# How Much Horsepower Does The Harley-Davidson 117 Engine Have?

> The Harley-Davidson 117 engine (also known as the Milwaukee-Eight 117) is a big and powerful V-Twin. Harley squeezes it into the frames of some of its biggest and most expensive bikes. Why call it the Milwaukee-Eight?

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1861283/harley-davidson-117-engine-horsepower/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=682e9a44a8f4e7359c6f7a41)
- **Published:** 2025-05-22
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #harley-davidson #yamaha #honda #eight #engine #does #horsepower #milwaukee
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