Moto Guzzi 850 California (1972-73)

The Moto Guzzi 850 T California motorcycle was produced from 1972-73. It has a four stroke, V twin engine mounted longitudinally with 2 valves per cylinder and Dell’Orto VHB induction. The bike has a compression ratio of 9.2:1 and produces a maximum power of 55hp at 7000rpm. The transmission is 5-speed and the final drive is a shaft. The bike has a duplex cradle, tubaler frame and telescopic forks for front suspension. Dual Koni shocks offer a 5-way preload for the rear suspension. The front and rear brakes are drum and the bike weighs 225kg with a fuel capacity of 22.5 liters.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Moto Guzzi 850 T California

Year: 1972 – 73
Engine: Four stroke, V twin, longitudinally mounted, OHV, 2 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 844 cc / 51.5 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 83 x 78 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.2:1
Induction: 2x 29mm Dell’Orto VHB
Ignition: Battery with double contact breaker with automatic advance
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 55 hp / 40..0 kW @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque: NA
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Shaft
Frame: Duplex cradle, Tubaler
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Dual Koni shocks 5-way preload
Front Brakes: Drum
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 3.50 H-18
Rear Tyre: 4.10 H-18
Dry Weight: 225 kg / 494 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 22.5 Litres / 6.0 US gal