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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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Key facts Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA (1997) : What you need to know before you buy

Highlights

  • Engine
  • Character
  • Aesthetics
  • Freinage

Weak points

  • Price
  • Finition
  • Gearbox
  • Lack of equipment

Prices

Basic version
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13,490€

Bikers' reviews

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Performance

Specifications Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997

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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Compare the 1100 CALIFORNIA to its competitors

Acceleration

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997 Undisclosed
Honda VT 750 SHADOW C2 1997 : 6.5 s
BMW R 1200 C 1997 : 5.3 s
Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1997 Undisclosed
Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1997 : 5 s

Fuel consumption

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997 : 5.90 liters/100km (0.40 mpg)
Honda VT 750 SHADOW C2 1997 : 5.30 liters/100km (0.44 mpg)
BMW R 1200 C 1997 : 6.30 liters/100km (0.37 mpg)
Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1997 : 6.70 liters/100km (0.35 mpg)
Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1997 : 7.20 liters/100km (0.33 mpg)

Range

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997 : 322 km (200 miles)
Honda VT 750 SHADOW C2 1997 : 264 km (164 miles)
BMW R 1200 C 1997 : 278 km (173 miles)
Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1997 : 194 km (121 miles)
Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1997 : 250 km (155 miles)

Torque

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997 : 9.4 mkg
Honda VT 750 SHADOW C2 1997 : 6.5 mkg
BMW R 1200 C 1997 : 10 mkg
Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1997 : 11.5 mkg
Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1997 : 11.4 mkg

Power

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997 : 73 ch (72 hp)
Honda VT 750 SHADOW C2 1997 : 46 ch (45.40 hp)
BMW R 1200 C 1997 : 61 ch (60.20 hp)
Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1997 : 65 ch (64.10 hp)
Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1997 : 74 ch (73 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997 : 3.49 kg/ch
Honda VT 750 SHADOW C2 1997 : 5.04 kg/ch
BMW R 1200 C 1997 : 4.25 kg/ch
Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1997 : 3.78 kg/ch
Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1997 : 4.18 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997 : 26.7 kg/mkg
Honda VT 750 SHADOW C2 1997 : 35.23 kg/mkg
BMW R 1200 C 1997 : 25.6 kg/mkg
Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1997 : 21.04 kg/mkg
Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1997 : 26.75 kg/mkg

Speed

Moto-Guzzi 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997 : approximately 200 km/h (124.30 mph)
Honda VT 750 SHADOW C2 1997 : approximately 150 km/h (93.20 mph)
BMW R 1200 C 1997 : 180 km/h (111.80 mph)
Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1997 : approximately 170 km/h (105.60 mph)
Yamaha 1300 ROYAL STAR 1997 : approximately 180 km/h (111.80 mph)
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Bikers' reviews Leave a review - 4 reviews

batterie
French 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 Rating : 5/5
French 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. Rating : 5/5
French 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 Rating : 4/5
Carbus ou injection sur Calif 1100 ?
French 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? Rating : 1/5
French 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. Rating : 5/5
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997

What is the power of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997?
The 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997 develops a power of 73 ch (72 hp)
What is the torque of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997?
The maximum torque of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997 is 9.40 mkg to 5,000 rpm.
What is the maximum speed of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997?
The 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997 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 1997?
The 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997 has a a dry weight of 251 kg (553 lb).
What is the fuel consumption of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997?
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 1997?
To ensure good accessibility, the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997 offers a minimum seat height of 780 mm (30.71 in).
What is the price of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997?
The price of the 1100 CALIFORNIA 1997 is 13,490€ in France

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