The Midual Type 1 is Among the World's Most Expensive Motorbikes
Rahul Kalvapalle — September 3, 2014 — Autos
The Midual Type 1 is an ingeniously redesigned version of classic boxer-twin motors. Production of this highly technologically accomplished motorbike will be limited to only 35 units, costing $185,400 each. The bike is well and truly targeted towards the hyper-elite market.
The Midual Type 1's flat-twin setup is designed to produce strong torque at low engine speeds but with a broad power spread, able to hit 106 horsepower at 8,000 revolutions per minute.
The bike's frame is said to be the result of "several thousand hours" of design and development. It utilizes a single-piece aluminum chassis cast together in a French aerospace foundry before being hand-shaped. Its external double wall serves as a fuel tank, an ingenious design element that has been patented.
The Midual Type 1's flat-twin setup is designed to produce strong torque at low engine speeds but with a broad power spread, able to hit 106 horsepower at 8,000 revolutions per minute.
The bike's frame is said to be the result of "several thousand hours" of design and development. It utilizes a single-piece aluminum chassis cast together in a French aerospace foundry before being hand-shaped. Its external double wall serves as a fuel tank, an ingenious design element that has been patented.
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Motorbikes - The ultra-elite market presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the development of high-end, technologically advanced and exclusive motorbike models.
2. Redesigned Engines - Innovation in the engineering and design of flat-twin motors can result in enhanced performance and power delivery, appealing to both motorcycle enthusiasts and collectors.
3. Advanced Manufacturing Techniques - The use of aerospace-grade materials and intricate manufacturing processes offers the potential for breakthroughs in creating high-quality, exclusive motorbike frames and components.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Goods - The luxury goods industry can tap into the hyper-elite market by offering customized, high-performance motorbikes with unique features and limited production runs.
2. Automotive - Motorcycle manufacturers can explore partnerships and collaborations with established automotive companies to leverage their expertise in advanced engineering and innovative manufacturing techniques.
3. Aerospace - Utilizing aerospace-grade materials and manufacturing techniques can create opportunities for collaboration between the aerospace and motorbike industries, leading to the development of ultra-elite, high-performance motorcycles.
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