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Zero SR/F vs LiveWire S2 Del Mar

Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

The Zero SR/F and LiveWire S2 Del Mar are among the most cross-shopped naked bikes of 2026. The LiveWire S2 Del Mar undercuts the Zero SR/F by about $5,696, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Zero SR/F leads on power with 110 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

Zero SR/F
Our pick
8.0

Zero

Zero SR/F
LiveWire S2 Del Mar
7.9

LiveWire

LiveWire S2 Del Mar

The verdict

The Zero SR/F edges it overall at 8/10, but the LiveWire S2 Del Mar wins on best for new riders, so let how you ride decide.

Best for new riders

LiveWire S2 Del Mar

84 hp.

Most exciting

Zero SR/F

110 hp and 0.50 hp/kg, the strongest here.

Best value

LiveWire S2 Del Mar

Our 7.9/10 at $15,499, the most bike per dollar.

Easiest to manage

LiveWire S2 Del Mar

199 kg with an 775 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.

Highest rated

Zero SR/F

Our top score in this matchup at 8/10.

Price & rating
Price$21,195$15,499
KickTheStand score8 / 107.9 / 10
Performance
EngineElectricElectric
Power110 hp84 hp
Torque190 Nm263 Nm
Power-to-weight0.50 hp/kg0.42 hp/kg
Chassis & brakes
Front suspensionn/an/a
Rear suspensionn/an/a
Front brakesn/an/a
Rear brakesn/an/a
Dimensions & practicality
Weight220 kg199 kg
Seat height787 mm775 mm
Fuel capacityn/an/a
Suitability
ClassNakedNaked
A2 licenceNoNo
Good for beginnersNoNo
Best forcommuting, sportcommuting, sport

Cyan marks the best figure in each row. Specs are the most-cited for the current model; verify before relying on them.

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Zero SR/F vs LiveWire S2 Del Mar: your questions answered

Which is faster, the Zero SR/F or the LiveWire S2 Del Mar?

The Zero SR/F makes the most power at 110 hp and 190 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.

Which is cheaper, the Zero SR/F or the LiveWire S2 Del Mar?

The LiveWire S2 Del Mar is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $15,499.

Which is lighter, the Zero SR/F or the LiveWire S2 Del Mar?

The LiveWire S2 Del Mar is the lightest at 199 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.

Which is better for a beginner, the Zero SR/F or the LiveWire S2 Del Mar?

For a new rider we'd point to the LiveWire S2 Del Mar: 84 hp and 199 kg make it the most approachable of the group.

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