2006 Moto Guzzi California Vintage Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Moto Guzzi's touring motorcycle lineup, the 2006 Moto Guzzi California Vintage utilizes a 1064 cc (64.9 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 94 Nm (69.3 lb-ft) at 5,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 92.0 x 80.0 mm (3.6 x 3.1 inches) with a 9.8:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the California Vintage measures 263 kg (580 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,560 mm (61.4 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability.
Within MotoLibrary's Moto Guzzi archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2006 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Engine
Displacement1064.0 ccm (64.93 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Torque94.0 Nm (9.6 kgf-m or 69.3 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Compression9.8:1
Bore x Stroke92.0 x 80.0 mm (3.6 x 3.1 inches)
IgnitionMagneti Marelli IAW 15RC electronic digital ignition with inductive spark
LubricationForced lobes, with geared pump and pressure regulator
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
ClutchDual disc dry with mechanical control
Performance
ExhaustSteel, 2 tubes connected to an expansion room, that is connected to 2 steel mufflers; three-way catalyzer with Lambda sensor (Euro 3)
Chassis
Frame TypeDetachable tubular duplex cradle in special high-strengh steel
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Torque
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Weight
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
