All Motorcycle Brands — Complete Catalog of Motorcycle Manufacturers
Discover all motorcycle brands and manufacturers from around the world. Explore Japanese, European, and American brands including Honda, BMW, Harley‑Davidson, Yamaha, Suzuki, Indian, Ducati, KTM, Triumph, and more.
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BMW
BMW Motorrad is the motorcycle division of Bayerische Motoren Werke — the most diverse premium motorcycle manufacturer in the world. From the boxer-twin heritage that defined post-war German motorcycling to today's S1000RR superbike, R 1300 GS adventure flagship, and the electric CE 04, BMW covers every motorcycle category with engineering depth and the price tag that comes with it.
CFMOTO
CFMOTO motorcycles — Chinese-built bikes offering mid-price nakeds, adventure, and sport-touring models for the US market. 300NK, 450SS/NK, 700CL-X, and Ibex/adventure platforms target riders who want modern features without European premium pricing.
Ducati
Ducati motorcycles — Italian performance bikes from Bologna, known for desmodromic valve trains, L-twin engines, and a racing pedigree that runs from MotoGP to the street. The current lineup spans Panigale superbikes, Monster and Streetfighter nakeds, Multistrada adventure bikes, Scrambler roadsters, and the Diavel power cruiser — built for riders who want Italian character over anonymous horsepower.
Harley-Davidson
Harley-Davidson motorcycles — America's oldest continuous motorcycle manufacturer (since 1903) and the cultural icon of heavyweight V-twin cruisers, baggers, and touring bikes. The Milwaukee-Eight engine family, the Sportster S, and the Pan America 1250 adventure line define the Harley-Davidson lineup — the only brand that competes on heritage as much as on engineering
Honda Motorcycles
Honda is the world's largest motorcycle manufacturer by volume — over 400 million Honda motorcycles built since 1948. From the Grom mini-bike to the Honda Gold Wing touring flagship, Honda makes more motorcycle models than any other brand, with a focus on universal usability, lowest cost of ownership, and the broadest dealer network in the US.
Indian
Indian Motorcycle — America's oldest motorcycle brand (1901), now building heavyweight cruisers, baggers, and touring bikes under Polaris. Scout, Chief, Challenger, and Pursuit define the modern lineup for riders who want classic American style with current power and electronics.
Kawasaki Motorcycles
Kawasaki Heavy Industries was founded in 1896 as a Kobe shipyard. The company didn't enter motorcycles until 1966, when it launched the B8 125cc two-stroke. Kawasaki's first major motorcycle was the 1969 H1 500cc two-stroke triple — a raw, two-stroke-powered bike that established the brand's reputation for character over refinement.
KTM
KTM motorcycles — Austrian off-road and street bikes known for ready-to-race orange machines. Duke nakeds, Adventure models, RC sportbikes, and SX/XC/EXC dirt platforms define a lineup for riders who want sharp power delivery and aggressive geometry.
Royal Enfield
Royal Enfield motorcycles — classic-style bikes from India with deep British roots, built around approachable twins and singles. Classic, Hunter, Meteor, Himalayan, INT650, and Super Meteor bring retro roadsters and adventure models to US riders at mid-market prices.
Suzuki Motorcycle
Suzuki motorcycles — Japanese engineering defined by race pedigree and the legendary Hayabusa hyperbike. From the GSX-R sportbike lineage to the V-Strom adventure line, Suzuki makes fewer models than Honda or Kawasaki but does each one with decades of racing knowledge behind it. The smallest US dealer network of the Japanese big-4 — but competitively priced and built to last.
Triumph
Triumph motorcycles — British bikes from Hinckley, known for modern classics, triples, and adventure models. Bonneville, Street Triple, Tiger, Trident, and Rocket 3 cover roadsters, nakeds, adventure, and muscle for US riders who want British character with current electronics.
Yamaha Motor Company
Yamaha Motor Company is one of the most influential motorcycle manufacturers in the world, with a 70-year engineering legacy that has shaped nearly every segment of motorcycling. From the original YA-1 of 1955 to today's R-series sportbikes, MT-series nakeds, Ténéré adventure bikes, and the YZ motocross line, Yamaha has built a reputation for engines that last and chassis that feel right.
Zero
Zero Motorcycles — American electric motorcycles from Santa Cruz, California. S, DS, FX, and SR families deliver street and dual-sport style EVs for riders who want instant torque, low maintenance drivetrains, and quiet commuting without gas.
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Aeon
Aeon is a motorcycle manufacturer from Taiwan, established in 1998. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
AJS
AJS motorcycles - British heritage brand historically linked with Matchless under AMC. Classic AJS singles and twins attract US collectors hunting vintage British roadsters and cafe-racer project bikes.
American IronHorse
American IronHorse motorcycles - Texas-based custom V-twin manufacturer from the US chopper boom era. Used IronHorse bikes attract riders seeking production customs with aggressive American styling.
Aprilia
Aprilia motorcycles - Italian sport and adventure bikes from Noale, part of the Piaggio Group. RSV4 superbikes, Tuono nakeds, RS sport models, and Tuareg adventure bikes target US riders who want sharp Italian performance with race-bred electronics.
Arctic Cat
Arctic Cat is a motorcycle manufacturer from the United States, established in 1960. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Ariel
Ariel motorcycles - British heritage brand famous for the Square Four and classic roadsters. Vintage Ariels attract US collectors; later Ariel revival projects also appear in specialty searches.
Bajaj
Bajaj is a motorcycle manufacturer from India, established in 1945. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Benelli
Benelli motorcycles — Italian-born bikes from Pesaro, now produced under Qianjiang / Geely ownership with a US lineup built around approachable displacement. The TNT 135 mini bike, mid-size nakeds, and adventure-touring models give American riders an Italian nameplate without superbike pricing.
Beta
Beta motorcycles - Italian off-road bikes known for trials and enduro. RR enduro models and trials machines target US dirt riders who want lightweight competition bikes from a specialist brand rather than a mass street manufacturer.
Big Dog
Big Dog motorcycles - American custom cruiser / chopper manufacturer known for large V-twin customs. Used Big Dog bikes attract US riders who want production custom style outside Harley-Davidson softails and one-off shop builds.
Boss Hoss
Boss Hoss motorcycles — American V8 and V12 powered bikes and trikes built in Dyersburg, Tennessee since 1990. Chevrolet-based car engines in motorcycle chassis define the brand: massive torque, auto or manual gearboxes, and a cruiser stance aimed at riders who want car power on two or three wheels.
Brammo
Brammo motorcycles - early US electric motorcycle pioneer known for the Empulse. Used Brammo bikes attract American EV riders researching the first wave of street-legal electric motorcycles before today's Zero and Energica market.
Brough Superior
Brough Superior motorcycles - legendary British luxury marque known as the Rolls-Royce of motorcycles. Classic SS100-era machines and modern ultra-premium revivals attract US collectors and exotic bike buyers.
BRP
BRP is a motorcycle manufacturer from Canada, established in 1941. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
BSA
BSA motorcycles - British heritage brand from Birmingham Small Arms, famous for classic Gold Stars and postwar twins. A modern BSA revival under Mahindra brings new classic-styled bikes to riders who want British roadster looks with updated engineering.
Buell
Buell motorcycles - American sport and streetfighter brand founded by Erik Buell. Classic Harley-powered Buells and later Erik Buell Racing machines attract US riders who want distinctive American performance bikes outside mainstream Japanese sportbikes.
Bultaco
Bultaco motorcycles - Spanish trials and dirt legend with modern revival efforts. Classic Bultacos and newer revival machines attract US riders who want Spanish off-road heritage, especially in trials and vintage dirt culture.
Cake
Cake motorcycles - Swedish electric off-road and light-EV brand known for Kalk and related minimalist bikes. US riders shop Cake for quiet electric dirt and utility machines aimed at trail, farm, and light adventure use.
Can-Am
Can-Am is a motorcycle manufacturer from Canada, established in 1971. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Cleveland CycleWerks
Cleveland CycleWerks - US value motorcycle brand known for simple, affordable roadsters and customs-inspired small bikes. American riders shop Cleveland for budget street machines and first-bike alternatives to mainstream Japanese standards.
Combat Motors
Combat Motors is a motorcycle manufacturer from US, established in 1991. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Confederate
Confederate motorcycles — American boutique superbikes from Matt Chambers' company, known for the Hellcat, Wraith, and Fighter lines. Carbon-intensive frames, extreme pricing, and art-bike status defined the brand before it evolved into Curtiss Motorcycles.
Cosmos Muscle Bikes
Cosmos Muscle Bikes is a motorcycle manufacturer from US, established in 2003. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Daelim
Daelim is a motorcycle manufacturer from South Korea, established in 1978. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Derbi
Derbi scooters and light bikes - Spanish brand in the Piaggio Group. Derbi is known in Europe for small-displacement scooters and sporty light motorcycles, with limited but searchable US interest among European small-bike fans.
Energica
Energica motorcycles - Italian high-performance electric brand known for Ego, Eva, and Experia models. US riders shop Energica for premium street EV sport and touring alternatives to Zero and Lightning.
Factory Bike
Factory Bike is a motorcycle manufacturer from China, established in 1999. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Fantic
Fantic motorcycles - Italian brand known for Caballero scramblers, enduro, and light street bikes. US riders shop Fantic for stylish dual-purpose and scrambler machines with Italian design at a smaller scale than Ducati or Aprilia.
GASGAS
GASGAS motorcycles — Spanish off-road brand known for trials, enduro, and motocross, now linked with the KTM group. EC enduro, MC motocross, and TXT trials bikes target US dirt riders who want lightweight competition machines with a playful brand identity.
Genuine Scooter
Genuine Scooter Company - US scooter brand known for Buddy, Roughhouse, and related city models. Chicago-based Genuine targets American riders who want approachable, stylish commuter scooters with domestic brand support.
Geon
Geon is a motorcycle manufacturer from Ukraine, established in 2008. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Gilera
Gilera scooters and light motorcycles - historic Italian brand in the Piaggio Group. Gilera carries classic racing heritage and European small-bike identity, with niche US search interest compared with Vespa.
Haojue
Haojue is a motorcycle manufacturer from China, established in 1992. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Hartford
Hartford is a motorcycle manufacturer from the United Kingdom, established in 2004. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Husaberg
Husaberg motorcycles - Swedish off-road brand later absorbed into the KTM / Husqvarna group era. Classic Husaberg enduro and motocross bikes remain searchable in the US used market among riders who want that yellow Swedish dirt identity.
Husquavana
Husquavana is a motorcycle manufacturer known for models across multiple categories and a recognizable style. The company has a stable reputation in the motorcycle market.
Husqvarna
Husqvarna motorcycles - Swedish-born off-road and street bikes now in the KTM group. FE/TE enduro, FC/TC motocross, Svartpilen/Vitpilen street models, and Norden adventure bikes give US riders a premium dirt-and-street alternative in the orange group's ecosystem.
Hyosung
Hyosung is a motorcycle manufacturer from South Korea, established in 1978. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Ice Bear
Ice Bear is a motorcycle manufacturer from the United States, established in 2006. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Italika
Italika is a motorcycle manufacturer from Mexico, established in 2004. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Jawa
Jawa is a motorcycle manufacturer from Czechia, established in 1929. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Jawa-CZ
Jawa-CZ is a motorcycle manufacturer from Czechia, established in 1929. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Junak
Junak is a motorcycle manufacturer from Poland, established in 1956. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Keeway
Keeway is a motorcycle manufacturer from Italy, established in 1960. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Kymco
Kymco scooters - Taiwanese brand known for Like, Agility, People, and AK maxi-scooters. US riders shop Kymco for practical commuting value, dealer-supported scooters, and a broader range than niche lifestyle brands.
Lambretta
Lambretta is a motorcycle manufacturer from Italy, established in 1947. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Lexmoto
Lexmoto is a motorcycle manufacturer known for models across multiple categories and a recognizable style. The company has a stable reputation in the motorcycle market.
Lifan
Lifan is a motorcycle manufacturer from China, established in 1992. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Lightning Motorcycles
Lightning Motorcycles - US high-performance electric brand known for the LS-218 and Strike. American EV performance buyers shop Lightning for extreme electric acceleration and record-oriented street machines.
Linhai
Linhai is a motorcycle manufacturer from China, established in 1986. The brand is known for its engineering approach, model diversity and long-standing presence in the motorcycle industry.
Motorcycle Brands — Full List of Manufacturers & Bike Companies
MotoHubs tracks 622 motorcycle brands and manufacturers worldwide, from legacy makers founded in the 1800s to new electric startups entering the market in 2026. This catalog lists every brand with an active or historical production record, organized by country of origin, specialty, and alphabet.
Use the sections below to browse by country (American, Japanese, European, Chinese), by motorcycle specialty (adventure, sport, cruiser, touring, dual-sport, electric), or alphabetically from A to Z. Each brand page links to the full brand profile, key models, and current listings.
If you are researching which motorcycle brand to buy, start with the Top 10 motorcycle brands below, then jump to the specialty or country sections that match your riding style.
Featured Brands (Hand-Researched Profiles)
Twelve major manufacturers have full hand-written brand profiles with history, headquarters, founding year, and key models. These are the brands riders ask about most often:
- Yamaha — Iwata, Japan, founded 1955
- Honda — Tokyo, Japan, founded 1948
- Kawasaki — Kobe, Japan, founded 1896
- Ducati — Bologna, Italy, founded 1926
- KTM — Mattighofen, Austria, founded 1934
- Royal Enfield — Chennai, India, founded 1893
- Triumph — Hinckley, UK, founded 1902
- Indian Motorcycle — Springfield, USA, founded 1901
- Zero Motorcycles — Scotts Valley, USA, founded 2006
- CFMoto — Hangzhou, China, founded 1989
- Ural — Irbit, Russia, founded 1941
- Boss Hoss — Dyersburg, USA, founded 1990
Each featured brand page includes the company's full history, signature models, HQ location, founding year, and links to the most popular bikes from that manufacturer.
Motorcycle Brands by Country
American motorcycle brands
The United States is home to iconic cruiser manufacturers and a growing electric motorcycle industry. American brands focus on big-displacement cruisers, touring bikes, and V-twin engines.
- Harley-Davidson — Milwaukee, WI, founded 1903
- Indian Motorcycle — Springfield, MA (now owned by Polaris), founded 1901
- Zero Motorcycles — Scotts Valley, CA, founded 2006
- Boss Hoss — Dyersburg, TN, founded 1990
- Buell Motorcycle Company — East Troy, WI, founded 1983
- Confederate Motorcycles — New Orleans, LA, founded 1991
- Motus Motorcycles — Birmingham, AL, founded 2008
- Midwest Motorcycles — St. Ann, MO, founded 1974
- American IronHorse — Fort Worth, TX, founded 1995
- Big Dog Motorcycles — Wichita, KS, founded 1994
Japanese motorcycle brands
Japan produces the four largest motorcycle manufacturers in the world. Japanese brands span every category from scooters to liter-class sportbikes, with strong reputations for reliability and engineering.
- Honda — Tokyo, Japan, founded 1948 (world's largest motorcycle maker by volume)
- Yamaha — Iwata, Japan, founded 1955
- Kawasaki — Kobe, Japan, founded 1896
- Suzuki — Hamamatsu, Japan, founded 1909
- BMW is German, not Japanese — see European brands below
- Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, and Suzuki are often called the "Big Four" of Japan
European motorcycle brands
European brands dominate the premium and racing segments. Italy, Germany, Austria, and the UK produce most of the world's high-performance motorcycles, with strong focus on engineering and racing pedigree.
- BMW Motorrad — Munich, Germany, founded 1916 (motorcycles from 1923)
- Ducati — Bologna, Italy, founded 1926
- Triumph — Hinckley, UK, founded 1902
- KTM — Mattighofen, Austria, founded 1934
- Aprilia — Noale, Italy, founded 1945 (owned by Piaggio)
- Moto Guzzi — Mandello del Lario, Italy, founded 1921
- MV Agusta — Varese, Italy, founded 1945
- Benelli — Pesaro, Italy, founded 1911 (owned by Geely/Qianjiang)
- Husqvarna — Sweden/Germany/Italy, founded 1903 (now KTM Group)
- Royal Enfield — founded UK 1893, now Chennai, India (see Indian brands)
Chinese motorcycle brands
Chinese manufacturers have moved from low-cost small-displacement bikes into mid-size adventure and sport segments over the last decade. Quality has improved significantly, and several brands now distribute in the USA.
- CFMoto — Hangzhou, China, founded 1989 (US distribution via KTM partnership)
- Lifan — Chongqing, China, founded 1992
- Zongshen — Chongqing, China, founded 1992
- Loncin — Chongqing, China, founded 1983
- Qianjiang — Zhejiang, China, founded 1985 (owns Benelli, Keeway)
- Voge — Chongqing, China (sister brand to Loncin), founded 2018
- SWM Motorcycles — originally Italy 1971, now under Shineray (China)
Indian motorcycle brands
India is the world's largest motorcycle market by volume. Royal Enfield dominates the mid-displacement segment in India and has expanded aggressively into the USA.
- Royal Enfield — Chennai, India, founded 1893 (UK original, now Indian-owned)
- Bajaj Auto — Pune, India, founded 1945 (owns KTM minority stake)
- Hero MotoCorp — New Delhi, India, founded 1984
- TVS Motor — Chennai, India, founded 1978
- Suzuki Motorcycle India — Suzuki subsidiary
Motorcycle Brands by Specialty
Most manufacturers focus on specific motorcycle categories. Use the lists below to find brands that specialize in the type of riding you plan to do.
Adventure motorcycle brands
Adventure (ADV) bikes are designed for mixed on- and off-road riding. Top ADV brands produce bikes with long-travel suspension, large fuel tanks, and luggage capacity.
- BMW (R 1250 GS, R 1300 GS — segment leaders)
- KTM (1290 Super Adventure, 890 Adventure)
- Honda (Africa Twin, Africa Twin Adventure Sports)
- Yamaha (Tenere 700, Super Tenere 1200)
- CFMoto (800MT, 450MT)
- Ducati (Multistrada V4)
- Triumph (Tiger 900, Tiger 1200)
- Aprilia (Tuareg 660)
Sport motorcycle brands
Sport bikes prioritize high power-to-weight ratios, aerodynamic bodywork, and aggressive riding positions. Top sportbike makers compete in MotoGP, World Superbike, and amateur racing series.
- Honda (CBR1000RR-R Fireblade, CBR600RR)
- Yamaha (YZF-R1, YZF-R7)
- Kawasaki (Ninja ZX-14R, Ninja 400, Ninja ZX-6R)
- Suzuki (GSX-R1000, GSX-R750, GSX-R600)
- Ducati (Panigale V4, SuperSport)
- BMW (S1000RR, M1000RR)
- Aprilia (RSV4, RS660)
Cruiser motorcycle brands
Cruisers focus on low seat height, relaxed ergonomics, and V-twin torque. The segment is dominated by American manufacturers.
- Harley-Davidson (Sportster, Softail, Touring, CVO)
- Indian (Chief, Scout, Chieftain, Roadmaster)
- Yamaha (V-Star, Bolt, VMAX)
- Honda (Rebel 1100, Shadow)
- KTM (not a cruiser focus)
Touring motorcycle brands
Touring bikes emphasize long-distance comfort: large fairings, integrated luggage, infotainment, and powerful engines.
- Honda (Gold Wing Tour, Gold Wing Tour DCT)
- BMW (K 1600 GTL, R 1250 RT, R 1300 RT)
- Yamaha (FJR1300, Star Venture)
- Kawasaki (Concours 14)
- Harley-Davidson (Road Glide, Street Glide)
- Indian (Roadmaster, Chieftain)
Dual-sport and off-road motorcycle brands
Dual-sport bikes are street-legal and off-road capable. Off-road-only bikes are not street-legal but dominate motocross and enduro racing.
- Yamaha (WR250R, Ténéré 700)
- Honda (CRF450L, Africa Twin)
- Kawasaki (KLX 300, KLR 650)
- KTM (690 Enduro, EXC-F)
- Husqvarna (FE 501, TE 300i)
- Beta (480 RR, 390 RR)
- Sherco (300 SEF-R)
- Royal Enfield (Himalayan 450)
Electric motorcycle brands
Electric motorcycles are the fastest-growing segment. Range, charging infrastructure, and battery technology have improved dramatically since 2020.
- Zero Motorcycles — Scotts Valley, USA (DSR, SR/F, SR/S)
- Energica — Modena, Italy (Ego, Eva Ribelle)
- LiveWire — powered by Harley-Davidson, USA (One, Del Mar, S2 Mulholland)
- Stark VARG — Spain, electric motocross
- Surron — China, lightweight electric off-road
- Super73 — California, USA, electric urban
- Ripperton — France, electric
Top 10 Motorcycle Brands Worldwide
By 2025 sales volume, Honda remains the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world, followed by the other Japanese "Big Four." European premium brands (BMW, Ducati, Triumph, KTM) lead in revenue per bike.
- Honda — ~21 million units/year across all segments, Japan
- Yamaha — ~5.5 million units/year, Japan
- Hero MotoCorp — ~5 million units/year, India
- Bajaj Auto — ~4 million units/year, India
- TVS Motor — ~3.5 million units/year, India
- Kawasaki — ~500,000 units/year, Japan (premium-focused)
- Suzuki — ~1.8 million units/year, Japan
- Royal Enfield — ~900,000 units/year, India (mid-displacement specialist)
- BMW Motorrad — ~210,000 units/year, Germany (premium)
- Harley-Davidson — ~160,000 units/year, USA (cruiser leader)
Sales figures reflect 2024 calendar year across all displacement categories, from scooters to liter-class sportbikes. Premium segment brands (BMW, Ducati, KTM, Harley-Davidson) move far fewer units than mass-market brands but at significantly higher prices per bike.