At the heart of the 2024 Lightning LS-218 sport motorcycle, Lightning features a purpose-built liquid-cooled electric configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 244 HP (178.1 kW) at 10,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 298.3 Nm (220 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 1-speed gearbox and chain final drive.
On the scales, the LS-218 measures 224.5 kg (495 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 1.09 HP/kg (0.92 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 813 mm (32 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance.
Within MotoLibrary's Lightning archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2017 to 2024, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Power-to-Weight
1.09 HP/kg (0.92 kg/HP)
Standover Height
813 mm (32 in)
Engine
Engine TypeElectric
Engine DetailsIPM liquid cooled electric motor
Power244.0 HP (178.1 kW)) @ 10500 RPM
Torque298.3 Nm (30.4 kgf-m or 220.0 ft.lbs)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox1-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
DrivelineNo transmission. Direct drive motor.
Performance
Top Speed350.8 km/h (218.0 mph)
0-100 km/h2.00 seconds
Chassis
Front SuspensionÖhlins FGRT inverted fork. Adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping
Rear SuspensionÖhlins TTX36 Shock and linkage system. Adjustment for preload, ride height, high and low speed compression and rebound.
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre190/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Brembo radial-mount forged 4-piston calipers
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Brembo radial calipers
Rear Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
WheelsForged aluminum
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight224.5 kg (495.0 pounds)
Power/Weight1.0867 HP/kg
Seat Height813 mm (32.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsRed/white
Notes
30 mins charging on a DC fast charger. 3 battery pack options, 15-28 kWh. Range 188-335 miles. Regenerative braking. Windscreen.
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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