vickej Posted February 2, 2015 Report Share Posted February 2, 2015 Hi everyone - I'm new to this so go easy! I have just bought a 1968 Model 27 Sherpa T. I have bought it from the original owner who purchased it brand new in 1968. My query is this: He tells me it is a four speed but I wonder if this is correct as I thought the model 27 was the first of the 5speeds? It is road registered and has been from new! I have posted a picture - (please ignore the colourscheme - this will be put right in due course. Engine and frame numbers match and are M27-00*** Can any of you eagle eyed Bultaco experts tell me if I am missing anything or does the bike look largely complete? Thanks for your help Jon 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbhbul Posted February 2, 2015 Report Share Posted February 2, 2015 Jon, It is in fact a 5 speed, the alloy side panels are not there, alloy fenders replaced w/Gonelli's mayhap the man has these put up somewhere, that would be nice, the seat would also be good, side stand also. I don't have a picture of a Mod 27 that I can post, they can be found on the net. By the way where are you? Good luck,& ask away. Larry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vickej Posted February 2, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2015 Thanks Larry that's a great help. Have googled a couple on the net and some people refer to a 'San Antonio' Sherpa T - is this a differnt bike or is that just a nickname for them? Thanks again ps - I am in Cornwall. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2stroke4stroke Posted February 2, 2015 Report Share Posted February 2, 2015 Can't PM you vickej but this post has reminded me that I have a set of original alloy guards from a 1970 model that should fit. You won't be in a panic but get in touch if you eventually think you might want them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbhbul Posted February 2, 2015 Report Share Posted February 2, 2015 Jon, looks like you might have got lucky already by the above post, in the moment, I found some good pictures, bultaco mod 27 yahoo search. Have fun Larry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody Posted February 2, 2015 Report Share Posted February 2, 2015 Yes, the model 27 was known as the San Antonio and they are a rare bike as they were only produced for a short time before being replaced with the model 49. Rarer than the model 10 thay have the lowest production run apart from the 198b, so a nice find. Has the frame been modified around the footrest area or is it just the angle of the shot that makes it look different Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bult360 Posted February 4, 2015 Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 Hi , this 27 looks to be a nice find , should have a 24 mm IRZ carb on it but they run better with a concentric or mikuni which yours looks to have fitted , still has its riveted rear hub , rear mudguard loop looks to be a bit different , shouldn't have two separate tabs . bars should still have the fixed levers like a model 10 and the alloy guards should be the same as a 10 and early 49 without the raised edges as fitted to late 49s and 80s etc . Is it road regd ?A couple of side views would be nice , Dave renham can supply the alloy side panels but they are easy to make out of sheet alloy , I can provide a pattern If you want to have a go at making them yourself , Dave also does the seats , they are a bit pricey but are realy well made Spanish items with a steel base . Pm me if you need a pattern for the panels . San Antonio 2 referred to the name given to the 5speed motor . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sherpa325 Posted February 4, 2015 Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 Hi, well done finding this rare bike. If you are going to restore it to original condition the triple clamp fitted to the bike is off a later model and is a much better design. The original top clamp is a bit of a pain as the handlebars are secured by two u bolts which are difficult to adjust. The footpegs should bolt onto the bike through the swinging arm pivot bolt and an additional bolt underneath and are non folding, more photos would be great. Cheers Greg PS San Antonio is the name of Paco Bulto's property where a lot of the development work was carried out- Bultaco trials were held there also for sponsored riders/dealers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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