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51/100Balanced
Power/Weight
0.29 hp/kg
Torque
94 Nm
Engine
1064 ccm
Technical Overview
2012 Moto Guzzi California Black Eagle Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Moto Guzzi's classic motorcycle platform, the 2012 Moto Guzzi California Black Eagle relies on a 1064 cc (64.9 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 73.4 HP (53.6 kW) at 6,400 rpm while maximum torque reaches 94 Nm (69.3 lb-ft) at 5,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 69 HP per liter and a 1,400 rpm working window between peak torque (5,000 rpm) and peak power (6,400 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the California Black Eagle measures 251 kg (553 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.29 HP/kg (3.42 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,560 mm (61.4 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 19-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
69 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.29 HP/kg (3.42 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,000–6,400 rpm
Standover Height
780 mm (30.7 in)
Engine
Displacement1064.0 ccm (64.93 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine Details90° V-Twin. 2 overhead valves moved by light alloy push–rod sand rocker arm with mechanical tappets
Power73.4 HP (53.6 kW)) @ 6400 RPM
Torque94.0 Nm (9.6 kgf-m or 69.3 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. Magneti Marelli IAW alfa-n system Multipoint phased sequential fuel; 2 throttle bodies of 40 mm with injectors Weber IW 031
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionMagneti Marelli IAW 15RC electronic digital ignition with inductive spark
LubricationForced lobes, with geared pump and pressure regulator
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
ClutchDual disc, dry
Driveline5 speed, costant mesh gears with built-in cush drive
Performance
Emission DetailsThree-way catalyzer with Lambda sensor
ExhaustSteel, 2 tubes connected to an expansion room, that is connected to 2 steel mufflers;
Chassis
Frame TypeDetachable tubular duplex cradle in special high-strengh steel
Rake29.0°
Trail116 mm (4.6 inches)
Front SuspensionMarzocchi hydraulic telescopic fork, 45 mm, adjustable separately
Front Travel140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear SuspensionSwing arm with 2 hydraulic shock absorbers
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