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Moto Guzzi California Vintage - 2009 Specifications and Reviews
The 2009 Moto Guzzi California Vintage is a cruiser designed for riders seeking classic styling with modern fuel injection reliability. Its 1064cc V-twin engine delivers smooth, accessible torque ideal for relaxed highway cruising and city riding. Best known for authentic retro aesthetics combined with dependable Italian engineering and timeless cruiser appeal.
General information | |
| Category | Classic |
| Year | 2009 |
| Model | Moto Guzzi California Vintage |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Dual disc dry with mechanical control |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Lubrication system | Forced lobes, with geared pump and pressure regulator |
| Starter | Electric |
| Ignition | Magneti Marelli IAW 15RC electronic digital ignition with inductive spark |
| Fuel control | OHV |
| Fuel system | Injection. Magneti Marelli IAW alfa-n system Multipoint phased sequential fuel injection; |
| Bore x stroke | 92.0 x 80.0 mm (3.6 x 3.1 inches) |
| Compression | 9.8:1 |
| Torque | 94.00 |
| Power | 72.41 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V2 |
| Capacity: | 1064.00 ccm (64.93 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,560 mm (61.4 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 190 mm (7.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 815 mm (32.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,380 mm (93.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,390 mm (54.7 inches) |
| Seat height | 780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 263.0 kg (579.8 pounds) |
Moto Guzzi California Vintage dimensions and frame | |
| Exhaust system | Steel, 2 tubes connected to an expansion room, that is connected to 2 steel mufflers; three-way catalyzer with Lambda sensor (Euro 3) |
| Rear brakes diameter | 282 mm (11.1 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Brembo stainless steel floating disc, 2 piston calipers |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Brembo Serie Oro stainless steel floating disc, 4 piston calipers |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 140/70-VB17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 110/90-VB18 |
| Rear suspension travel | 96 mm (3.8 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Swing arm with 2 hydraulic shock absorbers |
| Front suspension travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Front suspension | Marzocchi hydraulic telescopic fork, 45 mm, adjustable separately |
| Trail | 116 mm (4.6 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 29.0° |
| Frame type | Detachable tubular duplex cradle in special high-strengh steel |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2753 HP/kg |
Other specs | |
| Color options | Black |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.00 litres (1.06 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 19.00 litres (5.02 gallons) |
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