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affectionately nicknamed "Calif", the California is an essential piece of Moto-Guzzi history. The equivalent of theElectra Glide with that typically Italian charm. Designed to cruise to the thumping beat of its 2 huge bowls, the bike makes itself desirable by its own rules. First, there's the engine: a V2 bursting at the seams, alive and kicking. The effort of its innards betrays its age, but its behavior leaves no one unmoved. From 1994 to 1997, this first generation 1100 will be fitted with either carburetor or fuel injection. Riding is an art, and the big piston strokes sprinkle it with joviality. Comfort is there and the bike brakes well. The finish is good, although it's worth keeping an eye on certain components. The only major complaint is the gearbox, which is hopelessly slow. The Calif can go fast, but it doesn't like to. Its trick is to take you to the ends of the earth at a leisurely pace that will thrill you as much as it does. If you're curious, don't bother - the California, like many Guzzi models, is aimed at connoisseurs and enthusiasts. Its bewitching engine will quickly turn you into one of them.

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Published on 10/12/20
by Greg

Key facts Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA (1996) : What you need to know before you buy

Highlights

Engine
Character
Aesthetics
Freinage

Weak points

Price
Finition
Gearbox
Lack of equipment

Prices

	Basic version
France	13,490€

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Model sold in 1994 1995 1996 1997

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Performance

Max speed : approximately 200 km/h (124.30 mph)
Average fuel consumption : 5.90 liters/100km (0.40 mpg)
Estimated range : 322 km (200 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.

Specifications Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996

Chassis: Frame : Double tubular steel cradle; Fuel capacity : 19 liters (5.02 US gallons); Seat height : 780 mm (30.71 in); Length : 2,380 mm (93.70 in); Width : 815 mm (32.09 in); Min height : 1,150 mm (45.28 in); Dry weight : 251 kg (553 lb)

Front axle: Telehydraulic fork Ø 45 mm, Wheel travel : 140 mm (5.51 in); Braking 2 discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), 4-piston caliper; Front tire : 110 / 90 - 18 → Order this type of tire

Transmission: 5 stage gearbox; Secondary cardan shaft

Rear axle: 2 lateral shock absorbers, Wheel travel : 96 mm (3.78 in); Braking 1 disc Ø 282 mm (11.1 in), 2-piston caliper; Rear tire : 140 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire

Motor: two-cylinder 90° L-shape , 4 strokes; Injection Ø 40 mm or carburettor; Cooling system : by air; tumbled; 2 valves per cylinder; 1,064 cc; 73 ch (72 hp) to 6,400 rpm; 9.40 mkg to 5,000 rpm; Power-to-weight ratio : 3.49 kg/ch; Weight / torque ratio : 26.7 kg/mkg; Compression : 9.8 : 1

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Competitors

Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1996

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1996

Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1996

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Compare the 1100 CALIFORNIA to its competitors

Acceleration

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996 Undisclosed

Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1996 : 8.4 s

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1996 Undisclosed

Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1996 : 5 s

Fuel consumption

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996 : 5.90 liters/100km (0.40 mpg)

Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1996 Undisclosed

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1996 : 6.70 liters/100km (0.35 mpg)

Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1996 : 7.20 liters/100km (0.33 mpg)

Range

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996 : 322 km (200 miles)

Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1996 Undisclosed

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1996 : 194 km (121 miles)

Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1996 : 250 km (155 miles)

Torque

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996 : 9.4 mkg

Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1996 : 9 mkg

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1996 : 11.5 mkg

Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1996 : 11.4 mkg

Power

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996 : 73 ch (72 hp)

Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1996 : 50 ch (49.30 hp)

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1996 : 65 ch (64.10 hp)

Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1996 : 74 ch (73 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996 : 3.49 kg/ch

Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1996 : 5.29 kg/ch

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1996 : 3.78 kg/ch

Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1996 : 4.18 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996 : 26.7 kg/mkg

Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1996 : 29 kg/mkg

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1996 : 21.04 kg/mkg

Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1996 : 26.75 kg/mkg

Speed

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996 : approximately 200 km/h (124.30 mph)

Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1996 : approximately 160 km/h (99.40 mph)

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1996 : approximately 170 km/h (105.60 mph)

Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1996 : approximately 180 km/h (111.80 mph)

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momoy86 Model 1995

happy owner of a california 95 1100 I i would like to find a gel battery smaller than the original one, can we put a less powerful battery? the reason is that the battery compartment is not easy. thank you all . momoy 86 09/11/2025 10:12 Rating : 5/5 Respond to momoy86

AL Model 1997

Very good motorcycle, sensitive and comfortable, swallows the road like a real tourer, it has nothing to envy with Harley I had 5 or other, a real nugget with a twin noise pleasant and soft. 27 years old, my calif 1100 is a sure vintage. 06/10/2024 20:30 Rating : 5/5 Respond to AL

Alain Model 1997

very sturdy motorcycle used to Harleys the weight of the california is well balanced with a real pleasure to ride, less engine vibration, point of attack for the turns super nothing to say; ballade, its very robust heart is guaranteed to take us far far dand time the must of the motorcycle. And I've been riding since I was 17, I'm now 74 and still a fervent biker . longet.artistescotes.com 04/29/2024 07:00 Rating : 4/5 Respond to Alain

Carbus ou injection sur Calif 1100 ?

gillou Model 1994

i'm about to buy a 1994 guzzi california 1100 and this bike has 2 carburetors while the files i've seen on this site talk about injection for the year 1994
is this normal? 02/26/2019 20:41 Rating : 1/5 Respond to gillou

Greg Rattin membre de l'équipe Logo en petite résolution du site motoplanete

Yes, this generation of California was offered in two versions: either with carburetors or fuel injection. The final switch to fuel injection was made in 1997. 03/03/2019 22:36 Rating : 5/5 Participate in the conversation

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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996

What is the power of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996?: The 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996 develops a power of 73 ch (72 hp)
What is the torque of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996?: The maximum torque of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996 is 9.40 mkg to 5,000 rpm.
What is the maximum speed of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996?: The 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 200 km/h (124.30 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996?: The 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996 has a a dry weight of 251 kg (553 lb).
What is the fuel consumption of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996?: Average fuel consumption is estimated at 5.90 l/100km (0.40 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
QWhat is the seat height of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996?: To ensure good accessibility, the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996 offers a minimum seat height of 780 mm (30.71 in).
What is the price of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996?: The price of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1996 is 13,490€ in France

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