Technology and tradition have inspired the numerous changes defining the character of the California Vintage, a cult object even before its market launch. The reference to the past is obvious in the delightful spoked wheels, in the newly-designed steel mudguards, in the new Brembo front callipers with black finish and in the supplementary fog lights.

 

While externally the California Vintage retains the same unmistakable look which brought it success throughout the world, technically it has been profoundly changed over the years, with significant improvements on the most recent version. More powerful, easier to ride and safer, the California Vintage is an exclusive and well deserved tribute to a motorcycle which has become a symbol.

   

Engine

 

Dimensions

 

Type

Air-cooled, 90º V-twin, 4-stroke

Length

2,380mm (93.7in)

Capacity

1,064cc

Width

815mm (32.1in)

Bore/Stroke

92.0 x 80.0mm

Height

1,390mm (54.7in)

Compression Ratio

9.8:1

Seat Height

780mm (30.7in)

Fuel System

Weber-Marelli electronic

Wheelbase

1,560mm (61.4in)

 

fuel injection

Rake/Trail

29 degree/116mm

 

 

Dry Weight

263kg (580 lbs)

Transmission 

 
Fuel Tank Capacity

19 litres (5 gal US)

Final Drive

Shaft

 

 

Clutch

Dry, twin-disc

Performance 

 

Gearbox

5-speed

Maximum Power

54kW/72 bhp @ 6,400 rpm

 

 

Maximum Torque

94Nm/69.3ft.lb @ 5,000 rpm

Chassis

 

 

 

Frame

Tubular Double Cradle Steel

Colors

 

Swingarm

Double-sided, steel

 

Black

Front Wheel

Behr spoked steel rim 18 x 2.5in

   

Rear Wheel

Behr spoked steel rim 17 x 3.5in

MSRP

 

Front Tire 110/90 VB18   $18.995
Rear Tire 140/70 VB18    
Front Suspension Marzocchi 44mm forks, 140mm travel    
Rear Suspension Twin-shock, adjustable preload    
Front Brakes Twin 320mm stainless disc, 4 piston Brembo calipers    
Rear Brakes Single 282mm disc, Brembo caliper    
 
Specifications and pricing shown are for Canadian-market motorcycles and may differ from other countries.
 

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