Motor · MotoGP · published 2026-10-08T00:00:00+00:00 · via MCNews

Youth and trail bikes power Australian motorcycle sales rebound

New motorcycle deliveries in Australia rose 6.7% over the first nine months of 2026. Off-road models led the way with a 17.1% increase, while road-bike sales stayed flat. The report compares 2021–2025 figures and examines how junior and trail bikes are changing the off-highway vehicle market.

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The Australian motorcycle market’s recent rebound is reflected in new deliveries during the first nine months of 2026, which were 6.7% higher overall. Off-road models drove that growth with a 17.1% rise, while road-bike sales held steady. The report places these figures alongside 2021–2025 data and focuses on how junior and trail bikes are reshaping the off-highway vehicle segment. That makes the off-road side of the market the main source of momentum in the period covered.

Context

The rise in off-road, junior and trail bike deliveries could affect families, young riders, rural and recreational communities, and dealers focused on off-highway products. If road-bike sales stay flat while off-road demand grows, showrooms, training providers and access to riding areas may adapt. Safety and environmental considerations may also receive more attention. These are possible developments rather than certain outcomes, and their scale would depend on future market conditions.

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