Market Overview
According to Novatrends Market Intelligence, the Global Motorcycle Tyre Market was valued at USD 6.48 billion in 2025 and is anticipated to propel at a growth rate of 5.2% from 2026-2036.
The motorcycle tyre market encompasses radial motorcycle tyre, bias motorcycle tyre, tubeless motorcycle tyre, and tube-type motorcycle tyre products for sport motorcycle, touring motorcycle, cruiser motorcycle, street motorcycle, and scooter tyre applications in OEM factory fitment and motorcycle tyre aftermarket replacement channels globally. Radial motorcycle tyre (radial ply construction with steel belt) is the premium technology for high-performance sport motorcycle tyre and touring motorcycle tyre applications, providing lower rolling resistance, better handling, longer tread life, and superior high-speed stability versus bias motorcycle tyre construction. Bias motorcycle tyre (cross-ply construction) remains standard for entry-level street motorcycle tyre, scooter tyre, and small-displacement commuter motorcycle applications in Asia Pacific markets where cost is the primary purchasing consideration. Tubeless motorcycle tyre is the modern standard on radial motorcycle tyre-equipped sport motorcycle, touring motorcycle, and cruiser motorcycle rim applications for flat tire safety (safer run-flat behavior before air loss) and convenience (tubeless repair kit). Sport motorcycle tyre (track day tyre, hypersport road tyre) uses ultra-soft, fast-wearing compound compounds for maximum lean angle grip and circuit performance — Michelin Power GP, Pirelli Supercorsa SP, and Bridgestone Battlax RS11 are leading sport motorcycle tyre brand products. Touring motorcycle tyre balances tread life (10,000–15,000+ miles), wet weather grip, and high-speed stability for long-distance touring — Michelin Road 6, Bridgestone Battlax T32, and Metzeler Roadtec 01 are leading touring motorcycle tyre products. Cruiser motorcycle tyre serves the Harley-Davidson, Indian, and Japanese cruiser style segment with wide rear 17-inch and 18-inch motorcycle tyre profiles and whiteline or black sidewall aesthetics. Street motorcycle tyre is the largest volume category — radial and bias sport-touring for daily commuter and general-purpose street riding. Scooter tyre market is the largest volume segment in Asia Pacific markets where scooter commuting dominates two-wheeler transport. 17-inch motorcycle tyre is the most common front and rear rim diameter for modern sport, street, and touring motorcycles. Michelin motorcycle tyre and Bridgestone motorcycle tyre are the global co-leaders in premium sport motorcycle tyre and touring motorcycle tyre segments. Pirelli motorcycle tyre and Continental motorcycle tyre are European premium segments leaders. Dunlop motorcycle tyre and Metzeler motorcycle tyre serve broad street motorcycle tyre and touring motorcycle tyre segments. Motorcycle tyre aftermarket is the dominant channel by revenue, with tyre replacement driven by wear, season, or performance upgrade motivation. Motorcycle tyre market size is driven by global motorcycle parc growth and OEM production in Asia Pacific, Europe, and Americas.
Market Dynamics
The market is driven by Asia Pacific motorcycle and scooter parc growth — the world's largest two-wheeler market — creating massive scooter tyre market and street motorcycle tyre OEM and aftermarket demand in India, China, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand, European sport and touring motorcycle market driving premium radial motorcycle tyre and touring motorcycle tyre aftermarket demand from brand-loyal sport and adventure touring riders, and OEM motorcycle tyre supply growth with Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, and Suzuki new model launches requiring OEM motorcycle tyre specifications. Tubeless motorcycle tyre adoption is growing as Asian motorcycle OEMs shift scooter models to tubeless for safety and convenience. Michelin motorcycle tyre market leadership is being maintained through continuous sport motorcycle tyre compound innovation and OEM fitment agreements. Radial motorcycle tyre market share is growing versus bias motorcycle tyre in premium segments. Motorcycle tyre aftermarket premium segment is growing with enthusiast rider customization. Continental motorcycle tyre and Pirelli motorcycle tyre are expanding Asian distribution. Sport motorcycle tyre demand is growing with rider training school and track day culture expansion. Motorcycle tyre market trends show growing tubeless motorcycle tyre adoption in Asia and premium radial motorcycle tyre in touring segments globally. Dunlop motorcycle tyre and Metzeler motorcycle tyre serve established European and North American sport and touring aftermarket segments. In January 2024, Michelin expanded sport motorcycle tyre and radial motorcycle tyre with Michelin Power 6 and Michelin Road 6 touring motorcycle tyre innovations, while Bridgestone advanced tubeless motorcycle tyre and 17-inch motorcycle tyre with Battlax sport and touring product range updates. Motorcycle tyre market trends show growing scooter tyre market in Asia and premium sport motorcycle tyre in Europe and North America globally through 2036.
Segment Analysis
By Type: Radial Motorcycle Tyre holds the largest share of the Motorcycle Tyre market, supported by strong adoption and well-established supply chains across key end-use industries. Bias Motorcycle Tyre is the fastest-growing segment, propelled by rising investments and expanding application scope in high-growth sectors.
By Category: Sport Motorcycle Tyre holds the largest share of the Motorcycle Tyre market, supported by strong adoption and well-established supply chains across key end-use industries. Touring Motorcycle Tyre is the fastest-growing segment, propelled by rising investments and expanding application scope in high-growth sectors.
By Rim Size: 17-inch Motorcycle Tyre holds the largest share of the Motorcycle Tyre market, supported by strong adoption and well-established supply chains across key end-use industries. 18-inch Motorcycle Tyre is the fastest-growing segment, propelled by rising investments and expanding application scope in high-growth sectors.
By End-Use: OEM holds the largest share of the Motorcycle Tyre market, supported by strong adoption and well-established supply chains across key end-use industries. Aftermarket is the fastest-growing segment, propelled by rising investments and expanding application scope in high-growth sectors.

Recent Developments in Motorcycle Tyre Market
- In January 2024, Michelin (Compagnie Generale des Etablissements Michelin) expanded sport motorcycle tyre and touring motorcycle tyre with Michelin Power 6 and Michelin Road 6 radial motorcycle tyre innovations, advancing tubeless motorcycle tyre, 17-inch motorcycle tyre, and Michelin motorcycle tyre market growth for European and global sport and touring motorcycle tyre aftermarket segments.
- In April 2024, Bridgestone Corporation (Japan) advanced sport motorcycle tyre and street motorcycle tyre with Battlax RS11 and T32 radial motorcycle tyre innovations, launching tubeless motorcycle tyre, touring motorcycle tyre, and Bridgestone motorcycle tyre for OEM and motorcycle tyre aftermarket programs across Asian and global motorcycle tyre market growth segments.
- In July 2024, Pirelli S.p.A. (Italy) expanded sport motorcycle tyre and radial motorcycle tyre with Pirelli Supercorsa SP and Angel GT II touring motorcycle tyre innovations, advancing Pirelli motorcycle tyre market, tubeless motorcycle tyre, and 17-inch motorcycle tyre for European and global OEM and motorcycle tyre aftermarket market growth programs.
- In September 2024, Continental AG (ContiMotion Tyres) expanded touring motorcycle tyre and street motorcycle tyre with Continental TKC80 and Road Attack 4 radial motorcycle tyre innovations, advancing Continental motorcycle tyre, tubeless motorcycle tyre, and cruiser motorcycle tyre for European and North American motorcycle tyre aftermarket and OEM market growth programs.
- In December 2024, Metzeler GmbH (Pirelli Group) advanced touring motorcycle tyre and cruiser motorcycle tyre with Metzeler Roadtec 02 and Cruisetec radial motorcycle tyre innovations, expanding Metzeler motorcycle tyre market, 17-inch motorcycle tyre, and 18-inch motorcycle tyre for European and global sport, touring, and cruiser motorcycle tyre aftermarket programs globally.
- In March 2025, MRF Tyres Ltd. (India) advanced street motorcycle tyre and scooter tyre market with MRF NYLOGRIP and ZAPPER radial and bias motorcycle tyre innovations, expanding Indian and Asian motorcycle tyre aftermarket and OEM market growth with tubeless motorcycle tyre, scooter tyre market, and street motorcycle tyre for Indian and Southeast Asian motorcycle tyre market growth programs globally.
Top Motorcycle Tyre Market - Key Market Players
- Michelin (CGEM)
- Bridgestone Corporation
- Pirelli S.p.A.
- Continental AG
- Metzeler GmbH (Pirelli)
- MRF Tyres Ltd.
- Dunlop Tyres (Goodyear/Sumitomo)
- Maxxis International (Cheng Shin)
- IRC Tires (Inoue Rubber, Japan)
- Apollo Tyres Ltd. (India)
- JK Tyre & Industries (India)
- Ceat Limited (India)
- TVS Eurogrip (India)
- Hankook Tire & Technology (Korea)
- Kenda Rubber Industrial (Taiwan)
Global Motorcycle Tyre Market Report- Scope (Customizable)
Scope | Description |
Historic Period | 2021-2024 |
Base Year (Esti.) | 2025 |
Forecast Period (F) | 2026-2036 |
Market Values | USD Billion |
By Type | Radial Motorcycle Tyre, Bias Motorcycle Tyre, Tubeless Motorcycle Tyre, Tube-Type Motorcycle Tyre |
By Category | Sport Motorcycle Tyre, Touring Motorcycle Tyre, Cruiser Motorcycle Tyre, Street Motorcycle Tyre, Scooter Tyre |
By Rim Size | 17-inch Motorcycle Tyre, 18-inch Motorcycle Tyre, 19-inch Motorcycle Tyre |
By End-Use | OEM, Aftermarket |
Market by Region | North America (NA), Europe (EUR), Asia Pacific (APAC), Central & South America (CSA), and Middle East & Africa (MEA) |
Countries Covered | U.S., Canada, and Mexico; Germany, France, UK, Russia, Italy, Spain, and Netherlands; China, India, Japan, South Korea, and Australia; Brazil, Argentina; Saudi Arabia, UAE, Turkey, Egypt, and South Africa |
Detailed Market Segmentation
- By Type (Revenue in USD Million)
- Radial Motorcycle Tyre
- Bias Motorcycle Tyre
- Tubeless Motorcycle Tyre
- Tube-Type Motorcycle Tyre
- By Category (Revenue in USD Million)
- Sport Motorcycle Tyre
- Touring Motorcycle Tyre
- Cruiser Motorcycle Tyre
- Street Motorcycle Tyre
- Scooter Tyre
- By Rim Size (Revenue in USD Million)
- 17-inch Motorcycle Tyre
- 18-inch Motorcycle Tyre
- 19-inch Motorcycle Tyre
- By End-Use (Revenue in USD Million)
- OEM
- Aftermarket
- By Region (Revenue in USD Million)
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- UK
- Russia
- Italy
- Spain
- Netherlands
- Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Australia
- Central & South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Middle East and Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Turkey
- Egypt
- South Africa
- North America
