2011 Moto Guzzi California Black Eagle Review
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New Moto Guzzi 2011 between the "duty", a legendary California 1100, Nevada 750 agile and athletic Bellagio 940 are now available in a new variant of the Black Eagle. Once again, the historic Guzzi eagle proud to place the tank, now receive all the new black color enhances the mechanical and classic lines of these three legendary bike.
Black Eagle: This image of the moniker was chosen to cut a new level to create tailor-made models of Moto Guzzi.
With Aquila Nera range, Moto Guzzi, for the first time, the same unique style and bold markers used for a variety of legendary models address some of the most important achievements in the history of the brand.
Moto Guzzi California Moto Guzzi model is undoubtedly the most famous custom is one of the best known and best loved bikes in the world. Designed in late 1970 for the U.S. market, made a name for herself in the five continents, have won universal praise for its bold image and impeccable road manners. He became famous for its legendary reliability - as evidenced by the fact that it was used as a police vehicle NYPD officer (Police Department of New York) for over a decade - and its yield, which increased progressively through a continuous process of evolution
it took the engine from 750 cc to 850, 1000 and finally 1100 cc.
The flagship model of success is joined in the second half of the 1980 Moto Guzzi Nevada for one of the bicycles in the world's best-selling Mandello del Lario. Originally offered in variants 350 and 650 cc, its success was consolidated by the subsequent events that led to the 750 cc version now with electronic fuel injection.
Weekend Family Italian customs in the Bellagio, Moto Guzzi has more in common with American-built machines, however, retains many features of the Eagle brand in the race for 940 cc short, two candles, CA. RC ('Cardano Reattivo Compatto - compact reactive cardan shaft) and six-speed transmission. These features, ably complemented by a provision of the main frame class for the Bellagio the sportiest bike in its segment, offering a driving experience comparable to that of a bare machine.
In "Aquila Nera" trim level, the three kings of the road Mandello del Lario share the same "black" matte black color treatment for the upper structures, namely the tank, side panels and screens - and faces the engine block. The dark finish highlights the contrast with metals such as aluminum cylinders and chrome generously used in key areas for maximum impact: the wheels, exhaust and control panel. Adding more weight to all
much remains of the historic Moto Guzzi badge with an eagle spreading its golden wings majestically named Moto Guzzi.
By comparing the new series from the previous versions, it is clear that the most significant changes were made in California 1100, as Aquila Nera disguise, maintains the technical content of iconic vintage model, but with a new, more sober and serious aesthetic.
The new version is still a lot of footrest and handle glossy luxury passenger version of the original, but features a slim repetitions of accessories like engine guards, feet, windshield, additional lights and panniers. Weight reduction compared to the Vintage version of the laptop give Moto Guzzi California Black Eagle, high agility and responsiveness, will appeal to those who enjoy a more active style of driving. Mechanically, the Moto Guzzi California is the only one still in production even more involved with the well known brake system and the technical
the glorious 1064 cc big block, capable of propelling the imposition beacon of Moto Guzzi to approach a maximum speed of 200 km / h.
From the longest of the model of the brand has lived in a more modern sound, the Moto Guzzi Bellagio boasts a much sportier drive, with its low seat for two people evolved over the rear wheel, mounted on the front footrest and dramatic tension bar handle for total control over the machine.
A better distribution of weight on the front and rear wheels and mass centralization that this bike surprising agility that simply screams to be mounted on the winding roads, with quick changes of direction and a consistent interface remains firmly planted on the track all times. The secret of the accuracy of the speed and direction of the Bellagio sits on a double steel tube completely new framework for the cradle connected to progressive link from one side of aluminum swingarm, which also houses the cardan shaft reagent compact. These elements combine to form a superlative structural rigidity, resulting in instant response to driver inputs.
Participation in no small measure of pleasure to ride the Bellagio is a superb performance to a whole new engine 935.6 cm cylinder that produces short stretch hp at 7200 rpm 75. Although similar to the motor power in California is clearly tailored to the sporty nature of the pilot who wants the power of adrenaline, which is best expressed by turns at high speed for a relaxing cruise.
Just as the flagship, the Bellagio also has adjustable suspension, spoked wheels and meaty exhaust system chrome spine tingling exhaust note underlines the active power of the engine. This feature makes the appearance of the smallest member of the "Black Eagle" of the family: Nevada 750
Unchanged in the version introduced in March 2008, which introduced significant new features, including a new exhaust system and instruments, Nevada 750 "Black Eagle", which differ only in the new matt black upper structure and historical logo proudly emblazoned on the tank . Nevada 750 "Black Eagle" was created for those who want to join the Moto Guzzi Ferris wheel, which is easy to drive, very reliable and affordable to own. This is due to 750 cc 90 ° V, with the spirit of
exceptional responsiveness and a pair of midrange is perfectly in line with the chassis with high-end features like a Marzocchi front and two adjustable rear shocks. For safety, the braking system has a powerful 320 mm disc at the front with two horizontally opposed pistons supported by a disk of 260 mm in the rear.
Technical
New versions of Aquila Nera Bellagio Nevada and offered the same price as standard models - 7860 and € 10.760 respectively - whereas with a prize of 13,570 euros, California Aquila Nera is on sale at an incredible € 3000 Vintage least version .
All models of the new range Aquila Nera can be purchased to benefit from government incentives to trade in old vehicles for scrapping, making a further saving of 500 euros on the possible list price (all prices excluding road tax and registration, including VAT).
AQUILA NERA NEVADA
Type: 90 º V-Twin, 4 stroke
Cooling system: air cooling
Displacement: 744 cc
Maximum power: 35.5 kW (48.2 hp) 6800 rpm (25 kW available on request)
Max torque: 54.7 Nm at 3,600 rpm
Transmission: 5 speed
Vice-drive: shaft drive, ratio 8 / 33 = 1:4.825
Front Suspension: Hydraulic Fork Marzocchi Ø 40 mm
Rear Suspension: alloy swingarm with twin shocks, adjustable preload
Front brakes: Single stainless steel floating disc, Ø 320 mm, 4 piston calipers
Rear brake: single steel disc wheels, Ø 260 mm
Front Tire: 110/90
Rear Tires: 130/90
Length: 2166 mm
Width: 825 mm
Height: 1,068 mm
Seat height: 767 mm
Dry weight: 184 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 14 liters (4 liters reserve)
back door, side airbags, motor protection accessory
AQUILA NERA BELLAGIO
Engine: Four-stroke V 90 twin
Cooling: Air Cooled
Capacity: 935.6 cc
Maximum power: 55 kW at 7200 rpm
Max torque: 78 Nm at 6000 rpm
Exhaust system: 2 stainless steel tubes connected to an expansion chamber connected to two
Chrome
steel muffler, the 3-way catalytic converter with Lambda probe.
Transmission: 6-speed - constantly engaged cogs with integrated flexible couplings
Final drive: shaft, ratio 12/44 = 1: 3.667
Front suspension: Marzocchi 45 mm forks adjustable
Rear suspension: single swing arm with a progressive action - single rebound adjustable shock absorbers
absorber
easy to use control knob preload
Brakes Front: Dual 320 mm floating disc in stainless steel, floating Brembo calipers with two parallel
pistons.
Rear brake: Single disc 282 mm fixed stainless steel, floating Brembo calipers in parallel with 2
pistons.
Front tire: 120/70 ZR 18 M / C (59W) TL Roadtec Z6
Rear tire: 180/55 ZR 17 M / C (73W) TL Roadtec Z6
Length: 2,270 mm
Width: 890 mm
Height: 1310 mm
Seat height: 780 mm
Dry weight: 224 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 19 liters (4 liters reserve)
tank cover in genuine leather, genuine leather handbags: Accessories
AQUILA NERA CALIFORNIA
Type: 90 ° V-Twin, 4 stroke
Displacement: 1,064 cc
Maximum power: 54 kW (73.4 hp) is a 6400 rpm
Maximum torque: 94 Nm at 5000 rpm
Exhaust system: Steel, 2 tubes connected to an expansion chamber, which is connected to two steel
scarves;
three-way catalytic converter with Lambda sensor (Euro 3)
Transmission: 5-speed gear selection with a function on Cus costant
Secondary transmission: the drive shaft, the ratio of 8 / 33 = 1:4.125
Front Suspension: Hydraulic Fork Marzocchi Ø 45 mm, adjustable separately
Rear Suspension: swing arm with 2 hydraulic shock absorbers, adjustable exstension
Braking System: Integral braking system with delay valve
Front brake: Double Brembo Serie Oro stainless steel disc, Ø 320 mm, 4 piston calipers
Rear brake single Brembo stainless steel disc, Ø 282 mm, 2 piston
Front Tire: 110/90 VB 18 "
Rear Tires: 140/70 VB 17 "
Length: 2,380 mm
Width: 815 mm
Height: 1,390 mm
Seat height: 780 mm
Dry weight: 251 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 19 liters (4 liters reserve)
The flagship model of success is joined in the second half of the 1980 Moto Guzzi Nevada for one of the bicycles in the world's best-selling Mandello del Lario. Originally offered in variants 350 and 650 cc, its success was consolidated by the subsequent events that led to the 750 cc version now with electronic fuel injection.
Weekend Family Italian customs in the Bellagio, Moto Guzzi has more in common with American-built machines, however, retains many features of the Eagle brand in the race for 940 cc short, two candles, CA. RC ('Cardano Reattivo Compatto - compact reactive cardan shaft) and six-speed transmission. These features, ably complemented by a provision of the main frame class for the Bellagio the sportiest bike in its segment, offering a driving experience comparable to that of a bare machine.
In "Aquila Nera" trim level, the three kings of the road Mandello del Lario share the same "black" matte black color treatment for the upper structures, namely the tank, side panels and screens - and faces the engine block. The dark finish highlights the contrast with metals such as aluminum cylinders and chrome generously used in key areas for maximum impact: the wheels, exhaust and control panel. Adding more weight to all
much remains of the historic Moto Guzzi badge with an eagle spreading its golden wings majestically named Moto Guzzi.
By comparing the new series from the previous versions, it is clear that the most significant changes were made in California 1100, as Aquila Nera disguise, maintains the technical content of iconic vintage model, but with a new, more sober and serious aesthetic.
The new version is still a lot of footrest and handle glossy luxury passenger version of the original, but features a slim repetitions of accessories like engine guards, feet, windshield, additional lights and panniers. Weight reduction compared to the Vintage version of the laptop give Moto Guzzi California Black Eagle, high agility and responsiveness, will appeal to those who enjoy a more active style of driving. Mechanically, the Moto Guzzi California is the only one still in production even more involved with the well known brake system and the technical
the glorious 1064 cc big block, capable of propelling the imposition beacon of Moto Guzzi to approach a maximum speed of 200 km / h.
From the longest of the model of the brand has lived in a more modern sound, the Moto Guzzi Bellagio boasts a much sportier drive, with its low seat for two people evolved over the rear wheel, mounted on the front footrest and dramatic tension bar handle for total control over the machine.
A better distribution of weight on the front and rear wheels and mass centralization that this bike surprising agility that simply screams to be mounted on the winding roads, with quick changes of direction and a consistent interface remains firmly planted on the track all times. The secret of the accuracy of the speed and direction of the Bellagio sits on a double steel tube completely new framework for the cradle connected to progressive link from one side of aluminum swingarm, which also houses the cardan shaft reagent compact. These elements combine to form a superlative structural rigidity, resulting in instant response to driver inputs.
Participation in no small measure of pleasure to ride the Bellagio is a superb performance to a whole new engine 935.6 cm cylinder that produces short stretch hp at 7200 rpm 75. Although similar to the motor power in California is clearly tailored to the sporty nature of the pilot who wants the power of adrenaline, which is best expressed by turns at high speed for a relaxing cruise.
Just as the flagship, the Bellagio also has adjustable suspension, spoked wheels and meaty exhaust system chrome spine tingling exhaust note underlines the active power of the engine. This feature makes the appearance of the smallest member of the "Black Eagle" of the family: Nevada 750
Unchanged in the version introduced in March 2008, which introduced significant new features, including a new exhaust system and instruments, Nevada 750 "Black Eagle", which differ only in the new matt black upper structure and historical logo proudly emblazoned on the tank . Nevada 750 "Black Eagle" was created for those who want to join the Moto Guzzi Ferris wheel, which is easy to drive, very reliable and affordable to own. This is due to 750 cc 90 ° V, with the spirit of
exceptional responsiveness and a pair of midrange is perfectly in line with the chassis with high-end features like a Marzocchi front and two adjustable rear shocks. For safety, the braking system has a powerful 320 mm disc at the front with two horizontally opposed pistons supported by a disk of 260 mm in the rear.
Technical
New versions of Aquila Nera Bellagio Nevada and offered the same price as standard models - 7860 and € 10.760 respectively - whereas with a prize of 13,570 euros, California Aquila Nera is on sale at an incredible € 3000 Vintage least version .
All models of the new range Aquila Nera can be purchased to benefit from government incentives to trade in old vehicles for scrapping, making a further saving of 500 euros on the possible list price (all prices excluding road tax and registration, including VAT).
AQUILA NERA NEVADA
Type: 90 º V-Twin, 4 stroke
Cooling system: air cooling
Displacement: 744 cc
Maximum power: 35.5 kW (48.2 hp) 6800 rpm (25 kW available on request)
Max torque: 54.7 Nm at 3,600 rpm
Transmission: 5 speed
Vice-drive: shaft drive, ratio 8 / 33 = 1:4.825
Front Suspension: Hydraulic Fork Marzocchi Ø 40 mm
Rear Suspension: alloy swingarm with twin shocks, adjustable preload
Front brakes: Single stainless steel floating disc, Ø 320 mm, 4 piston calipers
Rear brake: single steel disc wheels, Ø 260 mm
Front Tire: 110/90
Rear Tires: 130/90
Length: 2166 mm
Width: 825 mm
Height: 1,068 mm
Seat height: 767 mm
Dry weight: 184 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 14 liters (4 liters reserve)
back door, side airbags, motor protection accessory
AQUILA NERA BELLAGIO
Engine: Four-stroke V 90 twin
Cooling: Air Cooled
Capacity: 935.6 cc
Maximum power: 55 kW at 7200 rpm
Max torque: 78 Nm at 6000 rpm
Exhaust system: 2 stainless steel tubes connected to an expansion chamber connected to two
Chrome
steel muffler, the 3-way catalytic converter with Lambda probe.
Transmission: 6-speed - constantly engaged cogs with integrated flexible couplings
Final drive: shaft, ratio 12/44 = 1: 3.667
Front suspension: Marzocchi 45 mm forks adjustable
Rear suspension: single swing arm with a progressive action - single rebound adjustable shock absorbers
absorber
easy to use control knob preload
Brakes Front: Dual 320 mm floating disc in stainless steel, floating Brembo calipers with two parallel
pistons.
Rear brake: Single disc 282 mm fixed stainless steel, floating Brembo calipers in parallel with 2
pistons.
Front tire: 120/70 ZR 18 M / C (59W) TL Roadtec Z6
Rear tire: 180/55 ZR 17 M / C (73W) TL Roadtec Z6
Length: 2,270 mm
Width: 890 mm
Height: 1310 mm
Seat height: 780 mm
Dry weight: 224 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 19 liters (4 liters reserve)
tank cover in genuine leather, genuine leather handbags: Accessories
AQUILA NERA CALIFORNIA
Type: 90 ° V-Twin, 4 stroke
Displacement: 1,064 cc
Maximum power: 54 kW (73.4 hp) is a 6400 rpm
Maximum torque: 94 Nm at 5000 rpm
Exhaust system: Steel, 2 tubes connected to an expansion chamber, which is connected to two steel
scarves;
three-way catalytic converter with Lambda sensor (Euro 3)
Transmission: 5-speed gear selection with a function on Cus costant
Secondary transmission: the drive shaft, the ratio of 8 / 33 = 1:4.125
Front Suspension: Hydraulic Fork Marzocchi Ø 45 mm, adjustable separately
Rear Suspension: swing arm with 2 hydraulic shock absorbers, adjustable exstension
Braking System: Integral braking system with delay valve
Front brake: Double Brembo Serie Oro stainless steel disc, Ø 320 mm, 4 piston calipers
Rear brake single Brembo stainless steel disc, Ø 282 mm, 2 piston
Front Tire: 110/90 VB 18 "
Rear Tires: 140/70 VB 17 "
Length: 2,380 mm
Width: 815 mm
Height: 1,390 mm
Seat height: 780 mm
Dry weight: 251 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 19 liters (4 liters reserve)