Description
Unused and dry stored in a vacuum bag since 2010
Never registered for road use
Original ‘Collection Certificate’ with its number added to the register, endorsed by the McQueen estate
Original invoice and MOT certificate included
"This rig is the best handling bike I’ve ever owned!" - Steve McQueen. Originally developed by brothers Derek and Don Rickman, the Mettise, meaning "mongrel" in French, was a bespoke desert scrambler frame, built up using mechanicals from various leading motorcycles of the day. Steve McQueen, a keen amateur off-road racer when he wasn't in front of the camera, favoured the Triumph-engined Metisse, which featured the firm's legendary 650cc parallel twin.
The company exists to this day as Mettise Motorcycles, building beautiful replicas of the McQueen spec bikes. These limited production machines capture the essence of McQueen's desert racing exploits with period-correct styling and impressive off-road capabilities. This particular example represents a rare opportunity to acquire an essentially brand new McQueen Desert Scrambler, having been purchased directly from Metisse in Oxfordshire in 2010 and meticulously preserved in vacuum storage since. Complete with its certificate of authenticity, original documentation, and in very good condition, this motorcycle offers the chance to own a piece of motorcycling heritage that pays homage to one of the most celebrated Hollywood stars and motorcycle enthusiasts.
History and Paperwork
Purchased new from Metisse, Oxfordshire in 2010
Frame number: 971MQN228
Engine number: T120DU1252
Unused and dry stored in vacuum bag since 2010
Original MOT certificate included with the bike
Never registered for road use
Original ‘Collection Certificate’ with its number added to the register, endorsed by the McQueen estate
Original invoice included
As-new condition (never used apart from engine run every six months)
Vacuum-bag stored from new, preserving its factory condition
Holtwork alloy tank fitted in 2023
Original tank drained and stored (comes with the bike)
Original extras include:
Side stand
Rear number mounting plate
Speedometer
Horn
Mufflers
