1987 Moto Guzzi California III technical specifications

Technical specifications

Model: California III
Years: 1987-89
Engine: Four stroke, V twin, longitudinally mounted, OHV, 2 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 948.8 cc / 57.8 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 88 x 78 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.2:1
Induction: 2x 30mm Dell'Orto carb
Ignition: Battery coil
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 65 hp / 47.4 kW @ 6700 rpm
Max Torque: 79.4 Nm / 8.1 kgf-m @ 3200 rpm
Clutch: Twin plat dry type
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Shaft
Front Suspension: Telescopic
Rear Suspension: Dual Koni shocks 5-way preload
Front Brakes: 2x 300mm discs 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes: Single 275mm disc 2 piston caliper
Front Tyre: 110/90 V18
Rear Tyre: 120/90 V18
Dry Weight: 250 kg / 550 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 25 Litres / 6.6 US gal
Consumption Average: 17.7 km/lit
Braking 60 - 0 / 100 - 0: 12.5 m / 39.8 m
Standing ¼ Mile: 14.2 sec / 144.8 km/h
Top Speed: 163.6 km/h

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