Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring 2013 vs. Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024

Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring 2013

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024

Overview - Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring 2013 vs Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024

Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring 2013

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024

Technical Specifications Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring 2013 compared to Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024

Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring 2013

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024

Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring 2013

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	104 mm	Bore	84 mm
Stroke	Stroke	81.2 mm	Stroke	77 mm
Engine power	Engine power	96 HP	Engine power	80 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	120 Nm	Torque	83 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	2,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,100 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.5	Compression Ratio	10.5
Ignition	Ignition	Digital, Dual ignition	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	1,380 ccm	Displacement	853 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	18 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	200 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,445 mm	Length	2,240 mm
Height	Height	1,460 mm	Height	1,300 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,685 mm	Wheelbase	1,530 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	740 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring 2013

As modern, good and yet still pleasantly traditional as the technology within the new California 1400 Touring is, the real killer argument when first getting to know it is nevertheless the impressive appearance of the big Guzzi. It looks heavy, no question, but not annoyingly so.

Current technology

electronics included

comfortable seating position

solid construction

efficient wind protection

tight braking system

ABS

successful appearance.

Clacking engagement of gears

adjusting neutral promotes patience

high weight

poor chassis.

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024

Do owners of an older V85 TT now have to switch? Of course not, but the extensive changes for the 2024 model year were sensible, the engine looks a little more "grown-up" and the lean angle-dependent Advanced Rider Assistance Systems are beneficial to riding safety. All in all, the classically beautiful Moto Guzzi V85 TT - or Strada and TT Travel - is still a wonderful touring motorbike that feels most at home on the road and is made for relaxed cruising, although it can also take corners with real agility and of course also masters easier off-road passages. All this, combined with its iconic appearance and the unique selling point in its vehicle class of a low-maintenance cardan transmission, make it a real alternative in the mid-range enduro and adventure touring segment.

Pleasant, present V2 engine

good sound

contemporary Advanced Rider Assistance Systems

well-tuned riding modes

easy-care cardan drive

ready for easier off-road passages

cruise control as standard

unmistakable, timelessly beautiful look

harmonious, linear steering behaviour

high grip and traction

robust and reliable design

comfortable seating position