Motorbike and scooter sales for October were up four percent from the same month last year, according to the Motor Cycle Industry Association.
This figure contrasts sharply with the 23 percent decline in car sales.
A total of 11,408 mopeds, scooters and motorcycles were registered in October.
Nearly all categories of motorcycles showed gains and there were increases across most engine capacities.
MCI acting chief-executive Steve Kenward said: "The motorcycle industry is not immune to the economic downturn but the resilience of the market this year reinforces the fact that motorcycles and scooters are more relevant than ever."
Britains best selling bike in October was Suzuki's GSX-R1000 sports flagship with 181 new registrations, just ahead of the Yamaha YBR125 commuter's 177.
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