Description
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 2015 Harley-Davidson Breakout. Additional photos are available here for your perusal.
Back in the early 1980s, a mechanical engineer by the name of Bill Davis had been experimenting with a V-twin frame design that gave riders the custom chopper look with the added benefit of some hidden rear shocks. Harley-Davidson liked Davis’ design so much, in fact, that they bought his design patents and brought him onboard to perfect the concept.
Come 1984, Davis’ frame finally made it to production in the form of the Softail. Like his design, it appeared to be rigid at first glance; beneath the curvaceous rear fender, however, it featured some pull-shocks. Needless to say, the bike proved immensely popular — it quickly became one of the best-selling models in Harley-Davidson’s lineup. Between the added comfort and the improved performance, it was — in a word — a revelation.
For the engine, Harley took the opportunity to debut its 1,340cc Evolution V-twin. Along with some added displacement, it boasted better build quality and sounder engineering. In practice, this meant that it leaked less, ran cleaner, and idled cooler. Output came in at 58hp — enough to take riders to a top speed just over 100mph.
Fast forward to 2013 and the Softail Breakout is released, the first-ever factory-issue Harley-Davidson modeled after a Custom Vehicle Operations, rather than the reverse. The power plant is now a 1,690cc V-twin with a claimed 95.5 lb-ft. of torque and more powerful than the V-Rod. Partner the new mill with a 24.7-inch laden seat height, 49mm folks with a 35° rake, and a 240mm wheel tucked under the chopped fender you’ve got fat styling and sporty agility on the 710 pounder (claimed wet).
This example is VIN: 1HD1BFV38FB015605, the owner bought the bike new in 2015 from a Harley-Davidson dealership.
The odometer shows 2,398 miles.
Maintenance:
The seller lists no recent maintenance.
Modifications:
Vance & Hines exhaust.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop tires that have aged out.
The sale includes two keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Irvine, California, this Harley-Davidson is offered on a clean California title with registration current through November 2017. Per the California DMV, it will cost $165 to make the registration current through November, 2024.
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