Bultaco was born from a split in the partnership of motorcycle manufacturer, Montesa, following a disagreement about the company’s racing program. Francisco Bulto offered the first Bultaco in 1959 and spent most of the 1960s developing sports roadsters with a habit of winning, including European Grand Prix and the Isle of Man, and trials bikes, winning the National Championship eight times and the prestigious Six Day Trials a formidable four times.
In the U.S. Bultaco’s tough and reliable machines were shot in to the spotlight when, in 1973, Jim Pomeroy took a 250cc Pursang to overall victory at the Spanish Grand Prix, simultaneously becoming the first rider ever to win his debut motocross GP, the first American to win a GP, the first American to lead the MXGP point standings and the first rider of any nationality to win an MXGP on a Spanish motorcycle.
For the new “enduro” rider, the company developed the Matador, with lighting to qualify as a dual-purpose bike, but a capable competition endure machine straight out of the showroom.
The matching numbers 1971 Bultaco 250cc Matador on offer here comes from a local collection in fine original condition. Purchased as viewed here, the bike has remained on static display for some years and although treated to a rudimentary recommissioning in our shop, further fettling may be needed before returning to its dual sport duties. The bike is sold on a clear California Title.
Engine no. M-7501414
Frame no. B7501414
Location: Ventura, California
SOLD
