Overview:
Lightning LS-218 is the world's fastest electric superbike that boasts a powerful motor, impressive acceleration, and a long-range battery pack. It comes with advanced features such as thermal and battery management systems, Brembo brakes, and Öhlins suspension. With a price tag of $38,888, it is a premium motorcycle that delivers a thrilling riding experience.
Price and Variants:
The Lightning LS-218 is priced at $38,888, which makes it a luxury superbike. Currently, there is no other variant available, and the bike is offered in a single configuration.
Power and Performance:
The LS-218 is powered by an IPM liquid-cooled 150kw+ 10,500 rpm electric motor that generates 244 horsepower and 220 ft-lb torque. It can go from 0 to 60 mph in less than 2 seconds, and its top speed is an impressive 350 kmph. The LS-218 has an average highway mileage of 188 miles per charge with a 380V 15kwh battery pack, which can be upgraded to a 380V 20kwh battery pack or a 28kwh Lightning-Fast charge system (LFCS) with 335 miles of range. The LS-218 also features a direct single-speed drive and a chain final drive.
Range, Charging, and Battery:
The LS-218 comes with a 380V 15kwh battery pack, which provides an average highway mileage of 188 miles per charge. It can be upgraded to a 380V 20kwh battery pack or a 28kwh Lightning-Fast charge system (LFCS) with a range of 335 miles. The LS-218 also has a Lightning Thermal Management System and a Lightning Battery Management System to maintain the health of battery cells. Charging time varies from 12 minutes to 80% with LFCS, 35 minutes to 80% with Level 3, and 120 minutes to 80% with Level 2.
Chassis and Dimension:
The LS-218 has a 7075 forged aluminum 3.5" x 17" front wheel and a 7075 forged aluminum 6.0" x 17" rear wheel with 120/70ZR17 and 190/55ZR17 tires, respectively. The bike features Öhlins FGRT inverted fork and NIX30 cartridge internals, TiN surface treatment, billet aluminum radial caliper mountings, and fully adjustable spring preload, compression, and rebound damping in the front suspension. In contrast, the rear suspension consists of a billet aluminum swingarm with linear Öhlins TTX36 Shock and linkage system, with adjustment for preload, ride height, high and low speed compression, and rebound. The LS-218 has a seat height of 32 inches and a weight of 495 lbs.
Exterior:
The LS-218 has a sleek and aerodynamic design with a carbon fiber body that looks stunning in its gloss black finish. The bike features a minimalist cockpit with a digital display that shows essential information such as speed, range, and battery level. The Brembo brakes and Öhlins suspension components are finished in gold, which adds a touch of luxury to the overall design.
Safety and Warranty:
The LS-218 comes with a dual Brembo 320mm front disc and Brembo radial-mount forged 4-piston calipers in the front brake and a single Brembo rear disc in the rear brake. It has an advanced suspension system that offers excellent handling and stability. Lightning Motorcycles provide a 2-year warranty for the LS-218.
| Make and Model |
Lightning LS-218 |
| Price |
$38,888 (approx INR 25.12 lakh after conversion, without taxes and export duties) |
| Charging Time (DC fast charger) |
30 mins |
| Charging Time (Level 2 charger) |
120 mins |
| Horsepower |
244 |
| Torque |
220 FT/LBs |
| Average Highway Mileage |
188 miles |
| Battery Pack |
380V 15kWh (option for 20kWh) |
| Lightning-Fast charge system (LFCS) |
28kWh with 335 miles range |
| Thermal Management System |
Lightning Thermal Management System |
| Battery Management System |
Lightning Battery Management System |
| Brakes |
Dual Brembo 320mm Front Discs, Brembo radial-mount forged 4-piston calipers, 2 Brembo T-Drive 320mm Fully-Floating Rotors, 2 Brembo GP4-RX CNC Radial Calipers |
| Motor |
IPM liquid cooled 150kw+ 10,500 rpm electric motor |
| Drive |
Direct Single Speed Drive, Final Drive: Chain |
| Seat Height |
32 inches |
| Weight |
495 lbs |
| Wheels |
Lightning 7075 Forged Aluminum 3.5″ x 17″, 120/70ZR17 (Front), Lightning 7075 Forged Aluminum 6.0″ x 17″, 190/55ZR17 (Rear) |
| Front Suspension |
Öhlins FGRT inverted fork, NIX30 cartridge internals, TiN surface treatment, billet aluminum radial caliper mountings, Fully adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Rear Suspension |
Billet aluminum swingarm with linear, Öhlins TTX36 Shock, Adjustment for preload, ride height, high and low speed compression and rebound |
| Top Speed |
350 KMPH |
