Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic vs Moto Guzzi California SE (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classicstacks up against the Moto Guzzi California SE. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide ClassicMoto Guzzi California SE
Model year19952017
Price
Engine1338 cc1380 cc
Horsepower60 hp96 hp
Torque94 Nm120 Nm
Weight336 kg322 kg
Seat height28 mm29 mm
Fuel capacity5.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDouble disc. Stainless steel floating discs, Brembo radial callipers with 4 horizontally opposed pistons.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Stainless steel fixed disc, Brembo floating calliper with 2 parallel pistons.
Tires130/70-18 / 200/60-16

Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic vs Moto Guzzi California SE — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic and the Moto Guzzi California SE usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic brings 60 hp in a 336 kg package, while the Moto Guzzi California SE counters with 96 hp at 322 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: