In the early 1970s, motocross was dominated by Europeans. That is until a 20-year-old Jim Pomeroy, a Washington native, took the American message to the Spanish Grand Prix, taking overall victory, 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. All on a 250cc Bultaco Pursang.
Introduced in 1965, the Bultaco Pursang quickly became a favorite mount for what U.S. riders were calling ‘rough scrambles,’ a sport that would soon morph into motocross. By the time the 1975 Mk8 version arrived, the migration to long-travel suspension was on, so we see moved-up shocks making their first appearance on a Bultaco.
The 1978 Bultaco Pursang on offer here was the subject of a full restoration, including engine rebuild and attention to all cycle parts. It is offered in fine running condition as shown in the accompanying video.
Frame no. PB-20601182
Engine no. PB-20601172
Location: Cardiff, UK
