Motorcycle specifications Harley-DavidsonCVO 1800 SOFTAIL BREAKOUT FXSBSE 2014 Breathtaking

"We start by stripping the bike down to its bare bones, then rebuild it. This sentence from Kirk Rasmussen, Harley's styling director, reveals just how much this new Breakout wants to leave its mark and give enthusiasts of the genre a fever pitch. Very long, superbly equipped, sparkling and provocative, this softail is close to a work of art. In fact, having passed through the Custom Vehicle Operations workshops, the Breakout could only be swollen with pride to show itself in all its superb glory.

It exudes strength and style. It's got muscle, and it's not shy about showing it. Behind the Heavy Breather Performance air filter is the biggest H-D engine today, the 1803 cm3 Screamin'eagle twin. It's the 110B version, i.e., fitted with balancer shafts, that will power these 317 kilos of steel and character. All around it, chrome galore and a selection of beautiful parts. It's as if each one is unique, straight from the workshop. Ultra-short mudguards, ultra-small instrumentation, a seat with tribal motifs: the Breakout is as dry as an athlete.
The Turbine rims are formidable. The front wheel looks huge, thanks to the 21 ultra-thin rim spokes. The rear is just as intimidating, with its monstrous 240 mm gumshoe. The wide front end features a mini-headlight pod and a chromed cast-aluminium oil tank.

A true hot-rod for the hardcore, the CVO Breakout is as vindictive as the late Rocker C, but with more conformism than the latter. And like all CVOs, it's going to come at a high price (literally and figuratively). The starting price is 29,300 euros. Standard equipment such as ABS, cruise control, keyless ignition and HD start-up system round off the package nicely, but are mere trifles in the face of the Breakout's spectacular styling.

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