Ebiker33
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I sent a DM to the MODS to make one for Serial 1
Serial 1 Announcement Discussion
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theemartymac
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Like a true Harley, it's in the garage for service...
Phyz
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Why Serial 1 instead of Harley Davidson? Seems like that would be akin to creating a Vado forum instead of a Specialized forum. Theoretically, Harley Davidson could develop other eBike lines in the future.
There are multiple models within the Vado line just like there are mulple models within the Serial 1 line.
Cyklefanatic
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Has anybody actually received a bike? I have not seen any reviews.
Ebiker33
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If you go to the Harley Davidson website there is nothing there for Ebikes, no links nothing, I even did a search for Ebikes and Serial 1 nothing comes up.
They may own it, but it's own brand and website
It needs to be added as Serial 1 (Harley Davidson)
See link to Website
Serial1
They cost over $4000. Maybe no ones bought one yet.
Phyz
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When did you look? I found this in just a couple clicks.
Serial 1 Cycle Company | Inspired by Harley-Davidson | eBicycles
Enjoy Every Ride. Inspired by the entrepreneurial vision of Harley-Davidson’s founders—and the revolutionary impact of their first motorcycle, affectionately referred to as “Serial Number One”—Serial 1 offers innovative eBicycles that make every ride an adventure.
www.harley-davidson.com
Phyz
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Seems there’s some piling on about the price. Not sure if that’s fair. Is there a similarly spec’ed Trek, Specialized, or Giant with Gates Carbon Drive and Brose, purpose-built with matching features at a price that casts the Harley Davidsons extreme outliers?
I think we’re all just a bit perpetually shocked by what’s been happening with Nike prices in general.
I think you're right. I went back and looked more closely and there's a lot of nice features. If in a few years they prove to be reliable,I would take another look.
Phyz
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If an electric motorcycle is what you’re looking for, they make a line of those, too. Otherwise, I’m not sure what you were hoping for. And I don’t think it looks that much like competitors.
Which existing eBike do you think they look like? Specifically (not “all of them”).
Mkaiju
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just my opinion. And the electric Harley is like $30,000-$40,000 and not an ebike.
When I saw Harley was making ebikes I expected something a bit more Harley inspired like the Cheetah Revi bike or the Wickedthumb ebikes. But it just looks like a regular ebike.
no big deal, just not what I would've expected from Harley. Not really worth debating as it's just my opinion.
When I saw Harley was making ebikes I expected something a bit more Harley inspired like the Cheetah Revi bike or the Wickedthumb ebikes. But it just looks like a regular ebike.
no big deal, just not what I would've expected from Harley. Not really worth debating as it's just my opinion.
Buddy Shagmore
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Mine is coming in 2 days. It has been a long wait. The delivery company, frajilepak.com, is great with communications.
PowerflyLee formerly known as CheetahLee
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I have a good friend in Grand Junction CO that ordered two. She said that they were expected shortly. Can't wait to hear from her on how they perform.
Buddy Shagmore
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Welp, it came today in a nice big box. I spent about 90 minutes putting it together, it was pretty straightforward, but I took my time, and used their video tutorial as a guide. The battery took 3.5 hours to fully charge. By then it was 10 PM.
I took it out for a brief test ride naturally. This is only my second time on an ebike, and the other one was a throttle chain drive jalopy that my neighbor has. The headlights are fantastic, as are the dual tail lights, and it even has brake lights. The Serial 1 logo lights up even without turning on the headlight, as a daytime running light. It has 4 levels of assist - eco, tour, sport, and boost, plus a "walk" mode. It tells you your speed and distance traveled. The center of gravity is very low, so it handles very well and feels light on it's feet, although my size L Rush/City step over weighs 59 lbs, with 66 ft lbs of torque. The boost mode got me up to 20 mph and was a real rush. The fenders are very light, both have a small rack built in. It is fairly quiet with the belt drive, with a little bit of motor whine that lets you know you have a little helper under you.
It is a real blast to ride! I can't wait to put some more miles on it. It is a pretty handsome unit too. Very nice fit and finish, welds are Taiwan clean on the aluminum frame, the disc brakes work great. There is a small lockable storage compartment in the frame. The bell is pretty cheap, with not much sustain, so I may upgrade that later. The seat is comfy, but I may opt for a Kinekt suspension seat post later too. I put on the front and rear reflectors, but left off the wheel reflectors, as the Schwalbe 27.5 tires have a reflective stripe. So this is my initial impression...hope someone else will add their opinions...
I took it out for a brief test ride naturally. This is only my second time on an ebike, and the other one was a throttle chain drive jalopy that my neighbor has. The headlights are fantastic, as are the dual tail lights, and it even has brake lights. The Serial 1 logo lights up even without turning on the headlight, as a daytime running light. It has 4 levels of assist - eco, tour, sport, and boost, plus a "walk" mode. It tells you your speed and distance traveled. The center of gravity is very low, so it handles very well and feels light on it's feet, although my size L Rush/City step over weighs 59 lbs, with 66 ft lbs of torque. The boost mode got me up to 20 mph and was a real rush. The fenders are very light, both have a small rack built in. It is fairly quiet with the belt drive, with a little bit of motor whine that lets you know you have a little helper under you.
It is a real blast to ride! I can't wait to put some more miles on it. It is a pretty handsome unit too. Very nice fit and finish, welds are Taiwan clean on the aluminum frame, the disc brakes work great. There is a small lockable storage compartment in the frame. The bell is pretty cheap, with not much sustain, so I may upgrade that later. The seat is comfy, but I may opt for a Kinekt suspension seat post later too. I put on the front and rear reflectors, but left off the wheel reflectors, as the Schwalbe 27.5 tires have a reflective stripe. So this is my initial impression...hope someone else will add their opinions...
Stefan Mikes
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Congrats, Buddy! I had a feeling these e-bikes were really good!
Jetsfan901
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Congrats on the new bike!!! .Post some pics...
Buddy Shagmore
Member
Unable to post pics...says file is too big.
Buddy Shagmore
Member
Disappointed that there are no water bottle bosses on the Serial 1. Is this common on e-bikes? Just because we are using less energy, doesn't mean we don't need to take a pull now and then.
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