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Moto Guzzi California 1400: A Review

Introduction

The Moto Guzzi California 1400 is a stunning cruiser bike that has been around since 2013. It is perfect for long rides on the highway.

Engine

The bike is powered by a transverse V-twin engine that produces 95 bhp of power. The engine is known for its fat torque and smoothness.

Features

The bike is equipped with ABS, rider modes, and traction control as standard. The bike is also available in a Touring version that comes with panniers, cruise control, and three fuel modes.

Handling

The handling is far better than its on-paper weight and bulk suggest. Ground clearance isn’t bad for a custom and the radial Brembo stoppers aren’t half bad either. Despite the California’s 337kg wet weight, it is surprisingly manageable at low speed.

Design

The new Moto Guzzi California 1400 is a fabulous looking bike, it’s sophisticated and, dare I say it, sexy, too – it’s a successful modern twist on a classic design.

Performance

On the move, the Moto Guzzi California’s big transverse V-twin is impressively smooth. There’s so much torque the rev counter isn’t really needed. The big Guzzi will happily pull from as low as 2000rpm in the first five gears. Sixth is more like an over-drive. Cog down the heel and toe shift and, for such a heavyweight, the Cali has an impressive turn of pace, too.

Reliability

The build quality seems high and the heel boards even have plastic sliders to protect them should you start to corner hard. Our Moto Guzzi California 1400 owners’ reviews show a few minor mechanical issues but nothing that should put you off taking one for a test ride.

Value

The Moto Guzzi California is cheaper than a Harley but more expensive than a Japanese cruiser. The Touring comes with panniers, three fuel modes, traction control, and cruise control as standard.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the Moto Guzzi California 1400 is a fantastic motorcycle that is perfect for long rides on the highway. The bike is equipped with ABS, rider modes, and traction control as standard. The bike is also available in a Touring version that comes with panniers, cruise control, and three fuel modes. The bike is well-equipped for its age and handles really well. The handling is far better than its on-paper weight and bulk suggest. The bike is a fabulous looking bike, it’s sophisticated and, dare I say it, sexy, too – it’s a successful modern twist on a classic design. The build quality seems high and the heel boards even have plastic sliders to protect them should you start to corner hard. Our Moto Guzzi California 1400 owners’ reviews show a few minor mechanical issues but nothing that should put you off taking one for a test ride.