Federazione Motociclistica

What Federazione Motociclistica does

Federazione Motociclistica Italiana (FMI) is the CONI-recognized national governing body for motorcycle sport in Italy, founded in 1911 and headquartered in Rome. The federation regulates competitive motorcycle disciplines (speed/CIV, motocross, enduro, trial, supermoto, speedway, motorally, e-bike), sanctions national championships, issues racing licenses, and represents Italy within FIM and FIM Europe. It serves a diversified membership spanning competitive riders, recreational motorcyclists, affiliated Moto Clubs, youth development programs, women's commissions, and historic-vehicle enthusiasts.

The federation operates a digital platform anchored by the MyFMI self-service portal (membership and license management), FedermotoTV streaming (live coverage of CIV on Sky Sport and other championships), and the Motitalia monthly magazine distributed via mobile app. Its proprietary Registro Storico FMI holds over 254,000 registered historic motorcycles and issues Targa Oro certifications, supported by 20 regional committees (Comitati Regionali) and a Federal Technical Center at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.

FMI is a non-profit sporting entity under Italian law with no external investors or funding rounds. Revenue is generated through annual membership fees (Tessera Member, Tessera Sport, MiniSport), competitive license issuance across multiple categories, Moto Club affiliation fees, championship event sanctioning, training programs (including the Master in Ingegneria della Moto da Corsa and safe-riding courses), and historic-vehicle certification services. Distribution combines self-serve digital channels with a grassroots network of hundreds of affiliated Moto Clubs and 20 regional offices covering every Italian region. Institutional partnerships with FIM, CONI, Sport e Salute, ACEM, the Italian Army, Carabinieri, the Fire Brigade, the Guardia di Finanza, and regional governments reinforce its regulatory and operational scope.

Name

Federazione Motociclistica

Legal name

Federazione Motociclistica Italiana

Website

https://federmoto.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1911

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Federazione Motociclistica Italiana is Italy's CONI-recognized national motorcycle federation, founded in 1911, sanctioning championships, issuing licenses, and managing the 254,000-vehicle historic registry across 20 regional committees and hundreds of Moto Clubs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Motorcycle Sports Federation

NAICS

Racetracks (711212)

SIC

Services-Racing, Including Track Operation (7948)

akta.pro primary industry

Motorsports Sanctioning Bodies & Governing Organizations (MPAKAGAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Motorsport Sanctioning Bodies (FIA/FIM/IMSA, etc.) (MPAKAFAH), Race Tracks, Circuits & Motorsport Venues (MPAKAGAE)

Keywords

• Motorcycle federation
• Racing championships
• Sports licensing
• Rider training
• Historic vehicle registry

Headquarters

HQ city

Vico Nel Lazio

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Revenue from issuing membership cards (Tessera Member, Tessera Sport, MiniSport) to individual riders and Moto Club members
2. Racing Licenses: Fees collected from issuing competitive racing licenses for various disciplines including Enduro, Motocross, Speed, Trial, E-Bike, and international licenses
3. Moto Club Affiliation: Annual affiliation fees from hundreds of Moto Clubs across Italy's regional structure
4. Event Organization: Revenue from organizing and sanctioning national championships, the Italian Speed Championship (CIV), and other motorcycling events
5. Training and Courses: Revenue from federal training programs including safe riding courses, technical courses, and instructor certification programs

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Federazione Motociclistica Italiana (FMI) is the Italian national governing body for motorcycle sport, established in 1911 and headquartered in Rome. It issues official membership cards and racing licenses, organizes and sanctions Italian national motorcycle championships across multiple disciplines (speed, motocross, enduro, trial, supermoto, speedway, motorally, e-bike), maintains the Registro Storico of historic motorcycles, and delivers certified training and road safety education programs.

Product overview

Federazione Motociclistica Italiana (FMI) is Italy's national motorcycle federation operating a comprehensive platform of membership services, racing championships, training programs, and administrative services. The core offering includes membership cards (Tessera Member, Tessera Sport, MiniSport) and competitive licenses (Licenza Agonistica, Licenza E-Bike, Licenza Internazionale) accessible via the MyFMI digital portal. FMI organizes and sanctions over 15 national championships across disciplines including speed racing (CIV), motocross, enduro, trial, supermoto, speedway, and e-bike events. The federation operates the Registro Storico with 254,000+ historic motorcycles, publishes Motitalia magazine, runs FedermotoTV streaming, and manages training through the Centro Tecnico Federale and the Master in Ingegneria della Moto da Corsa. Safety and development programs include road education commissions, women's initiatives (Dal Tacco al Tassello), and the European Learn-Ride-Enjoy-Repeat training campaign.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Motitalia: Official magazine of the Federazione Motociclistica Italiana, published monthly covering motorcycle sport, industry news, and federation activities. Available in digital format and as a mobile application.
• FedermotoTV
• Registro Storico FMI
• CIV (Campionato Italiano Velocità)
• Maglia Azzurra
• Talenti Azzurri

Products and services

• Tessera Member Standard annual membership card issued by FMI providing recreational motorcyclists with federation affiliation, insurance coverage and access to federation benefits.
• Tessera Sport Annual sports membership card for motorcyclists who participate in sporting activities without an agonistic license.
• MiniSport Youth-oriented membership card for young motorcyclists up to 12 years old engaging in FMI sporting activities.
• Licenza Agonistica Official competitive racing license required for participation in sanctioned Italian motorcycle championships.
• Licenza E-Bike Specialized racing license for competitors participating in electric-bike (E-Bike) championships sanctioned by FMI.
• Licenza Internazionale International racing license enabling Italian riders to compete in FIM-sanctioned events outside Italy.
• Registro Storico FMI Official registry of historic motorcycles maintained by FMI, encompassing more than 254,000 registered vehicles, used for heritage certification and preservation.
• Targa Oro Gold certification recognizing the historical relevance of motorcycles over 20 years old, with the related certificate usable as an alternative to ASI certification.
• Certificato di Rilevanza Storica Certificate attesting the historic relevance of vintage motorcycles, recognized by the Italian Ministry of Transport.
• Motitalia Official FMI digital and print magazine covering motorcycle sport, federation activities, events and editorial content for members and enthusiasts.
• FedermotoTV Official FMI streaming platform broadcasting live motorcycle sport events, championships and federation-produced video content.
• MyFMI Digital Portal Online member portal providing access to federation services, personal profile management, license issuance, membership renewals and digital federation documents.
• Campionato Italiano Velocità (CIV) Italian Speed Championship, the premier national road-racing motorcycle championship sanctioned by FMI, including Junior, Salita (hill climb) and Femminile (women's) categories.
• Campionato Italiano Motocross Prestige MX1-MX2 Top-tier Italian motocross championship organized by FMI in the MX1 and MX2 categories.
• Campionato Italiano Enduro Italian national enduro championship sanctioned by FMI.
• Campionato Italiano Trial Italian national trial championship sanctioned by FMI.
• Campionato Italiano Supermoto Italian national supermoto championship sanctioned by FMI.
• Campionato Italiano Speedway-Flat Track Italian national speedway and flat-track championship sanctioned by FMI.
• Campionato Italiano Motorally Italian national motorally (rally-raid) championship sanctioned by FMI.
• Campionato Italiano E-Bike Enduro Italian national electric-bike enduro championship sanctioned by FMI.
• Campionato Italiano Minimoto Italian national minimoto (junior minibike) championship sanctioned by FMI.
• Transitalia Marathon Multi-stage touring marathon event organized by FMI, gathering hundreds of motorcyclists for a Trans-Italy adventure ride.
• Centro Tecnico Federale di Misano Federation technical training center located in Misano, hosting courses, training camps and federation technical activities.
• Master in Ingegneria della Moto da Corsa Postgraduate educational program (master's degree) in racing motorcycle engineering organized by FMI for engineers and motorsport professionals.
• Corsi di Guida Sicura Federation-certified safe-riding courses, including off-road courses designed for women motorcyclists.

Quantifiable outcome

• 254,000+ motorcycles registered in Historic Register
• +2 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Regione Emilia-RomagnacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026Three-year partnership (2026-2028) to promote and support major motorcycling events including CIV Round Emilia-Romagna at Imola, Night Race motocross in Faenza, Racing Night at Misano, and Moto d'Oro ceremony in Rimini. This is the 14th national sports federation to join the region's collaboration network, strengthening Emilia-Romagna's role as Italy's motor valley.
• FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational motorcycling federation governing body. FMI President Giovanni Copioli also serves as FIM Vice President, ensuring coordination between Italian and international motorcycling activities.
• CONI (Comitato Olimpico Nazionale Italiano)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerItalian National Olympic Committee, the national sports authority recognizing FMI as the official governing body for motorcycling sport in Italy.
• Sport e SaluteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerItalian sports promotion agency providing support for sports development programs and initiatives.
• Guardia di FinanzaminorOthersItalian Financial Police. FMI awarded Recognition Plaque to the Guardia di Finanza Historical Museum for cultural value of their historic vehicle collection, all vehicles registered in FMI Historic Register.
• Esercito Italiano (Italian Army)minorOthersMemorandum of Understanding for collaboration including road safety education initiatives. FMI participated in the Italian Army's 165th anniversary celebrations reaching over 1000 young people with road safety education.
• Arma dei CarabinieriminorOthersItalian military police force. Memorandum of Understanding for territorial protection and motorcycle volunteer civil protection activities.
• Corpo Nazionale dei Vigili del FuocominorOthersItalian Fire Brigade. Protocol of understanding for collaboration in emergency response and civil protection using motorcycles.
• Città dei MotoriminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFoundation promoting Italian motor heritage. Partnership focused on tourism and road safety initiatives.
• ACEM (Association of European Motorcycle Manufacturers)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean motorcycle manufacturers association. Joint promotion of the 'Learn - Ride - Enjoy - Repeat' European campaign for motorcycle training quality, reaching 44 organizations in 23 countries.
• Polini MotoriminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerItalian motorcycle components manufacturer founded in 1945, specializing in motors and accessories for motorcycles and scooters. FMI President Copioli visited facilities in June 2026 to explore potential future collaborations, currently linked to FMI through Italian Cup scooter competition organization.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Auto-Cycle Union (ACU): The UK's national motorcycle federation, governing motorcycle sport, issuing licenses, and sanctioning championships. Comparable operating model and FIM affiliation, providing a benchmark for English-speaking market federation economics.
• Real Federación Motociclista Española (RFME): Spain's national motorcycle federation, structurally identical to FMI in scope (speed, motocross, enduro, trial, historic) and FIM affiliation. Direct competitor for hosting international rounds and rider development pathways.
• Fédération Française de Motocyclisme (FFM): France's national motorcycle federation, the closest direct analogue to FMI in continental Europe. Both are FIM-affiliated national governing bodies issuing racing licenses, sanctioning national championships, and managing historic vehicle registries across all motorcycle disciplines.
• Deutscher Motorsport Verband (DMV): Germany's national motorsport federation, covering motorcycle and broader motorsport disciplines. Comparable to FMI in sanctioning championships, training, and historic vehicle recognition across a large European market.
• American Motorcyclist Association (AMA): The largest national motorcycle federation by registered riders in the Americas, sanctioning motocross, enduro, and road racing in the U.S. A peer for understanding the economics of multi-disciplinary sanctioning, recreational membership cards, and historic vehicle programs at larger national scale.
• Motor Cycle Union of Ireland (MCUI): Ireland's national motorcycle federation, a smaller-scope direct peer providing a useful benchmark for how a national federation operates licensing, training, and sanctioning in a smaller market.

Others

• CONI (Comitato Olimpico Nazionale Italiano): The Italian National Olympic Committee that recognizes FMI as the official governing body for motorcycling. Acts as the regulatory parent within Italy's sport ecosystem, distributing public funding and granting CONI affiliation status that confers federation legitimacy.
• Fédération Cycliste Internationale (UCI): International federation for cycling, structurally analogous to FIM but for bicycles. Provides reference points on how international federations govern licensing, sanctioning, and historic events (Vintage cycling) — adjacent to FMI's E-Bike disciplines.

Broad incumbents

• Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM): The international governing body that FMI is affiliated with. FIM sets global technical and sporting rules, coordinates World Championships, and accredits national federations — a higher-tier umbrella operating in the same regulatory space.
• Federazione Italiana Automobilistica (ACI): Italy's sister four-wheel motorsport federation. Shares CONI affiliation, historical vehicle co-regulation (the historical plate decree was issued jointly with ACI), and overlapping institutional relationships — a useful domestic peer for analogous governance, training, and registry economics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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