Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom 2014 vs. BMW R 18 2020

Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom 2014

Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom 2014

BMW R 18 2020

BMW R 18 2020

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Overview - Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom 2014 vs BMW R 18 2020

Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom 2014

Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom 2014

BMW R 18 2020

BMW R 18 2020

Technical Specifications Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom 2014 compared to BMW R 18 2020

Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom 2014
BMW R 18 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore104 mmBore107.1 mm
StrokeStroke81.2 mmStroke100 mm
Engine powerEngine power96 HPEngine power91 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power4,750 rpm
TorqueTorque120 NmTorque168 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque2,750 rpmRpm at Torque3,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.5 Compression Ratio9.6
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,380 ccmDisplacement1,802 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width130 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width200 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height65 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,445 mmLength2,440 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,685 mmWheelbase1,731 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height740 mmSeat Height690 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20.5 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom 2014

Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom 2014

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 18 2020

BMW R 18 2020

The BMW R 18 is a beautifully made motorbike. Everything about it is genuine. The big boxer will delight friends of the BMW brand, but also friends of extroverted mechanical motorbike technology. In driving mode, the engine is pleasant to dose and thus fits well with the accessible handling. The equipment options are almost limitless. In terms of driving dynamics, chassis and electronics package, BMW is not breaking any new ground. It is a well-made classic beautiful cruiser. The seating position heats up the tempers. During the test ride, however, the journalists coped well with it. It tends to be a little more difficult to sit on the bike with long legs.

Authentic appearance

elaborately staged, beautifully air-cooled boxer engine

pleasant metering, good pull

wide range of driving modes

high-quality and loving details

many options for customisation

precise gearbox

easy handling.

Roughly controlled traction control

no foot-forward seating position possible - somewhat annoying for long legs

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom vs BMW R 18

Price Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom

Unfortunately, the data available to us is not sufficient to provide meaningful price information for this model.

Price BMW R 18

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