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Harley-Davidson Livewire, it was quite a shocker when the Amercian manufacturer first rolled it out about a couple of years ago. While we'd been used to loud V-twins wedged onto large HOGs for an image for Harley in our minds, the company was silently scheming a silent revolution. We're not sure if the Livewire is moving towards achieving it goal of attracting younger audience because it doea carry a hefty price tag but we've heard from our colleagues that it is hell-a fun to ride. (Source: Bikeexif)
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There haven't been many significant modified Livewires yet since there haven't been too many around, except perhaps those used in the Long Way UP series. Now though, Jens vom Brauck's custom Livewire is making headlines for all the right reasons. Commissioned by H-D Milwaukee, the 'Silent Alarm' is a sleek restyle. (Source: Bikeexif)
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Based in Cologne, Jens is the man behind JVB-moto, one of the most acclaimed European custom shops. Jens is no blinkered electric fanboy, though. “I don’t think that electric bikes will save the world,” he says. “I understand all the discussions about eco-friendliness and range, and I think it’s complicated and not yet perfect. All I know is that the LiveWire is so much fun!” (Source: Bikeexif)
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Harley didn’t put Jens under any restrictions: they simply wanted a signature JvB-moto design. And Jens wanted the custom elements to be reproducible and road legal in Europe, because he’s planning a small production run of this bike. He’s planning a run of custom LiveWires, rather than selling kits or individual parts. (Source: Bikeexif)
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Jens has focused mostly on new bodywork, including a new ‘fuel tank.’ Unlike the other custom parts, this is fiberglass rather than carbon fiber: “Carbon touching high voltage cables might not be the best idea,” Jens observes wryly. The seat/tail unit, front fender and tiny ‘air scoops’ under the tank are new; the alloy wheels are toned down with carbon fiber covers for a stealthier vibe. (Source: Bikeexif)
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