WIN THIS 1962 Triumph Thunderbird 650 Pre-Unit Desert Sled + £500!
Won by Craig M. • February 22, 2026
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WIN THIS 1962 Triumph Thunderbird 650 Pre-Unit Desert Sled + £500!
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Period-correct Desert Sled build
Pre-unit Thunderbird
One-off Build
Competition Details
Prize details
A rare opportunity to own a one-off, period-correct Triumph Desert Sled, inspired by the legendary machines raced by Bud Ekins in the American desert scene. This 1962 Triumph Thunderbird 650 Pre-Unit has just been completed by our photographer Isaac to a very high standard and captures the raw, purposeful look and feel of a true competition desert sled.
The build has been carefully put together using only high-quality, period-correct components, resulting in a bike that looks as mean as it sounds. Finished in an all-black theme, it has a tough, no-nonsense stance and delivers an authentic soundtrack through its twin high-level exhausts. This is not a show pony—it’s a proper desert sled built to be ridden and enjoyed.
Note from our photographer Isaac: This bike has been an absolute dream to build and ride! It’s a proper usable classic and being a thunderbird its quite an unstressed engine, so perfect for reliable motoring. I built this in summer 2025 and only just got it to a state where I am happy for someone to win it! During that time it has been on many adventures including a 6-7 hour trip down to Cornwall travelling down the Atlantic highway. In all honesty I am sad to see her go!
Why this prize is special
This 1962 Triumph Thunderbird Desert Sled is a beautifully executed, one-off build by our photographer Isaac that perfectly captures the spirit of early desert racing. With its aggressive stance, authentic parts selection, and unmistakable pre-unit Triumph character, it’s a standout machine that will turn heads wherever it goes. A rare chance to own a genuine, period-inspired British desert sled—ready to ride, show, and enjoy.
Key Features of the 1962 Triumph Thunderbird 650 Pre-Unit Desert Sled
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1962 Triumph Thunderbird 650 Pre-Unit
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Period-correct Desert Sled build
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US-spec competition fuel tank, professionally fitted and painted
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Ace Classics Bates-style desert sled seat
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Ace Classics Bud Ekins-style high-level exhaust pipes
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Alloy rear mudguard
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Desert sled handlebars
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Bantam rear light with LED bulb
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Skid plate fitted
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Ace Classics Webco air filter
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Period-style desert sled tyres
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Rebuilt front forks with external springs
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Hidden kill switch
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K2F magneto
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New primary chain
Competition Rules
This competition is open to UK residents aged 18 or over.
You may enter this competition up to 250 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 22nd Feb 10pm GMT.
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 250 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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