Moto Guzzi Mille GT 1000 vs Moto Guzzi California III I (1993)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Mille GT 1000stacks up against the Moto Guzzi California III I. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi Mille GT 1000Moto Guzzi California III I
Model year19931993
Price
Engine949 cc949 cc
Horsepower71 hp65 hp
Torque78 Nm80 Nm
Weight215 kg250 kg
Seat height32 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity5.8 L6.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc

Moto Guzzi Mille GT 1000 vs Moto Guzzi California III I — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi Mille GT 1000 and the Moto Guzzi California III I usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Mille GT 1000 brings 71 hp in a 215 kg package, while the Moto Guzzi California III I counters with 65 hp at 250 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: