Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023 vs. Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023

Overview - Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023 vs Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023 compared to Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	103.5 mm	Bore	79 mm
Stroke	Stroke	114 mm	Stroke	66 mm
Engine power	Engine power	101 HP	Engine power	89 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	4,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	167 Nm	Torque	95 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.2	Compression Ratio	12
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Belt
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,923 ccm	Displacement	975 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	49 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	114 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock
Travel	Travel	86 mm	Travel	76.2 mm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Backbone	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	34 degree	Rake	60 degree
Trail	Trail	145 mm	Trail	137 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	292 mm	Diameter	260 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	60 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	240 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	40 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,370 mm	Length	2,250 mm
Width	Width	950 mm	Width	840 mm
Height	Height	1,085 mm	Height	705 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,695 mm	Wheelbase	1,545 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	665 mm	Seat Height	705 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.9 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	11.7 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	240 km	Range	245 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	128 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	126 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	5 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	5.1 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights	Equipment	Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023

The new Breakout 117 is a motorbike that is sure to get you noticed. The new boost in engine performance and the adapted ergonomics make the Harley-Davidson an extremely stylish companion, even for longer distances. You shouldn't expect miracles from the chassis and brakes, but when ridden properly, this cool cruiser regularly puts a grin on your face.

Powerful 117cc engine

eye-catcher with clean, stylish look

great starting point for further customising

improved ergonomics

US cruiser in its purest form

great rim design

good value retention

Brake cannot quite keep up with the performance of the engine

chassis only average

traction control at extra cost

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 vs Harley-Davidson Nightster Special

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023 vs Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023