Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023 vs. Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2015

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023

Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2015

Overview - Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023 vs Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2015

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023

Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2015

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023 compared to Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2015

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023

Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2015

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023

Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line crankpin offset
Bore	Bore	103.5 mm	Bore	107.1 mm
Stroke	Stroke	114 mm	Stroke	94.3 mm
Engine power	Engine power	101 HP	Engine power	98 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	4,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	5,200 rpm
Torque	Torque	167 Nm	Torque	156 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	2,950 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.2	Compression Ratio	9.7
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Belt
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Displacement	Displacement	1,923 ccm	Displacement	1,699 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Backbone	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating 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	200 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	40 %	Rear tyre height	50 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,370 mm	Length	2,340 mm
Width	Width	950 mm	Width	880 mm
Height	Height	1,085 mm	Height	1,120 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,695 mm	Wheelbase	1,615 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	665 mm	Seat Height	700 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	310 kg	Kerb Weight	339 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.9 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 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

Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2015

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 vs Triumph Thunderbird Storm

Price Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 117 2023 vs Triumph Thunderbird Storm 2015