Touring Motorcycles

2014Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring

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The 2014 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring is a heavyweight cruiser-touring bike built for long-distance riders seeking comfort and classic Italian style. Its 1380cc V-twin engine delivers predictable torque for highway cruising, while the shaft drive and six-speed transmission provide smooth power delivery. Best suited to experienced riders valuing heritage and practicality over sport performance, it excels as a refined touring companion.

Capacity: 1380.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 322.0 kg
Seat height: 740 mm
Power: 96.0 HP (70.6 kW) @ 6500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2014 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring

vs the 2013

Spec	2013	2014
Wet weight	322.1 kg (710.1 pounds)	370.0 kg (815.7 pounds)

Other years 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering40%

City riding40%

Daily riding55%

Touring92%

Two-up85%

Track15%

Best for: Built for relaxed, long-distance highway cruising with a torquey shaft-driven V-twin rather than for outright speed or sporty cornering.
Built for: A classic, character-laden cruiser-tourer with distinctive V-twin throb, chrome styling, and unhurried, torque-driven power delivery.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp handling, off-road capability, or a lightweight bike for quick city commuting.

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 740mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2014 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring, 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: 96.0 HP (70.6 kW) @ 6500 RPM
Torque: 120.0 Nm (12.2 kgf-m) @ 2750 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2981 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 104.0 x 81.2 mm
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: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1665 mm
Overall length: 2445 mm
Overall width: 1030 mm
Overall height: 1460 mm
Seat height: 740 mm
Dry weight: 322.0 kg
Wet weight: 370.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 20.50 litres
Ground clearance: 165 mm
Carrying capacity: Saddle bags

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Closed double-cradle tubular steel frame with elastokinematic engine fastening
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°
Trail: 152 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS
Rear brakes diameter: 280 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 130/70-18
Rear tyre: 200/60-16

Other

Color options: Black
Comments: Windscreen

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	2017	2018	2020
Capacity	1380 cc	1380 cc	1400 cc	1380 cc	1380 cc	1380 cc
Dry weight	322 kg	322 kg	322 kg	322 kg	322 kg	326 kg
Seat height	740 mm	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	20.5 L