Peter Fonda "Wyatt" 1968 Bultaco Pursang 250 MkII motorcycle from Easy Rider....

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Peter Fonda "Wyatt" 1968 Bultaco Pursang 250 MkII motorcycle from Easy Rider. (Columbia, 1969) Vintage 1968 Bultaco Pursang 250 MkII motorcycle (frame & engine # 48-00510). This bike was one of two supplied by Bultaco to Fonda's Pando Company for use in Easy Riderandridden by Fonda as  "Wyatt" in the iconic film's first scene. A favorite of motocross enthusiasts, the Pursang wasn't the fastest bike in terms of straight-ahead speed but was lauded for its agility and tight turn ratio.To put it into context, Bultaco's premier model in the USA, the Pursang, was a powerful 250cc air cooled 2-stroke comp model. It was a winner in virtually any type of high-speed-based, off-road event. The boat-tail 250 MKII pushed out 34 horsepower from the crate and with the standard 5-speed was thought to be the fastest 250 in 1968. Restored to film used condition. Includes original Bultaco Western delivery invoice to Pando Company/Peter Fonda, dated April 4, 1968, stating the proper VIN number. Measures 82 x 44 in. Exhibiting age and production use. Sold on bill of sale only.

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