MBA Capital Caen has orchestrated the successful divestment of YC's distribution branch to Julien Huan and Nicolas Auneau, empowering the new owners to focus on advancing the established minimoto business in France and Belgium.

Target Company Overview

MBA Capital Caen has successfully facilitated the divestment of the distribution branch of YC, the exclusive distributor of YCF minimotos in France and Belgium. This transaction highlights the firm’s expertise in structuring and managing partial business transmissions in challenging environments, where the focus extends beyond mere company sales to the valuation of specific segments and the continuity of brand identity.

Founded in 2004 by motocross enthusiast Yannick Coquard, YC has established itself as the leading distributor of non-road legal minimotos (including dirt bikes and pit bikes) and YCF parts and accessories in France and Belgium. The company’s international expansion is supported by a dual-structure approach, with a design and distribution office in France and a production unit in Hong Kong operated through Racing Motor Development (RMD). YC’s minimotos are now available in 18 countries worldwide.

Industry Overview in France and Belgium

The minimoto industry in France and Belgium has seen significant growth over the past years, driven by increasing recreational interest in motorsports and a strong youth market. The rise of motocross and associated activities has catalyz