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WIN THIS 1960’s Rickman Metisse 500cc Desert Racer + £500! (FULLY RESTORED)

Drawn Sun 7th Sep 10pm BST
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And the winner is...

WIN THIS 1960’s Rickman Metisse 500cc Desert Racer + £500! (FULLY RESTORED)

Won by Simon C. • September 7, 2025

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3 Things To Love:

  • Triumph 500cc Engine

  • Hand-Painted Detailing

  • Iconic Style

Competition Details

Prize details

Rickman Metisse 500cc Desert Racer – Ferrari Blue | Triumph 500cc Engine | Hand-Painted Detailing

We are proud to offer this iconic British-built 1960s-style Rickman Metisse Desert Racer, now returned to us after a short time with its previous owner, George Charman, who won it on 27th April 2025. After enjoying the bike for a few months, he decided to let it come home — and we’ve taken the opportunity to enhance its already impressive presence with a flawless respray in stunning Ferrari Blue.

This latest iteration now features hand-painted Rickman logos and a Union Jack detail, creating what we believe to be one of the best-looking classic off-road machines on the market today. Built around a Triumph 500cc Daytona engine and finished to a high specification, this is a proper British desert sled that performs just as good as it looks.

Why this prize is special

This Rickman Metisse is a standout machine – combining rugged 1960s desert racer styling with a high-performance Triumph 500 engine and flawless custom paintwork. It’s back, better than ever, and now wearing a truly stunning new look. A unique opportunity to own a usable classic that turns heads and delivers proper British engineering heritage.

Free UK mainland delivery included.
Ready for the trails, shows, or simply to be admired in any collection.

Key Features of the 1960’s Rickman Metisse 500cc Desert Racer

  • Engine: 498cc, air-cooled, parallel-twin OHV Triumph Daytona engine, known for its smooth power delivery and reliability.
  • Power: Approximately 40 horsepower, offering strong acceleration and mid-range torque.
  • Transmission: 4-speed manual gearbox, delivering precise and smooth gear shifts.
  • Frame: Nickel-plated Rickman Métisse frame, providing exceptional strength, lightweight handling, and durability.
  • Brakes:
    • Front: Drum brake, offering period-correct stopping power.
    • Rear: Drum brake, complementing the front for balanced performance.
  • Suspension:
    • Front: Telescopic forks, providing excellent control over rough terrain.
    • Rear: Twin shock absorbers, enhancing stability and ride comfort.
  • Weight: Approximately 145 kg (320 lbs), making it light and highly maneuverable.
  • Performance:
    • Top speed of around 100 mph, with a strong torque curve ideal for both road and off-road use.
    • Easy-starting 500cc twin, making it a joy to ride.
  • Design:
    • Nickel-plated frame, giving it a striking, polished appearance.
    • High-level exhaust pipes, providing both style and practical ground clearance.
    • Bold Ferrari Blue colour scheme, making it stand out from the crowd.
    • Hand-painted Rickman logos and Union Jack, staying true to vintage off-road racing aesthetics.
  • Features:
    • New chrome rims, lights, and exhausts, maintaining a pristine finish.
    • Recently rebuilt top-end with new pistons, ensuring reliability.
    • Tax and MOT exempt, making it hassle-free to own.

Competition Rules

This competition is open to UK residents aged 18 or over.

You may enter this competition up to 500 times.

You will be randomly allocated your ticket number(s) when ordering and you will receive an email confirmation.

The total amount of tickets for this competition is (11999).

If all tickets do not sell out, the draw will happen at the following time regardless:

Drawn Sun 7th Sep 10pm BST.

You may enter the competition online or for free by post by sending your entry to The Classic Competition Company on a postcard. You must have an account on The Classic Competition Company for your entry to be processed. All details on your entry MUST correspond to the details on your account to receive the order confirmation and ticket number. Postal entries received without a registered account cannot be processed.

The live draw will take place on the The Classic Competition Company Facebook page using Google’s random number generator to select the winning ticket number from all Entrants.

This competition is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Facebook, Apple or Google. By entering the competitions, Entrants agree that neither Facebook, Apple, nor Google have any liability and are not responsible for the administration or promotion of this competition.

You can enter this competition up to 500 times.

Once your order has been placed your ticket number(s) will be randomly allocated and will show on your order confirmation. They will also be emailed to you, and will be available in the my account area.

The draw is done live on Facebook using a random number generator to determine the winning ticket number. You’ll be contacted directly if you have won.

If all the entries are sold sooner the draw will be brought forward. Keep updated on the confirmed draw date via our Facebook page and website.

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