Custom E-Harley LiveWire from JvB-Moto
Just rummaged in the archive: In 2019 we delivered the first driving report for LiveWire. It is now really time for a well-known remodel to venture on the E-Harley. Jens vom Brauck is the brave one who now presents his interpretation of LiveWire called Silent Alarm, which is a commissioned work by Harley-Davidson.
The Cologne customizer is not a die-hard electric motorcycle fan, but LiveWire has done it to him: “Electric motorcycles will certainly not save the world on their own and I can understand the arguments of the opponents of electric drives. I think the subject is very complicated and we are far from the perfect solution. All I know is that this bike is a lot of fun. “
Not a work of art, but for the street
Like all JVB motorcycle designs, the LiveWire is meant to be ridden. “My motorcycle is not a work of art or an exhibit, it is built to be driven.” An electric motorcycle also has to be rideable and practicable, being different and looking different is not enough, according to JvB-Moto.
During his LiveWire conversion, Jens vom Brauck mainly concentrated on the body. Among other things, he donated a new “fuel tank” made of fiberglass to his conversion. Carbon fiber was out of the question for Jens: “Carbon fiber that comes into contact with high-voltage cables may not be the best idea.”
Additional lights on the battery pack
The rear seat unit, the front fender and the dainty air inlets under the dummy tank are also new. The light alloy rims were provided with carbon fiber covers, and Jens replaced the standard headlight cover with the mini windshield with a simple gondola and an LED headlight. The headlight is complemented by a pair of carbon-cased Blaze auxiliary headlights installed on either side of the battery pack.
Footrests and handlebars come from LSL. The latter is equipped with Performance Machine handles and a Pro Brake lever. In terms of the chassis, there is also an upgrade: The shock absorber comes from the former Moto 2 Team Sport Evolution, which now produces high-end chassis according to customer requirements.
Silent alarm as a small series
Jens vom Brauck says about the design of his conversion: “I think in order to reach serious motorcyclists you have to develop a serious motorcycle design, and not distract you with a futuristic plastic look and hubless wheels. A design that appeals to the passionate motorcyclist, and at the same time looks fresh and special . “
Except for the JvB-Moto front fender, all parts for the LiveWire have been completely redeveloped. There will be no parts or kits from this project, but a small series with exclusively built machines, so the information from JvB-Moto.
Conclusion
The conversion just looks good. And at first glance, it’s not even necessarily clear why. After a closer look, however, it becomes clear that Jens vom Brauck has skilfully combined classic lines and proportions with modern forms. The result was a “clean, minimalist café racer style, but with a comfortable seating position”, as Jens puts it so nicely.
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