What Acerbis does

Acerbis Italia S.p.A. is an Italian manufacturer and retailer of motorsport, mountain bike, and team sports equipment, founded in 1973 and headquartered in Albino (Bergamo), Italy. The company is privately held under Yellow Holding S.r.l. and operates a wholly-owned Czech subsidiary (ACERBIS CZECH s.r.o.). Acerbis designs and manufactures motorbike plastics, oversized and auxiliary fuel tanks, handguards, frame and engine protection, helmets, goggles, riding apparel (off-road and dual-road/adventure), and a growing line of mountain bike clothing and protections, plus team sportswear and bespoke team uniforms.

The core technology centers on durable plastic component manufacturing, including high-density shock-proof polymer fuel tanks (e.g., 20L auxiliary tanks compatible with E5/E10 fuels) and quick-fill systems, alongside safety-certified protective gear and helmets. Acerbis maintains model-specific fitment coverage across 30+ motorcycle OEMs (KTM, Yamaha, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Husqvarna, Beta, Gas Gas, Triumph, Royal Enfield, and others), and runs an OEM division supplying original equipment to manufacturers.

Acerbis monetizes through direct-to-consumer e-commerce via acerbis.com (with regional storefronts for Italy, the EU, and Acerbis USA) and a global authorized dealer network, supplemented by racing sponsorships and OEM supply contracts. Pricing is unit-based across hardware SKUs, with fuel tanks ranging from €299.95 to €449.95 and accessories starting at €12.95; free shipping thresholds apply in Italy (€49.95) and the EU (€99). The customer base is fragmented across individual off-road/dual-road motorbike riders, mountain bikers, and team sports clubs, with brand marketing concentrated in motorsport sponsorships and digital channels.

Name

Acerbis

Legal name

Acerbis Italia Spa

Website

https://acerbis.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Acerbis Italia S.p.A., founded in 1973 and headquartered in Albino, Italy, manufactures and retails motorbike plastics, fuel tanks, riding gear, helmets, goggles, mountain bike equipment, and team sportswear through e-commerce, global dealers, and OEM supply contracts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Motorcycle Parts and Accessories

NAICS

Motorcycle, Bicycle, and Parts Manufacturing (336991), Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (3363), Motorcycle, ATV, and All Other Motor Vehicle Dealers (441227)

SIC

Motorcycles, Bicycles & Parts (3751), Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories (3714), Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949)

akta.pro primary industry

Dirt Bike / Motocross / Enduro Motorcycle Manufacturing (IMACAEAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Off-Road & MX Gear Retail (Dirt Bike/Motocross/Enduro) (CRAMANAG), Helmets & Protective Headgear Retail (Motorcycle/ATV/Snow) (CRAMANAB), Cycling & Bike Retail (Sales, Service & Accessories) (CRAMABAH), Sports & Outdoor Accessories Manufacturing (Performance Gloves/Headwear) (IMAOAFAI)

Keywords

• Motorcycle plastics
• Motocross protective gear
• Offroad riding apparel
• Motorcycle fuel tanks
• Mountain bike equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Albino

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Product Sales (E-commerce): Direct-to-consumer online sales of motorsport and sport products including plastics, fuel tanks, helmets, goggles, clothing and accessories. One-time purchase model with optional accessory add-ons.
2. Dealer/Retail Network: Products distributed through authorized dealer network globally. Dealers purchase products wholesale and resell to end consumers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Acerbis manufactures and retails motorcycle plastic components (frame, engine, fork and disc protection; fuel tanks; handguards; lights; seats; chain guides), riding apparel for dual-road and off-road use, helmets, goggles, and accessories. Beyond motorsport, the company also sells mountain bike gear and team sports apparel and equipment for football, basketball, volleyball, handball, rugby, and running/rackets.

Product overview

Acerbis is a manufacturer and online retailer of motorbike and sports equipment founded in 1973. The company offers a diversified portfolio of products organized into three main divisions: Motorsport (plastic components, riding gear, helmets, goggles, accessories for motorbikes), MTB (mountain bike clothing, protections, helmets, and accessories), and Sport (competition equipment for team sports like football, basketball, volleyball, handball, rugby; total look sportswear; and bespoke/custom team uniforms). The Motorsport division is the core business, featuring specialized fuel tanks (oversized, speedy, auxiliary), handguards, plastics and kits, along with comprehensive riding apparel for dualroad and offroad use. The company also operates an outlet store for discounted products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• X-Team: Off-road boots and protective gear line
• X-Flex
• Levante
• Vulcan
• Vortex
• Vitrion

Products and services

• Motorsport Plastics Motorbike plastic components including fuel tanks (oversized, speedy, auxiliary), handguards, frame protection, engine protection, plastics and kits, disc protection, lights, chain guides, seats, fork protection, air filters, and swingarm protection, sold to off-road and dual-road riders.
• Dual-Road Riding Apparel Gear for dual-road/adventure motorcycling including jackets, pants, rain gear, gloves, boots, body protection, underwear, travel bags, backpacks, waistpacks, and casual wear, aimed at adventure and touring riders.
• Off-Road Riding Apparel Off-road motorcycling apparel including off-road jackets, jerseys, pants, rain gear, gloves, boots, body armour and limb protections, underwear, bags, casual wear, and accessories, targeting motocross and enduro riders.
• Motorcycle Helmets Motorcycle helmets for dual-road, off-road, and kids categories, along with spare parts and accessories, including the Levante dual-road helmet brand.
• Off-Road Goggles Off-road goggles and goggle lens and accessories, including Vulcan (roll-off), Vortex (mirror), and Vitrion collections.
• Motorsport Accessories Additional motorbike accessories including bike accessories, race materials, paddock and garage equipment, transport gear, and merchandising items for riders and teams.
• Acerbis Casual/Apparel Casual clothing line including jackets, sweatshirts, shirts, trousers, shoes and socks, hats, accessories, underwear, and bags/backpacks.
• Kids Motorcycling Gear Children's motorcycling gear including jerseys, pants, gloves, boots, protection, rain gear, and accessories.
• Mountain Bike (MTB) Gear Mountain biking equipment including clothes (socks, gloves, jerseys, pants, shorts), protections (knee guards, elbow guards, body armour), helmets, and plastics and accessories (bike stand, lights, handguards, fork cover, mudguard, backpacks).
• Team Sport Competition Equipment Team sports equipment for football, basketball, volleyball, handball, rugby, and running and rackets.
• Total Look Sportswear Lines Complete sportswear collections including Harpaston, Kemari, Belatrix, Atlantis, Blok, and Shadow product lines for team and individual sport athletes.
• Bespoke/Custom Sportswear Custom-made sportswear and team uniforms for clubs and teams seeking coordinated, branded apparel.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Scott Sports: Multi-sport brand covering motocross goggles, MTB helmets, and protection. Directly comparable to Acerbis's Vulcan/Vitrion goggle lines and MTB protection category.
• AGV: Italian motorcycle helmet manufacturer with broader road and off-road range. Comparable as a fellow Italian helmet specialist with overlapping dealer channels.
• Fox Racing: Global leader in motocross and MTB apparel, helmets, and protection with significantly larger scale. Comparable product range but broader geographic reach and stronger brand pull.
• Alpinestars: Major motorcycle riding gear and protection brand spanning road, off-road, and motorsport. Overlaps with Acerbis on dual-road and off-road riding apparel and protection categories.

Direct peers

• Leatt: Manufacturer of body protection, neck braces, helmets, and apparel for motocross, MTB, and off-road. Directly overlaps with Acerbis's X-Flex body armor and protection line.
• Airoh: Italian motorcycle helmet manufacturer serving motocross, enduro, and road segments. Comparable as a fellow Italian off-road helmet specialist competing in the same dealer channel.
• Polisport: Portuguese manufacturer of aftermarket plastic kits, protectors, and accessories for motocross and off-road motorcycles. Most directly comparable to Acerbis in plastics, with similar OEM and aftermarket customer base.
• Sidi: Italian manufacturer of motorcycle boots for road, off-road, and motocross. Comparable as a fellow Italian specialist in off-road riding footwear sold through the same dealer channels.
• UFO Plast: Italian manufacturer of replacement plastics and accessories for motocross, enduro, and off-road motorcycles. Direct competitor in the same product category with overlapping distribution channels.
• Troy Lee Designs: Specialist in motocross and MTB helmets, goggles, and apparel. Closely comparable to Acerbis across both motorsport and MTB divisions with similar premium brand positioning.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AcerbisSportUK

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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