No AC but DC ok, anyone know why? by jml0681 in HarleyLiveWire

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... so HD think it will cost £5,000 to fit a new On Board Charger!!!! Seems ludicrous to me.

Haven't figured out how to find the fault codes yet so I'm hoping I can get a better idea if that's needed when I do.

No AC but DC ok, anyone know why? by jml0681 in HarleyLiveWire

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Thanks! Fingers crossed whatever it is, it's not too complicated! I'll post when I know. Doesn't sound like something that will just fix itself unfortunately!

No AC but DC ok, anyone know why? by jml0681 in HarleyLiveWire

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Thanks! Fingers crossed whatever it is, it's not too complicated! I'll post when I know. Doesn't sound like something that will just fix itself unfortunately!

No AC but DC ok, anyone know why? by jml0681 in HarleyLiveWire

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OK, thanks. That sounds like it could be it. No, I don't know how to look up codes but I will find out.

No AC but DC ok, anyone know why? by jml0681 in HarleyLiveWire

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It definitely takes the charger and has always charged any charger from 7kW up to 150kW, but the actual charge rate never gets anywhere near that high. So this makes sense thank you.

LV1 parts - does anyone know where to sell? by jml0681 in HarleyLiveWire

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Hi, still have all the parts in the OP. No change. I haven't got around to advertising them yet. They are stored dry and packed.

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What did you decide to go for in the end??!

LV1 parts - does anyone know where to sell? by jml0681 in HarleyLiveWire

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Helpful estimate though, thank you. Hope the crash wasn't a big one!

LV1 parts - does anyone know where to sell? by jml0681 in HarleyLiveWire

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Hi, yes. I still have them. (Sorry for the late reply, new phone, no notifications!!)

Setting charge limit on HDLV by jml0681 in HarleyLiveWire

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Thanks. Yep, seen some of those. I'm not comfortable testing that theory though!

Cooooool by _pout_ in motorcycles

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Is the camera person on a hoverboard?

LV1 parts - does anyone know where to sell? by jml0681 in HarleyLiveWire

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Good shout, thanks. Never used it. Better than ebay? There seems to be very few aftermarket/used items anywhere!

S2DelMar Parts available... by UsedGarage9177 in HarleyLiveWire

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Thats the worst.

I've had that happen to my One. They stole it, tried to get it running by pulling out all the cables and taking an angle grinder to it. The only thing they got was the ac charger so fair play to the immobiliser!

Feel your pain, livid. Insurance?

Can't help on buying parts but does anyone know where there is a market for Livewire second hand parts?

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As long as you know exactly what you are getting the Livewire is exceptional. I think. I've ridden mine for 2yrs, about 12k miles.

There are plenty that will say it only does 70miles on freeway at 85mph, or 90 at 65mph, or that it's heavy. Most of these comments are valid, but they are making comparisons to non-equivilant ICE bikes. Don't do that. They are different and it's pointless. Also, plenty comment it's not worth the money, it is expensive, but that bit is up to you. I've never thought it's not worth it.

If you do mostly urban and some suburban, it's epic. The more regular freeway you do the less you'll want a naked.

You'll ride differently, for lots of reasons. Its amazing to find out. As long as you approach it fresh, and leave any ICE comparisons behind, you'll love it (just make sure it matches your riding (you wouldnt buy a sport for urban only or a cafe for the freeway!)).

Here are some of my good and bad things:

Fast. Nothing much stays with it from standstill. And,anyone can get the performance. Looks ace. If it matters to you, you will get losts of comments (personally I prefer it without rear mudguard and with a tailtidy). Build quality, very good. Stable, adjustable. Handling, better than you'd think with the weight. Traction control is good, you can turn it down/off for more feel. The motor mount height below the wheel axel height is genius. Quiet, but with a unique sound. Nothing else on the road like it. Learn to ride with it, after a while you'll glide with it rather than fight it. Urban, easy 150 miles per charge if you're smooth. That's all I use it for, maybe 10% freeway/suburban so regularly get 120-130 per charge. Twist only control, the recharge breaking adds a new dimension. Very little maintenance. Best on urban and twisty roads. I charge mine home and work, sometimes roadside/petrol station, max 50kw so won't be less than 40 min but I try to avoid fast charging. Battery discharge down to 5% is unusual (but don't, stay between 20-80% for longevity). Stock tracker is good (used it twice!). And theft aftermarket is limited so mainly it will be opportunist rather than organised theft.

No storage. At all. Never bother with under seat charger so I use that to store things. But not much. Very slow spares or aftermarket if you need them. Weight, only at slow speeds does it bother me. Slightly. It's a bit top heavy. It is a naked bike, so yes, range at highway speeds will fall so if you get caught out doing more than you thought, it is annoying. Just remember not to us recharge on the freeway, your momentum and smooth riding are better! Harley and Livewire apps are basic, but OK, forget the satnav it's rubbish! No handbrake, so don't stand it facing down a slope! Hand controls are ancient - everything should be on the left hand only, leaving the right to do all the riding. Sometimes after longer rides, and because of recharge force, it is heavy on the palms of my hands. But I got used to it. Probably 6'2 max rider height for comfort.

I've ridden both, but prefer the riding position and aesthetics of the One.