The Livewire One, which is essentially the same as the Harley-Davidson Livewire released in 2019, has undergone a few changes. It no longer bears the bar and shield branding or the bold colors. Instead, it features a dark livery with an abundance of matte black on the frame and mechanical components, and a glossy finish on the “tank” and fairing. Despite being built by the leading manufacturer of American cruisers, this bike is more of a sport bike than a typical cruiser. It has a forward-leaning seating position and minimal seating for passengers. With its quick acceleration and ample power, it feels more like a sport bike than a cruiser. For braking, it relies on Brembo, with two discs in the front and one in the rear, and a mono shock supports the rear swingarm. Inverted forks complete the front suspension.

As an electric vehicle, the Livewire One offers instant and substantial torque. It has four riding modes: street, eco, rain, and sport. Sport mode provides the most aggressive torque curve and regenerative braking, while eco mode maximizes range by toning everything down. During the test ride, there were no opportunities to fully open the throttle, but even with small bursts of power, it was evident how quickly this bike could accelerate. It can be quite intimidating. In sport mode, the regenerative braking is significantly more aggressive, which would be great on a track but rather bothersome for everyday riding. Eco mode, on the other hand, is more suited for leisurely everyday driving and offers the highest efficiency.