Efficient Sourcing of Electric Motorcycle Parts with Xometry (Video)

Industry: Automotive Engineering, E-Mobility
Manufacturing Processes: Sheet Metal Fabrication, CNC Machining, Bending, Surface Finishing
Challenge: Sourcing high-precision structural components for motorcycle frames in small to medium volumes. Required flexibility in order quantities, premium design fidelity, and limited in-house capacity.
Solution: With Xometry, Black Tea Motorbikes was able to economically manufacture complex components, order them in batches, and optimize cash flow—without compromising on quality or design.

About Black Tea Motorbikes

Founded in 2020, Black Tea Motorbikes merges classic motorcycle design with sustainable electric mobility. The startup specializes in lightweight electric motorcycles modeled after “Café Racers.” All production and assembly takes place in Bavaria, in close collaboration with their own rider community.

Sourcing Complex Metal Parts Efficiently

To build their motorcycles, Black Tea Motorbikes relies on precision sheet metal parts, frame components, and structurally critical assemblies. These parts must meet exacting design requirements and offer mechanical stability—yet be available on-demand, tailored to the production schedule. With limited internal resources, managing manufacturing in-house or through a network of small suppliers wasn’t feasible.

Component Assembly in Serial Production Using Xometry Parts

Instant Quotes, Precision Manufacturing, and Streamlined Ordering

Working with Xometry as their manufacturing partner, Black Tea Motorbikes uploaded all CAD files directly to the platform and received a reliable, instant quote—including price, lead time, and feasibility. Parts were ordered in small batches of 20 units, precisely aligned with their assembly timeline. Even intricate components requiring multiple bends and meeting tight design tolerances were produced cost-effectively.

Small Batches, Full Control—From CAD File to Order in Minutes

From Prototype to Market: Faster Production, Less Risk

Highly complex frame components delivered with precision and ready to install
Flexible call-off quantities, with startup-friendly payment terms
Time savings in procurement enable full focus on product and customer
Cost advantage over conventional suppliers

Multi-Bend Frame Component – Manufactured by Xometry

Viktor Sommer

Founder & CEO of Black Tea Motorbikes

Xometry was more affordable than other providers. We upload the parts, review pricing and feasibility, and get started right away.

A Frame Component That Combines Function with Style

Efficiency That Startups Rely On

Xometry empowers startups like Black Tea Motorbikes to manufacture production-grade parts with agility, cost-efficiency, and precision planning. From complex sheet metal parts and CNC-machined components to small-batch series, Xometry is the ideal partner for emerging industrial companies that demand high standards in design, quality, and on-time delivery.

Learn more about Black Tea Motorbikes: https://www.blackteamotorbikes.com/