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Moto Guzzi California Classic 2011

General moped information

ModelMoto Guzzi California Classic
Year2011
CategoryCustom / cruiser
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Price as new (MSRP) Euro 13070. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc.

Engine and transmission

Engine typeV2, four-stroke
Engine details90° V-Twin. 2 overhead valves moved by light alloy push–rod sand rocker arm with mechanical tappets.
Power73.76 HP (53.8 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Fuel systemInjection. Magneti Marelli IAW alfa-n system Multipoint phased sequential injection;
Fuel controlOHV
IgnitionMagneti Marelli IAW 15RC electronic digital ignition with inductive spark
Lubrication systemForced lobes, with geared pump and pressure regulator
Cooling systemAir
Gearbox5-speed
ClutchSingle disc, dry, with mechanical control
DrivelinePrimary drive: helical gears, ratio 17/21 = 1: 1.235. Secondary drive: shaft drive, ratio 8/33 = 1:4.125
Emission detailsEuro 3.
Exhaust systemSteel, 2 tubes connected to an expansion room, that is connected to 2 steel mufflers. Catalyzed with Lambda probe.

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Frame typeDetachable tubular duplex cradle in special high-strengh steel
Rake (fork angle)29.0°
Trail116 mm (4.6 inches)
Front tyre dimensions110/90-VB18
Rear tyre dimensions150/70-VB17
Front brakesDouble disc. Two Brembo Oro series stainless steel flooating discs, with 4 piston calipers
Front brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Brembo stainless steel fixed disc, with 2 piston calipers
Rear brakes diameter282 mm (11.1 inches)
WheelsBehr spoked steel rims

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight256.0 kg (564.4 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc276.0 kg (608.5 pounds)
Power/weight ratio0.2881 HP/kg
Seat height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length2,380 mm (93.7 inches)
Overall width815 mm (32.1 inches)
Ground clearance190 mm (7.5 inches)
Fuel capacity19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity4.00 litres (1.06 gallons)

Other specifications

StarterElectric
Color optionsBurgundy

General moped information

Price as new (MSRP) Euro 13070. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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