Alright, so I finally bit the bullet and went electric with my Harley. Been dreaming about this for ages, but the cost always seemed like a massive roadblock. I’m gonna break down exactly what I spent, so you guys can see if it’s actually feasible.
First things first, the donor bike. I didn’t wanna go brand new, way too much cash upfront. Found a used 2008 Harley-Davidson Dyna Super Glide. It was in decent shape, needed some TLC, but the price was right. Paid $6,500 for it.
Next up, the electric conversion kit. This is where things get serious. I went with a reputable brand, didn’t want to cheap out on the heart of the build. Settled on a kit that promised decent range and power. The kit itself cost $8,000. Ouch, I know.
Okay, so kit in hand, time to actually do the swap. Now, I’m not a professional mechanic, but I’m pretty handy. I figured I could tackle most of it myself, but some things are just better left to the pros. Specifically, anything involving high voltage wiring. I don’t wanna fry myself. Paid an electrician $500 to handle the motor wiring.
The kit came with most of what I needed, but there were still a few odds and ends. New tires because the old ones were shot. Some custom fabrication for mounting the battery pack properly. Plus, I wanted to upgrade the brakes while I was at it, for some extra stopping power. All the extra bits and bobs? About $1,200.
And then there’s the paint job. The original paint was faded and scratched, so I figured, what the heck, let’s go all out. Chose a slick electric blue color. Looked sick! That cost me $800.
Grand Total: $6,500 (bike) + $8,000 (kit) + $500 (electrician) + $1,200 (parts) + $800 (paint) = $17,000.
Alright, seventeen grand. A hefty chunk of change, no doubt. But, here’s the thing. I’m saving a ton on gas now. And maintenance is way cheaper. No more oil changes, spark plugs, or exhaust fumes! Plus, it’s just freakin’ awesome to ride.
Would I do it again? Honestly, yeah. It was a pain in the butt, took way longer than I expected, and cost more than I initially planned. But cruising silently through the streets on an electric Harley? Totally worth it.
- Used Harley: $6,500
- Electric Conversion Kit: $8,000
- Electrician: $500
- Additional Parts & Fabrication: $1,200
- Paint Job: $800
- Total: $17,000