Midual
Midual is a French high-end motorcycle manufacturer. Founded in 1997 by brothers Olivier and François Midy, the company is headquartered in Angers, France. A first prototype, the Midual 900, was presented in 1999 at the Paris Motor Show, but sufficient funding could not be found and the project was abandoned.[1]
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 Midual factory near Angers, France | |
| Industry | Motorcycles manufacturer |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1997 |
| Founder | Olivier Midy and François Midy |
| Headquarters | Juigné-sur-Loire, France |
| Products | Motorcycles |
Number of employees | 10 employees in 2020 |
| Website | www.midual.com |
In August 2014 the brand announced a new model at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, the Midual Type 1.[2] The announced price is £140,000 (€155,000), making it one of the most expensive motorcycles in the world.[3] The Type 1 is produced in a limited series.[1]
Midual booth with 5 Midual Type 1 at Rétromobile 2020
5 models of Midual Type 1
Midual Type 1 - Polished monocoque
Midual Type 1 : Dashboard
Self-supporting double-wall monocoque (Midual Type 1)
Longitudinal flat-twin Midual 1000cc
Midual Type 1 at Coupes Moto Légende (Dijon-Prenois)
References
- Ryan, Mike (2015). "Tour de Luxe". Just Bikes: 84–88.
- Dirck Edge (19 August 2014). "Midual Resurfaces in Carmel With Unique Flat Twin Design". MotorcycleDaily.com.
- Cathcart, Alan (2014). "French Flat Twin - Done Differently". CycleNews.com. 51: 79–87.
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