64 Australian Road Rider Bike GuideCruisers
Even just a cursory glance of the Moto Guzzi California 1400 Audace conjures thoughts of a
rebellious, fi erce, muscular and soulful motorcycle. Ostentatious, dark and angry, the California
1400 Audace can be picked out immediately by its distinctive circular headlight, carbon mudguard
mounted on a fork and alloy wheels. The latest technology has also been included with ride by
wire, switchable engine mapping, cruise control, ABS and traction control ensuring the Moto Guzzi
California 1400 Audace is all you have ever wanted. The Moto Guzzi California 1400 Audace is a
powerful beast that has the ability to rule.The Boulevard M109R’s performance begins with its 109-cubic-inch (1783cc), Suzuki fuel-injected
54-degree V-twin engine. It’s tuned to produce massive torque all the way from idle to redline, which
translates into acceleration that you just have to feel to believe. It’s the most powerful cruiser Suzuki
has ever produced. To reward every one of your senses, the big V-twin also produces a throaty,
aggressive exhaust note — just what you’d expect from the hottest cruiser on the road.The Moto Guzzi California is the most famous Italian motorcycle in the world, after being selected as the
Los Angeles Police Department vehicle in 1970. The Moto Guzzi California has patrolled the American
freeways, escorted monarchs and presidents and been parked in the garages of movie stars and rock stars
for years. The new California 1400 Eldorado embraces spoked wheels, an oversized saddle, gem-shaped
taillight and bullhorn handlebars, which all combine to make the Eldorado stand out on the open road.Who says riding is only a daytime activity? The 2016 Suzuki Boulevard C90 breathes life into the night with
a powerful 1462cc long-stroke, liquid-cooled, V-twin engine. Sit back on a comfortable seat and strike
a relaxed pose behind the wide-grip handlebars while you cruise through the night on this blacked-out
masterpiece. Make impressions like no other cruiser with all-black wheels, blacked-out forks and an all-black
exhaust system. Enjoy your favourite pastime after sunset and own the night on a Suzuki Boulevard C90.MOTO GUZZI CALIFORNIA 1400
AUDACE $22,990
SUZUKI BOULEVARD M109R
$18,990
MOTO GUZZI CALIFORNIA 1400
ELDORADO $22,990SUZUKI BOULEVARD C90 $15,490
Engine: 90° V-twin engine, 4 stroke, SOHC 4
valves per cylinder
Displacement: 1380cc
Power/Torque: 71kW @ 6500rpm/
120Nm @ 3000rpm
Transmission: 6-speed, shaft fi nal driveTyres: F: 130/90R16 R: 180/65B16
Seat height: 740mm
Kerb weight: 314kg (dry)
Fuel capacity: 20.5L
Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
km/NASPECIFICATIONSVERDICT: MYTHICALEngine: 90° V-twin engine, 4 stroke, SOHC
4 valves per cylinder
Displacement: 1380cc
Power/Torque: 71kW @ 6500rpm/
121Nm @ 3000rpm
Transmission: 6-speed, shaft fi nal driveTyres: F: 130/70R18 R: 200/60R16
Seat height: 740mm
Kerb weight: 299kg (dry)
Fuel capacity: 20.5L
Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
km/NASPECIFICATIONSVERDICT: ITALIAN CRUISINGEngine: 8-valve DOHC, 54-degree, liquid-
cooled, V-twin
Displacement: 1783cc
Power/Torque: 94.7kW @ 6200rpm/
160Nm @ 3200rpm
Transmission: 5-speed, shaft fi nal driveTyres: F: 130/70R18 R: 240/40R18
Seat height: 705mm
Kerb weight: 347kg (wet)
Fuel capacity: 19.5L
Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
km/10,000kmSPECIFICATIONSVERDICT: POWER PLAYEngine: 54-degree V-twin, 4-stroke,
liquid-cooled, SOHC
Displacement: 1462cc
Power/Torque: 79kW/136.7Nm
Transmission: 5-speed, shaft fi nal drive
Tyres: F: 130/70R18 R: 200/60R18Seat height: 720mm
Kerb weight: 344kg (wet)
Fuel capacity: 18L
Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
km/10,000kmSPECIFICATIONSVERDICT: ENJOY THE DARKRBG010_054-069_Cruiser-proofed.indd 64RBG010_054-069_Cruiser-proofed.indd 64 6/14/2017 9:46:03 AM6/14/2017 9:46:03 AM