Moto Guzzi California 1400 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Moto Guzzi California 1400 vs Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager. Moto Guzzi California 1400: 96 hp @ 6,500 rpm hp, 316 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 190 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager: 75 hp @ 5,000 rpm (estimated) hp, 393 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Moto Guzzi California 1400
Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager
Horsepower (hp)
96 hp
75 hp
Torque (Nm)
120 Nm
127 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
190 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
316 kg
393 kg
Type
Touring
Touring
Horsepower
96 hp @ 6,500 rpm
75 hp @ 5,000 rpm (estimated)
Torque
120 Nm @ 2,750 rpm
127 Nm @ 2,750 rpm
Top Speed
190 km/h
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
316 kg (wet/curb weight)
393 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, real-world average)
6.2 L/100km (approx. 16.1 km/L)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Moto Guzzi California 1400
7.8/10
"Italian character and torque few cruisers can match, if supported properly."
Pros
+Thunderous, characterful V-twin torque
+Shaft drive, zero chain hassle
+Stunning visual presence everywhere
Cons
−Thin dealer and parts network
−Thirsty around 35-40mpg
−Heavy at low-speed maneuvers
Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager
7.8/10
"Underrated touring cruiser that punishes brand snobbery with excellent value."
Pros
+Torquey, effortless highway cruising
+Full fairing genuinely effective
+Strong resale value stability
Cons
−Heavy at low speed maneuvers
−Infotainment panel fragility issues
−Suspension basic for the weight
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