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COUNTRIES THAT ARE THE #1 SUPPLIER FOR MOTORCYCLE PARTS (GLOBAL)
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ComponentMajor Manufacturing Countries/Key PlayersSourcing NotesSourcing (And Links, If Any)
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Motorcycle ECU unitsJapan, GermanyJapan (e.g., Keihin, Denso) and Germany (e.g., Bosch) are dominant in automotive and motorcycle electronics.
These companies often have a global presence with manufacturing facilities in various locations. 		Source: Industry publications like Automotive Engineering International, company websites (Bosch, Denso, Keihin).
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Motorcycle aluminum partsChina, Taiwan, Japan, IndiaThese countries have strong aluminum production and manufacturing capabilities.
China is a major producer due to cost, while Taiwan, Japan, and India have a mix of cost-effectiveness and high-precision manufacturing. 		Source: Industry reports on aluminum manufacturing, trade data from sources like the World Trade Organization (WTO).
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Motorcycle tanksChina, Italy, ThailandChina is a major player for mass-produced tanks.
Italy has a history of high-quality manufacturing, especially for European brands.
Thailand is a growing hub for motorcycle manufacturing in Southeast Asia. 		Source: Industry publications, market research reports on motorcycle components.
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Motorcycle wheelsChina, Japan, ItalySimilar to tanks, China is a major producer for cost-sensitive manufacturing.
Japan (e.g., Enkei) and Italy (e.g., Brembo for some high-end wheels) are known for high-quality wheels. 		Source: Company websites, industry publications.
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Motorcycle fairingsChina, Thailand, ItalyChina and Thailand are significant for mass production.
Italy is relevant for design and specialized fairings, particularly for European brands. 		Source: Market research reports, industry publications.
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Motorcycle third-party manufactured partsChina, Taiwan, IndiaThese countries are major players due to cost-effectiveness and manufacturing capacity.
Many smaller components are sourced from these regions. 		Source: Industry publications, supply chain analysis reports.
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Motorcycle engine components (crankshafts, bearings, etc.)Japan, Germany, ChinaJapan and Germany are known for precision engineering and high-quality engine components.
China is a major producer for cost reasons (aka the major supplier for more cost-effective options). 		Source: Company websites (component manufacturers), industry publications.
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Motorcycle steel chassisChina, India, JapanChina and India are major producers of steel and have large-scale manufacturing.
Japan is known for high-strength steel and advanced manufacturing processes. 		Source: Industry reports, materials science publications.
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Motorcycle aluminum chassisJapan, Italy, TaiwanJapan and Italy are at the forefront of aluminum chassis design and manufacturing, especially for high-performance bikes.
Taiwan is a growing competitor. 		Source: Company websites, industry publications.
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Motorcycle exhaust systemsChina, Taiwan, Italy, Slovenia (Akrapovič)China and Taiwan produce a large volume.
Italy and Slovenia (Akrapovič) are known for performance and aftermarket systems. 		Source: Company websites, industry publications.
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Motorcycle transmissionsJapan, TaiwanJapan is a leader in motorcycle transmission technology and manufacturing.
Taiwan is a strong manufacturing hub. 		Source: Company websites, industry publications.
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Motorcycle batteriesChina, Japan, South KoreaThese countries are dominant in battery production globally. Source: Market research reports on battery manufacturing.
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Motorcycle windshieldsChina, ItalyChina is a major producer.
Italy has companies specializing in design and high-quality windshields. 		Source: Industry publications, company websites.
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Motorcycle handlebarsChina, TaiwanThese countries are major manufacturing hubs for handlebars, ranging from basic to specialized designs. Source: Industry publications, component supplier databases.
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Motorcycle suspension systemsJapan (Showa, Kayaba), Sweden (Öhlins)Japan (Showa, Kayaba) and Sweden (Öhlins) are leading manufacturers of motorcycle suspension systems. Source: Company websites.
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Motorcycle brake calipersJapan (Nissin), Italy (Brembo)Japan (Nissin) and Italy (Brembo) are the primary manufacturers of motorcycle brake calipers. Source: Company websites.
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Motorcycle brake padsJapan, ChinaJapan is known for quality.
China is a major producer for mass-market pads.
Both are considered to be viable suppliers in terms of volume.		Source: Company websites, industry publications.
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Motorcycle wiringChina, VietnamChina is a major producer.
Vietnam is a growing manufacturing hub for wiring harnesses. 		Source: Industry publications, supply chain analysis.
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Motorcycle fuel linesChina, GermanyChina is a large-scale producer.
Germany (e.g., Continental) is a key supplier of high-quality fuel lines. 		Source: Company websites, automotive industry resources (as fuel line technology is often shared).
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Motorcycle engine oilGlobal (Major Oil Companies)Engine oil is produced globally by a variety of major oil companies (e.g., Shell, ExxonMobil, Castrol). Source: Company websites.
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Motorcycle brake oilGlobal (Major Chemical Companies)Brake fluid is also produced globally by many major chemical companies. Source: Company websites.
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IMPORTANT NOTES / ADDITIONAL FACTORS TO CONSIDER FOR GLOBAL ESTIMATES

1. Globalization: The motorcycle industry is highly globalized. Many components are sourced from multiple countries, and manufacturers may have plants in different locations affecting the above results.

2. Tiered Suppliers: There are often multiple tiers of suppliers. For example, a motorcycle manufacturer might buy an ECU from Bosch, but Bosch sources components from other companies, thereby mixing up the aabove results.

3. Regional Variations: Sourcing can vary by region. For example, European manufacturers might source more components from within Europe, while Asian manufacturers might rely more on regional suppliers. The above has an averaged global focus.

4. Quality vs. Cost: Sourcing decisions often involve a trade-off between quality and cost. Some countries are known for high-quality, high-precision manufacturing, while others are more competitive on price.
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