Two Wheeler Tow Bar Market – Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Type (Fixed, Detachable, Retractable), By Sales Channel (OEM, Aftermarket), By Region, By Competition, 2021-2031F

Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size (2025)	USD 2.24 Billion
CAGR (2026-2031)	6.29%
Fastest Growing Segment	Aftermarket
Largest Market	Asia Pacific
Market Size (2031)	USD 3.23 Billion

Market Overview

The Global Two Wheeler Tow Bar Market will grow from USD 2.24 Billion in 2025 to USD 3.23 Billion by 2031 at a 6.29% CAGR. The Global Two Wheeler Tow Bar Market encompasses specialized mechanical assemblies attached to the chassis of motorcycles or scooters, designed to facilitate the towing of compact trailers or the secure mounting of cargo carriers. The primary driver supporting this market is the surging popularity of adventure tourism and long-distance motorcycle touring, which necessitates enhanced luggage capacity beyond standard panniers or top boxes. Furthermore, the growing adoption of electric two-wheelers is fueling demand, as riders seek external hauling solutions to compensate for the limited onboard storage of these vehicles. According to the Motorcycle Industry Council, sales within the touring motorcycle category increased by 14.7% in the first quarter of 2024, illustrating the robust consumer shift towards travel-oriented vehicles that frequently require such towing capabilities.

Despite this positive momentum, the market encounters a significant challenge regarding diverse and stringent safety regulations. Manufacturers must navigate complex legal frameworks concerning maximum towing weights and dynamic stability standards, which vary extensively across regions. These regulatory hurdles, coupled with the potential for towing apparatuses to alter a vehicle's handling and braking characteristics, create liability concerns that may impede the widespread expansion of these accessories.

Key Market Drivers

The rapid expansion of last-mile delivery and e-commerce logistics is a primary catalyst for the market. Logistics providers are increasingly utilizing two-wheelers equipped with tow bars to haul cargo trailers, allowing for higher payload capacities while maintaining urban maneuverability. This shift toward compact transport is essential for navigating congested city centers where larger vans are less efficient. The scale of this fleet evolution is evident in major logistics operations. According to DHL Group, March 2025, in the '2024 Sustainability Report', the company's bike fleet included over 17,000 electric trikes and bicycles, highlighting the massive commercial potential for towing accessories in modern delivery networks.

Concurrently, the rising popularity of motorcycle tourism and long-distance adventure travel is driving consumer demand. Riders seek robust towing solutions for camping gear and extended journeys, pushing manufacturers to develop safer and more aerodynamic tow bar systems. This leisure segment is supported by healthy growth in vehicle acquisitions across developed regions. According to the European Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers (ACEM), February 2025, in their annual registration data, new motorcycle registrations in key European markets rose by 10.1% in 2024. Broader market volume also supports adoption potential; according to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), in January 2025, domestic two-wheeler sales reached approximately 15 million units between April and December 2024.

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Key Market Challenges

The presence of diverse and stringent safety regulations regarding towing weights and dynamic stability constitutes a formidable barrier to the Global Two Wheeler Tow Bar Market. Manufacturers face significant hurdles in navigating complex legal frameworks that vary extensively across regions, often requiring costly product modifications to ensure compliance with local standards. This regulatory fragmentation creates liability concerns and increases research and development expenses, effectively discouraging mass production and widespread market entry. Furthermore, strict limitations on towing capacity directly reduce the practical utility of these accessories for consumers seeking substantial hauling capabilities, thereby suppressing potential sales volume.

The impact of such restrictive measures is evident in recent legislative developments regarding permissible loads. According to the Federation of European Motorcyclists' Associations, in 2024, the European Parliament adopted draft rules limiting a motorcycle trailer's maximum authorized mass to not exceed 50 percent of the towing vehicle's unladen mass. This specific limitation severely restricts the types of cargo carriers and trailers that can be legally operated, diminishing the market appeal of tow bars for riders with heavier load requirements and slowing overall industry expansion.

Key Market Trends

The Emergence of Lightweight Towing Solutions for Electric Mobility is fundamentally altering material selection in the Global Two Wheeler Tow Bar Market. As electric propulsion gains momentum, manufacturers are increasingly replacing traditional heavy steel structures with high-strength aluminum alloys and composite materials to minimize the weight penalty and preserve vehicle range. This strategic adaptation is directly responsive to the efficiency requirements of the expanding electric fleet, where every kilogram of added mass impacts battery performance. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), April 2025, in the 'Global EV Outlook 2025', total sales of electric two- and three-wheeler models reached 10 million units in 2024, signaling a massive addressable market that necessitates these specialized, weight-optimized towing accessories.

Concurrently, the Integration of Advanced Swivel Coupling Safety Technologies is becoming a standard to align with modern vehicle stability protocols. Market players are developing sophisticated multi-axis swivel couplings that isolate the towing vehicle from the trailer's rotational forces, ensuring that sudden trailer movements do not transfer torque to the motorcycle chassis or interfere with onboard electronic stability interventions. This technological upgrade is crucial for maintaining rider safety amidst the proliferation of dynamic assistance features. According to the Bosch Group, November 2025, in the press release 'Bosch ensures riders' safety with its latest developments', corporate research highlights that the combined deployment of stability control systems can prevent or mitigate more than 30 percent of injury-causing accidents, driving the imperative for tow bars that do not compromise these critical safety margins.

Segmental Insights

Based on recent analysis of the Global Two Wheeler Tow Bar Market, the Aftermarket segment is identified as the fastest-growing category. This rapid expansion is primarily driven by the increasing popularity of adventure tourism and the essential need for expanded cargo capacity on motorcycles and scooters, which often lack sufficient onboard storage. Unlike limited Original Equipment Manufacturer options, the aftermarket sector provides a diverse range of cost-effective and highly customizable towing solutions compatible with various vehicle models. Furthermore, the widespread availability of these specialized accessories through e-commerce platforms allows riders to easily enhance their vehicles for both recreational travel and commercial logistics.

Regional Insights

Asia Pacific commands the leading position in the Global Two Wheeler Tow Bar Market, primarily due to the region's extensive reliance on motorcycles and scooters for daily transportation and commerce. This dominance is driven by the burgeoning logistics sector in major economies like China and India, where businesses frequently utilize two-wheelers equipped with tow bars for cost-effective last-mile cargo delivery. Furthermore, the rapid adoption of electric scooters and bikes has spurred a necessity for towing attachments to augment limited onboard storage. The growing popularity of motorcycle tourism and adventure riding further reinforces the region's sustained market superiority.

Recent Developments

• In May 2025, 1UP USA officially entered the motorcycle transport segment with the launch of its first-ever hitch-mounted motorcycle carrier, the Moto Rack. Crafted entirely from aluminum and steel without plastic components, the new system was engineered to support off-road motorcycles with a weight capacity of up to 500 pounds. The product features a proprietary ratchet strap system and a wedge-style anti-wobble mechanism to secure the rack to the vehicle’s tow bar, marking a significant expansion for the company beyond its traditional bicycle rack offerings into the heavy-duty two-wheeler towing space.
• In August 2024, SAWIKO, a brand under the AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group specializing in carrier systems, presented its latest transport solutions for campers and vans at the Caravan Salon. The company showcased updated rear carrier systems designed to transport scooters and bicycles, featuring improved ergonomics such as automatically folding light brackets on models like the VELO and LIGERO. These innovations address the market's need for robust, user-friendly tow bar and chassis-mounted systems capable of handling the specific transport requirements of motorized two-wheelers.
• In March 2024, ACPS Automotive, a leading manufacturer in the tow bar technology sector, expanded its global manufacturing footprint by establishing a new subsidiary, Oris Automotive Systems (Kunshan) Ltd., in China. This strategic move was designed to prepare for the start of production at a new Chinese facility in 2025, strengthening the company's position in the Asian market. The expansion aims to support the supply of advanced towing hitches, which serve as the essential interface for various towing applications, including the attachment of two-wheeler carriers and trailers.
• In January 2024, Yakima launched its latest generation of tow bar-mounted carrying solutions, the JustClick EVO and FoldClick EVO, specifically designed to accommodate the growing demand for transporting two-wheelers, including heavier electric bicycles. The company introduced these updated carriers with integrated LED lighting and a "Click locking system" that simplifies the attachment process to the vehicle's tow bar. This product release highlighted the company's focus on enhancing user ergonomics and safety standards for two-wheeler transport, catering to the increasing weight and size of modern e-bikes.

Key Market Players

• Curt Manufacturing LLC
• David Murphy Towing
• Trimas Corporation
• Acps Automotive GmbH
• Horizon Global Corporation
• Brink Group B.V.
• Hayman Reese
• McCabe Towbars
• PCT Automotive Ltd.
• North Shore Towbars

By Type	By Sales Channel	By Region
Fixed Detachable Retractable	OEM Aftermarket	North America Europe Asia Pacific South America Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Two Wheeler Tow Bar Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

• Two Wheeler Tow Bar Market, By Type:

• Fixed
• Detachable
• Retractable

• Two Wheeler Tow Bar Market, By Sales Channel:

• OEM
• Aftermarket

• Two Wheeler Tow Bar Market, By Region:

• North America
• United States
• Canada
• Mexico
• Europe
• France
• United Kingdom
• Italy
• Germany
• Spain
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Colombia
• Middle East & Africa
• South Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE