Harley-Davidson Breakout specifications
Harley-Davidson · Cruiser
Harley-Davidson’s Breakout uses the Milwaukee-Eight 117 Custom engine, rated at 103 hp and 126 lb-ft. Its 34-degree rake and 66.7-inch wheelbase define the long cruiser chassis. The laden seat height is 25.6 inches. Base MSRP is $22,999.
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Harley-Davidson Breakout
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 |
| Class | Cruiser |
| Engine | Milwaukee-Eight 117 Custom |
| Displacement | 117 cu in |
| Bore x stroke | 4.075 in x 4.5 in |
| Compression ratio | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel system | Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Front suspension | Dual-bending valve 49 mm telescopic with aluminum fork triple clamps; dual rate spring |
| Front tire | 130/60B21,63H,BW |
| Rear tire | 240/40R18,79V,BW |
| Seat height | 25.6 in (laden) |
| Wheelbase | 66.7 in |
| Rake (caster angle) | 34° |
| Trail | 5.7 in |
| Fuel capacity | 5 gal |
| Ground clearance | 4.5 in |
| Fuel economy (estimated) | 49 mpg |
| Horsepower | 103 HP / 77 kW @ 4800 rpm |
| Engine torque | 126 ft-lbs at 3000 rpm |
| Lean angle (right / left) | 26.8° / 26.8° |
| Exhaust | 2-into-2 staggered; catalyst in muffler |
| Oil capacity (with filter) | 5 qt |
| Length | 93.5 in |
| Width | 37 in |
| Rear suspension | Hidden, free piston, coil-over monoshock; 43mm stroke; hydraulic preload adjustment |
| Wet weight (in running order) | 681 lb |
| Front wheel | Gloss black, 26-spoke cast aluminum |
| Starting MSRP | $22,999 |
The 66.7-inch wheelbase, 34-degree rake and 240-section rear tire distinguish the Breakout’s chassis from the other Softail cruisers. Check space for parking and the actual tire sizes when comparing ownership costs. Those dimensions do not predict how comfortably a particular rider reaches the controls.
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The Harley-Davidson Breakout is Harley's Milwaukee-Eight 117 cruiser with a 34 degree rake and a 66.7 in wheelbase, rated at 103 hp and 126 lb-ft. Harley prices it at $22,999. The long wheelbase and steep rake give it the stretched, low-slung stance the name suggests.
What Motorcycle.com found
Motorcycle.com says the Breakout is quite comfortable, even if it puts a fair amount of weight on your tailbone. The reviewer also notes that on closer inspection all the geometry numbers suggest an ill-handling machine, with the largest rake of the bunch and the longest wheelbase at 66.7 inches. The review's point is that the ride feels better than the geometry suggests.
Numbers for the stretched cruiser
Harley lists a 66.7 in wheelbase, the longest in the Softail line, a 34 degree rake, 5.7 in of trail and 4.5 in of ground clearance, the lowest of the family. The Breakout weighs 681 lb in running order and holds 5 gal, with a 25.6 in laden seat, the lowest seat in the group. The fork is a 49 mm dual-bending valve unit with aluminum triple clamps.
The rear has a hidden monoshock with hydraulic preload adjustment and 43 mm of stroke.
Breakout against the cruisers
At $22,999 the Breakout costs $400 more than the Fat Boy and $4,000 more than the Low Rider S. Indian's Sport Chief is $19,999 at 685 lb, and its Chief Bobber $17,499 at 694 lb. The Breakout is 4 lb lighter than the Sport Chief and costs $3,000 more. It is a styling choice more than a performance one.
Who the Breakout suits
The Breakout suits a rider who wants a low, long cruiser for its looks and is willing to accept the geometry. Its 25.6 in seat is the lowest in the Softail line. The 66.7 in wheelbase is the longest, which gives straight-line stability and a big presence. The 4.5 in of ground clearance is the lowest of the family.
So the bike will scrape in a corner sooner than the Low Rider S with its 5.7 in. The tester's point that it is more comfortable than the numbers suggest is the reason to try one before dismissing it.
Breakout against the Fat Boy
The Breakout and Fat Boy share the 103 hp, 126 lb-ft Milwaukee-Eight 117 and a 5 gal tank. The Breakout costs $400 more at $22,999 against $22,599. The Breakout weighs 681 lb in running order against 694 lb, has a longer wheelbase (66.7 in against 65 in), a longer rake (34 degrees against 30) and more trail (5.7 in against 4.1 in), and a lower seat (25.6 in against 25.9 in).
The Fat Boy has the fatter tire and the Breakout has the sleeker, longer profile. So the choice is a styling one.
Breakout against the Sport Chief and Chief Bobber
Indian's Sport Chief and Chief Bobber are the closest big-twin cruiser rivals.
2026 Harley-Davidson Breakout questions
Is the Harley-Davidson Breakout comfortable?
Motorcycle.com says it is quite comfortable, even if it puts a fair amount of weight on your tailbone, despite geometry numbers that suggest poor handling.
How long is the Breakout wheelbase?
Harley lists 66.7 in, the longest of the Softail cruisers, with a 34 degree rake and a 25.6 in laden seat.
Price the wide rear tire and the riding position
The Breakout pairs a 21-inch front-wheel designation with a very wide 240/40R18 rear tire. Obtain replacement prices for those exact sizes before treating tire cost as a generic cruiser expense. Inspect the actual rims and sidewalls if an aftermarket wheel package has been fitted. A dramatic parked stance does not establish that the modifications follow the manufacturer's fitment instructions.
Its seat figure is 25.6 inches laden. That loading condition matters: it is not directly interchangeable with an unladen seat number from another manufacturer. Check the reach to the foot controls and bars as well as the reach to the ground. A low saddle can coexist with a long stretch to the controls.
The 66.7-inch wheelbase and 5-gallon tank help describe the motorcycle, while the $22,999 base price describes the starting purchase. For a used Breakout, identify suspension, exhaust and engine changes individually. An accessory's original cost is not automatically value to the next owner, especially if returning the bike to the desired configuration involves additional work.