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motorcycle pistons
Pistons for motorcycles
Custom pistons for racing, road and classic motorcycles
CPS manufactures custom pistons for racing, road and classic motorcycles, designed for every type of engine and to meet all performance requirements. Thanks to a combination of Italian craftsmanship and advanced technology, our pistons guarantee power, reliability and durability, for both amateur riders and professional teams. Each piston can be manufactured from a technical drawing or a sample, incorporating all requested modifications, such as changes to the compression ratio, pin diameter, compression height or specific piston crown configurations.
CPS ships its products worldwide, with efficient deliveries to countries including Italy, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, Brazil, Japan and many others. Please see our product range for the CAR and MOTORCYCLE categories: the motorcycle pistons shown are just a small sample of what we can manufacture, whilst every product can be customised to the customer’s requirements, with specific modifications to maximise power, reliability and performance.
Find the right piston for your motorcycle
Explore solutions for every brand
CPS manufactures bespoke pistons for motorbikes from the most prestigious and widely recognised international brands. These include: BMW, Ducati, Gilera, Guzzi, Honda, Kawasaki, Rotax, Suzuki and Yamaha. Our experience and manufacturing capabilities enable us to produce pistons compatible with engines of all types and generations, from road bikes to supersport models, right through to competition and vintage models. Each piston is designed to enhance the engine’s characteristics and guarantee excellent performance, making it the ideal partner for riders, professional teams and motorbike enthusiasts worldwide.
Types of motorcycle pistons
Pistons for motorcycle engines fall into six main categories
Standard pistons (OEM)
Designed for production motorcycles, they offer reliability, durability and affordability, making them ideal for everyday use and for those seeking stability and safety without compromising on quality.
High-performance pistons
Designed for sports tuning and competition, they guarantee greater power and durability thanks to lightweight yet robust alloys. They optimise engine response and ensure high performance even at high revs.
Racing pistons
Forged or machined from solid blocks, they combine lightness and precision. They are the ideal choice for MotoGP, Superbike and Endurance, offering extreme performance and maximum reliability under demanding conditions.
Two-stroke pistons
With special geometries to facilitate mixture flow, they are essential in 2-stroke engines for motocross, karting and track racing. They optimise performance and ensure efficiency at the highest revs.
Four-stroke pistons
Widely used in modern motorcycles, they optimise combustion and ensure efficiency, reliability and high performance, for both road and racing use.
Off-road / enduro pistons
Designed to withstand dirt, impacts and constant stress, they combine strength and lightness, making them essential for motocross, enduro and off-road disciplines.
Advanced materials and technologies
Modern motorcycle pistons are made from high-performance aluminium and steel alloys and utilise cutting-edge manufacturing technologies to optimise engine power, efficiency and durability, meeting the needs of both amateur riders and professional teams. Thanks to carefully selected materials and precision machining, these motorcycle pistons offer high thermal resistance to withstand extreme temperatures, maximum durability to ensure a long service life even under demanding conditions, and lightness that reduces friction and improves the engine’s overall efficiency.