Renthal

Overview

Renthal manufactures handlebars, chainwheels, grips, and accessories for motorcycles, ATVs, and cycles, with production centered in Manchester, UK. The company supplies aftermarket parts for motocross, trials, road bikes, and quad bikes, and original equipment handlebars for Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and KTM. It has secured over 260 world championships in motorcycling and multiple titles in cycling.¹²³⁶

History

Renthal was founded in 1969 by Andrew Renshaw and Henry Rosenthal in the UK, initially producing aluminum handlebars for trials bikes. It expanded into motocross in 1975 with a production facility in Manchester and entered the cycle market in 2010. The company marked its 50th year in 2019 and maintains its manufacturing base in the same location.¹²⁶

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Manufacturing is based in Manchester (Stockport area), UK, with in-house production of handlebars, sprockets, and bicycle components from traceable EU-sourced metals. Quality control allows batch tracing and scrapping if needed. Products are exported to over 50 countries via 117 distributors.²⁵⁶

Notable Products

• Fatbar Handlebars - Iconic aluminum motocross handlebars used as OEM by major manufacturers.
• R1-R Chain - High-performance chain, second-largest seller in US aftermarket.
• Gold Chainwheels - Precision sprockets favored in professional motocross racing.
• Cycle Carbon Handlebars - Lightweight carbon fiber bars for downhill and enduro MTB.
• Fatbar Lite Stems - Cycle stems designed for mountain bike performance.

Reputation

Renthal is regarded by motocross professionals and enthusiasts as a top manufacturer for durable, high-performance handlebars and components, backed by extensive racing titles. It holds strong respect for OEM supply to brands like Honda and Kawasaki. Bicycle products have gained traction in MTB racing since 2010, though motorcycle parts dominate its reputation.²³⁶