Lightning LS-218

Lightning LS-218


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Lightning LS-218 model overview
Lightning LS-218 models include the 6 motorcycles below produced from 2016 to 2024. The 2024 Lightning LS-218 motorcycle is used as an example on this page. It has an electric engine. The category is sport.

Engine and transmission
IPM liquid cooled electric motor
Power244.0 HP (178.1 kW) @ 10500 RPM
Torque298.3 Nm (30.4 kgf-m or 220.0 ft.lbs)
Top speed350.8 km/h (218.0 mph)
Gearbox1-speed
Frame, dampers, brakes and wheels
Front dampersÖhlins FGRT inverted fork. Adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping
Rear dampersÖhlins TTX36 Shock and linkage system. Adjustment for preload, ride height, high and low speed compression and rebound.
Front tire120/70-ZR17
Rear tire190/55-ZR17
Front brakesDouble disc. Brembo radial-mount forged 4-piston calipers
Diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Brembo radial calipers
Diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
WheelsForged aluminum
Weight and dimentions
Dry weight224.5 kg (495.0 pounds)
Saddle height813 mm (32.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Other information
Comments30 mins charging on a DC fast charger. 3 battery pack options, 15-28 kWh. Range 188-335 miles. Regenerative braking. Windscreen.
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The Lightning LS-218 model variants with detailed specs:
 
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2024 Lightning LS-218
Sport category:
2024 Lightning LS-218
Colors: Red/whitePoint
Torque: 298.32 NmPoint
Dry weight: 224.53 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Designed with Record-Breaking, Racing Technology!

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2023 Lightning LS-218
Sport category:
2023 Lightning LS-218
Colors: Blue/whitePoint
Price as new: 38888 USDPoint
Torque: 227.81 NmPoint
Dry weight: 224.53 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Lightning Motorcycles manufactures the highest performing and most advanced electric motorcycles in the world. Our halo product, LS-218, pushes the boundaries of what is possible for an electric super bike.

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2019 Lightning LS-218
Sport category:
2019 Lightning LS-218
Colors: Blue/whitePoint
Torque: 227.81 NmPoint
Dry weight: 224.53 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Lightning Motorcycle has designed and produced a Sportbike sure to change the minds of anyone doubting electric motorcycle performance. The LS-218 is the fastest production motorcycle in the world – gas or electric.

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2018 Lightning LS-218
Sport category:
2018 Lightning LS-218
Colors: Blue/whitePoint
Price as new: 38888 USDPoint
Torque: 227.81 NmPoint
Dry weight: 224.53 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Our mission has been to build 2 wheel electric transportation (E2W) that has superior efficiency, performance, and affordability than current gasoline alternatives. We collaborate with numerous designers, engineers, battery manufacturers, R and D companies, and motor manufactures to bring to market world class solutions.

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2017 Lightning LS-218
Sport category:
2017 Lightning LS-218
Colors: Blue/whitePoint
Price as new: 38888 USDPoint
Torque: 227.81 NmPoint
Dry weight: 224.53 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: Turning the SportBike world upside down … with electricity.

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2016 Lightning LS-218 SuperBike
Sport category:
2016 Lightning LS-218 SuperBike
Colors: Blue/whitePoint
Price as new: 38888 USDPoint
Torque: 227.81 NmPoint
Dry weight: 224.53 kgPoint
Manufacturers profilation: The Lightning SuperBike became the world’s fastest production electric motorcycle with the SCTA official World Record of 215.960 mph and a best timed run of 218.637 mph at Bonneville during Speedweek in August. Our SuperBike also holds the world land speed record for the fastest production motorcycle, electric or otherwise.

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