Motorcycles (other types) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in motorcycles (other types) was worth $254.2 million in 2024, about 31.8 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 48% since 2017, and down 88% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $254.2M | 31.8K t |
| 2023 | $2.04B | 94.0K t |
| 2022 | $607.1M | 37.9K t |
| 2021 | $454.4M | 33.4K t |
| 2020 | $395.0M | 34.0K t |
| 2019 | $463.7M | 35.1K t |
| 2018 | $460.7M | 30.9K t |
| 2017 | $488.0M | 26.6K t |
Top motorcycles (other types) exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 19% of world exports, followed by Thailand and Indonesia. The top three supply 45% between them, out of 115 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $47.1M | 19% |
| Thailand | $40.4M | 16% |
| Indonesia | $27.0M | 11% |
| United States | $19.4M | 7.6% |
| Netherlands | $18.1M | 7.1% |
| Taiwan | $13.7M | 5.4% |
| Italy | $13.2M | 5.2% |
| Japan | $12.6M | 5% |
| France | $9.4M | 3.7% |
| Czech Republic | $8.8M | 3.5% |
| United Kingdom | $7.5M | 2.9% |
| Spain | $5.0M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the Netherlands (10%), the Philippines (10%) and Iran (7%). 194 countries imported it, and the top three take 27% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $25.1M | 9.9% |
| Philippines | $24.8M | 9.8% |
| Iran | $17.9M | 7.1% |
| United States | $12.3M | 4.8% |
| Nigeria | $11.3M | 4.4% |
| Belgium | $10.8M | 4.2% |
| Italy | $10.4M | 4.1% |
| France | $9.0M | 3.6% |
| Germany | $7.9M | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $7.6M | 3% |
| Canada | $7.0M | 2.8% |
| Spain | $6.3M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $8.00 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $41.36 per kg and Japan $1.02 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Motorcycles (other types) (HS 8711.90) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8711.90: Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles: n.e.c. in heading no. 8711, fitted with auxiliary motor, with or without side-cars: side-cars. HS 8711 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most motorcycles (other types)?
China exported $47.1 million in 2024, 19% of the world total, followed by Thailand (16%) and Indonesia (11%). In all, 115 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most motorcycles (other types)?
The Netherlands imported $25.1 million in 2024, 10% of world imports, ahead of the Philippines (10%) and Iran (7%). The top three importers together take 27%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in motorcycles (other types)?
It was worth $254.2 million in 2024, about 31.8 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 48% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $2.04 billion. 115 countries reported exports and 194 reported imports.
What is the average price of motorcycles (other types) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $8.00 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $41.36 per kg and Japan $1.02 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for motorcycles (other types)?
The HS code for motorcycles (other types) is subheading 8711.90, in chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8711 page.
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