LiveWire S2 Del Mar vs Zero Motorcycles SR/S: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: LiveWire S2 Del Mar vs Zero Motorcycles SR/S. Compare real range, efficiency, charging time, price, rating and running costs to find the best electric vehicle for you in 2026.
Our verdict
Zero Motorcycles SR/S wins this head-to-head
It wins 3 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 1 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | S2 Del Mar | SR/S |
|---|---|---|
| Range SR/S wins | 195 km | 240 km |
| Battery SR/S wins | 10.5 kWh | 17.3 kWh |
| Efficiency S2 Del Mar wins | 5.4 kWh/100km | 7.1 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h | 0 s | 3.3 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% | ~78 min | ~0 min |
| Seats tie | 1 | 1 |
| Price S2 Del Mar wins | $15,499 | $23,995 |
| Rating SR/S wins | 4.0 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $122/yr | $160/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | S2 Del Mar | SR/S |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 10.5 kWh usable | 17.3 kWh |
| Range | 121 mi city / 60 mi highway | 240 km (city) / 160 km (highway) |
| Top speed | 103 mph | 200 km/h |
| Power | 84 hp | 110 hp |
| Torque | 194 lb-ft | — |
| Weight | 436 lb | — |
| Charging | Level 2 ~78 min | — |
| Drive | Belt | Belt drive |
| 0-100 km/h | — | 3.3 s |
| Charging (0-100%) | — | ~2.5 h (6kW) |
| Efficiency | — | 7.1 kWh/100 km |
| Seats | — | 1 |
| Cargo | — | 0 L |
LiveWire S2 Del Mar
Pros
- Lighter and cheaper
- Genuinely fun
- Premium build
- Accessible power
Cons
- Highway range is short
- Limited fast-charging
- Expensive per mile
- Sparse dealer network
Zero Motorcycles SR/S
Pros
- Superbike performance
- Fast home charging
- Excellent range
- Refined electronics
Cons
- Expensive
- Highway range drops
- Thin dealer network
- No standard fast-DC
Frequently asked questions
Is the Zero Motorcycles SR/S really better than LiveWire S2 Del Mar?
Our verdict is based on real specs: range, battery, efficiency, acceleration, charging speed, seats, price and rating. The winner wins the majority of those categories, but the right choice depends on your budget, driving style and priorities.
Which has more range, LiveWire S2 Del Mar or Zero Motorcycles SR/S?
195 km vs 240 km respectively, before factoring in weather and driving conditions.
Which is cheaper to run?
Based on official efficiency and a typical $0.15/kWh tariff at 15,000 km per year, running costs are estimated at $122/yr for the LiveWire S2 Del Mar and $160/yr for the Zero Motorcycles SR/S.
Should I compare more models?
Yes - add both models to our interactive comparator to see every spec side by side, or use the Which EV quiz to find more models that fit your budget and lifestyle.
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