Motorcycle Filter Market

Motorcycle Filter Market Outlook (2023 to 2033)

Having reached a size of US$ 3.5 billion in 2023, the global motorcycle filter market is forecasted to expand at 5.3% CAGR over the next ten years (2023 to 2033) to reach US$ 5.9 billion by the end of 2033.

Filters play an important part in the engine of any automobile, and motorcycles are no exception. When the engine oil or any other lubricating oil circulates inside the engine, it accumulates various kinds of dirt particles that harm the engine.

To protect the engine from such dirt particles and other types of contaminants, filters are used to discard such impurities from the engine oil. This ensures that the engine works smoothly, filtering out the dirt from the engine and making the life of the engine longer.

Filters also help in reducing the air pollution coming out from the exhaust of motorcycles, as the oil filter gets the dirt out from engine oil. This helps the motorcycle maintain the emission norms and helps them to pass the stringent regulations of air pollution enacted by various governments throughout the world.

Rising popularity of motorcycle sports has encouraged many people to get into recreational biking activities, which is propelling sales of motorcycle filters around the world. The expanding middle-class population and rising disposable income in underdeveloped and developing economies are also key prospects that are driving motorcycle filter market growth.

On the flip side, the growing popularity and adoption of electric bikes are projected to emerge as a major threat for motorcycle filter companies over the coming years.

An elaborate assessment of threats and challenges along with aspects such as local supply, pricing trends, product standards, safety regulations, and new developments has been mentioned in this motorcycle filter industry research survey by Fact.MR, a market research and competitive intelligence provider.

Report Attributes	Details
Motorcycle Filter Market Size (2023)	US$ 3.5 Billion
Projected Market Value (2033F)	US$ 5.9 Billion
Global Market Growth Rate (2023 to 2033)	5.3% CAGR
Asia Pacific Market Share (2023)	>70%
Motorcycle Filter Sales Revenue Share from IAMs (2033)	>60%
Key Companies Profiled	NAPA Filters SIMOTA Mann+Hummel Pipercross Performance Filters K & N Engineering Inc. BMC Srl Uni Filter Inc. Roki Co. Ltd. DNA Filters Solat International Trading Co. Ltd. MAHLE GmbH

What Makes Asia Pacific a Hotspot for Motorcycle Filter Suppliers?

“High Motorcycle Sales Due to Presence of Sizeable Middle-class Population”

A majority of Asian countries are home to a large middle-class population, and this section of society is the primary user of motorcycles. India, China, and Indonesia are some countries in the Asia Pacific region with large motorcycle fleets. The notable surge in motorcycle production and growing demand for aftermarket motorcycle filter kits are projected to be prime prospects governing market growth in China and India going forward.

• Demand for motorcycle filters in the Asia Pacific region accounts for more than 70% of the global market share in 2023.

Rapid urbanization, expansion of population, and rising disposable income are other common factors that are estimated to propel motorcycle filter sales across all Asian countries over the next ten years. Moreover, people are opting for motorcycles to avoid traffic congestion, which is becoming a major issue in developing economies as they struggle to optimize their road infrastructure.

Supportive government initiatives to promote manufacturing activity and the availability of cheap labor and raw materials in Asian countries are also projected to create a lucrative business scope for motorcycle filter manufacturers in the long run. Innovations to improve efficiency and reduce emissions are being encouraged by governments in the APAC region thereby creating new opportunities for motorcycle filter start-ups.

• India and China are estimated to emerge as preferred business spaces for new motorcycle filter vendors.

In 2021, Mayur Patil, a mechanical engineer from India, founded his start-up called Small Spark Concepts to develop innovative air filters for motorcycles that improve their fuel efficiency. The start-up’s novel air filters are capable of improving a motorcycle’s efficiency by 30% to 40% and reducing carbon emissions by around 40%.

What Could Potentially End the Motorcycle Filter Business?

“Electrification of Bikes Could Electrocute Filter Suppliers”

Focus on sustainability has increased drastically in recent years and this can be attributed to increasing consumer awareness regarding climate change and the rising availability of electric vehicles. Electric bikes have been gaining popularity among consumers as the prices of gasoline rise across the world, which is projected to hamper shipments of motorcycle filters since electric vehicles run on motors and do not require any kind of filters.

On the contrary, the lack of charging infrastructure for electric vehicles has still kept demand for gasoline-powered motorcycles afloat and is projected to continue the same trend for at least the next five years from now. However, as the costs of electric bikes decrease and charging infrastructure develops, it will almost entirely wipe out the motorcycle filter business by the end of the next decade.

Country-wise Insights

Developed economies such as the United States and the United Kingdom are projected to be tough markets to penetrate for motorcycle filter companies as the sales of motorcycles are low compared to developing regions. More than two-thirds of motorbike filter sales come from Asia Pacific.

Should Motorcycle Filter Brands Invest in the United States?

“Steady Hike in Motorcycle Ownership Offering Market Growth Opportunities”

Motorcycle ownership in the United States has been increasing steadily in the past few years and is slated to continue to do so over the coming years as well. Off-road motorcycles have been gaining massive popularity in the country and are projected to exhibit a bright sales outlook across the forecast period. The growing number of people buying motorcycles for recreational purposes is also creating new opportunities for motorcycle filter suppliers in the country.

Advancements in filter technology are also pushing motorcycle filter producers to launch new products that make vehicles more efficient and compliant with sustainability regulations. Growing demand for better ride comfort among riders will also boost motorcycle filter installation and motorcycle filter maintenance activity in the country.

How Opportune are European Countries for Motorcycle Filter Companies?

“Rising Popularity of Motorcycle Touring and Adventure Riding”

European countries are home to some of the most beautiful landscapes and picturesque touring roads in the world and this is what is attracting people to opt for motorcycle touring. A growing number of motorcycle enthusiasts in European countries such as the United Kingdom, Germany, and France are also projected to favor motorcycle filter sales over the coming years.

The implementation of stringent emission norms and noise pollution mandates in European countries to promote sustainability are also projected to push people for motorcycle air filter replacement and motorcycle oil filter replacement going forward.

Category-wise Insights

Motorcycle filter manufacturers should focus on maximizing their sales via independent aftermarket channels if they want to get the best return on their investments.

Where are Most Motorcycle Filters Sold?

“Independent Aftermarket Channels Hold Lion’s Market Share”

Based on sales channel, the market is segmented into OEMs, OESs, and IAMs. Independent aftermarket channels are anticipated to account for more than 60% share of global market revenue by 2033-end.

The trend of customization is nothing new when it comes to the motorcycle market as people have been modifying their bikes ever since they first came out. The rising popularity of motorsports on a global scale has resulted in high popularity and demand for aftermarket performance enhancement parts, which is what allows independent aftermarket channels to rake in a significant chunk of the global motorcycle filter market revenue at present.

Increasing use of aftermarket motorcycle oil filters, motorcycle air filters, and motorcycle fuel filters to improve performance or enhance efficiency is projected to allow the IAM segment to hold sway over the global sales revenue throughout the study period.

Competitive Landscape

Top-tier motorcycle filter manufacturers are focusing on launching new products to improve their sales potential and bolster their market share in the global landscape.

• In January 2023, Uni Filter, an Australian supplier of filters for cars and motorcycles, announced the release of new air filters. The newly launched O2Rush air filter is a single-stage performance filter that provides better filtration and airflow.
• In April 2023, FRAM, a renowned American automotive replacement part brand, announced the launch of its new synthetic oil filter. FRAM Synthetic oil filter was exclusively available at Walmart retail stores in the United States.

Key Segments of Motorcycle Filter Industry Research

• By Filter Type :

  • Fuel Filters
  • Oil Filters
  • Intake Air Filters

• By Filter Media :

  • Cellulose
  • Synthetic

• By Sales Channel :

  • OEMs
  • OESs
  • IAMs

• By Region :

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Europe
  • APAC
  • MEA