X 27.5 x 2.4 inches. The biggest feature of Step-Thru is that it has built-in 620 cubic centimeters of storage space on the bottom of the down tube, which should have enough space to store a lock. Think of it as a bicycle glove box.
Price: $4,399 (29,050.56 RMB)
RUSH/CTY SPEED
Rush/Cty Speed is the only speed scooter in the United States, and its top speed can reach 45 kilometers per hour. It has a 706Wh battery, which should provide 40-185km of power to the bike depending on the auxiliary level. The bike weighs 27.6 kg and also has a storage compartment in the middle. Rush/Cty Speed is available in two coating solutions: gray-black or white-black.
Harley-Davidson said it was "the fastest way to ride in any city."
Price: $4,999 (33,012.89 RMB)
No wonder Harley-Davidson chose to jump into the electric bike market now. Since the beginning of the epidemic, sales of electric bicycles around the world have exploded. Last year, the United States imported about 270,000 electric bicycles. According to Bloomberg, the total volume this year is expected to end up between 500,000 and 600,000 vehicles.
But motorcycle giants are about to enter a very crowded market, with even large bike manufacturers such as Specialized, Trek and Giant competing with fast-growing e-bike companies such as Rad Power Bikes, Pedego and VanMoof. It will also not be the first motorcycle brand to make this transformation. Britain's Triumph Company launched its own prototype, the Trekker GT earlier this year. Ducati also launched its first electric bike last year. The
car brand has also joined the action. BMW is producing electric bikes and motorcycles. Audi is producing electric mountain bikes. Mercedes-Benz has launched an electric scooter. Ford acquires Spin, an electric scooter startup. Recently, Jeep launched a high-power electric mountain bike. Of course, there are also cases of cheating. For example, the electric bicycle brand Ariv launched by General Motors was quietly shut down in the early stages of the pandemic in May.
Harley-Davidson hopes that this time there is no wrong pit
Harley-Davidson hopes that this time there is no wrong pit. From "The Free Knight" to "Terminator 2", the motorcycle giant has occupied an indelible position in American culture. Harley has taken many detours before because he entered the wrong pit. In 1917, Harley-Davidson released the first bike, an olive green number with Paloma handlebars, which were mainly for teenage boys, trying to build customer loyalty at the youngest.
Serial 1 Cycles is different.The company said the electric bike brand “is the best effort representing both worlds. Harley-Davidson’s legendary motorcycle expertise and leadership in two-wheeled electric propulsion will create a new brand with a brand new product and customer base.”
