Forget about chrome and steel. Harley-Davidson's newest motorcycle features hemp-reinforced fenders and other parts made with post-consumer plastics.
The S2 Mulholland doesn't even feature the characteristic Harley-Davidson engine sound since it's an electric motorcycle made by the Milwaukee-based company's LiveWire business unit.
Mulholland's front and rear fenders are made with a hemp biocomposite. Its radiator shrouds and wiring caddies are manufactured using Hylon-brand post-consumer nylon from Ravago, which is sourced from discarded fishing nets, "further reducing the reliance on petroleum-based plastics," LiveWire notes in a news release.
It is LiveWire's first use of "sustainable and eco-friendly materials across key touch points on the bike.
In addition, the Mulholland uses silicone rather than traditional vinyl for the seat.
Because there's no fuel tank, the Mulholland's design can show off the brake lines and wiring harness, Harley-Davidson notes. (That may be the first time I've heard of a company bragging about the display of its wiring, by the way.)
The Mulholland isn't meant for long rides, though. Even at a paltry 432 pounds, its range maxes out at 121 miles.