1997 - 1999 Moto Guzzi California 1100 EV

Make Model	Moto Guzzi California 1100 EV
Year	1997 - 99
Engine	Four stroke, V twin, longitudinally mounted, OHV, 2 valve per cylinder.
Capacity	1064 cc / 64.9 cu-in
Bore x Stroke	92 x 80 mm
Cooling System	Air cooled
Compression Ratio	9.8:1
Lubrication	Wet sump
Induction	Magneti Marelli IAW Multipoint phased sequential fuel injection
Ignition	Magneti Marelli IAW electronic digital ignition
Starting	Electric
Max Power	74 hp / 53.9 kW @ 6400 rpm
Max Power Rear Tyre	67.8 hp @ 6600 rpm
Max Torque	95 Nm / 70.0 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Clutch	Wet, cable operated
Transmission	5 Speed
Final Drive	Shaft
Frame	Steel, Double cradle frame
Front Suspension	Marzocchi 45 mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Front Wheel Travel	130 mm / 5.1 in
Rear Suspension	Swing arm with 2 hydraulic shock absorbers with preload adjustment
Rear Wheel Travel	89 mm / 3.5 in
Front Brakes	2x 320mm discs 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 282mm disc 2 piston caliper
Front Tyre	110/90-18
Rear Tyre	140/80-17 - 150/70-VB17 (European model)
Trail	116 mm / 4.6 in
Dimensions	Length 2380 mm / 93.7 in Width 815 mm / 32.0 in Height 1150 mm / 45.2 in
Wheelbase	1560 mm / 61.4 in
Seat Height	770 mm / 30.3 in
Dry Weight	251.0 kg / 553.3 lbs
Fuel Capacity	19 Litres / 5.0 US gal
Standing ¼ Mile	13.2 sec / 159.8 km/h
Top Speed	190.4 km/h

The California EV is the latest interpretation of the long-running California series. Refined, with improved build quality and finish, it is essentially the same as the previous models. The air-cooled transverse V-twin engine has a torquey power delivery, but is weak at the top-end. The design's longitudinal crank allows a simple path to the final shaft drive, reducing power losses. There are two versions of the EV: the basic model, with chromed engine bars and cruiser-style cissy bar and pullback handlebars, and a touring version, which has a large windshield. Moto Guzzi released a special version of its California in 2001 to celebrate the firm's 80th anniversary. This California EV 80 is fitted with exclusive leather saddlebags, seat and bar grips.