Showroom and Museum in Oberhaching: Experience Over 70 Years of Racing History
In the new showroom of Ilmberger Carbon in Oberhaching near Munich, current carbon components meet more than 70 years of racing history. The connected museum showcases the motorsport tradition of three generations of the Ilmberger family. Every racing motorcycle and road motorcycle exhibited in the motorcycle museum is an original in running condition.
The New Showroom at the Oberhaching Location
The roots of Ilmberger Carbon lie in the paddock. Julius Ilmberger founded the company in 1990. Since then, a small production facility for personal use has developed into an internationally active manufacturer. This development was also meant to become visible at the company headquarters.
For this purpose, the former smaller exhibition room was completely renovated down to the foundations and rebuilt. The new showroom opened in January 2026. Ilmberger Carbon has thus created a place that combines current products and company history.
On the ground floor, you can see the latest carbon parts from Ilmberger. One floor above, the museum shows the history from which they emerged. In this way, the company’s present and origins are united under one roof.
What Can You Expect in the New Showroom?
In the Ilmberger Carbon showroom, you can see current carbon parts for road motorcycles and the racetrack. One floor above, the museum features race-ready racing motorcycles from three generations of the Ilmberger family.
The Latest Models from Ilmberger Carbon
In the exhibition area on the ground floor, Ilmberger Carbon presents its latest carbon parts for your road motorcycle. From up close, you can see what makes a high-quality carbon fiber component: the depth effect of the weave, the precise edges, and the carefully finished surface.
What distinguishes the displayed carbon parts:- Manufactured from prepreg, meaning a carbon fiber fabric already pre-impregnated with resin- Cured in an autoclave: under heat and pressure, the material gains its strength- Road approval through ABE [LINK: CHECK URL] (general operating permit), without individual inspection by the TÜV- Durable surface protection through the powder coating developed by Ilmberger as a primer beneath the clear coat- Classic carbon weave look or Black Diamond Carbon [LINK: CHECK URL], a manufacturing process with a focus on sustainability
From Racing Motorcycle to Road Motorcycle
What enhances a road motorcycle today was originally developed for the racetrack. As early as 2003, Ilmberger Carbon launched the first parts with ABE approval. Since then, approval has been expanded model by model, so that today the entire range of road parts is covered [CHECK].
This path becomes visible in the exhibition. You can see how insights gained from use on the racing motorcycle flow directly into components for everyday use. Julius Ilmberger Junior often tests aerodynamic components himself on the track before they go into series production.
The Museum: Racing History from Three Generations
The motorcycle museum on the first floor documents over seven decades and three generations of motorsport in the Ilmberger family. Almost everything revolves around motorcycles and racetracks. The exhibits range from the 1950s to the factory machines from EWC and WSBK of 2024.
Highlights of the Exhibition
- BMW factory racing machine based on the R75: One of three factory racing motorcycles built by BMW after the Second World War. Restored true to the original.
- BMW HP4 Race: For this project, BMW Motorrad selected Ilmberger Carbon as a supplier in 2016. An HP4 Race still stands in the museum today as a memento.
- Ducati Diavel Bentley: limited special model for which Ilmberger Carbon manufactured the original carbon components
- MGM Bonovo Racing WSBK M 1000 RR ridden by Scott Redding
- EWC BMW factory machine 2024
- Honda Fireblade championship motorcycle Florian Alt IDM 2023
- Ducati Panigale V4R championship motorcycle Lukas Tulovic IDM 2026
- Suter MMX1 CRT MotoGP model year 2013
Why Are All Motorcycles in the Museum in Running Condition?
All motorcycles in the Ilmberger Carbon museum are in running condition because the Ilmberger family has never understood motorcycles as mere decoration. Instead of replicas or empty shells, only original racing motorcycles and road motorcycles from several decades are displayed there. They retain their complete technology and could be started at any time.
Many exhibitions show replicas or vehicles without engines. The motorcycle museum of Ilmberger Carbon is different. There are no reproductions and no empty shells here, but real machines.
Each vehicle tells its story not only through its paintwork and race number, but through its complete technology.
What defines the exhibition:- Exclusively original motorcycles in running condition- Racing motorcycles and road motorcycles from several decades- Authentic testimonies to the family and company history- Direct connection between motorsport and product development
Motorsport as Company DNA: From the Museum Back to the Racetrack
Alongside the exhibition, Ilmberger Carbon remains active in international motorsport. Since 2023, the company has equipped the BMW factory teams in the World Superbike Championship as well as teams in the Endurance World Championship. Ilmberger parts are also used in the IDM, the British Superbike Championship, and the French Superbike Championship.
To learn how closely family, company, and motorsport are connected, visit our page on sports sponsorship.
Your Visit to Oberhaching: Address, Opening Hours, and Appointment
The showroom and museum are open to all interested visitors during business hours.
- Address: Hahilingastr. 5, 82041 Oberhaching, Germany
- Directions and parking: Parking spaces available on the company premises
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Appointment: not required, you can drop by without prior notice
- Admission: free
Do you have questions in advance about your visit or about specific parts? Use our Ilmberger Carbon contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Showroom and Museum
Can you visit the Ilmberger Carbon showroom?
Yes, the showroom and motorcycle museum are open to visitors. You will find both exhibition areas at Hahilingastr. 5 in 82041 Oberhaching, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. No appointment is necessary, and admission is free.
Which motorcycles are exhibited in the museum?
The museum exclusively displays original racing motorcycles and road motorcycles in running condition. The time span ranges from a post-war BMW R75 racing motorcycle to factory machines from WSBK and EWC from 2024. Other highlights include the limited BMW HP4 Race and the Ducati Diavel Bentley.
Can I view and order carbon parts in the showroom?
Yes. On the ground floor, you can inspect the current carbon parts up close and order them directly. Trained specialist staff will advise you on site in selecting the right parts for your motorcycle.
Conclusion: A Showroom That Connects History and the Present
In the showroom in Oberhaching, you can view carbon parts, receive expert advice, and visit the motorcycle museum one floor above. The new building shows where Ilmberger Carbon comes from and how the company is developing. Current carbon components with ABE for your road motorcycle are presented here under one roof with race-ready racing motorcycles from three generations. This creates a special place for motorcycle enthusiasts. Racing history and modern composite fiber technology can be experienced here up close.
Visit the showroom and museum? Drop by without an appointment, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. We are happy to answer your questions: Contact Ilmberger Carbon
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