This Bultaco started life in 1965 as a model 8
Metralla 200. It was used as a racer through the late sixties and was
traded into a dealer for a newer bike in the early seventies. The second
owner purchased the bike from the dealer, Motorcycles Unlimited in Corte
Madera Ca., He liked it because of it’s sporting abilities and the look
of the kit America tank. He loved to ride fast on the curvy coastal
roads where he lived. He also loved to tinker and paid lots of attention
to details.
It was soon apparent to him that he needed
more power and he acquired the 75 Pursang model 135, 250cc motor that
now powers the bike. This was a bit of an undertaking and required new
engine mounts. The motor was rebuilt and detailed. The frame was
modified for the motor and some brackets were removed, moved and added.
The frame and bodywork received the current paint. He soon developed
Tinnitus and could not ride his labor of love, as the noise would
irritate his condition.
The bike sat in his seaside studio being
thoroughly polished and detailed until I purchased the bike in 2004. I
spent a good 40 hours getting the bike ready for its first ride of 20
years. The tank was sealed with Caswel tank sealer. I added new
petcocks, fuel line and rebuilt the carb. The engine seals and outer
gaskets were replaced along with a new Japanese primary chain. Both oils
were added. The top end was taken off and found to be in good order. I
also rebuilt the forks with new seals and oil, new brake shoes, drive
chain and tires, slightly used Avon Race take offs. The seat was also
re-padded and covered, the muffler was repacked and a rubber pipe mount
was added.
This bike fires up and runs great. It is a
little loud, but earplugs are cheap. I have since put high bars on for
more comfort and replaced some of the cables with modern Teflon lined
pieces. I rode this bike on a 250 mile day trip in 2006 and found it
capable and fun but it has not seen more than 50 miles since. It is not
a garage queen, has some detail issues but generally in very nice
presentable shape.
Clear Ca title and currently registered
Original engine cases and new Kit Metralla
rear sets included
SOLD
$5500, John Burkhard [415]717-4615 eMail
[email protected]
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