Moto Guzzi California Vintage 1100 vs Suzuki GS 1100 E (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi California Vintage 1100stacks up against the Suzuki GS 1100 E. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi California Vintage 1100Suzuki GS 1100 E
Model year20071981
Price$14,990
Engine1064 cc1074 cc
Horsepower100 hp
Torque94 Nm
Fuel capacity5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires110/90-VB18 / 140/70-VB17 3.50-19 / 4.50-17

Moto Guzzi California Vintage 1100 vs Suzuki GS 1100 E — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi California Vintage 1100 and the Suzuki GS 1100 E usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi California Vintage 1100 brings its published horsepower, while the Suzuki GS 1100 E counters with 100 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: