2018 Harley-Davidson Breakout 114 Test Ride!

[@vidkeeper9]

hey blockhead been watching you quite awhile, just wanted to say i appreciate the fact that you responded to me on your previous video.. its something not many youtubers are willing to do and you went out of your way to respond to what seems to me the most people you possibly can. just wanted to let you know i bought my 883 superlow because i heard you talking about how well you liked the 883 iron, it influenced my choice when purchasing a harley and would just like to thank your for your consistent good quality entertainment

[@harleydave2316]

I like that you have been taking these bikes on the course so we can get a visual of how it performs.

[@francoismarton]

Hi, just saw your video. Did exactly. The same thing. Initially went for the fat bob. HD offered for me to choose for an other bike on the way back selected the Breakout. And here I am. Loved so much the BO that I bought one ! Absolutely a great ride. Fat bob is good too but to light for me in the front.

[@stretchman490]

People who go in with expectations will always have something to complain about. As long as you don't compare them to anything else, they look great on their own merits. My prediction is by the end of this year, once people start seeing them more, that their attitudes will change.

[@pmdinaz]

an honest channel with 'opportunity', not an 'evaluation' "this is better than that"..allows people to 'see' the bike being ridden if they can't ride it themselves. Thanks Blockhead!

[@klownsho1]

I have rode sport bkie all my life and I just bought a 2020 breakout and ride it like a sport bike and I tell you it is smiles for miles and I still average 45 mpg love it

[@Aliencreep369]

I just bougt my 2018 breakout 114 in black hell yeah !!! From Quebec!!! Thanks for your video dude.

[@KenjiMotoyamaMotovlog]

The Display looks like a digital '80s Casio Watch :-D

[@tony2227]

Kenji Motoyama You can change all that

[@barackblows1942]

“How much would you give me for a beautiful Casio?” John Candy in TP&A. I love my 2019 BO.🤡

[@tony2227]

@Ticky Tocky Maybe...but you are comparing apples with tomatoes....Harleydavidson motorcycle nowadays are comparable to ANY bike ...the only thing is the price I think harley are overpriced BUT they do hold value....I would never buy a Japanese bike...not because they are not good bikes but becuz they devalued like crazy...AND THE REASON u customize a Harley it's not to make it look Japanese...its an expression of yourself...

[@tony2227]

@Ticky Tocky Ahhh... you are one of those who lives in the past....sorry bro wake up...every reviews from respectable magazine not only hear in the USA but abroad as well are saying the same thing ....Harley motorcycle are comparable to any bike....AND by the way ....If speed is what you measured quality then you are in the wrong channel...and speaking about that...IF YOU DISLIKE HARLEY WTF ARE YOU DOING HERE THEN???...GO AND WATCH YOUR JAPANESE BIKE CHANNELS....HATER.

[@tony2227]

@Ticky Tocky Again ....why are you here??????... If you dislike Harley so much what are you doing here?.... do you realize how stupid you sound?????? The fact that you are wasting your time with something you dislike so much tells much about your personality.....sad. Go and watch your Japanese bikes channels....go. hater.!!!!!

[@karlc8359]

For me my 1998 evolution works fine. It will keep me on two wheels till I am done riding. Harley has to change for the ones who will buy their bikes now and in the future. Got my first one in 1975.

[@burn31]

I have never considered riding a Harley until now. I know you die hards LOVE the old school Harley tradition but how long can you keep doing the same thing and still attract the younger generation coming up? Things need to change man. Those older models will always be available to be purchased used because there is a million of them out there. Like I said, first time I find any Harley attractive. I think this is what Harley is trying to accomplish. When the Dyna series came out, everyone cried how they hated it. Now that it's gone everyone is complaining that it's gone. Give them a chance. These new bikes are sexy AF.

[@ninjakat8922]

Yeah me too.. The 2018 Fat Bob is honestly the first Harley I consider test driving, love the mean look with the LED light up front, makes it a good mix of modern and old school

[@SharpeTrade]

Great comments around 7:00 about what we're all attracted to, as far as styling. I don't like Dyna's or the Fat Bob, but love the ol' High Tank Bobber look, and the older Indian Scout's from the 1950's, which is where my mind starts to go. Love the Breakouts. Other's love the Dyna's, and think the new Breakout's look like garbage. One of my business partners, is looking at the Fat Bob. We're all different. As it should be.

[@baptismos8969]

I still prefer the look of my '13 Breakout (Daymaker, CVO speedo swap) but would love to shoehorn that 114 into it....super sweet engine. Other than the smaller - and ugly - peanut tank I like what Harley has done to the new Breakout's.

[@cmilligan1586]

Going to get my first bike this year and the breakout is looking really nice!!! I've rode dirt bikes and 4 wheelers so hopefully it will help me out with riding. plus im going to take the HD Riders class!

[@rvyyvn]

Christopher Milligan whatchu think bout the fxdr 114

[@suleyman2064]

Breakout is my all time favourite Harley-Davidson model

[@hanleydaleson954]

Smiles per gallon 😂 I like that and will coin that 👍

[@ChAdWoOD85]

I know this is a super old video I just got that same bike and absolutely love it!

[@stonosam]

Great review. Well done you were so quick off the blocks. Keep them coming. Not so sure about the smaller tank, but otherwise me likely a lot.

[@TheJohnChiara]

I was originally disgusted by the new line-up and the way they revealed them, but you're helping by demonstrating the breakout since I'm a DYNA guy. I have a 2016 Low Rider that I will slap a 110 on soon, but we'll see what they do with the breakout or if they bring back the DYNA.

[@abridgetohope]

Love that Breakout!

[@dennism103]

Nice video, i bought a 2018 road king, luv it! The seat is really confortable too. Home run harley customer for life...

[@mitchellerickson9836]

I'm excited to see what they come up with over the next few years. They're taking some serious risks but they're gonna have to to stay alive.

[@diamondheat9]

Probably the only modern Harley I've liked recently

[@nitesights]

Got a chance to ride all of the soft tail line this weekend. The Fat Bob and the Breakout were my two favorites. The Slim was my least favorite. Obviously many do not like the new line, but I dig em'

[@jarettrevor8469]

@BLOCKHEAD I have a dyna low rider s as well, love the bike. Just curious tho man, was the 114 all that faster, and was it as flickable as the low rider s? I get they redesigned the softail frame but i couldnt imagine it being "sportier" than a dyna frame, just a smoother ride I would think.

[@mickspriggs7894]

Cant wait to get mine.

[@mr.bonilla9416]

@Blockhead You've done some good work here. Mind doing a comparison of the 2018 Breakout VS 2018 Fatboy (on one video) for folks that are on the fence about which one to buy?

[@stephenbuckley1940]

Great salesman, 'what colours does it come in?' 'check online...' good knowledge of the product there.

[@ganjadavid9716]

They look so nice... Really like them... Great video man...

[@wind-inmy-face7949]

Call me Old School or whatever but not really liking that gauge. Maybe it's because my eyes aren't what they once were but for me I'd like a bigger display.

[@pni089]

Hi mate, what did you more the Breakout or the Fatboy?? I am looking at getting a 2023 Harley.

[@no1up]

Which one did you like, the Fatbob or the breakout?

[@warlok9]

I went to see the new lineup Saturday, mainly for these two bikes. Been looking for a reason to give Harley a try. Not very impressed. Look better in photos. The Fatbob especially doesn't look like a $16k+ bike. The managers were doing acceleration runs up and down the parking lot and all the Harley faithful were gushing, ohhhing and awwwing. I had a good laugh to myself as I threw a leg over my FZ09 that would smoke the shit out of either of those bikes at a third of the price (of the Breakout). I know it's not all about power, you buy a Harley for the character and attitude. And that's part of the problem for many riders, I don't want to be "that guy", waking his neighbors with his fart exhaust with a bandana for a helmet and his chin in the air.

[@thatoneguymoto]

The legend blue denim is color is noice!

[@djohnson3678]

lol, yall playn 'leap cycle' xD awsome test vlogging! wow, what an awsome vlog. p.s. just so noone can say that i didnt think of it, but uh. . . 'cycle-leaping' lol

[@Hyperbole_Will_Destroy_Us_All]

Trying to decide between the breakout and the road king special. I know they’re completely different but I honestly can’t decide.

[@valentin_marin]

One question I have...which is handling better? Breakout or Fat Boy? Great Vlog blockhead...greetings from a sunny country 🇪🇦

[@Ceko]

The new engines are big! I own a V-Rod now, I’m really wondering how it compares performance wise.

[@barackblows1942]

Ceko I traded my 2012 V-Rod Muscle for a 2019 FXBRS 114. The BO has about 30-hp less than the V-Rod but the torque feels about the same. I would imagine that the V-Rod has a higher top end speed. I had 43,000-miles on my Muscle without ever getting the valve lash adjustment and was ready for an upgrade. If Harley still made the Muscle I would have bought another one instead. I love the 240mm rear tire so the BO was my second choice. I was pleasantly surprised that they gave me $8k for my Muscle on trade although I wish I still had it. Maybe I’ll go buy it back and keep both.🤡

[@Bbqtotem]

Is the blurred speedo a new factory option? Lol... the stock exhaust sounds better but the 2017 you had in the last breakout review sounded so much better. Looks like the tax isn't gone completely. Dunno if im sold on the new engine sound. ..great video though thx again

[@almahoos4ev]

Hey bro, i am in a dilemma, i don’t know what to choose between those two and where i live the dealer does not offer test rides 🧐. I mostly do city riding and my thoughts now are going for the fat fab as it seems more practical. I would love to hear your opinion. Thanks

[@HarleyBreakoutGuy]

My wife is trying to upgrade from a 2017 Harley Breakout to a 2018 Harley Breakout 114 :)

[@BlockheadMoto]

The lean angle alone makes it worth it in my opinion, haha

[@daved2352]

Dude's name is so close to the Skull from Hamlet. "Alas poor Yorick, I knew him"

[@gjamiedaniel8709]

Heh with that smaller Breakout tank, is it possible to change it with a 2017 Breakout tank? I'm hearing a lot of the 2018 isn't compatible due to the drastic change in everything lol thoughts?

[@Flashcrawl666]

New Street Bob next please ;D plus, how about a sums up video after you test-rode all new models? would be cool

[@abovist9028]

This is my dream bike!

[@patmanwainwright3423]

im heading to Harley Heaven today for test rides trying Breakout anf fatboy fingers crossed ill like them What up BlockHead

[@BlockheadMoto]

+patman wainwright Nice, have fun! Ride safe :)

[@superluigibros703]

How is the turning with the Breakout? I've heard people complaining about turning on corners/curves saying it handles like a boat. seems like you had no issue.

[@joeglenn7323]

I'm no expert, but I play one on the web... All joking aside, I have been trying to learn a bit more about some of the issues good and bad regarding some of the HD bikes. I like both the Fat Bob and the Breakout. Styling wise, I like the Breakout more. From what I've read a significant part of the handling issue with the 2017 and prior Breakouts can be linked to the stock tires. Many have changed tire brands and the profile of the front tire and say it makes a world of difference. HD changed the tires, in addition to just about everything else, for 2018 and the bike is said to handle/turn much better.

[@warlok9]

How much? Nice review but never talked pricing as far as I could tell. If I missed it I apologize.

[@Mrgoresnake]

If anyone is looking to learn how ride, I definitely recommend the Harley riding academy. Don’t cheap out and go to your local collage and pay 50 dollars. Pay the premium and take the Harley class. I took the one in Taylor MI. 100% recommend. I got top gun with 0 points.

[@asessins7634]

Great bike's great video, thank you take care

[@dennism103]

Harley is still king...

[@insertname6143]

The bikes look good. The only thing I can see to maybe complain about is the gage. At one point in the 2 videos I watched the gage vibration made it unreadable but that could have been camera vibration. To be honest if that is the only thing people really have a problem with how hard would it be to change it out with an after market one.

[@ericrothery6583]

Sandra Ferguson the gauge was blurred on purpose because they "might" have been speeding. If you watch closely it is clear until about 45mph.

[@MrSquishyCookie]

Took me until this second video review to realise that you blur the speedo 😄

[@cofrbooboo]

My favorite of the '18 line is the Deluxe. Pure sexy!

[@wasuptho]

I have one and I loveee it!

[@g0nk]

Not sure I like how the speedo is in the bar clamp. If you want to change that out, you need a new speedo to go along with it. Kinda weird.

[@6GEAR]

Do you think the breakout is better used locally than long rides?

[@darrylelvey1251]

good video I enjoyed it I really like the new breakout, with the instruments on the bars.also 114 cubebut I carnt justerfy the price diff between the 20,000 yankee and the 30,000 plus ausie,make more sense to by American and ship it

[@krumdownunder704]

They're only 34k in Aus, to import it would be almost 42k

[@rahulsharma255]

Sir I once ridden the fatboy 107, does the fatboy feel difficult to handle at sharp turns because of the fat 240 rear tyre or it may feel difficult to handle because of the first time as I was not used to such a heavy bike? Sir pls clear my confusion!!

[@FarmermanmelDMV]

Would you consider the Breakout for extended rides or just around town or short trips ?

[@ZR1Terror]

I wouldn’t know. Never owned one bro.

[@arjunyeleshwarapu]

ZR1Terror if you don’t know then don’t respond

[@hoondawg2513]

Yes

[@slyguyaction]

Great vlog man.

[@maximumeffortflsb2715]

Awesome video!

[@wardaddy9374]

Sis the breakout of fat bob have more power? I know theiir both 114s but any torque differences in peaking,etc?

[@MalcolmTodd1966]

This woulda been the perfect frame for the Rocker and the Rocker C, both ideas would have been able to suck at the same time!

[@jmcelroy4872]

The lcd dash is a no go! Still love the analogs...

[@MrAdam8419]

Have to say like the display on it more than the fat bob

[@noelpogiako1]

Nice video. How to do compare the Breakout vs Fatboy ride and handling wise? Let me know pls. Thanks.

[@chauffeurmarco]

The question that every one ask them self is: the 6th gear, is it a REAL 6th gear to have a lower RPM or it is one extra between gears.

[@pierrecolbach7425]

I love that bike, great style! However, would it still be fun to ride on tiny curvy roads? Over here in Europe, our roads are not as straight as yours in the US ... :-)

[@Back4More42]

I like the oil cooler and it having a stiffer frame. If like you said it has the tire psi indicators that would be awesome. Rake is 1 deg less and bike is 2.5" shorter. I dont think a 3.5gal over the 5gal tank is a good idea. I always feel like im stopping for gas. Looks cheap in a way...Is it all Metric now? I didnt buy an HD for smooth. I want it to rattle me and my ears.Did the Tire Shredder on mine, so i might not notice the power of a 114 as much as the old bike. cant wait to test ride one.

[@WHOSKOW1]

Did the stage 5 on my 2015 Breakout also and then added NOS. Yeah the 114 won't seem like it has any power until I get a hold of it!

[@yogi2.057]

As before on the Fat Bob, the broomstick drag bars add nothing good to the looks or handling of the '18 Breakout. Outside of the Lazy-Boy forward pegs, it's still one of my favorite H-D's. The longer wheelbase gets rid of the stubby front end look on other models.

[@irvan36mm]

LOL Looking at the LCD, I thought the whole bike was vibrating bad when you got on it in the beginning ;)

[@adansanchez3790]

What's up. Just started following you. Your videos are awesome! I'm curious. Why the name Blockhead?

[@charbelyounes5815]

I might be looking into a breakout after the iron

[@kevinpollard1550]

In England they are popular i love them

[@ravenmn80]

@blockhead ...whats ur take on the 2017 Low Rider S vs 2018 breakout? Pros / Cons?

[@juanv433]

I like the breakout. I would want it if it has the all blackout look

[@crisandres94]

The breakout looks better to me as well

[@julmdama4848]

would love to get a motorcycle when I'm old enough for my licence

[@leocastro4608]

Jul Mdama I’m in the same boat dude. Just counting the days

[@AlexD02]

How old are you

[@barackblows1942]

You’ll have to become MAGA, bikers hate snowflakes.💀

[@brandonmusic222]

Great vid. Can you review the new 48?

[@oldmetalhead1]

Really smooth? Then how come the speedo gets all blurry when you get on it? 😜

[@FourQed]

My next bike.

[@WHOSKOW1]

Have 2 Breakouts 2015 and 2017.

[@williamvanhorn412]

I've rode the Breakout 114 and Lowrider S, but a few months apart, so I can't compare directly. Which one seems to have the most power, and better handling. I didn't like the Breakouts bars very well, but remember them about the same in acceleration.

[@BlockheadMoto]

Power and handling go to the Low Rider S, as it has a much better lean angle, and it's lighter weight.

[@warlok9]

Harley guys make fun of the digital lcd dash on my fz09 at a bike week last year. Same Harley guys gush over the tiny casio watch lcd display on the new 2018 Breakout. Yep.

[@yulbrenner]

It's really strange that, to me, an x-gner at 45 yrs old, the Fat Bob is the H-D for me.

[@BlockheadMoto]

Shouldn't be strange at all. Everyone has their personal preference! Live and let live :)

[@WillFurner]

I want that lcd display for my iron in black!

[@RobertKwolek]

The proportions of these new Harleys are a little awkward, though also waiting to see what the aftermarket will do. The biggest thing for me is the sound. Maybe it doesn't come across with the helmet mic, but it's not the aggressive, rhythmic uneven "potato-potato" sound Harley's are known for, and they're starting to get that intake whine that is an unfortunate side effect of modern engines.

[@Huskiesdj]

Yea if they could put the fat bob tach on the breakout then that thing would be SEX!! I still really dig the breako ut though. And the fat bob is kinda growing on me. Just get rid of the bronze and throw some tbars on the bissshhhh💯 great video block!

[@alanlandvoigt79]

Thank you.

[@danmancino22]

Need that cvo pro street breakout back and I'd actually buy a Harley

[@kerrypower4127]

nice bike

[@toms5oh]

are you going to do a review on the Roadster?

[@floridagamer9705]

Hey blockhead did Harley-Davidson also retire the 103 engine?

[@SkidPig]

Robert Hul yes, there are no air cooled options anymore

[@NtaksAKAKevin]

I don't get why people cover their speedometers when they are opening a bike.

[@Jay-jb2vr]

To protect their *freedom*

[@kakhidzeoto]

great video, do the new low rider review please

[@HarleyBreakoutGuy]

Why do you commenter hate 2018 Harley? IT's about time Harley did this so we could move on away from the old crap !!!

[@RossMalagarie]

Sup BLOCKHEAD. I am getting a GoPro Hero and I have a GoPro sport kit. I am going to Douglas Lake in a cabin this year near Pigeon Forge. I was wondering if you could show your camera set up. Or at least respond to this comment describing it.

[@matrix4you2see]

Nice job again turning one video into 2 LOL... Love the breakout but I wish they would have did an inverted front shocks on it.

[@WHOSKOW1]

They did on the pro street CVO.

[@pranavs84]

Can I just say that's a lovely City you live in blockhead

[@jeffreyswiggett3379]

Will you do a review of the 2018 iron 883

[@BlockheadMoto]

Sure thing! Although I don't believe they really changed much

[@allemem1]

Lol! People in the comment section comparing Harleys to Japanese Inline 4 sport bikes. 😂 Two different machines for two different tasks. Next, let's compare a '63 Bonneville to a '17 Z06 Corvette. Too funny.

[@BlockheadMoto]

+DARKSIDE1 Exactly, it's a ridiculous comparison. Water and oil, smh