7 Motorcycle Manufacturing Business Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: November 19th, 2023

Start A Motorcycle Manufacturing Business

Here are some real life success stories of starting a motorcycle manufacturing business:

1. Janus Motorcycles ($2.88M/year)

Richard Worsham, co-founder and lead designer of Janus Motorcycles, was inspired by his experience riding, working on, repairing, and customizing vintage motorcycles. With a background in architecture and a passion for automotive design, Richard and his partner leveraged their knowledge of small-bike culture and local manufacturing resources to create Janus Motorcycles. Since its launch in 2011, Janus has steadily increased sales by around 40% each year, earning $2.8 million annually.

How much they make: $2.88M/year
How much did it cost to start: $25K
Current team size: 16

I Built A Motorcycle Brand Earning $2.8M/Year [Featured In The New York Times]

Janus Motorcycles, a direct-to-consumer brand building handmade, classically styled motorcycles, has steadily increased sales by around 40% each year, relying on organic marketing, customer surveys, and extensive options for customization with a full menu of colors, upgrades, and add-ons to attract and retain customers, all while striving to offer the best ownership experience with personalized service and down-to-earth Midwestern hospitality.

About

Richard started Janus Motorcycles over 12 years ago

Revenue

Richard grew the business to $240K/month

Costs

It cost Richard $25000 to start the business

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4. MagnaFlow

MagnaFlow manufactures the best exhaust systems, mufflers, pipes and catalytic converters; now being sold directly from our website! We proudly manufacture products in the USA using premium components and the latest technology. Voted 2017 SEMA Manufacturer of the Year!

Where they're located: Oceanside, California, United States
Website traffic: 390K/month

5. AEROSTICH

Aerostich, the place to find motorcycle jackets, suits, helmets, boots, gloves, tools, bags, and other accessories to help make riding better in all conditions, through all terrain, and to all destinations.

Where they're located: Metsla, Estonia

So... can you actually make money with a motorcycle manufacturing business?

Of course. There are millions to be made in this industry.

But how?

Research real, profitable businesses and see exactly how much money they make.
Study exactly what works, and what doesn’t.
Take action, because now you have the roadmap.

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7. First Manufacturing Company

Making motorcycle apparels leather jackets, vests, belts, bags and gear for hard working people at an honest price since 1987. Customer Service 1 800 537 3030

Where they're located: Anchorage, Alaska, United States