Moto Guzzi California Motorcycle Owners News, Reviews and More
For Moto Guzzi Californias, I’m positive that there are loads of similar stories about high mileage out there. How many miles or kilometers can a Cali take? Probably a lot more than any rider is willing to try!
The Moto Guzzi California 850 Eldorado was introduced to America at a time when Harley-Davidson quality and performance was just about at an all-time low. The relative success of the Eldorado was in part due to the quality and workmanship of the motorcycle, and the heavy-duty durability it had. The durability was proven by several law enforcement agencies use in the US back in the early to mid 1970’s.
His description of starting his Guzzi California V11 in the cold was a bit dramatic. However, it clearly relayed the passion that Moto Guzzi owners share about their motorcycles. He’s right. Moto Guzzi motorcycles have “descended from Italian Air Force biplanes of The Great War”.
After every 3000 miles, according to various Moto Guzzi manuals, it is time to inspect the California air filter, and to change it after every 6000 miles. These are just a guideline, and as with any vehicle, this depends on your riding conditions.