Honda VT 1100 ACE Shadow vs Moto Guzzi California III (1995)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VT 1100 ACE Shadowstacks up against the Moto Guzzi California III. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VT 1100 ACE ShadowMoto Guzzi California III
Model year19951994
Price
Engine1099 cc1100 cc
Horsepower50 hp75 hp
Torque88 Nm
Weight260 kg
Seat height29 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc

Honda VT 1100 ACE Shadow vs Moto Guzzi California III — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VT 1100 ACE Shadow and the Moto Guzzi California III usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VT 1100 ACE Shadow brings 50 hp in a 260 kg package, while the Moto Guzzi California III counters with 75 hp.

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: