1968 Rickman Métisse Triumph 650cc Café Racer Registration no. SRR 282F Frame no. 204C Engine no. NG36501 T120R 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. Having started out campaigning Triumph-engined BSAs, for 1961 the brothers introduced the first Rickman frame, the Métisse MkIII, which was produced in substantial quantities. It was followed by the more compact MkIV, intended for the unitary construction Triumph T100 and BSA Victor engines, while there was also a frame for two-stroke singles and a road racing chassis. 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. Rickman factory records show that frame number '204' was originally built to house a single-cylinder AMC (7R/G50) engine and sold new in January 1968 to one R F Seymour. The 650cc twin-cylinder Triumph engine currently installed is believed to come from a T120R Bonneville. First UK registered in July 1998, which is possibly when it was completed in its current form, the Métisse comes from a small private collection. Dry stored, started regularly and used sparingly for local rides out, it should require relatively little recommissioning before returning to the road. The machine is offered with a V5C Registration Certificate and a dating letter from Métisse Motorcycles Ltd. Footnotes: BUYER'S PREMIUM The Buyer's Premium for this Lot is 15%+VAT on the first £500k of the Hammer Price, and 12%+VAT on the balance thereafter. 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. CONDITIONS OF SALE, AUCTION INFORMATION & GUIDE FOR BUYERS Please see the 'CONDITIONS OF SALE, AUCTION INFORMATION & GUIDE FOR BUYERS' at the top of the main sale page (Motorcycles Online - The Spring Sale) for all pertinent information regarding bidder's obligations, viewing, bidding, payment, post-sale collection & transportation. REQUEST A TRANSPORT QUOTE To request a UK or European Motorcycle shipping quote visit Moving Motorcycles. To request an International Motorcycle shipping quote visit Shippio. To request a Memorabilia and Spares shipping quote visit Mail Boxes Etc - Milton Keynes. Saleroom notices: Please note that this Lot is offered with a key. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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