Griffon (France) - AllCarIndex

Griffon was a French manufacturer established in Courbevoie, Seine, primarily known for producing bicycles and motorcycles. The company operated in two distinct periods, first from 1906 to 1910 and then from 1921 to 1924.

In 1906, Griffon introduced a light two-seater cart at the Paris Salon, which featured a 7-horsepower single-cylinder engine and Truffault suspension. This marked the company's foray into motorized vehicles. However, after approximately four years of production, Griffon returned to its roots in two-wheeled vehicles.

The 1920s saw a resurgence in interest in cyclecars, prompting Griffon to develop a model powered by a 984cc V-twin Anzani engine. This cyclecar utilized chain drive to the gearbox and belt final drive, but its production lasted only three years. In the mid-1920s, Griffon was acquired by Peugeot, yet the company continued to manufacture motorcycles under its own name until around 1930.