Cruisers

2005Moto Guzzi California Aluminium

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The 2005 Moto Guzzi California Aluminium is a classic Italian cruiser with a transverse V-twin and polished details. Its air-cooled 1,064cc V-twin makes 73.8 hp and 88.5 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive. A 750 mm seat and 19-litre tank suit relaxed touring.

Capacity: 1064.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 251.0 kg
Seat height: 750 mm
Power: 73.8 HP (54.3 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering40%

City riding45%

Daily riding60%

Touring80%

Two-up75%

Track15%

Best for: Built for relaxed, long-distance cruising and boulevard riding rather than outright speed or sport performance.
Built for: A classic air-cooled V-twin cruiser with traditional Moto Guzzi charm, offering smooth torque delivery and a laid-back, old-school riding feel.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or high-speed sport riding.

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

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Units

At 750mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2005 Moto Guzzi California Aluminium, 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: 1064.0 ccm
Power: 73.8 HP (54.3 kW)
Torque: 88.5 Nm (9.0 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin
Power/weight ratio: 0.2940 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 92.0 x 80.0 mm
Compression: 9.8:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Magneti Marelli IAW electronic digital ignition
Valves per cylinder: 2
Lubrication system: Wet sump, forced oil, cartridge filter

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Single disc, dry

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1560 mm
Overall length: 2380 mm
Overall width: 800 mm
Overall height: 1240 mm
Seat height: 750 mm
Dry weight: 251.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 19.00 litres
Ground clearance: 190 mm
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Detachable tubular duplex cradle
Front suspension: Marzocchi 45 mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Swing arm with 2 hydraulic shock absorbers with preload adjustment
Front wheel travel: 140 mm
Rear wheel travel: 104 mm
Rake (fork angle): 29.0°
Trail: 116 mm