MOTO GUZZI California Stone Metal Black (2002-2003) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Moto Guzzi California cruiser motorcycle debuted in 1971 as a replacement model for the Moto Guzzi 850 GT. Over its extended production period, the bike was manufactured in several versions with similar appearances.

In 2002, alongside the standard and Chrome Stone models, the Italian motorcycle maker introduced the Moto Guzzi California Stone Metal Black, which, as its name says, was a blacked-out machine for riders searching for a darker, classic-looking motorcycle with a Moto Guzzi badge.

In the aesthetic department, the bike featured blacked-out components such as the headlight housing, fuel tank, frame, engine (except for the cylinder heads), seat, fenders, and side covers. Its appearance was complemented by chromed elements, including the headlight housing ring, instrument housings, handlebar, exhaust system, rear shocks, and other bits and pieces here and there.

Besides that, the bike packed the same specifications as its siblings, including the 45 mm Marzocchi telescopic fork on the front and twin preload-adjustable shock absorbers on the rear, providing excellent handling capabilities.

The braking system was also retained from its siblings, comprising two 320 mm Brembo floating discs on the front, coupled to four-piston calipers, and a 282 mm disc with a two-piston caliper on the rear.

As for power, the 2002 Moto Guzzi California Stone Metal Black had its heartbeat set by a 1,064cc air-cooled V-twin engine, boasting 74 hp at 6,400 rpm and 95 Nm (70 lb-ft) torque at 5,000 rpm.