Electric motorcycle showroom with servicing

Commuters, urban riders, learners moving to a lighter bike, and small businesses wanting electric delivery or fleet bikes.

Margin on each bike sold, plus accessories and gear, servicing and repair work, and finance or insurance referral commissions where permitted.

• Sales and customer service
• Knowing motorcycles and basic EV technology
• Managing stock and cash flow
• Building supplier relationships

• Motor dealer licensing differs by state and territory, so check with your state's licensing or fair trading body before selling
• Public liability, stock, and property insurance, plus workers compensation once you hire
• Bikes must meet Australian Design Rules and be registrable in your state, so check each model with the supplier
• Lithium battery storage, charging and fire safety, and training for anyone working on high-voltage systems
• Australian Consumer Law warranty obligations, including how supplier warranty backs your promises
• Stock funding can tie up a lot of cash if bikes sell slowly
• Check council zoning and approval for a motorcycle showroom or workshop

Startup costs are typically around $60,000 to $200,000, depending on your premises, how many brands and bikes you stock, and your fit-out. Stock funding can tie up a lot of cash if bikes sell slowly.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $30,000 to $150,000, depending on the brands you carry, how many bikes you sell and what accessories and servicing add. That is revenue before costs such as stock, rent and wages.

Check motor dealer licensing with your state's licensing or fair trading body before selling. Also check that each model meets Australian Design Rules and is registrable, lithium battery storage and fire safety, insurance, council zoning, and Australian Consumer Law warranty obligations.