Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring (2013 – 2014)

Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring (2013 - 2014)

The California 1400 Touring embodies the essence of Moto Guzzi’s heritage and innovation, blending style and performance in a unique way. Assembled by hand in the Mandello del Lario plant, this luxury bike represents a turning point in the brand’s history, combining cutting-edge technology with the timeless appeal of a classic design.

Its storied past is a testament to its enduring popularity, having been a police bike in the LAPD fleet since 1970 and going on to become a cultural icon. Seven generations of the California have been produced, with four engine capacities, and over 100,000 units manufactured to date.

On the road, the California 1400 Touring is a masterclass in comfort and touring capability, with a 1,400cc V-twin engine delivering a rich, throaty soundtrack and effortless acceleration. The perfect blend of style and substance, this bike is an experience that will leave you wanting more, and begging to be taken on the open road for miles on end.

Key Specifications

Engine TypeFour stroke, 90 V-twin, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Engine Capacity84.2 cubic inches / 1380 cc
Max Power96 hp /71 kW@ 6500 rpm
Max Torque89 ft/lb / 120 Nm @ 2750 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity20.5 Litres / 5.4 gal
Weight (Wet/Kerb)761 lbs / 336.5 kg
Seat Height29.1 inches / 736.6 mm
Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring (2013 - 2014)

All Specifications

Make & Model

ModelMoto Guzzi California 1400 Touring
Year2013 – 2014

Engine

Engine TypeFour stroke, 90 V-twin, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Displacement84.2 cubic inches / 1380 cc
Bore x Stroke104 x 81.2 mm
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Max Horsepower96 hp /71 kW@ 6500 rpm
Max Torque89 ft/lb / 120 Nm @ 2750 rpm
Lubrication SystemWet sump
Cooling SystemAir/ oil cooled
ExhaustStainless steel, 2-in-2 type, three-way catalytic converter with double lambda probe

Performance

Top Speedn/a

Transmission

ClutchSingle-disc with integrated anti-vibration buffer
Gearbox6 speeds with final overdrive
Gear Ratios1st 17/38 = 1 : 2.235 2nd 20/34 = 1 : 1.700 3rd 23/31 = 1 : 1.348 4th 26/29 = 1 : 1.115 5th 31/30 = 1 : 0.968 6th 30/24 = 1 : 0.8
Final DriveShaft

Electrical & Electronics System

Battery12V – 18 Ah
StarterElectric

Chassis & Suspension

Frame TypeSteel tubing, closed double cradle with elastic kinematic engine mounting system to isolate vibrations.
Front SuspensionStandard swingarm, 46 mm, with radial calliper mounting bracket and telescopes on the stanchions
Front Suspension Travel4.7 inches / 120 mm
Rear SuspensionSwingarm with double shock absorber with adjustable spring preload.
Rear Suspension Travel4.3 inches / 110 mm
Trail38

Wheels & Brakes

Front Tire Size130/70 R18
Rear Wheel/Rim SizeAluminium alloy 6.00 x 16
Rear Tire Size200/60 R16
Front Brakes2×320 mm stainless steel floating discs, Brembo radial callipers with 4 horizontally opposed pistons
Rear BrakesSingle282 mm stainless steel fixed disc, Brembo floating calliper with 2 parallel pistons

Dimension & Weights

Seat Height29.1 inches / 736.6 mm
Wheelbase66 inches / 1676.4 mm
Ground Clearance165 mm / 6.4 in
Fuel Tank Capacity20.5 Litres / 5.4 gal
Wet (kerb/curb) Weight761 lbs / 336.5 kg
Dry Weight322 Kg / 700.8 lbs

Features

  • Hand-assembled in the Mandello del Lario plant
  • Representing the turning point in Moto Guzzi history
  • Polarisising style into two opposite personalities
  • Combining reference technologies and performance
  • Available in Touring and Custom models
  • 40-year career of the original California model
  • Over 100,000 units manufactured
  • Seven generations of the California model
  • Four engine capacities: 750, 850, 1000, 1100
  • Known for style, comfort, reliability, and performance
  • Reconciles comfort and cargo capacity with dynamic nature and performance
  • Exclusive, impressive, and capable of enhancing brand nobility
  • Symbol of the Moto Guzzi brand and made in Italy
  • Reference point in motorcycle history
  • Combining innovation and style
  • Representing a culture and capability of building unique bikes since 1921
Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring (2013 - 2014)
Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring (2013 - 2014)
Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring (2013 - 2014)
Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring (2013 - 2014)

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