Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023 vs. Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Overview - Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023 vs Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023 compared to Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	103.5 mm	Bore	105 mm
Stroke	Stroke	114 mm	Stroke	72 mm
Engine power	Engine power	101 HP	Engine power	122 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	4,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	167 Nm	Torque	111 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.2	Compression Ratio	11.5
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	5
Displacement	Displacement	1,923 ccm	Displacement	1,247 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Backbone	Frame type	Double cradle
Rake	Rake	34 degree	Rake	34 degree
Trail	Trail	145 mm	Trail	142 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	60 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	240 mm	Rear tyre width	240 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	40 %	Rear tyre height	40 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,370 mm	Length	2,440 mm
Width	Width	950 mm	Width	890 mm
Height	Height	1,085 mm	Height	1,065 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,695 mm	Wheelbase	1,702 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	665 mm	Seat Height	675 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.9 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.9 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

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 Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023 vs. Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Overview - Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023 vs Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023 compared to Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 vs Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX

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