Moto Guzzi California III I vs Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III (1993)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi California III Istacks up against the Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi California III IMoto Guzzi SP 1000 III
Model year19931993
Price
Engine949 cc949 cc
Horsepower65 hp71 hp
Torque80 Nm78 Nm
Weight250 kg
Seat height30 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity6.6 L5.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc

Moto Guzzi California III I vs Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi California III I and the Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi California III I brings 65 hp in a 250 kg package, while the Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III counters with 71 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: