Bultaco 105 SERIES ASTRO 1973 Motorcycles

Listed for sale is 1 of 530 factory built, European specification Ducati 750 GT Electric Start models built in 1973 and 1974.  Engine number (75417X) puts this motorcycle as part of the 3rd production run of 1973 (329 units) and has some unique styling cues.  This production run retained the leading axle Marzocchi Forks and painted them with a textured black finish that matched the rear shock shrouds and made for a phenomenal sporty look with newly introduced painted fenders, Veglia Speedometer and Tach and lower handlebars. .  This GT is extremely original and underwent a nut and bolt restoration and retains all of its important factory parts including: Aprilia 35964 headlight Marzocchi leading axle front forks and triple tree. Correct Borrani rims: 4403 front, 4626 rear Correct 15mm Scarab master cylinder, caliper and rotor Correct Veglia gauges Correct clutch lever and perch Aprilia switches (genuine original) Aprilia fuse box Aprilia directionals Steel gas tank Original factory airboxes Dell'orto 30mm Carburetors Conti exhaust Correct valve covers Original electric start clutch cover with Magneti Marelli starter Marzocchi rear shocks (305mm) Ducati ignition coils, and condensers in the timing cover Frame has the correct, larger(east/west) battery tray The dash is a new top quality coarse grain with the electric starter button correctly placed. Please reference the pictures for the current condition of the bike and to see the full detail of the restoration.   Mileage is unknown(motorcycle was acquired with a custom seat and blinkers and dash removed).

1973 Ducati 750 GT round case A true collectors motorcycle and one of the most beautiful ever produced.   Engine# 751723 Frame# 751233 2nd series, North America 2 owner bike First owner from London, Ontario, Canada Second owner John Lightfoot from Mississauga, Ontario, Canada purchased the bike in 1982   Engine: Carbs are 32mm Dellorto’s (PHF 32AD, PHF32AS), K&N filters, the original 30mm Amal carbs are included with original air boxes and hoses OEM Tommaselli twin pull throttle and controls. Engine has never been apart.

Aluminum fuel tank (fiber glass original destroyed by alcohol in gasoline)Stainless steel wheel spokes and nipplesNew Progressive Suspension rear shocks and springsNew Seat upholstery (stitched tuck and roll, not heat embossed vinyl)New Pirelli Sport Demon tires with new inner tubesNew Brembo front brake master cylinder New Brembo front brake caliperNew fork seals with new dust coversHandle bar end mirrorsStainless Steel braided brake lineOriginal worn out Amal 930 carburetors replaced with rebuilt Dellorto PHF 30 mm carbs and       manifoldsOriginal owners manual with maintenance log by original ownerEngine overhauled at 44,140 miles (defective main bearing)Current mileage:  51,130 milesRuns perfectly, ready to ride. Successful bidder will have to arrange shipping.

I recently purchased this bike from Ian Faloon in Australia. When it arrived it was so impressive that it has sat in my living room as a piece of art.... In my quest for a Sport I have reluctantly decided to find her a new home.