I haven’t updated this in several months, mainly because I haven’t progressed enough to have anything new to show. I decided that I definitely want to go with a Bultaco engine, for … Engine considerationsRead more
Leading axle front forks
The forks are from a Suzuki GS650L cruiser. I was originally looking for a set of standard GS450 or 550E forks, because I thought the leading-axle design used on the “L” moddels … Leading axle front forksRead more
Swingarm update
I have not done much work on the bike other than lots of measuring and test-fitting, but here’s an update. I revised my swingarm arrangement. A new swingarm bush arrived and the … Swingarm updateRead more
Attaching the swingarm
My first goal for this project is to have a rolling chassis I can push around the garage by the end of the year. To that end, I’ve picked up a GS650L … Attaching the swingarmRead more
Another bike that inspired my project
Here’s a crappy scan of a Montesa bitsa built by Jared Bates, owner of Southwest Montesa. I took this photo at Lynn and Dorothy Mobley’s Minden Classic and European Motorcycle Show way … Another bike that inspired my projectRead more
Origins – Budget Parts-Bin Bultaco
I recently heard someone ask, “Is building a bike from scratch worth it?” I decided to try to create my own low-budget, scratch-built motorcycle to find out. Okay, so at this point … Origins – Budget Parts-Bin BultacoRead more
Suzuki GP400: A missed opportunity?
Suzuki’s GN400 street thumper never sold any better than the mediocre SP370/400 dual-sport bike it sprang from, and was forgotten not long after its production run ended in the early eighties. With … Suzuki GP400: A missed opportunity?Read more
Bul Stories
Bul Stories by Lane Campbell Originally printed in the January, 1981 edition of Rider magazine © Rider Magazine, reprinted by permission. Mention the name Bultaco to contemporary road riders, and you’ll likely … Bul StoriesRead more