Cruisers

2016Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom

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The 2016 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom is a cruiser designed for riders seeking classic Italian styling with modern performance. Known for its powerful V-twin engine and commanding presence, it excels as a long-distance tourer with comfortable ergonomics and substantial fuel capacity. The bike appeals to experienced cruiser enthusiasts who value heritage, handling, and refinement over aggressive sportiness.

Capacity: 1380.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 318.0 kg
Seat height: 740 mm
Power: 95.2 HP (69.5 kW) @ 6500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2016 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom

vs the 2015

Spec	2015	2016
Wheelbase	1665 mm (65.6 inches)	1685 mm (66.3 inches)

Other years 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering40%

City riding45%

Daily riding60%

Touring72%

Two-up68%

Track10%

Best for: Built for relaxed boulevard cruising and long, easy highway miles rather than aggressive sport riding.
Built for: A classic, torque-rich V-twin cruiser with shaft drive smoothness and old-school Italian character, prioritizing laid-back grunt over outright speed.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or track-day performance.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 740mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1380.0 ccm
Power: 95.2 HP (69.5 kW) @ 6500 RPM
Torque: 120.0 Nm (12.2 kgf-m) @ 2750 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2994 HP/kg (dry)
Compression: 10.5:1
Cooling system: Oil & air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Ride by Wire with integral management of 3 engine maps
Valves per cylinder: 2

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Single-disc with integrated anti-vibration buffer

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1685 mm
Overall length: 2445 mm
Overall width: 1030 mm
Seat height: 740 mm
Dry weight: 318.0 kg
Wet weight: 321.6 kg
Fuel capacity: 20.50 litres
Ground clearance: 165 mm
Reserve fuel capacity: 5.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Steel tubing, closed double cradle with elastic-kinematic engine mounting system to isolate vibrations.
Front suspension: 46mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Dual shocks adjustable spring preload
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 110 mm
Rake (fork angle): 32.0°

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Stainless steel floating discs, 4-piston Brembo radial calipers
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Stainless steel fixed disc, 2-piston Brembo floating caliper .
Rear brakes diameter: 282 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 130/70-R18
Rear tyre: 200/60-R16

Other

Color options: Black, grey, blue

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017
Capacity	1380 cc	1380 cc	1380 cc	1380 cc	1380 cc
Dry weight	322 kg	322 kg	318 kg	318 kg	303 kg
Seat height	740 mm	740 mm	740 mm	740 mm	740 mm
Fuel capacity	20.5 L	20.5 L	20.5 L	20.5 L	20.5 L