ShanghaiMay 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Moulton bicycles, a brand highly anticipated by cycling enthusiasts and the design world worldwide, officially opened its first major exhibition in China, titled “Space and Journey,” at Xian Suo in Shanghai. This exhibition not only presents the complete design evolution of this legendary brand spanning over half a century but also marks the global debut of the new model, the NS RAPIDE.
A Revolutionary Defying Tradition: From the Father of Automotive Suspension to the Master of the Space Frame
Since its debut in the 1960s, the Moulton bicycle has been a non-conformist presence. At the time, bicycle design had stagnated for over 70 years under the paradigm of diamond frames and large wheels. Founder Dr. Alex Moulton—an engineer who invented the famous rubber suspension system and helped rewrite the history of the MINI car—boldly broke through by introducing aerospace and automotive engineering concepts to bicycle design.
He completely rewrote the history of bicycle design with small wheels, a revolutionary full suspension system, and the iconic “Space Frame” structure. This structure, closer in precision to bridges or architecture, elevated the Moulton not only to the pinnacle of bicycle performance but also to an artwork often hailed as “the Patek Philippe of the bicycle world.”
Dialogue on “Space and Journey”: A Design Philosophy Beyond Tools
Titled “Space and Journey,” this exhibition connects the founder’s design thinking across more than half a century. For Moulton, “Space” refers to the technically precise space frame, the versatile riding scenarios adaptable to both urban and rural environments, and the arena for cultural dialogue between China and the UK. “Journey” represents Dr. Alex Moulton’s innovative path from automotive suspension expert to bicycle designer, the brand’s iterative design evolution over decades, and the everyday journey of every rider accompanied by a Moulton bicycle.
Core Exhibition Sections: Deconstructing the Beauty of Precision Machinery
Within the industrial heritage and modern design ambiance of Xian Suo in Shanghai, the exhibition tells this story through three core sections:
- Founder Dr. Alex Moulton’s Design Notes and Historical Photos: Every handwritten revision on display represents a rigorous structural logic deduction, documenting how a world-changing design came to be.
- Independent Disassembly of Key Components: Patented suspension, space frame, tires, and other key parts are presented separately. These highly engineered components, like intricate architectural nodes, showcase the unique structural aesthetics of Moulton bicycles.
- Full Model Lineup: From the 1962 original F Frame model to the classic AM series, the display of all models clearly outlines the brand’s design evolution trajectory.
Global Debut: The Pinnacle of Technology – NS RAPIDE
As the absolute highlight of this exhibition, the globally debuted new model NS RAPIDE reveals itself to cycling enthusiasts worldwide. This new bike, hailed as Moulton’s most technologically advanced to date, combines comfort, efficiency, and speed:
- Top-Tier Suspension: Equipped with the iconic Flexitor® front suspension and Hydrolastic® rear suspension, providing unparalleled shock absorption.
- Performance Breakthrough: Introduces the 20-inch/451mm wheel size platform for the first time, paired with aerodynamic carbon fiber wheels, compatible with the latest 12/13-speed groupsets.
- Lightweight Limit: Features Moulton’s lightest-ever separable frame, achieving high portability while ensuring high-speed stability.
The riding experience of the NS RAPIDE is described as “like driving a supercar,” perfectly embodying Moulton’s latest achievements in precision engineering.
Moulton’s first exhibition in China, “Space and Journey,” will be open to the public at Xian Suo in Shanghai until May 10, 2026.
Public Opening Hours: May 1 – May 10, 2026, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Exhibition Address: Xian Suo, Shanghai (No. 60, Lane 273, Jiaozhou Road, Jing’an District)