2009 Moto Guzzi California Vintage

2009 Moto Guzzi California Vintage pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Touring
MSRP
$14,990
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Touring
Manufacturer Country
Italy
Introduction Year
2007
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Moto Guzzi
Display Name
California Vintage
Year
2009
Make
Moto Guzzi
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)
72.4 / 54
Horsepower RPM
6400
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
69.3 / 94
Torque RPM
5000
Cooling
Air
Valves
4
Valves Per Cylinder
2
Valve Configuration
OHV
Bore (mm/in)
92 / 3.62
Stroke (mm/in)
80 / 3.15
Displacement (cc/ci)
1064 / 64.9
Compression Ratio
9.8:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion Brand
Magneti Marelli
Fuel Injector
Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
40
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
5
Overdrive
Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Shaft
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)
Gear
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5)
2 / 1.39 / 1.05 / 0.87 / 0.75
Reverse
No
Heel Toe Shifter
Standard
Wheels Composition
Steel
Front Wheel Width (in)
2.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)
3.5
Front Tire Width
110
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
90
Front Tire Speed Rating
VB
Front Wheel Diameter
18
Rear Tire Width
140
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Rear Tire Speed Rating
VB
Rear Wheel Diameter
17
Front Tire (Full Spec)
110/90 VB18
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
140/70 VB17
Brake Brand Name
Brembo(R) Oro
Front Brake Type
Dual Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
12.6 / 320
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
11.1 / 282
Linked Brake System Front to Rear
Standard
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.8 / 45
Front Travel (in/mm)
5.5 / 140
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Front Suspension Brand Name
Marzocchi
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)
3.8 / 96
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
2
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
7.81
Width (in/mm)
32.1 / 815
Height (in/mm)
54.7 / 1390
Wheelbase (in/mm)
61.4 / 1560
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
7.5 / 190
Length (ft/ft)
7
Length (ft/in)
9.7
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
580 / 263.1
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
5 / 19
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)
1 / 4
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
1.83
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
30.7 / 780
Number Of Seats
2
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Steel
Floor Board Location
Driver
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Passenger
Adjustable
No
Chain Guard
No
Drive Shaft Guard
Yes
Engine Case Guard
Yes
Fork Guards
No
Saddle Bag Guard
Yes
Tank Guard
No
Belt Guard
No
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Heel Guards
No
Light Guard
No
Side Cover
Yes
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Handlebars
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Warranty (Months)
24
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Side Case Mount
Standard
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Paint
Standard
Folding
Yes
Windshield Lowers
No
Height Adjustable
No
Tinted
Yes
Height
High
Side Case Material
Vinyl
Number Of Side Cases
2
Location
Left and Right Side
Side Storage Mount
Standard
Underseat Storage
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Rear Rack
Standard
Bag Liners
Standard
Helmet Locks
Standard
Fog Lights
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Power Outlet
Standard
Handlebar Lock
Standard
User Reviews
5 reviews
  • Junk
    By  (I am an Owner) on Mar 26, 2011

    I bought this bike online for a reasonable price.[from a very reputable dealer].He promised a money back satisfaction guarantee.It was shipped to my house,and was absolutely beautiful...end of love affair.The tach didn*t work,I took it out for a 10 mile drive,and found the left rear turn signal hanging ...

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  • It's All In The Dealer
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 06, 2009

    I ORDERED my 2009 California Vintage ("CalVin") through the local dealer (MPH Cycles) sight-unseen. MPH is reputedly one of the best Guzzi dealers in the country. Price wasgood, too, as they didin't have to floor-plan it.

    Now have nearly 2000 miles completely trouble-free, mostly commuter ...

    The popular saying amongst Guzzi owners is that the first 5,000 miles is troublesome, but the next 100,000 will be trouble-free. I believe I lucked-out with both a good specimen and a great dealer, so I may have skipped-over the troublesome parts.

    Re: problems in previous posts:

    Lean running at start-up: check with the dealer for a revised computer "map". MPH remapped mine at prep.

    Electrical problems: many of these are traceable to poor prep at a mediocre dealer, and loose connectors or bad switches.

    Generally, this is a fantastic motorcyle IF you get it from an excellent dealer. Hang around the service folks at your dealer. If they aren't exceptionally qualified, go someplace else.

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  • Moto Guzzi???
    By  (I am an Enthusiast) on Sep 09, 2009

    From what I have read on-line, the MG California Vintage LOOKS great and runs lousy. One would think after all these years the Italians would finally get it right, right? Guess not. BMW all the way for me folks. Motorcycles should be very very reliable. BMW has it. MG wishes they had it.

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  • Guzzi Displeasure
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 04, 2009

    I purchase my 2009 Cal Vin with great optimism. Unfortunatley, I've had mine in the shop three times in 8 months; all electrical and quality problems. The ride is not that great as I read and heard. Performance in not...lacks power and throttle response. The bike is not very nimble or rider friendly ...

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  • California Vintage--Problem
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jun 01, 2009

    I've put 1,500 miles on my new California Vintage, and I'm disturbed by how poorly it continues to perform when cold. For the first ten minutes of riding in 50-60 degree weather, it hesitates and sputters when I lay on the throttle, sometimes to the point of almost dying. Sadly, it accelerates ...

    After ten minutes of riding, the performance improves remarkably.

    I've had the bike in the shop twice now for diagnostics, and the mechanics are stupefied.

    Does anyone know what the problem might be?

    Thanks,

    wrypfeiffer@aol.com

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