Private company

BikeBandit

Defunct American motorcycle parts retailer

BikeBandit is a former motorcycle parts superstore retailer founded in 1999 by successful serial entrepreneur Ken Wahlster. Wahlster sold the company in 2013 and has gone on to open other companies in the motorcycle industry (8 Ball Motorcycle Tires, Inc) as well as other markets (retail, consulting, etc.).2 It employed 70 people.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1999Founded1
  • Industryretail1
  • HeadquartersSan Diego1
  • Founded inSan Diego1

BikeBandit is a former motorcycle parts superstore retailer founded in 1999 by successful serial entrepreneur Ken Wahlster. Wahlster sold the company in 2013 and has gone on to open other companies in the motorcycle industry (8 Ball Motorcycle Tires, Inc) as well as other markets (retail, consulting, etc.).2

Timeline

  1. 1999Founded Founded in San Diego1

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