Moto Guzzi California 1400 - Page 16

HapHazard · 02-02-2013, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jrflanne

I have just bought a Griso and I have to say how impressed I am with it. The Griso will put a grin on your face and is a true pleasure to ride. I am sure the new Cali will be too. Guzzi builds a quality bike with great fit and finish. I'm not much of a cruiser guy but the Cali might turn me that way, being old and fat and all. Can't wait to ride one.

Glad to hear that the quality of your Guzzi is good. Also, if you replaced the floorboards with pegs, there isn't much "cruiser-ish" about this bike, IMHO.
The only problem I have with Guzzi is that my inseam (36") tends to put my knees around my ears and/or shins in the motor depending on the model.

OK, I looked again, and the mufflers are a bit too long - other than that, it's pretty sweet.

doggrell3000 · 02-02-2013, 11:42 PM

the 2013 cal custom does have long pipes . can they be replaced with slightly shorter pipes in an all black color ? if you attach black pipes to the mg cal custom chrome engine heads would you also put black paint on the top of the engine fins ? i have always appreciated floorboards . my feet and legs feel more stable on floorboards . i think the cal custom's headlight cowling is a cool design .

HapHazard · 02-03-2013, 06:36 PM

^All things are possible. Just my impression that it looks more like a "stylish standard" than a cruiser to me.
And with size 14 feet, floorboards always seem to be awkward and in the way.

rocker59 · 02-04-2013, 07:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobobob

+1

kirb · 02-04-2013, 08:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by doggrell3000

the 2013 cal custom does have long pipes . can they be replaced with slightly shorter pipes in an all black color ? if you attach black pipes to the mg cal custom chrome engine heads would you also put black paint on the top of the engine fins ? i have always appreciated floorboards . my feet and legs feel more stable on floorboards . i think the cal custom's headlight cowling is a cool design .

Why would someone want it to look MORE like a HD or Victory? Style is subjective, but I always felt that MoCo's pushing blacked out look was selling a cheaper bike (powder coat) for the same money as costly chrome or polished stainless.

JustKip · 02-04-2013, 07:14 PM

Is this actually reliable and verified?

Quote:

Originally Posted by rocker59

This just in.... note the pricepoint!

courtesy of MPH Cycles - Houston

Cuz there's still nothing on Moto Guzzi's own web site

rocker59 · 02-04-2013, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JustKip

Is this actually reliable and verified?

Cuz there's still nothing on Moto Guzzi's own web site

NO. I just made it up to fuck with you d00ds...

I supplied my source. Either call them, or your local dealer, if you need verification.

Todd Haven of MPH posted the flyer on WildGuzzi last week.

MPH Cycles
16510 Park Row
Houston Texas 77084
Toll Free:- 1-866-746-1182

P.S. Moto Guzzi's USA webpage is notoriously outdated and the last place you will find updated info of any kind.

Grainbelt · 02-05-2013, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Grainbelt

Do you own a telephone?

It is a Guzzi shop, fer the chrissakes. Be glad the guys can find the internet thru their zz top beards.

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rocker59 · 02-05-2013, 09:05 AM

Grainbelt knows.

slowpoke69 · 02-06-2013, 07:29 AM

I think for what you get, it's a DAMN GOOD PRICE!! I don't even own a Guzzi.....YET!!

But this one could easily change that. I've wanted one for years, finances just weren't right, hopefully soon.

Hell, even Mama says it's sweet! If they say so, it MUST be, you know they're NEVER wrong!

It looks so damn good, with the jugs in the wind, BIGGUNS at that, and the craftsmanship, reliability, supposed handling.

I could go on, but my keyboard ain't marine grade!

MaddBrit · 03-07-2013, 05:16 AM

Bump.

Any more news?

wannaklr · 03-07-2013, 11:13 AM

2nd-3rd week in April according to Rosefarm Classics.

I just called them up.

Lobby · 03-07-2013, 11:16 AM

I heard they're not taking Victory Visions as trade ins, though.

MaddBrit · 03-07-2013, 05:26 PM

I dont think my sweetie is going to like the pillion seat as much...

MaddBrit · 03-28-2013, 06:11 AM

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Originally Posted by MaddBrit

Bump.

Any more news?

Bump.

Anyone seen one stateside yet?

02-02-2013, 11:42 PM	#227
doggrell3000 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2011 Oddometer: 104	2013 moto guzzi california custom the 2013 cal custom does have long pipes . can they be replaced with slightly shorter pipes in an all black color ? if you attach black pipes to the mg cal custom chrome engine heads would you also put black paint on the top of the engine fins ? i have always appreciated floorboards . my feet and legs feel more stable on floorboards . i think the cal custom's headlight cowling is a cool design .

02-05-2013, 09:05 AM	#234
rocker59 diplomatico di moto Joined: Mar 2004 Location: The Trans-Mississippi Oddometer: 14,310	Grainbelt knows. __________________ Rocker59 (aka guzzimike), Aux Arcs (NW Arkansas) Moto Guzzi: LeMans 1000 CI, Sport 1100, V11 LeMans Nero Corsa IBA #24873, MGNOC #21347 “Just keep playing, no matter how weird it gets.”

02-06-2013, 07:29 AM	#235
slowpoke69 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2010 Location: So. Jersey Oddometer: 320	Fair price I think for what you get, it's a DAMN GOOD PRICE!! I don't even own a Guzzi.....YET!! But this one could easily change that. I've wanted one for years, finances just weren't right, hopefully soon. Hell, even Mama says it's sweet! If they say so, it MUST be, you know they're NEVER wrong! It looks so damn good, with the jugs in the wind, BIGGUNS at that, and the craftsmanship, reliability, supposed handling. I could go on, but my keyboard ain't marine grade!

03-07-2013, 05:16 AM	#236
MaddBrit Now officially a Yank. Joined: Jul 2004 Location: Irving, Tejas. They actually let me in... Oddometer: 23,187	Bump. Any more news? __________________ Now farm ruled.

03-07-2013, 11:13 AM	#237
wannaklr Beastly Adventurer Joined: May 2006 Location: Back In Iowa. Quad Cities to be exactish.. Oddometer: 6,809	2nd-3rd week in April according to Rosefarm Classics. I just called them up. __________________ Back in Iowa! I like my music like I like my women. Loud, angry and with bagpipes! From Scottie Boy "If you calculated the money spent versus time actually used, vaginas cost more per hour than the space shuttle."

02-03-2013, 06:36 PM	#228
HapHazard t00 0ld 2b n00b Joined: Dec 2009 Location: Central CT Oddometer: 1,294	^All things are possible. Just my impression that it looks more like a "stylish standard" than a cruiser to me. And with size 14 feet, floorboards always seem to be awkward and in the way.

03-07-2013, 11:16 AM	#238
Lobby Viel Spass, Vato! Joined: Nov 2003 Location: San Antonio, Tx Oddometer: 25,810	I heard they're not taking Victory Visions as trade ins, though. __________________ Gracie's Gold

03-07-2013, 05:26 PM	#239
MaddBrit Now officially a Yank. Joined: Jul 2004 Location: Irving, Tejas. They actually let me in... Oddometer: 23,187	I dont think my sweetie is going to like the pillion seat as much... __________________ Now farm ruled.

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