Motorcycle and bicycle parts imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of motorcycle and bicycle parts by Ghana reached $189.6 million in 2024 (47.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 117% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $189.6M | 47.7K t |
| 2023 | $87.3M | 22.0K t |
| 2022 | $71.9M | 17.8K t |
| 2021 | $62.5M | 23.0K t |
| 2020 | $148.5M | 42.4K t |
| 2019 | $28.9M | 11.0K t |
| 2018 | $24.8M | 9.3K t |
| 2017 | $86.1M | 22.8K t |
Where Ghana imports motorcycle and bicycle parts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 97% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $183.8M | 97% |
| India | $2.8M | 1.5% |
| Togo | $1.7M | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $719K | 0.4% |
| Thailand | $132K | 0.1% |
| United States | $101K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $93K | 0.1% |
| Egypt | $76K | 0% |
| Spain | $58K | 0% |
| Taiwan | $49K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8714
| 8714.10 | Motorcycle parts | 90% |
| 8714.99 | Bicycle parts (other) | 6% |
| 8714.95 | Bicycle saddles | 1.2% |
| 8714.96 | Bicycle pedals and cranks | 0.8% |
| 8714.91 | Bicycle frames and forks | 0.7% |
| 8714.92 | Bicycle wheels and rims | 0.5% |
| 8714.93 | Bicycle hubs and sprockets | 0.5% |
| 8714.94 | Bicycle brakes | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8714.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.97 per kg, 63% below the world average of $10.71, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Motorcycle and bicycle parts exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported motorcycle and bicycle parts worth $433 thousand (75 tonnes). Germany alone took 83% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $361K | 83% |
| Burkina Faso | $41K | 9.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $27K | 6.3% |
| Canada | $4K | 0.8% |
| Singapore | $1K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0.1% |
| Niger | $0K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana motorcycle and bicycle parts imports (HS 8714): 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 8714: Vehicles; parts and accessories of heading no. 8711 to 8713.
Common questions
What is the value of motorcycle and bicycle parts imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported motorcycle and bicycle parts worth $189.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 47.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 117% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycle and bicycle parts to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($183.8 million), followed by India (1%) and Togo (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 151% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycle and bicycle parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.97 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $10.71 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of motorcycle and bicycle parts to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $86.1 million in 2017 to $189.6 million in 2024, an increase of 120%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $87.5 million a year.
Does Ghana also export motorcycle and bicycle parts?
Yes. Ghana exported $433 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Burkina Faso and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $189.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for motorcycle and bicycle parts?
The HS code for motorcycle and bicycle parts is heading 8714. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 8714.10 (90% of the value) and 8714.99 (6%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Ghana. Tell us your product to see it live.
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