LiveWire and KYMCO expand the S2 portfolio
LiveWire and KYMCO have expanded their strategic partnership to create an electric maxi-scooter for the European market. LiveWire plans to launch its first electric maxi-scooter in the first half of 2026 to offer customers an electric riding experience that utilizes the performance and range of LiveWire’s S2 powertrain.
LiveWire and KYMCO are working to reach new customers looking to experience the benefits of LiveWire’s electric performance in a commute-friendly maxi-scooter. This new agreement is an expansion of the existing agreement between both companies, which originated in 2022, with KYMCO’s investment in LiveWire.
The belief and recognition that we could create a class-leading maxi-scooter using our S2 Arrow powertrain has been a constant, KYMCO sharing their expertise has changed belief into reality, and we are excited to commence on this journey with such a globally recognized leader in the category.
– Karim Donnez, CEO LiveWire
KYMCO provides premium internal combustion engine scooters and has substantial experience in smaller output EV scooters and related business models. The company’s experience in the category adds a new dimension to LiveWire’s product line and strengthens its position in electric mobility. KYMCO has a tradition of innovation in market entry strategies, including multiple innovations in EVs such as the RevoNEX, a high-performance all-electric street bike that will use LiveWire’s S2 powertrain, and the Ionex, a market-proven swappable battery solution for electric two-wheeled vehicles.
“LiveWire is an iconic leader in electric solutions for urban mobility. We are excited to partner with them as LiveWire embarks on the development of a S2-based electric maxi-scooter,” says Allen Ko, chairman of KYMCO.
Continuing the development and expansion of the S2 portfolio, this project will use LiveWire’s S2 Arrow powertrain as the basis for the electric maxi-scooter, bringing the benchmark performance and range capabilities of LiveWire’s S2 motorcycles to the maxi-scooter category, while developing a new design language and form factor for the maxi-scooter. Intended to be distributed globally, the company is planning a first-half 2026 release for the project.
