Moto Guzzi California II
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| Moto Guzzi California II | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 1981 |
| Class | Classic |
| Engine | Air cooled, four stroke, transverse V-twin cylinder, OHC, 2 valve per cylinder |
| Bore / Stroke | 87.9mm x 87.9mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.2:1 |
| Horsepower | 59.0 HP (44.0 KW) @ 6750RPM |
| Torque | 47.94 ft/lbs (65.0 Nm) @ 5750RPM |
| Fuel System | Carburetors |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-Speed Final Drive: Shaft |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks Rear: Dual Koni shocks 5-way preload |
| Brakes | Front: Dual Discs Rear: Single Disc |
| Front Tire | 110/90 V18 |
| Rear Tire | 120/90 V18 |
| Weight | 260.0 kg (wet) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Moto Guzzi California II was a Air cooled, four stroke, transverse V-twin cylinder, OHC, 2 valve per cylinder Classic motorcycle produced by Moto Guzzi in 1981. Max torque was 47.94 ft/lbs (65.0 Nm) @ 5750 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 59.0 HP (44.0 KW) @ 6750 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 87.9mm bore x 87.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 949.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 110/90 V18 front tire and a 120/90 V18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Dual Discs in the front and a Single Disc in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Dual Koni shocks 5-way preload.
1981 - 1987 Moto Guzzi California II[edit | edit source]
Launch of the second generation: The California II is the first numbered. The crankshaft, gearbox and housing are adapted from the Le Mans III and cylinder heads and frame geometry are modified.