| Attribute | Metisse Desert Racer 2011 × | Metisse Desert Racer 2010 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2011 | 2010 |
| Make | Metisse | Metisse |
| Model | Metisse Desert Racer | Metisse Desert Racer |
| Category | Classic | Classic |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Amal | Carburettor. Amal |
| Engine details | Triumph 650cc twin cylinder engine | - |
| Displacement (cm³) | 649 | 649 |
| Power (kw) | 34.3 | 34.3 |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 71 | 71 |
| Stroke (mm) | 82 | 82 |
| Compression | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Exhaust system | Period chromed exhaust pipes | Period chromed exhaust pipes |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Cerani fork | Cerani fork |
| Rear suspension | BSA | BSA |
| Frame type | Mark III chrome moly, nickel plated, oil-bearing frame with oil filter included | Mark III chrome moly, nickel plated, oil-bearing frame with oil filter included |
| Front tyre | 100/110-18 | 100/110-18 |
| Rear tyre | 2.75-21 | 2.75-21 |
| Seat | Hand-made upholstered long seat | - |
| Wheels | Steel chromed rims | - |
| Other | ||
| Color options |
| - |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 135 | 135 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2541 | 0.2541 |