# New Generation CALIFORNIA 1400

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## [Fitting new discs](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/fitting-new-discs/3431)

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**Author:** [@del.hel.smith](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/del.hel.smith)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [7 April 2020 21:52 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/fitting-new-discs/3431 "2020-04-07T21:52:30Z")

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When fitting new discs be very carefull the mounting bolts are very soft had to destroy one to get the disc off and that was using a good socket set had the same problem last time I did the valves changed all the rocker…

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## [Front brakes on the 1400 Cali](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/front-brakes-on-the-1400-cali/3287)

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**Author:** [@del.hel.smith](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/del.hel.smith)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [12 January 2020 13:25 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/front-brakes-on-the-1400-cali/3287 "2020-01-12T13:25:12Z")

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Sticking Pistons again it seems it doesn’t matter how clean and well maintained my front calipers are they seem prone to sticking and wearing out front brake pads the bike has only just hit 18000ml and I have lost count …

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## [Audace pipes on a cali](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/audace-pipes-on-a-cali/3042)

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**Author:** [@del.hel.smith](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/del.hel.smith)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [16 March 2019 09:44 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/audace-pipes-on-a-cali/3042 "2019-03-16T09:44:33Z")

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Fitted Audace pipes on the Cali the brackets have to be altered to stop hitting the panniers the sound is louder it also is a lot quicker off the mark and that’s still touring mode top end also faster not telling ? Got …

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## [Limp Mode](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/limp-mode/3095)

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**Author:** [@Phil\_Skinner](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/Phil_Skinner)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [22 December 2018 16:34 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/limp-mode/3095 "2018-12-22T16:34:24Z")

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Hi all, I had a very strange incident this morning with my California Custom. (it has covered 3700kms and was serviced at 1000kms). I was cruising at about 150kph when the red warning light on the dash on and the LCD scr…

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## [Fog lights on the Cali touring](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/fog-lights-on-the-cali-touring/2957)

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**Author:** [@del.hel.smith](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/del.hel.smith)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [7 July 2018 12:36 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/fog-lights-on-the-cali-touring/2957 "2018-07-07T12:36:07Z")

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How do you change the bulbs mine went the other day did what it said in the handbook no problem until you try to get the bulb out of the socket it looks like you have to go to the dealer to replace the bulb or risk damag…

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## [Resetting Service symbol](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/resetting-service-symbol/2691)

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**Author:** [@ticker59](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/ticker59)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [7 May 2018 14:09 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/resetting-service-symbol/2691 "2018-05-07T14:09:00Z")

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I have serviced my 2013 California and now need to reset the service spanner symbol. How is this done? Is it relatively easy? and has anyone done this themselves.

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## [Guzzi 1400 v Bmw 1600 bagger](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/guzzi-1400-v-bmw-1600-bagger/2848)

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**Author:** [@del.hel.smith](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/del.hel.smith)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [12 March 2018 05:35 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/guzzi-1400-v-bmw-1600-bagger/2848 "2018-03-12T05:35:39Z")

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The new Bmw 1600 Bagger base model £16,750 -19,405 all the gizmos Guzzi Cali 1400 £18,000-20,000 plus what would you buy ?lighter big six for less money or very expensive guzzi is it just me or has the world gone mad ?

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## [Exhausts  what do you think](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/exhausts-what-do-you-think/2788)

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**Author:** [@del.hel.smith](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/del.hel.smith)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [12 March 2018 05:26 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/exhausts-what-do-you-think/2788 "2018-03-12T05:26:11Z")

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I had to get the balance pipe welded plus change the fixing screws for the chrome covers also what do you think of the stupid springclips very cheap and nasty had to replace most of them.

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## [Audace](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/audace/2325)

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**Author:** [@Mad\_Farquhar](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/Mad_Farquhar)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [25 February 2018 04:48 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/audace/2325 "2018-02-25T04:48:53Z")

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Hurrah! Delighted with the Audace from Mo-Tech Newcastle. Only issue to date, being dealt with under warranty, is the coating flaking off the exhaust. One was replaced before delivery and the other one is being processed…

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## [High Speed Flashers on combination](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/high-speed-flashers-on-combination/2850)

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**Author:** [@blackstoun](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/blackstoun)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [22 February 2018 18:52 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/high-speed-flashers-on-combination/2850 "2018-02-22T18:52:50Z")

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Has Anyone got a solution/suggestion to this problem? Indicators on my outfit are rather fast (I think barely legal) because the LED/Canbus equipped bike has a chair attached with victorian technology lamps. The fitting…

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## [Urgent Service Warning!](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/urgent-service-warning/2755)

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**Author:** [@Fatman](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/Fatman)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [5 February 2018 09:21 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/urgent-service-warning/2755 "2018-02-05T09:21:08Z")

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Hi, I recently bought a 2015 California 1400 Touring and the dealer was to service it before delivery. Two weeks after I took delivery this warning appeared so I took it back to the dealer who said it just needed resett…

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## [Rear number plate bulb replacement](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/rear-number-plate-bulb-replacement/2826)

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**Author:** [@Mike\_P](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/Mike_P)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [31 January 2018 17:23 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/rear-number-plate-bulb-replacement/2826 "2018-01-31T17:23:06Z")

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The rear number plate bulb died last night on my 1400 California touring SE. Has anyone changed one and what type of bulb is it,as everything refers to dealer?

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## [Check your engine panels](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/check-your-engine-panels/2807)

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**Author:** [@del.hel.smith](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/del.hel.smith)\
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**Last updated:** [13 January 2018 15:12 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/check-your-engine-panels/2807 "2018-01-13T15:12:13Z")

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Check behind your black plastic engine panels now and then or your fittings starter motor and other connections will corrode some acf 50 or wd 40 should do check your oil filter also just changed it was well rusty

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## [1400 Cali gearbox selector springs](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/1400-cali-gearbox-selector-springs/2775)

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**Author:** [@del.hel.smith](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/del.hel.smith)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [13 January 2018 14:47 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/1400-cali-gearbox-selector-springs/2775 "2018-01-13T14:47:11Z")

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Anybody had there selector springs fail failed at 11,500 miles now at Jim Allen’s getting fixed hopefully won’t go over three figures for repair ? Jim allans fixed the bike turns out to be nackerd selector rod and bush d…

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## [Audace - 6 months on](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/audace-6-months-on/2747)

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**Author:** [@trainman](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/trainman)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [3 November 2017 17:22 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/audace-6-months-on/2747 "2017-11-03T17:22:18Z")

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So its 6 months on and nearly 3000 miles. Can honestly say its been great, a lot of commuting which has proved slow speed control and clutch are excellent. Bike didn’t get hot in the summer and the low down grunt makes i…

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## [1400 California Service Stand](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/1400-california-service-stand/2432)

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**Author:** [@Phil\_Skinner](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/Phil_Skinner)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [11 July 2017 14:32 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/1400-california-service-stand/2432 "2017-07-11T14:32:29Z")

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Hi, has anyone either designed or made a stand that allows servicing of the 1400 California? If so can you give details. Hanging the bike on straps sounds a like a real mission, and a stand would be more practical. Phil …

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## [Audace - running in impressions.](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/audace-running-in-impressions/2612)

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**Author:** [@trainman](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/trainman)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [15 June 2017 08:55 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/audace-running-in-impressions/2612 "2017-06-15T08:55:17Z")

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Safe to say this has been a big change for me, 30 years biking and most of that on big Adventure bikes (Japanese, BMW, KTM). I knew I wanted a change and probably a ‘naked’ roadster of some sort. Always been a fan of twi…

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## [Ikon shocks on order. Now fitted.](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/ikon-shocks-on-order-now-fitted/2572)

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**Author:** [@motomike](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/motomike)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [29 May 2017 09:48 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/ikon-shocks-on-order-now-fitted/2572 "2017-05-29T09:48:58Z")

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Cali 1400 Touring, Waiting on delivery of Ikon 7610 rear shocks. From what I’ve read these are updated Konis, a bit like the old Dial-a-Rides I reckon. Four damping settings and 3 spring preloads. Don’t know if it’s my…

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## [1400 Touring - rear wheel removal issues](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/1400-touring-rear-wheel-removal-issues/2563)

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**Author:** [@Cajudd](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/Cajudd)\
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**Last updated:** [1 May 2017 10:41 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/1400-touring-rear-wheel-removal-issues/2563 "2017-05-01T10:41:09Z")

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ANYONE ELSE HAD THIS WITH A 1400 - I fitted a new rear tyre on my 1400 yesterday, not without issue though, as the rear cush drive and cardon plate fell out whilst removing the wheel…! Checking MG’s Workshop Manual B0431…

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## [1400 first service dealer feedback](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/1400-first-service-dealer-feedback/2326)

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**Author:** [@guzzibrat](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/guzzibrat)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [6 January 2017 16:17 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/1400-first-service-dealer-feedback/2326 "2017-01-06T16:17:36Z")

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Interesting read and will be useful for interim home servicing as the years roll on https://www.motointernational.com/service/california-1400-first-service-impressions-by-micha Have fun Steve

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## [MGX-21 video](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/mgx-21-video/2334)

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**Author:** [@Mad\_Farquhar](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/Mad_Farquhar)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [3 October 2016 13:31 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/mgx-21-video/2334 "2016-10-03T13:31:27Z")

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C.A.F. https://youtu.be/gmgMOeCX\_7k

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## [Bike Magazine Sept 2016](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/bike-magazine-sept-2016/2332)

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**Author:** [@Mad\_Farquhar](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/u/Mad_Farquhar)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [15 August 2016 10:56 UTC](https://forum.motoguzziclub.co.uk/t/bike-magazine-sept-2016/2332 "2016-08-15T10:56:45Z")

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Comparison of xDiavel, HD Pro Street Breakout, and Audace in above glossy pap. Audace seems to be well thought of.

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