June MCIA Registration Figures Highlight Strong First-Half Performance for Motorcycle Sector
The latest MCIA registration figures for June show the UK L-Category market continuing its strong performance, with sustained growth across key segments as the sector reaches the halfway point of the year. Total L-Category registrations increased by 13.0% compared to June 2025, while year-to-date registrations remain firmly ahead at 15.2%. Motorcycles recorded growth of […]
Strong start to 2026 reflects improving confidence in the motorcycle market
“It is encouraging to see the motorcycle market showing signs of recovery in the first two months of 2026,” said Symon Cook, Head of the National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA), in response to the latest L-Category vehicle registration figures released by the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA). Motorcycle registrations in February increased by 17.3% compared with the same […]
Motorcycle Registrations Close 2025 at 93,922 Units
The National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA) today responded to the release of the Motorcycle Industry Association’s (MCIA) full-year registration figures, which show the UK market closed 2025 at 93,922 units, a 19.3% decline compared with 2024. The decline reflects the impact of pre-registrations at the end of 2024 ahead of Euro 5 regulations and ongoing […]
Motorcycle Market Shows Early Signs of Stabilisation Despite Autumn Budget
“The market in November continues to show improvement compared to earlier this year, despite an Autumn Budget that failed to deliver any meaningful support for our sector” said Symon Cook, Head of the National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA), in response to the latest figures released by the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA). Motorcycle registrations for November […]
Motorcycle Industry Fluctuating, Lacks Government Support Ahead of Crucial Budget
“It is positive that the market is steadily improving year to date, however, ahead of the Budget on 26 November, the motorcycle industry has received little clarity or support,” said Symon Cook, Head of the National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA), in response to the latest figures released by the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA). Motorcycle registrations […]
Motorcycle Market Continues to Struggle in 2025 Despite September Uptick
“September is a vital month for the new motorcycle market, which has shown some signs of recovery. However, with the overall market still affected by negative registrations, Q3 has continued to struggle with restoring consumer confidence,” commented Symon Cook, Head of the National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA), in response to the latest figures published by […]
Results of NMDA’s Dealer Attitude Survey – Spring 2025 Edition
The National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA) represents franchised motorcycle retailers across the UK. The sector serves the UK’s 1.4 million riders, accounting for approximately 5,000 riders per UK Parliamentary Constituencies. NMDA’s Dealer Attitude Survey (DAS) gauges the relationship between franchised motorcycle retailers and manufacturers across the UK and serves as a crucial indicator for understanding […]
Uptick for New Motorcycle Market in July, Concern over Long Term Market Decline Remains
“The new motorcycle market has displayed signs of recovery, steadying after last month’s sharp decline. However, with registrations still in the negative, it suggests consumer confidence has not fully stabilised at the beginning of Q3” commented Symon Cook, Head of National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA), according to the latest figures published by Motorcycle Industry Association […]
Large Decline for New Motorcycle Market as Registrations Dip -18.6%
“Consumer confidence continues to affect the motorcycle market” said Symon Cook, Head of National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA), commenting on the latest figures published by MCIA. New registrations in June dropped -18.6%, which is down 6.3% compared to May’s -12.3% figure. Meanwhile, the figures “year-to-date” total at -20.1%, highlighting the market as being significantly below […]
New Motorcycle Market Slowly Continues to Rise, However Concern of Market Decline Remains Strong
“Last month, the new motorcycle market continued its steady Q2 improvement. Despite this upturn, there is still an element of disappointment with this year’s stunted growth” commented Symon Cook, Head of National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA), according to the latest figures published by MCIA. New registrations in May improved to -12.3% which is up 2% […]