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Following the insolvency of CCM Motorcycles in June 2025, it seemed that the end of the long-established British manufacturer was finally sealed. But now there is at least a small glimmer of hope. The auction house Gateway Auctions, which is selling off the company’s remaining assets, is taking an unusual approach with the aim of giving the brand more time for a possible rescue.

After half a century, it’s over: British motorcycle brand CCM Motorcycles has filed for insolvency.  The Bolton-based company, which was founded in 1971 by motocross rider and engineer Alan Clews under the name Clews Competition Machines, was known for its lightweight, hand-built motorcycles with an unmistakable character.  Despite a loyal fan base and a long list of individual models, the traditional brand was no longer able to survive economically.

CCM is a motorcycle manufacturer from Bolton in England, which many probably do not have so on the screen. Nevertheless, it is a traditional company that celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2021.

The British motorcycle manufacturer CCM presented the Spitfire Six at last year’s “Motorcycle Live” exhibition. The strictly limited and handmade motorcycle now goes into production.