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NEW MOTORCYCLE MARKET SHOWS SIGNS OF RECOVERY IN MARCH 2025

NMDA 07/04/2025

“The new motorcycle market has displayed expected signs of recovery closing the month at -22.1% however NMDA is still disappointed with the overall negative total registration numbers compared to 2024” says Symon Cook, Head of National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA), commenting on the latest MCIA figures.

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NEW MOTORCYCLE MARKET REGISTRATIONS IN 2024 SURPASS 2023 TOTAL WITH STRONG DECEMBER, ELECTRIC CONTINUES TO STRUGGLE

NMDA 08/01/2025

In December, there was a 114.0% increase in total registrations, from 5,236 to 11,206 units. Total motorcycle sales grew significantly by 122.6% from 4,854 to 10,807 units, whilst moped registrations also increased modestly by 6.0% to 373 units. December’s figures bring total registrations in 2024 to 116,399 units, reflecting a 2.5% increase and narrowly surpassing 2023 total registrations. All motorcycle categories experienced growth during the month, ‘Modern Classic’ saw a substantial increase of 302.7% for the month to 1,486 units. ‘Adventure’ rose by 103.5% to 2,277 units. ‘Scooter’ grew by 105.8% from 1,333 to 2,743 units.

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FABIAN HAMILTON MP HOSTS JOINT NMDA-NMC PARLIAMENTARY BREAKFAST

NMDA 05/12/2024

Notably, amongst the attendees, was Fabian Hamilton MP, who hosted the Parliamentary Breakfast and opened proceedings. Speakers at the event included Craig Carey-Clinch, Executive Director of the NMC, Symon Cook, Head of NMDA. There were also positive speeches from Alfie Brierley, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the Motor Cycle Industry Association and James Gibson, Executive Director at Road Safety GB. Fabian Hamilton MP was very pleased to host the event, and pointed to the wonderful traditions of motorcycling and the importance of the sector to the UK economy.

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OCTOBER SEES FIFTH CONSECUTIVE MONTH OF CONTRACTION IN MOTORCYCLE MARKET

NMDA 08/11/2024

“Continuing the trend seen throughout the year, the motorcycle market experienced another decline in October, with total registrations dropping by -2.5%. The market has faced persistent challenges in 2024, and this marks the fifth consecutive month of contraction” says Symon Cook, Head of National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA), commenting on the latest MCIA figures.

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POWERED TWO-WHEELER MARKET SEES SECOND CONSECUTIVE MONTH OF CONTRACTION, ELECTRIC CONTINUES TO LOSE GROUND

NMDA 08/08/2024

“With the General Election now concluded and the weather brightening up, it is disappointing to see the powered two-wheeler market record another downturn. July marks the second month of consecutive contraction in what is proving to be a rocky year for the sector” says Symon Cook, Head of National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA), commenting on the latest MCIA figures.

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MOTORCYCLES IN BUS LANES - NMDA SUBMITS CONSULTATION RESPONSE  

NMDA 17/07/2024

“Yesterday, the National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA) submitted its response to the Department for Transport’s consultation around allowing motorcycles to use bus lanes by default” said Symon Cook, Head of the NMDA, the leading representative body for franchised motorcycle dealers across the UK.

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NMDA UNVEILS ELECTION MANIFESTO FOR NEXT GOVERNMENT  

NMDA 20/06/2024

The National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA), the voice for motorcycle retailers across the country, has today launched its manifesto ahead of the General Election on 4 July. The manifesto highlights critical areas where the future government can positively impact the motorcycle retail sector.    

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MARCH’S POWERED TWO-WHEELER (PTW) NEW REGISTRATIONS FALL BELOW THOSE OF THE SAME PERIOD LAST YEAR, ELECTRIC EXPERIENCES MODEST GROWTH

NMDA 09/04/2024

“March’s typically anticipated boost in registrations, driven by being a plate change month, fell short with a slight -3.7% decrease when compared to March 2023. Despite this, new powered two-wheeler (PTW) registrations still performed admirably with 16,803 total registrations in the month,” says Symon Cook, Head of National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA) commenting on the latest MCIA registration figures.  

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2024 STARTS OFF STRONGLY FOR POWERED TWO WHEELERS, ELECTRIC ADOPTION REMAINS SLOW  

NMDA 26/02/2024

“With the final months of 2023 signalling a challenging time for motorcycle sales it is promising to see a turnaround as we enter 2024. It is encouraging to see these positive sales when we look at the current economic climate and the impact of the usual winter months.” says Symon Cook, Head of National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA), commenting on the latest MCIA registration figures.  

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DECEMBER ROUNDS OFF DISAPPOINTING YEAR FOR PTW REGISTRATIONS AS NMDA CALLS FOR CLARITY FROM GOVERNMENT IN NEW YEAR

NMDA 15/01/2024

“December’s figures round off what has been a disappointing year for PTW registrations. Whilst models such as adventure, naked and road sport saw an increase on 2022 figures, it appears that uncertainty around the economy and supply chain issues have had a considerable impact on registrations throughout 2023,” says Symon Cook, Head of National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA) commenting on the latest MCIA registration figures.

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