Moto Guzzi CALIFORNIA VINTAGE/AQUILA NERA (2006–2012) — Specs
Identity
Manufacturer: Moto Guzzi
Model: CALIFORNIA VINTAGE/AQUILA NERA
Category: Motorcycle
Type: Motorcycle
Years: 2006 → 2012
Engine
Displacement (cc): 1064
Cylinders: 2
Power (hp): 73
Power (kW): 54
Torque (Nm): 90
Dimensions
Overall length: 2200 mm
Overall width: 850 mm
Overall height: 1140 mm
Wheelbase: 1465 mm
Ground clearance: 170 mm
Weight (kg): 269
Seat height (mm): 770
Tank (L): 19
Tires
Front tire: 130/70 R18
Rear tire: 200/60 R16
Front pressure (bar): 2.3
Rear pressure (bar): 2.5
Drivetrain
Final drive: Shaft drive
Ignition
Spark plug: NGK PMR8B
Plug gap: 0.6-0.7 mm
Fluids & Filters
Engine oil: SAE10W-60
Engine oil (with filter, L): 3
Oil filter: Hiflofiltro HF551
Air filter: Hiflofiltro HFA6401
Brake fluid: DOT 4
Fuel consumption
Estimated range: ~345 km on a full tank (19.0 L)
Service
Battery: YTX12-BS
Service interval (km): 10000
Service interval (months): 12
Valve check (km): 24000
Parts and consumables for this motorcycle
Data is gathered with care, but without guarantee. Always confirm critical information with your dealer or workshop.
Service notes
Service interval: every 10,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. Valve clearance check every 24,000 km. Valve clearance — intake cold 0.10 mm, exhaust cold 0.15 mm. Engine oil: oil grade SAE10W-60, 3 L with filter change. Spark plug: NGK PMR8B (inner) (gap 0.6-0.7 mm). Brake fluid: DOT 4. Drive: shaft drive. Tire pressure: front 2.3 bar, rear 2.5 bar (cold). Tire size: front 130/70 R18, rear 200/60 R16. Always confirm critical values with the workshop manual or an authorised dealer.
OEM and quality aftermarket parts that fit this bike. Always confirm with your dealer before ordering.
Engine oil
Spec: SAE10W-60, 3.0 L (with filter)
- OEM OEM recommended engine oil (SAE 10W-60)
- Premium Motul 7100 4T (100% Synthetic, Ester)
- Premium Motul 5100 4T Technosynthese (Semi-Synthetic)
Which Motul for this bike?
| Motul 7100 4T ✓ | Motul 5100 4T | |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Motul 7100 4T — 100% fully synthetic | Motul 5100 4T — semi-synthetic |
| Best for | Sport, Naked, Adventure (600cc+), track | Standard, Cruiser, Scooter, daily use |
| RPM protection | Excellent — ester base, stable under load | Good — for normal riding conditions |
- Standard Repsol Moto Racing 4T (Synthetic)
- Standard Elf Moto 4 Tech (Semi-Synthetic)
Fully Synthetic vs Semi-Synthetic
| Fully Synthetic | Semi-Synthetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Base oil | 100% chemical synthesis (ester or PAO) | Mineral oil + synthetic additives |
| Heat resistance | Excellent — stable at extreme heat & RPM | Good — suitable for normal temperatures |
| Cold start | Better — reaches engine faster when cold | Good — adequate for normal climates |
| Change interval | Longer (up to 10,000 km) | Shorter (5,000–7,000 km typical) |
| Price | Higher | Lower |
Oil filter
Spec: Hiflofiltro HF551
- Premium Hiflofiltro HF551
- Premium K&N KN-551
Air filter
Spec: Hiflofiltro HFA6401
- Standard Hiflofiltro HFA6401
Spark plug
Spec: NGK PMR8B (inner), gap 0.6-0.7 mm
- OEM NGK PMR8B
- Premium NGK BPR6ES(outer)
- Standard NGK PMR8B
Front brake pads
Spec: OEM front pad (EBC equivalent: FA294HH)
- Premium EBC FA294HH
- Standard EBC FA294 (organic)
Rear brake pads
Spec: OEM rear pad (EBC equivalent: FA266HH)
- Premium EBC FA266HH
- Standard EBC FA266 (organic)
Front tire
Spec: 130/70 R18, 2.3 bar
- OEM OEM 130/70 R18
Rear tire
Spec: 200/60 R16, 2.5 bar
- OEM OEM 200/60 R16
Battery
Spec: OEM battery: Yuasa YTX12-BS
- Premium Yuasa YTZ14S or YTX14-BS (typical 1000-1300cc)
Brake fluid
Spec: DOT 4
- Standard TotalEnergies HBF4
Coolant
Service interval
Spec: 10 000 km / 12 months
- OEM Engine oil + oil filter change
- OEM Air filter inspection
- OEM Spark plug check
- OEM Brake fluid replacement: every 2 years
Valve check
Spec: 24 000 km
- OEM Intake clearance: cold 0.10 mm
- OEM Exhaust clearance: cold 0.15 mm
Suspension
Spec: 45 mm telescopic fork / 485 ml SAE 10W
- OEM Fork: 45 mm telescopic fork
- OEM Fork oil grade: 485 ml SAE 10W
Drive chain
