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Zero Ds vs Harley-davidson Livewire

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Zero Ds vs Harley-davidson Livewire. Zero Ds: 46 hp (34 kW) — note: peak power; varies by year (2022 ZF7.2 model) hp, 169 kg (curb weight) — note: varies by battery pack size and model year weight, top speed 137 km/h (85 mph) — note: varies by model year and configuration, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Harley-davidson Livewire: 105 hp @ N/A rpm (electric motor, instant torque delivery — no traditional RPM power peak) hp, 251 kg (curb weight) weight, top speed 177 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Zero Ds Harley-davidson Livewire
Horsepower (hp)
46 hp
105 hp
Torque (Nm)
106 Nm
116 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
137 km/h
177 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
169 kg
251 kg
Type
Electric
Electric
Horsepower
46 hp (34 kW) — note: peak power; varies by year (2022 ZF7.2 model)
105 hp @ N/A rpm (electric motor, instant torque delivery — no traditional RPM power peak)
Torque
106 Nm from 0 rpm — note: electric motor delivers peak torque instantly; varies by year
116 Nm @ N/A rpm (available from 0 rpm)
Top Speed
137 km/h (85 mph) — note: varies by model year and configuration
177 km/h
Weight
169 kg (curb weight) — note: varies by battery pack size and model year
251 kg (curb weight)
Fuel
Equivalent to approximately 1.5–2.5 kWh/100km (no fuel; estimated ~150–200 Wh/mile in real-world use)
~6.0 km/kWh equivalent (EPA-rated range approximately 235 km city / 152 km highway on a full charge)
Fairing
No
No

Individual Reviews

Zero Ds
Zero Ds
7.5/10

"Smart urban buy if range limitations genuinely don't bother you."

Pros
+Zero maintenance drivetrain
+Savage instant torque
+Strong used depreciation value
Cons
Real-world range disappoints
Battery degradation risk
Slow charging without upgrade
Harley-davidson Livewire
Harley-davidson Livewire
7.5/10

"A flawed but genuinely exciting machine worth buying at the right price."

Pros
+Brutal, immediate torque delivery
+Surprisingly competent chassis dynamics
+Premium build quality throughout
Cons
Real-world range disappoints
Dealer knowledge often lacking
Heavy for urban maneuvering

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Engine Oil for zero ds
Engine Oil
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H-D Genuine 20W-40 Synthetic Electric Vehicle Fluid
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Oil Filter
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LiveWire Transmission/Gearcase Filter
Oil Filter
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Air Filter for zero ds
Air Filter
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LiveWire Air Filter
Air Filter
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Spark Plugs for zero ds
Spark Plugs
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Spark Plugs
N/A - Electric Motor, No Spark Plugs
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Helmet
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Riding Gloves
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