Description
This motorcycle is Lot 123 to be auctioned by Bonhams at The Autumn Stafford Sale (The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show) on 12 & 13 October, please see the Bonhams website for full details.
Auction Timings:
Lots 1 - 176 are to be sold from 11:00 on Saturday 12th October 2024.
Lots 201 - 429 are to be sold from 11:00 on Sunday 13th October 2024.
Public Viewing:
Available 12th & 13th October 2024 from 09:00 until 17:00, at The Stafford County Showground (The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show).
Lot 123
1966 Rickman Métisse 650cc Triumph T110 Scrambler
Registration no. not registered
Frame no. 766
Engine no. Tthe details below
The Rickman brothers - Don and Derek - were already established moto-cross stars when they built the first Métisse in 1959 and within a decade their company would grow to become one of the biggest and best-known independent motorcycle frame-makers. Both commenced their scrambles careers riding BSA Gold Stars, and the brothers' first 'special' consisted of a BSA duplex-loop frame, Triumph T100 engine, BSA gearbox and Norton forks. It was given the French name 'Métisse', which is roughly translatable as 'hybrid'. For the 1960 season two new Métisse MkII machines were constructed along broadly similar lines, before being superseded by the first Rickman-framed model, the Metisse MkIII, for 1961. An enormous success, the MkIII frame was produced in substantial quantities, proving a popular basis for large-capacity roadsters as well scrambles use. Unable to compete with the Japanese factories, the Rickmans gave up frame making in the early 1980s, the rights to their designs passing in 1983/ 84 to Pat French's firm, MRD Métisse, which continued to cater for the increasing 'classic' market.
Delivered new to Westbury Motorcycles in January 1966, this example has a BSA 'STD' gearbox (kickstart missing) and is offered for recommissioning. Sold strictly as viewed, the machine is offered with a State of Colorado Certificate of Title. This machine is offered with a NOVA declaration.
All lots are sold 'as is/ where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams Motorcycles website for all pertinent auction information.
