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Tourers

The Moto Guzzi California is the most famous Italian motorcycle in the world, after MOTO GUZZI CALIFORNIA 1400SE
being selected as the Los Angeles Police Department vehicle in 1970. The Moto Guzzi
California has patrolled the American freeways, escorted monarchs and presidents, TOURING $25,290
and been parked in the garages of movie stars and rock stars. There have been seven
generations of the Moto Guzzi California, with more than 100,000 units sold around
the world. The latest generation of the Moto Guzzi California is a unique piece of art,
hand-built on the shores of Lake Como, Italy. The bike combines the style, elegance
and distinguished craftsmanship of the Moto Guzzi brand with a powerful 1400cc
engine, which provides 96hp at 6500rpm with 120Nm at 2750rpm.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: 90° V-twin engine, four-stroke, SOHC Tyres: F: 130/70R18 R: 200/60R16
four valves per cylinder Seat height: 740mm
Displacement: 1380cc Kerb weight: 337kg (dry)
Power/Torque: 71kW @ 6500rpm/ 12Nm @ Fuel capacity: 20.5L
2750rpm Warranty/Service interval: 24 months
Transmission: Six-speed, shaft fi nal drive unlimited km/NA
VERDICT: ELEGANCE

TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD LT $25,000 Its distinctive, charismatic parallel-twin engine and class-leading chassis can turn every
journey into the trip of a lifetime. The Thunderbird LT will transport you with effortless
power and style to new adventures with the easy-going, laid-back vibe of a premium
classic touring cruiser.

SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, Tyres: F: 150/80VR16 Whitewall
270º fi ring interval R: 180/70VR16 Whitewall
Displacement: 1699cc Seat height: 700mm
Power/Torque: 69kW @ 5400rpm/151Nm @ Kerb weight: 349kg (dry)
3550rpm Fuel capacity: 22L
Transmission: Six-speed, multi-plate wet Warranty/Service interval: Two years
clutch, belt fi nal drive unlimited km/10,000
VERDICT: EFFORTLESS STYLE

Extraordinary. Unique. Ultimate. Legendary. The Rocket III Touring uses the world’s TRIUMPH ROCKET III TOURING
largest production motorcycle engine to deliver a simply stunning riding experience
unmatched on two wheels, but with all the creature comforts you could want on a $26,490
muscle tourer.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line three-cylinder Tyres: F: 150/80 R16 R: 180/70 R16
Displacement: 2294cc Seat height: 730mm
Power/Torque: 78kW @ 6000rpm/203Nm Kerb weight: 358kg (dry)
@ 2500rpm Fuel capacity: 22.3L
Transmission: Five-speed, multi-plate wet Warranty/Service interval: Two years
clutch, shaft fi nal drive unlimited km/16,000km
VERDICT: THE VENICE BEACH OF BIKES

YAMAHA XV1900AT $24,399 The new Star Tourer offers neostreamline style with the ability to cruise long distances
in comfort. With max torque reached at just 2500rpm, the Star Tourer lopes along
totally unstressed on a whiff of throttle. Long-distance trips are devoured thanks
to the additional touring capability offered by the screen, luggage and backrest,
combined with a sweet-handling aluminium chassis and sculpted seat.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Air-cooled, four-stroke, four-valve, Tyres: F: 130/70R18 R: 190/60R17
OHV V-twin Seat height: 705mm
Displacement: 1854cc Kerb weight: 355kg (dry)
Power/Torque: NA Fuel capacity: 17L
Transmission: Five-speed, multi-plate wet Warranty/Service interval: Five years
clutch, belt fi nal drive unlimited km/NA

VERDICT: STAR PERFORMER

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