Where performance meets HP's MJF precision
Introduction
Hello, I'm Stefania Minnella, Application Engineer in Italy. Today I'm talking about Fantic Moto and the parts used by this company. Fantic Moto is an Italian company that manufactures motorcycles for racing and serial production. They are passionate about our HP Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) technology because it allows them to produce final parts.
Key Application: Gasoline Vapor Tank
For example, the motorcycle that won this year's team challenges in 2025 includes parts made with HP MJF technology. One key component is the gasoline vapor tank, which collects vapors to prevent environmental hazards. This part is highly complex, featuring an internal labyrinth, and cannot be produced with conventional manufacturing or other 3D printing technologies. Previously, it required multiple components, but HP MJF enables a single, watertight part using PA12 material, produced through Treddy in Italy, with vapor smoothing post-processing for optimal quality.
Other Components and Prototypes
Other components include prototypes for aerodynamic testing and serial production. For instance, a rear component replacing the second passenger seat is currently a prototype but could become a final part. HP MJF is chosen for its accuracy, isotropy, and cost-effectiveness in aerodynamic testing. Another prototype, called “tampone,” is made in TPU and helps riders maintain proper body position during turns. Multiple versions are tested to find the best aerodynamic solution, and this could also become a production part.
Additional Applications
Additional prototypes include a plate under the seat cushion, chosen for stiffness and mechanical properties achievable with HP MJF. The technology offers excellent isotropy and accuracy, making it unmatched for these applications.
Finally, there is a simple part prototype used for trade shows, demonstrating how MJF supports the entire product lifecycle—from prototypes to functional testing and final production.
Abstract:
Visitors at Formnext 2025 had the opportunity to explore the 3D-printed final parts used in the Fantic Moto race bike to enhance fuel recovery and optimize performance. These 3D parts, though not visible on the bike, were displayed separately to highlight their strategic role in competitive motorsports. Functional and aesthetical prototypes for fast iterations were also featured.
Detailed summary:
HP showcased the Fantic Moto bike, a top contender in the Moto2 World Championship. The demo highlighted the strategic use of HP Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) 3D -printed final parts and aesthetical prototypes, produced by Treddy, a service bureau based in Italy.
While the installed components are hidden beneath the fuel tank, HP displayed earlier versions next to the bike, allowing visitors to examine their design and functionality up close.
The featured 3D parts included:
- Final part: Watertight auxiliary tanks designed to recover exhaust vapors and residual fuel, helping improve efficiency and meet racing standards.
- Functional prototype: Codino— the tail section of the bike, replacing the passenger seat during races. This part was used for rapid aerodynamic validation through multiple design iterations.
The components demonstrated the precision, durability, isotropy, watertightness, and performance advantages of HP's MJF technology in high-speed, high-stakes environments like Moto2 racing.
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