Moto Guzzi California 1100 i.e. / EV: specs and comparison
Moto Guzzi California 1100 i.e. / EV (Touring, 1997-2005): 1064 cc engine, 55 kW / 74 bhp, 272 kg, seat height 750 mm. Licence: Full A only.
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Moto Guzzi California 1100 i.e. / EV1997-2005 · 1064 cc · 55 kW
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Specs
EV / Special / Special Sport (1997-2005)
| Years | 1997-2005 |
|---|---|
| Type | Touring |
| Licence | Full A only |
| Engine | 1064 cc, 2 cyl. |
| Power | 55 kW / 74 bhp |
| Weight | 272 kg (wet or dry not stated) |
| Seat height | 750 mm |
| Suspension travel | no data |
| Max load | no data |
| ABS | no ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | shaft, manual |
| Tank | 19 l |
| Fuel use | 40 mpg (7 l/100 km) |
| Range on one tank | 150 miles |
| Used price (estimate) | £5,100 - £7,500 |
Why it's worth it
- Comfortable riding position
- Stable on the motorway
- Good for riding two-up
- Easy to fit luggage
- Low seat: up to 780 mm
Watch out
- Little wind protection
- Small dealer network
- Heavy: 230 kg or more
What to check on a used one
- Service history: stamps and invoices
- Clutch: slipping under load, heavy lever
- Electrical connectors: corrosion, lights, switches
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Questions
Is the Moto Guzzi California 1100 i.e. / EV A2-legal?
We can't confirm it: 55 kW is within the 70 kW limit, but we know of no approved 35 kW restrictor kit for this bike. Ask a dealer before you buy.
What is the seat height of the Moto Guzzi California 1100 i.e. / EV?
750 mm. Whether you reach the ground also depends on the seat width: the finder estimates it from your height and inside leg.
How much does the Moto Guzzi California 1100 i.e. / EV weigh?
272 kg (wet or dry not stated).
What is the fuel use and range of the Moto Guzzi California 1100 i.e. / EV?
About 40 mpg (7 l/100 km); with the 19 l tank that is roughly 150 miles (240 km) before the fuel light comes on.
Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.