Sports Support at Ilmberger Carbon: Motorsport as the Core of the Company's Philosophy
The Motorsport DNA of the Ilmberger Family
Motorsport is deeply rooted in the history and identity of Ilmberger Carbon. Julius Ilmberger Senior, the father of the company's founder, was a passionate and successful motorcycle racer on both national and international levels, starting with BMW and moving to the two-stroke beast Yamaha TZ 500. This enthusiasm for speed, technology, and precision was passed down to the next generations and continues to shape the self-image of the family and the company to this day.
The Achievements of Julius Ilmberger: From Trial Talent to European Champion in Road Racing
Julius Ilmberger, the later founder of Ilmberger Carbon, began his motorsport career as a teenager in motorcycle trials. In 1988, he switched to road racing and embarked on a long career that was anything but straightforward and ultimately crowned with numerous successes. The most important milestones include:
- 1988 & 1989 2nd and 3rd place in the OMK Cup Class 500 cc 4-Stroke
- 1993 Participation in 200 Miles Daytona Superbike Class
- 1994: Victory in the 2-Valve Class Battle of Twins
- Mid to late 1990s: Alpe Adria winner and multiple Slovakian champion
- 1999 & 2000: Winning the UEM European Cup Sound of Thunder on a Ducati 748
- 2000 EWC with the BMW Motorrad Boxerteam
- 2009: Victory at the 1000 km and 500 km Hockenheim
- 2010: German Series Sport Champion Class 1 and DMSB Endurance Champion
- 2011: Double victory in the German Series Championship Class 1 and 6 as well as renewed DMSB Endurance Champion
These achievements not only reflect driving skills but also a passion for innovative technology and utmost precision – values that Ilmberger Carbon is known for to this day.
Motorsport as the Origin and Drive for Innovation
Julius Ilmberger's active motorsport career was crucial for the founding of Ilmberger Carbon. Dissatisfaction with the quality of the fairings available at the time motivated him to develop high-quality carbon parts himself. This demand for perfection and functionality remains the foundation of product development at Ilmberger Carbon.
Support for International Motorsport
Ilmberger Carbon has been actively supporting racing teams and riders worldwide for many years. In 2025, the company is represented in numerous top classes, including:
- World Superbike Championship (/en/WSBK/WSBK)
- Endurance World Championship (/en/EWC/EWC1)
- International German Motorcycle Championship (/en/IDM/IDM)
- Isle of Man TT and Macau Grand Prix
- British Superbike Championship (/en/BSB/BSB)
- French Superbike Championship (/en/FSBK/FSBK)
Additionally, targeted support is provided to riders like Phillip Öttl, as well as Stefan Bradl during his active time. Together with partner Alpha Racing, countless other riders and teams worldwide are supplied with high-quality carbon parts.
The Next Generation: Julius Ilmberger Junior
The passion for motorsport is passed down in the Ilmberger family. Julius Ilmberger Junior is now actively racing motorcycles in the Pro Superstock class within the IDM and Alpe Adria, continuing the family tradition.
Conclusion: Motorsport as a Driver for Excellence
Motorsport remains an integral part of the Ilmberger family and the company philosophy of Ilmberger Carbon. The close connection to motorsport not only guarantees innovative products at the highest level but also an authentic closeness to the needs of riders and teams worldwide. Ilmberger Carbon stands for passion, precision, and the relentless pursuit of perfection – on and off the racetrack.