Bultaco

Year of foundation 1958-1983

Bultaco was a historic Spanish motorcycle manufacturer, founded in 1958 by Francisco “Paco” Bultó in Barcelona, ​​after he separated from Montesa, the company he had worked for and helped develop successful models. Bultaco's vision was to create lightweight, powerful, and innovative motorcycles capable of competing in both motocross and road racing, with a strong focus on ease of maintenance and rideability. The company's name comes from combining the founder's nickname, “Bultó,” and the word “taco,” which in Spanish means the tip of the foot, a symbol of agility and control. From the beginning, Bultaco stood out for its competition models, including the famous “Sherpa” series, designed for trials and off-road riding, which revolutionized the discipline thanks to the bikes' lightness and ease of handling. In the 1960s and 1970s, the manufacturer won numerous world titles in motocross, trials, and endurance racing, becoming synonymous with technical and sporting excellence. Bultaco motorcycles were characterized by simple yet effective two-stroke engines, advanced suspension for the time, and captivating aesthetics, often featuring brightly colored fuel tanks and the famous upward-pointing finger logo, symbolizing the motto "Always Ahead." Despite their racing success and popularity among enthusiasts, the economic crisis of the 1980s and growing international competition led to production being discontinued in 1983. However, the Bultaco brand remained an icon in the motorcycle world, celebrated by collectors and enthusiasts around the world, and has experienced a limited revival in recent years with electric models that recall the innovative and sporty spirit of the Bultaco tradition.