| Metisse's profilation of this bike |
| As a limited edition of 300 from Métisse, each one has its own framed and embossed certificate of authenticity. Steve McQueen and #8217;s signature is also on the tank badge of each bike. Original year of manufacture 1966. |
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General information |
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Motorcycle name
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Metisse Desert Racer |
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Year model
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2010 |
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Type
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Classic |
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Rating
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Engine and transmission |
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Engine size
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649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches) |
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Type of engine
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Single cylinder, four-stroke |
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Effect
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47.0 HP (34.3 kW)) @ 6700 RPM |
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Compression
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9.0:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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71.0 x 82.0 mm (2.8 x 3.2 inches) |
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Fuel system
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Carburettor. Amal |
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Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
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Exhaust system
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Period chromed exhaust pipes |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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Mark III chrome moly, nickel plated, oil-bearing frame with oil filter included |
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Front suspension
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Cerani fork |
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Rear suspension
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BSA |
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Front tire
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100/110-18 |
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Rear tire
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2.75-21 |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Dry weight
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135.0 kg (297.6 pounds) |
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Power/weight ratio
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0.3481 HP/kg |
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Other specifications |
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Comments
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Triumph TR6 engine. All parts except for the fully re-conditioned Triumph engine and rear hub are newly manufactured items. |
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