Motorcycle and bicycle parts imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $39.0 million of motorcycle and bicycle parts in 2024 (13.2 thousand tonnes). That is 7% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $59.2 million.
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 | $39.0M | 13.2K t |
| 2023 | $36.3M | 10.9K t |
| 2022 | $43.2M | 12.5K t |
| 2021 | $39.3M | 14.3K t |
| 2020 | $35.9M | 14.9K t |
| 2019 | $21.6M | 11.2K t |
| 2018 | $54.5M | 21.6K t |
| 2017 | $59.2M | 15.5K t |
Where Kenya imports motorcycle and bicycle parts from
China alone supplied 80% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $31.1M | 80% |
| India | $5.6M | 15% |
| Uganda | $679K | 1.7% |
| Egypt | $494K | 1.3% |
| Japan | $297K | 0.8% |
| Rwanda | $134K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $88K | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | $72K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $63K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $60K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 8714
| 8714.10 | Motorcycle parts | 79% |
| 8714.99 | Bicycle parts (other) | 10% |
| 8714.92 | Bicycle wheels and rims | 2.8% |
| 8714.94 | Bicycle brakes | 2.3% |
| 8714.93 | Bicycle hubs and sprockets | 2% |
| 8714.91 | Bicycle frames and forks | 1.5% |
| 8714.96 | Bicycle pedals and cranks | 1.4% |
| 8714.95 | Bicycle saddles | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8714.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.95 per kg, 72% 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 Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported motorcycle and bicycle parts worth $880 thousand (1.1 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were DR Congo (31%), Somalia (20%), Uganda (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+349% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $271K | 31% |
| Somalia | $175K | 20% |
| Uganda | $132K | 15% |
| Djibouti | $130K | 15% |
| Rwanda | $81K | 9.2% |
| Tanzania | $40K | 4.5% |
| South Africa | $27K | 3.1% |
| South Sudan | $12K | 1.4% |
| Nigeria | $3K | 0.4% |
| Ethiopia | $3K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya 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 Kenya?
Kenya imported motorcycle and bicycle parts worth $39.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycle and bicycle parts to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($31.1 million), followed by India (14%) and Uganda (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. Rwanda grew fastest among the top ten, up 500% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycle and bicycle parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.95 per kg in 2024, 72% below the world average of $10.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of motorcycle and bicycle parts to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $59.2 million in 2017 to $39.0 million in 2024, a fall of 34%. The peak was 2017 at $59.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $41.1 million a year.
Does Kenya also export motorcycle and bicycle parts?
Yes. Kenya exported $880 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Somalia and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $38.1 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 Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 8714.10 (79% of the value) and 8714.99 (10%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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