Moto Guzzi California Black Eagle 2012

Complete specifications and details for the 2012 Moto Guzzi California Black Eagle. This comprehensive guide includes engine specifications, dimensions, features, and performance data.

Moto Guzzi California Black Eagle 2012

Basic Information

MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia Black Eagle
Year2012
CategoryClassic

Chassis, Suspension & Brakes

Frame TypeDetachable tubular duplex cradle in special high-strengh steel
Front BrakesDouble disc. Brembo stainless steel floating disc, 4 piston calipers
Front Brakes Diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front SuspensionMarzocchi hydraulic telescopic fork, 45 mm, adjustable separately
Front Tyre110/90-VB18
Front Wheel Travel140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rake29.0°
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Brembo stainless steel floating disc, 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes Diameter282 mm (11.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionSwing arm with 2 hydraulic shock absorbers
Rear Tyre140/70-VB17
Rear Wheel Travel96 mm (3.8 inches)
Trail116 mm (4.6 inches)
WheelsBehr spoked steel rims

Other Specifications

Color OptionsCarbon black
StarterElectric

Engine & Transmission

Displacement1064.00 ccm (64.93 cubic inches)
Engine Type90° V-Twin. 2 overhead valves moved by light alloy push–rod sand rocker arm with mechanical tappets
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power73.40 HP (53.6 kW)) @ 6400 RPM
Torque94.00 Nm (9.6 kgf-m or 69.3 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. Magneti Marelli IAW alfa-n system Multipoint phased sequential fuel; 2 throttle bodies of 40 mm with injectors Weber IW 031
IgnitionMagneti Marelli IAW 15RC electronic digital ignition with inductive spark
Lubrication SystemForced lobes, with geared pump and pressure regulator
Cooling SystemAir
Gearbox5-speed
Transmission Type Final DriveShaft drive (cardan)
ClutchDual disc, dry
Driveline5 speed, costant mesh gears with built-in cush drive
Emission Detailsthree-way catalyzer with Lambda sensor
Exhaust SystemSteel, 2 tubes connected to an expansion room, that is connected to 2 steel mufflers;

Dimensions & Capacities

Dry Weight251.0 kg (553.4 pounds)
Fuel Capacity19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)
Ground Clearance190 mm (7.5 inches)
Overall Height1,390 mm (54.7 inches)
Overall Length2,380 mm (93.7 inches)
Overall Width1,150 mm (45.3 inches)
Power Weight Ratio0.2924 HP/kg
Reserve Fuel Capacity4.00 litres (1.06 gallons)
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.