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Moto Guzzi California Classic 2008

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2008 Moto Guzzi California Classic

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If there is an elixir for long life, Moto Guzzi California knows all about it. It has emerged unscathed from the changeover from one millennium to the next and brought a freer, more relaxed version of motorcycling to entire generations.

General information
Model:	Moto Guzzi California Classic
Year:	2008
Category:	Custom / cruiser
Rating:	74.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Engine and transmission
Displacement:	1064.00 ccm (64.93 cubic inches)
Engine type:	V2, four-stroke
Power:	72.41 HP (52.9 kW)) @ 6400 RPM
Torque:	94.00 Nm (9.6 kgf-m or 69.3 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Compression:	9.8:1
Bore x stroke:	92.0 x 80.0 mm (3.6 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel system:	Injection. Magneti Marelli IAW alfa-n system Multipoint phased sequential fuel injection;
Ignition:	Magneti Marelli IAW 15RC electronic digital ignition with inductive spark
Lubrication system:	Forced lobes, with geared pump and pressure regulator
Cooling system:	Air
Gearbox:	5-speed
Transmission type, final drive:	Shaft drive (cardan)
Clutch:	Single disc, dry, with mechanical control
Exhaust system:	Steel, 2 tubes connected to an expansion room, that is connected to 2 steel mufflers. Catalyzed with Lambda probe (EURO 2)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type:	Detachable tubular duplex cradle in special high-strengh steel
Rake (fork angle):	29.0°
Trail:	116 mm (4.6 inches)
Front suspension:	Marzocchi hydraulic telescopic fork, 45 mm
Front suspension travel:	330 mm (13.0 inches)
Rear suspension:	Swing arm with 2 hydraulic shock absorbers
Rear suspension travel:	330 mm (13.0 inches)
Front tyre dimensions:	110/90-18
Rear tyre dimensions:	150/70-17
Front brakes:	Single disc
Front brakes diameter:	320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes:	Single disc
Rear brakes diameter:	282 mm (11.1 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight:	251.0 kg (553.4 pounds)
Power/weight ratio:	0.2885 HP/kg
Seat height:	780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height:	1,150 mm (45.3 inches)
Overall length:	2,380 mm (93.7 inches)
Overall width:	815 mm (32.1 inches)
Ground clearance:	190 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheelbase:	1,560 mm (61.4 inches)
Fuel capacity:	19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)
Other specifications
Starter:	Electric
Color options:	Grigio Trend
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