Touring Motorcycles
2016Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring
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The 2016 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring is a heavyweight cruiser designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and style. Known for its iconic V-twin engine, relaxed ergonomics, and classic Italian design, it excels at highway touring with integrated saddlebags and ample fuel capacity. Best suited for experienced riders prioritizing low-stress, leisurely cruising over sport performance.
- 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 (70.1 kW) @ 6500 RPM
What’s new for the 2016 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring
vs the 2015| Spec | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 1400.0 ccm (85.43 cubic inches) | 1380.0 ccm (84.21 cubic inches) |
| Front suspension | 46mm telescopic fork | 46 mm hydraulic telescopic fork, with radial calliper mounting brackets. |
| Rear suspension | Dual shocks adjustable spring preload | Swingarm with double shock absorber with adjustable spring preload. No rebound adjustment on rear shock. |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS | Double disc. Stainless steel floating discs, Brembo radial callipers with 4 horizontally opposed pistons. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS | Single disc. Stainless steel fixed disc, Brembo floating calliper with 2 parallel pistons. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 1380.0 ccm
- Power
- 96.0 HP (70.1 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
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 5.00 litres
- Carrying capacity
- Saddle bags
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Closed double-cradle tubular steel frame with elastokinematic engine fastening
- Front suspension
- 46 mm hydraulic telescopic fork, with radial calliper mounting brackets.
- Rear suspension
- Swingarm with double shock absorber with adjustable spring preload. No rebound adjustment on rear shock.
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 110 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 32.0°
- Trail
- 152 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Stainless steel floating discs, Brembo radial callipers with 4 horizontally opposed pistons.
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Stainless steel fixed disc, Brembo floating calliper with 2 parallel pistons.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 280 mm
- Front tyre
- 130/70-18
- Rear tyre
- 200/60-16
Other
- Color options
- Black, red, white
- 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 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1380 cc | 1400 cc | 1380 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 |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring?
The 2016 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring has a Capacity of 1380.0 ccm (84.21 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring have?
The 2016 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring has a Power of 96.0 HP (70.1 kW) @ 6500 RPM.
How many gears does the Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring have?
The 2016 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring?
The 2016 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring has a Torque of 120.0 Nm (12.2 kgf-m or 88.5 ft.lbs) @ 2750 RPM.
How much does the Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring weigh?
The 2016 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring has a Dry weight of 322.0 kg (709.9 pounds).
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