Mobile Menu

Motorcycle Manufacturing in France - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Revenue

€741.2m

2025

€741.2m

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

€XX.Xm

Employees

1,222

Businesses

101

Wages

€XX.Xm

Motorcycle Manufacturing in France industry analysis

France has a rich history in motorcycle manufacturing, with established brands like Sherco and Peugeot generating domestic and foreign sales. However, import competition from German and Japanese models has challenged the industry, causing many French manufacturers to exit the industry.

Trends and Insights

  • Rocketing fuel prices boost motorbike sale. After soaring in 2022, fuel prices remain historically high, encouraging people to buy bikes across Europe, especially smaller motorbikes and mopeds.
  • Revenue from motorcycle sales accelerates. Since the pandemic, demand for motorbikes across Europe has expanded, with the market expanding by a huge 32.6% in Q3 2023.
  • Large-scale manufacturers dominate the market. Piaggio & C SpA manufacturers under four brands (Piaggio, Vespa, Aprilia and Moto Guzzi), while PIERER Mobility AG owns KTM and Husqvarna. BMW, Honda and Yamaha also hold a considerable market share.
Show more

Top Questions Answered in this Report

Unlock comprehensive answers and precise data upon purchase. View purchase options.

What is the market size of the Motorcycle Manufacturing industry in France in 2025?

The market size of the Motorcycle Manufacturing industry in France is €741.2m in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Motorcycle Manufacturing in France industry in 2025?

There are 101 businesses in the Motorcycle Manufacturing industry in France, which has declined at a CAGR of 0.4 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Motorcycle Manufacturing industry in France grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Motorcycle Manufacturing industry in France has been declining at a CAGR of 7.5 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Motorcycle Manufacturing industry in France over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Motorcycle Manufacturing industry in France is expected to decline.

What are the biggest companies in the Motorcycle Manufacturing market in France?

The biggest company operating in the Motorcycle Manufacturing market in France is Peugeot Motocycles

What does the Motorcycle Manufacturing in France include?

Motorcycles and Motorcycle parts and accessories are part of the Motorcycle Manufacturing industry.

Which companies have the highest market share in the Motorcycle Manufacturing in France?

The company holding the most market share in France is Peugeot Motocycles.

How competitive is the Motorcycle Manufacturing industry in France?

The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Motorcycle Manufacturing industry in France.

Everything you need in one report

  • Reliable market estimates from 2015-2030
  • Competitive analysis, industry segmentation, financial benchmarks
  • Powerful SWOT, Porter’s Five Forces and risk management frameworks
  • Online membership platform with PDF, Word, Excel and PPT exports

Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

All motorcycles must be zero-emission to meet new standards. Europe’s ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel motorcycles from 2035 means motorcycles manufacturers have to adapt.

View more insights with purchase. View purchase options.

External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Motorcycle Manufacturing in France industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

A semi-conductor shortage weighs on bottom lines. A shortage of semiconductors delayed production schedules in 2021 and 2022, pushing up input prices and picking away at profit.

View more insights with purchase. View purchase options.

Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Motorcycle Manufacturing in France industry?


Key Ratios

Data tables
  • IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
  • Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
  • Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
  • Average Wage (2015-2030)

Country Benchmarks

European Leaders & Laggards

Data Tables

Top and bottom five countries listed for each:

  • Revenue Growth (2025)
  • Business Growth (2025)
  • Job Growth (2025)

European Country Performance

Data Tables

Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:

  • IVA/Revenue (2025)
  • Imports/Demand (2025)
  • Exports/Revenue (2025)
  • Revenue per Employee (2025)
  • Wages/Revenue (2025)
  • Employees per Establishment (2025)
  • Average Wage (2025)

Structural Comparison

Data Tables

Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe

  • Concentration
  • Competition
  • Barriers to Entry
  • Buyer Power
  • Supplier Power
  • Volatility
  • Capital Intensity
  • Innovation
  • Life Cycle

Key Statistics

Industry Data

Data Tables

Including values and annual change:

  • Revenue (2015-2030)
  • IVA (2015-2030)
  • Establishments (2015-2030)
  • Enterprises (2015-2030)
  • Employment (2015-2030)
  • Exports (2015-2030)
  • Imports (2015-2030)
  • Wages (2015-2030)

Methodology

Where does IBISWorld source its data?

IBISWorld is a world-leading provider of business information, with reports on 5,000+ industries in Australia, New Zealand, North America, Europe and China. Our expert industry analysts start with official, verified and publicly available sources of data to build an accurate picture of each industry.

Each industry report incorporates data and research from government databases, industry-specific sources, industry contacts, and IBISWorld's proprietary database of statistics and analysis to provide balanced, independent and accurate insights. 

IBISWorld prides itself on being a trusted, independent source of data, with over 50 years of experience building and maintaining rich datasets and forecasting tools.

To learn more about specific data sources used by IBISWorld's analysts globally, including how industry data forecasts are produced, visit our Help Center.