Harley-Davidson ES vs Moto Guzzi California Touring (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson ESstacks up against the Moto Guzzi California Touring. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson ESMoto Guzzi California Touring
Model year19502007
Price
Engine1000 cc1064 cc
Horsepower48 hp
Torque94 Nm
Weight250 kg259 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity3.8 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission3-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Double disc. Bremo
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. bremo
Tires5.00-16 / 5.00-16 110/90-VB18 / 150/70-VB17

Harley-Davidson ES vs Moto Guzzi California Touring — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson ES and the Moto Guzzi California Touring usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson ES brings its published horsepower in a 250 kg package, while the Moto Guzzi California Touring counters with 48 hp at 259 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: