2019 Moto Guzzi California 1400 Touring

Sitting at the top of Moto Guzzi's touring range, the 2019 California 1400 Touring is the fully dressed, cross-country version of the brand's flagship cruiser platform. This is a big, heavy, deliberate motorcycle built around that transverse V-twin layout Guzzi has used for decades, with shaft drive and a riding position meant for hours in the saddle rather than quick blasts down a canyon road. Power delivery favors low-end grunt over top-end rush, which suits the bike's mission: relaxed highway miles, two-up touring, and long days covered without drama. The windscreen, hard bags, and upright ergonomics all point toward comfort over aggression. The 2019 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year — buyers comparing it to a 2018 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. Typical buyers are experienced riders, often coming from Harley-Davidson or Honda Gold Wing territory, who want something with a distinct character and mechanical layout rather than mainstream touring anonymity. It appeals to owners who value personality and shaft-drive simplicity over outright performance, and who plan to keep the bike long-term rather than flip it.