Electric motorcycles imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported electric motorcycles worth $6.6 million (665 tonnes). That is 30% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 57% 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 | $6.6M | 665 t |
| 2023 | $5.1M | 389 t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 65 t |
| 2021 | $613K | 23 t |
| 2020 | $90K | 10 t |
| 2019 | $186K | 56 t |
| 2018 | $345K | 8 t |
| 2017 | $276K | 5 t |
Where Kenya imports electric motorcycles from
The largest suppliers were China (38%), India (31%), Rwanda (27%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+272% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 39% |
| India | $2.1M | 31% |
| Rwanda | $1.8M | 27% |
| United Kingdom | $142K | 2.1% |
| Taiwan | $42K | 0.6% |
| South Africa | $13K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $12K | 0.2% |
| United States | $7K | 0.1% |
| Mauritius | $7K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.96 per kg, 57% below the world average of $23.14, 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.
Electric motorcycles exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported electric motorcycles worth $483 thousand (79 tonnes). Uganda alone took 94% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $453K | 94% |
| Rwanda | $12K | 2.4% |
| Burundi | $11K | 2.2% |
| United States | $4K | 0.9% |
| Tanzania | $4K | 0.8% |
| Seychelles | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya electric motorcycles imports (HS 8711.60): 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 8711.60: Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles: fitted with auxiliary motor, with electric motor for propulsion, with or without side-cars: side-cars.
Common questions
What is the value of electric motorcycles imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported electric motorcycles worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 665 tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric motorcycles to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by India (31%) and Rwanda (27%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 272% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric motorcycles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.96 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $23.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electric motorcycles to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $276 thousand in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
Does Kenya also export electric motorcycles?
Yes. Kenya exported $483 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $6.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric motorcycles?
The HS code for electric motorcycles is subheading 8711.60. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8711 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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