Written by Martin Hodgson
If my Dad had owned a Moto Guzzi of any kind I’d have thought that was pretty darn cool; but it turns out kids these days expect a hell of a lot more and a stock 1996 Moto Guzzi California 1100 just isn’t good enough. Spurred on by his children and pictures of some sweet Guzzi customs the owner of this here ride needed someone to build his dream. In Brent Giesbrecht of MotoVida in Kelowna, Canada, he found just the man, even if Google maps showed they were exactly 4673km apart. But the long distance love affair paid off with the old soul turned into a sweet big bore Scrambler they call V11x.

It’s easy to see why the owner decided the travel was worth it, being new to the custom world and having owned the Guzzi since new you don’t want to hand your pride and joy over to just anyone. At MotoVida, Brent and the team have created a relaxed atmosphere where everybody feels welcome, an ego free zone and a true community vibe. As Brent tell us there are a few other reasons to go to Kelowna, ?quick access to some of the best riding around and with a climate that offers a lengthy riding season. Not to brag but we also have some of the best wineries, microbreweries (we are beside one), micro distilleries around! Everyone should come for a visit!?
Down to business with the beastly Guzzi up on the bench, you could forgive the crew for thinking they might have bitten off more than they could chew. The California is an enormous cruiser...