Moto Guzzi California 850

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Moto Guzzi California 850
Manufacturer
Also called V7850 California, V7 850 California, V 7850 California, V 7 850 California, 850 California, 850 T 3 California
Production 1972 - 1985
Class Classic
Engine
air-cooled, 4-stroke, V-twin
Bore / Stroke 83.8mm x 83.8mm
Compression ratio 9.5:1
Top Speed 93 mph (150 km/h)
Horsepower 67.99 HP (50.7 KW) @ 7000RPM
Fuel System carburetor 2x32mm DellOrto VHB
Transmission Gear box: 5-speed, manual

Final Drive: shaft

Clutch: wet multi-disc, manual
Suspension Front: telescopic fork
Rear: dual shocks
Brakes Front: dual 300 mm discs, 1-piston calipers
Rear: single 242 mm disc, 1-piston caliper
Front Tire 3.50-18
Rear Tire 4.10-18
Weight 216.0 kg (wet)
Fuel Capacity 6.34 Gallon (24.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California was a air-cooled, 4-stroke, V-twin Classic motorcycle produced by Moto Guzzi between 1972 and 1985. It could reach a top speed of 93 mph (150 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 67.99 HP (50.7 KW) @ 7000 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a air cooled air-cooled, 4-stroke, V-twin. A 83.8mm bore x 83.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 844.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3.50-18 front tire and a 4.10-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual 300 mm discs, 1-piston calipers in the front and a single 242 mm disc, 1-piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a dual shocks. The 850 T 3 California was fitted with a 6.34 Gallon (24.00 Liters) fuel tank.

1972 - 1987 Moto Guzzi California 850[edit | edit source]

1972 - 1987 Moto Guzzi California 850

In 1971, ten years earlier than in Europe broke the custom phenomenon, the Moto Guzzi presented his 850 "California". The bike, with a strong aesthetic personality as well as technical, win a great success in all markets other than the US (which is sold under the name of Eldorado 850 ) to those German and French, arriving in 1974 to set a record of more than twelve thousand units sold , of which four in America.


1975 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California[edit | edit source]

The 1975 MY Moto Guzzi T 3 California has been created for the american market to be in direct competition with the Harley Davidson FLH80. It comes standard with touring-enhancing features, such as a windshield and hard, lockable saddlebags, without affecting its classic 60's cafe racer overall design. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 844cc, V-twin powerplant paired to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce 68 horsepower.


1976 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California[edit | edit source]

1976 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California 1976 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California

The 1976 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 844cc, V-twin powerhouse mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 68 horsepower. Unlike its sibling, the base 850 T, it comes standard with a number of features that enhance its long haul capabilities, such as a big windscreen, hard, lockable saddlebags and a larger, 24 liter fuel tank.


1977 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California[edit | edit source]

1977 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California

If you are a Moto Guzzi fan that wants a machine capable of going the extra mile, than the 1977 MY Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California may be the right choice for you. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 844cc, V-twin powerhouse paired to a five-speed manual transmission. In addition, it comes standard with a large windscreen, hard, lockable saddlebags, a two-up seat and a large, 24 liter fuel tank, which allow it to be used for longer hauls.


1978 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California[edit | edit source]

1978 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California 1978 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California

The engineers from the House of Mandello del Lario have designed the 1978 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California to directly compete with the Harley Davidson FLH80 on the American market. It comes standard with features such as a large windscreen, hard, lockable saddlebags, a two-up seat and a large, 24 liter fuel tank, which give this machine continent-crossing abilities. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 844cc, V-twin powerhouse paired to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce 68 horsepower.


1979 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California[edit | edit source]

1979 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California

The 1979 MY Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 844cc, V-twin powerhouse paired to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce 68 horsepower. It has been designed to be in direct competition with the Harley Davidson Electra Glide FLH 80 on the American market, and addresses classic cruiser fans who want a machine able to go the extra mile.


1980 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California[edit | edit source]

1980 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California

The 1980 MY Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 844cc, V-twin powerhouse paired to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 68 horsepower at 7000 rpm. It comes standard with touring-enhancing features such as a trunk, hard-saddlebags, a big windscreen, a dual seat and a generous, 24 liter fuel tank. The House of Mandello del Lario has designed this two-wheeler to be in direct competition with the Harley Davidsion Electra Glide FLH 80.


1981 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California[edit | edit source]

The House of Mandello del Lario has launched the 1981 MY Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California as a direct competitor on the American market for the Harley Davidson Electra Glide FH80. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 844cc, V-twin powerplant paired to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce 68 horsepower at 7000 rpm. It has a classic, American cruiser overall look, with lots of chrome embellishments on the exhaust, fork and engine accents.


1982 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California[edit | edit source]

1982 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California 1982 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California

The 1982 MY Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 844cc, single cylinder lump paired to a five-speed manual transmission. It addresses Moto Guzzi fans that want a powerful machine, that is also capable of going the extra mile, thanks to standard features such as the big windscreen, dual seat, hard, lockable saddlebags and generous, 25 liter fuel tank.


1983 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California[edit | edit source]

1983 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California

The House of Mandello del Lario has designed the 1983 MY Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California to be in direct competition with the Harley Davidson Electra Glide on the American market. It comes standard with touring-enhancing features such as a large windscreen, a two-up seat, hard, lockable saddlebags and a large, 24 liter fuel tank. In the tech/engine department, it sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 844cc, V-twin powerhouse mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce 68 horsepower.


1984 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California[edit | edit source]

1984 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California 1984 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California

The 1984 MY Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California comes standard with a number of features that enhances its long haul capabilities, such as the large windscreen, the two-up seat, the hard saddlebags and the large, 25 liter fuel tank. The House of Mandello del Lario has designed this machine to be a direct competitor for the Harley Davidson Electra Glide on the American market. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 844cc, V-twin powerplant mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce 68 horsepower.


1985 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California[edit | edit source]

1985 Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California

The 1985 MY Moto Guzzi 850 T 3 California comes with an air-cooled, four-stroke, 844cc, V-twin powerplant mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce 68 horsepower at 7000 rpm. It addresses riders who want powerful touring cruiser, coming standard with a two-up seat with pillion grab rails, a large windscreen, lockable saddlebags and a 25 liter fuel tank.