Motorcycles imports in Libya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Libya imported motorcycles worth $6.7 million (612 tonnes). That is 17% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 62% 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 | $6.7M | 612 t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 563 t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 246 t |
| 2021 | $5.7M | 366 t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 262 t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 285 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 337 t |
| 2017 | $226K | 21 t |
Where Libya imports motorcycles from
The largest suppliers were Indonesia (38%), China (22%), Germany (15%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $2.6M | 39% |
| China | $1.5M | 22% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 15% |
| United States | $953K | 14% |
| India | $171K | 2.5% |
| Japan | $154K | 2.3% |
| Canada | $139K | 2.1% |
| Thailand | $50K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $34K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $33K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 8711
| 8711.20 | Motorcycles 50-250cc | 41% |
| 8711.50 | Motorcycles >800cc | 23% |
| 8711.60 | Electric motorcycles | 15% |
| 8711.90 | Motorcycles (other types) | 15% |
| 8711.40 | Motorcycles 500-800cc | 3.1% |
| 8711.30 | Motorcycles 250-500cc | 1.6% |
| 8711.10 | Mopeds <50cc | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8711.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.01 per kg, 26% below the world average of $14.85, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Libya?
The shipment records behind Libya motorcycles imports (HS 8711): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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: Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with an auxiliary motor, with or without side-cars; side-cars.
Common questions
What is the value of motorcycles imported by Libya?
Libya imported motorcycles worth $6.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 612 tonnes. That ranks it 153rd of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycles to Libya?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by China (22%) and Germany (15%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 99% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.01 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $14.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of motorcycles to Libya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $226 thousand in 2017 to $6.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for motorcycles?
The HS code for motorcycles is heading 8711. In Libya the largest six-digit codes were 8711.20 (41% of the value) and 8711.50 (23%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Libya, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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