Motorcycles >800cc imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of motorcycles >800cc by Kuwait reached $6.4 million in 2024 (157 tonnes). Value fell 43% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $11.2 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 | $6.4M | 157 t |
| 2023 | $11.2M | 290 t |
| 2022 | $8.3M | 200 t |
| 2021 | $6.5M | 119 t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 132 t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 195 t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 133 t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 130 t |
Where Kuwait imports motorcycles >800cc from
Most of the value came from Germany (34%), Japan (24%), Italy (16%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.1M | 34% |
| Japan | $1.5M | 24% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 16% |
| China | $991K | 16% |
| United States | $313K | 4.9% |
| Austria | $250K | 3.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $42K | 0.7% |
| Poland | $30K | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $12K | 0.2% |
| Morocco | $10K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.71 per kg, close to the world average of $48.54.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Motorcycles >800cc exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported motorcycles >800cc worth $292 thousand (14 tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (46%), Saudi Arabia (18%), Bahrain (15%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+661% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $135K | 46% |
| Saudi Arabia | $53K | 18% |
| Bahrain | $43K | 15% |
| Jordan | $11K | 3.7% |
| Qatar | $10K | 3.5% |
| Lebanon | $7K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $7K | 2.2% |
| New Zealand | $7K | 2.2% |
| Spain | $6K | 2.1% |
| Norway | $5K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait motorcycles >800cc imports (HS 8711.50): 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 8711.50: Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles: fitted with auxiliary motor, with reciprocating internal combustion piston engine of a cylinder capacity exceeding 800cc, with or without side-cars: side-cars.
Common questions
What is the value of motorcycles >800cc imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported motorcycles >800cc worth $6.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 157 tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 186 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycles >800cc to Kuwait?
Germany was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Japan (24%) and Italy (16%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 54% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycles >800cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.71 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $48.54 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of motorcycles >800cc to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $6.4 million in 2024, an increase of 13%. The peak was 2023 at $11.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.8 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export motorcycles >800cc?
Yes. Kuwait exported $292 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $6.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for motorcycles >800cc?
The HS code for motorcycles >800cc is subheading 8711.50. 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.
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