Side-by-Side Comparison

Lightning LS-218 vs Damon Hyperfighter

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Mexico.

Lightning

Key Specifications

Lightning LS-218SpecDamon Hyperfighter

—Price—

—Engine (cc)—

9999Power (hp)9999

9999Torque (Nm)200

—Mileage (km/l)—

9999Weight (kg)219

—Fuel Tank (L)—

9.5Rating9.2

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Lightning LS-218

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Basic Information

Lightning LS-218AttributeDamon Hyperfighter

IPM liquid cooled electric motorEngine TypeElectric Motor, PMAC Liquid Cooled

FluxVector Drive SystemController Type—

Direct single speed driveTransmission Type—

None (Direct Drive)Clutch Type—

Direct Single Speed DriveDrive Type—

LightningBrandDamon

LS-218ModelHyperfighter

Lightning LS-218Bike NameDamon Hyperfighter

2014Model Year2023

Electric SuperbikeCategory/TypeElectric Motorcycle

USACountry of OriginCanada

USAAssembly LocationCanada

AvailableStatusAvailable

Not specifiedColors AvailableBlack, Silver, Red

Lithium-IonBattery TypeLithium-ion

On-board 3.3kw Charger with CCS Level 2+3Charger TypeLevel 2 Charger

Comfortable, ergonomicSeat TypeSingle

StandardHandle TypeClip-on

Carbon fiber and AluminumFrame TypeAluminum

Billet aluminum swingarmSwingarm TypeSingle-sided

Engine & Performance

Lightning LS-218AttributeDamon Hyperfighter

244 hpMaximum Power200

220 ft-lbMaximum Torque200

244 HPPeak Power200

Liquid CooledCooling SystemLiquid-cooled

Electric StartIgnition SystemElectric

IPM liquid-cooled electric motorEngine Layout—

Electric StartStarting SystemElectric Start

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

Not specifiedPower-to-Weight Ratio2.8

Not specifiedPower Consumption—

180 kWMotor Power200

Zero Emission (Electric)Emission StandardEuro 5

Up to 28 kWh (LFCS option)Battery Power21.5

YesPower Mode Indicator—

—Fuel Supply SystemElectric

Fuel & Mileage

Lightning LS-218AttributeDamon Hyperfighter

15 kWhBattery Capacity21.5

188 milesRange200

YesRange IndicatorYes

Up to 335 milesRange Per Charge (Eco)250

160–180 milesRange Per Charge (Normal)200

Not specifiedRange Per Charge (Sport)150

Battery low indicatorLow Fuel WarningYes

Performance & Speed

Lightning LS-218AttributeDamon Hyperfighter

218 mphTop Speed200

2.0 secondsAcceleration (0-60)3.0

5.5 secondsAcceleration (0-100)4.0

NoQuick ShifterYes

NoLaunch ControlYes

AvailableTraction ControlYes

Transmission & Drive

Lightning LS-218AttributeDamon Hyperfighter

Single speedGear Pattern—

Chain drivePrimary DriveBelt

ChainFinal DriveBelt

Chain driveDrive Chain/Belt TypeBelt

Dimensions & Weight

Lightning LS-218AttributeDamon Hyperfighter

813 mmSeat Height800

225 kgKerb Weight219

495225Gross Weight—

Not specifiedBattery Weight25

—Overall Length2050

—Overall Width760

—Overall Height1100

—Wheelbase1450

—Ground Clearance130

Brakes & Safety

Lightning LS-218AttributeDamon Hyperfighter

Dual Brembo T-Drive Fully-Floating RotorsFront Brake TypeDual Disc

Single discRear Brake TypeSingle Disc

320 mmFront Brake Size320

240 mmRear Brake Size220

Dual-Channel ABSABS TypeBosch ABS

Not specifiedBraking Distance35

ProgrammableRegenerative BrakingYes

Two kill switchesAnti-Theft SystemAutomated anti-tamper device

YesCentral Lock—

NoRemote Lock—

YesHandle Lock—

YesSteering Lock—

—Brake Pad Life50,000

Suspension & Handling

Lightning LS-218AttributeDamon Hyperfighter

Öhlins FGRT inverted forkFront Suspension TypeUSD Fork

Billet aluminum swingarm with Öhlins TTX36 ShockRear Suspension TypeMonoshock

Fully adjustable Öhlins suspensionAdjustable Controls—

Not specifiedClimbing Ability—

—Front Suspension Travel150

—Rear Suspension Travel150

Wheels & Tires

Lightning LS-218AttributeDamon Hyperfighter

120/70ZR17Front Tyre Size120/70 ZR17

190/55ZR17Rear Tyre Size190/55 ZR17

17 inchFront Wheel Size—

17 inchRear Wheel Size—

Forged AluminumWheel TypeAlloy

7075 Forged AluminumWheel Material—

—Tyre TypeRadial

Electrical & Battery

Lightning LS-218AttributeDamon Hyperfighter

Not specifiedMotor Efficiency95%

Not specifiedMotor Life500,000

Integrated motor and controllerMotor PlacementMid

FluxVector Drive SystemMotor ControllerDamon HyperDrive

300VController Voltage750

Not specifiedController Life—

380VBattery Voltage750

Not specifiedBattery Warranty8

NoBattery RemovableYes

YesBattery Health CheckYes

YesBattery Life IndicatorYes

YesBattery Management SystemYes

12 minutes to 80% (Fast Charge)Charging Time1.5 hours

YesCharging PortType 2

120-240V ACCharging InputAC

AvailableFast ChargingYes

NoUSB ChargingYes

—Battery Rating750

—Battery Life15

Lighting & Display

Lightning LS-218AttributeDamon Hyperfighter

YesError Code DisplayYes

LEDHeadlight TypeLED

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED

NoHazard LightYes

Digital race data acquisition systemDisplay TypeFull TFT

DigitalSpeedometer TypeDigital

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

Battery level indicatorFuel Gauge TypeDigital

Digital LCDClockYes

YesPass Light SwitchYes

NoSide Stand IndicatorYes

—DRLYes

—Tachometer TypeDigital

Technology & Features

Lightning LS-218AttributeDamon Hyperfighter

NoMobile ConnectivityYes

NoBluetooth FeaturesYes

NoNavigationYes

Multiple modes (Eco, Sport, etc.)Riding ModesMultiple modes including Sport and Commute

NoParking Mode—

NoReverse Mode—

—Trip MeterYes

Comfort & Ergonomics

Lightning LS-218AttributeDamon Hyperfighter

Aerodynamic Carbon Fiber FairingsWind Protection—

Single seat with lumbar supportPillion SeatYes

YesPillion FootrestYes

YesPillion Grab Rails—

StandardFootpeg Position—

NoStorage Compartments—

—Under Seat StorageYes

Lightning LS-218 vs Damon Hyperfighter: Which one should you buy in Mexico?

The Lightning LS-218 and Damon Hyperfighter are two popular motorcycles in Mexico. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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