Motorcycle and bicycle parts imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $149.5 million of motorcycle and bicycle parts in 2024 (49.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 22% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $220.1 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 | $149.5M | 49.3K t |
| 2023 | $192.9M | 52.9K t |
| 2022 | $177.5M | 51.7K t |
| 2021 | $220.1M | 71.7K t |
| 2020 | $179.3M | 63.0K t |
| 2019 | $155.4M | 66.9K t |
| 2018 | $159.0M | 60.0K t |
| 2017 | $187.4M | 58.1K t |
Where Nigeria imports motorcycle and bicycle parts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+137% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $125.6M | 84% |
| India | $10.8M | 7.3% |
| South Korea | $8.7M | 5.9% |
| Austria | $1.7M | 1.1% |
| Taiwan | $767K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $411K | 0.3% |
| Indonesia | $265K | 0.2% |
| Thailand | $210K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $197K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $154K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 8714
| 8714.10 | Motorcycle parts | 91% |
| 8714.99 | Bicycle parts (other) | 3.7% |
| 8714.93 | Bicycle hubs and sprockets | 2.3% |
| 8714.92 | Bicycle wheels and rims | 1.1% |
| 8714.96 | Bicycle pedals and cranks | 0.9% |
| 8714.94 | Bicycle brakes | 0.7% |
| 8714.91 | Bicycle frames and forks | 0.5% |
| 8714.95 | Bicycle saddles | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8714.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.03 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 Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported motorcycle and bicycle parts worth $341 thousand (657 tonnes). Most of it went to Niger (44%), Benin (26%), Burkina Faso (20%). Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $152K | 45% |
| Benin | $87K | 26% |
| Burkina Faso | $68K | 20% |
| Malawi | $10K | 2.9% |
| Gambia | $8K | 2.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $4K | 1.1% |
| Angola | $4K | 1.1% |
| China | $2K | 0.6% |
| Uganda | $2K | 0.6% |
| Togo | $2K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria 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 Nigeria?
Nigeria imported motorcycle and bicycle parts worth $149.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 49.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycle and bicycle parts to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($125.6 million), followed by India (7%) and South Korea (6%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 538% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycle and bicycle parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.03 per kg in 2024, 72% 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 Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $187.4 million in 2017 to $149.5 million in 2024, a fall of 20%. The peak was 2021 at $220.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $177.6 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export motorcycle and bicycle parts?
Yes. Nigeria exported $341 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, Benin and Burkina Faso. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $149.2 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 Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 8714.10 (91% of the value) and 8714.99 (4%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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