| Attribute | Moto Guzzi California Special Sport 2002 × | Triumph Thunderbird Sport 2004 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2002 | 2004 |
| Make | Moto Guzzi | Triumph |
| Model | Moto Guzzi California Special Sport | Triumph Thunderbird Sport |
| Category | Custom / cruiser | Classic |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke | In-line three, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 | - |
| Fuel system | - | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 1,064 | 885 |
| Power (kw) | 54 | 59.9 |
| Cooling system | Air | Liquid |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) | - |
| Torque (Nm) | 94 | 76 |
| Bore (mm) | 92 | 76 |
| Stroke (mm) | 80 | 65 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Fuel control | - | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Compression | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front brakes | Dual disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Diameter (mm) | 282 | 285 |
| Front tyre | 110/90-VB18 | 110/70-R 17 |
| Rear tyre | 140/80-VB17 | 160/70-R 17 |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | - |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,560 | 1,580 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 251 | 224 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2151 | 0.2674 |
| Overall height (mm) | 1,150 | 1,105 |
| Overall length (mm) | 2,380 | 2,320 |
| Overall width (mm) | 760 | 700 |
| Seat height (mm) | 750 | 790 |
| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 19 | 15 |