Motorcycles imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported motorcycles worth $405.6 million (90.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 8% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $678.5 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 | $405.6M | 90.1K t |
| 2023 | $441.2M | 94.4K t |
| 2022 | $550.7M | 73.9K t |
| 2021 | $678.5M | 76.9K t |
| 2020 | $506.6M | 64.3K t |
| 2019 | $592.2M | 42.3K t |
| 2018 | $430.7M | 130.2K t |
| 2017 | $245.4M | 11.2K t |
Where Nigeria imports motorcycles from
Most of the value came from India (45%), China (44%), Japan (4%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+53% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $182.0M | 45% |
| China | $179.7M | 44% |
| Japan | $17.1M | 4.2% |
| Indonesia | $15.4M | 3.8% |
| United States | $7.0M | 1.7% |
| Taiwan | $1.2M | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $962K | 0.2% |
| Hong Kong | $734K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $675K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $257K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 8711
| 8711.20 | Motorcycles 50-250cc | 93% |
| 8711.90 | Motorcycles (other types) | 2.8% |
| 8711.60 | Electric motorcycles | 1.9% |
| 8711.10 | Mopeds <50cc | 1.6% |
| 8711.30 | Motorcycles 250-500cc | 1.1% |
| 8711.50 | Motorcycles >800cc | 0.2% |
| 8711.40 | Motorcycles 500-800cc | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8711.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.50 per kg, 70% 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.
Motorcycles exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported motorcycles worth $966 thousand (2.1 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Niger accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Niger grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $657K | 68% |
| Benin | $156K | 16% |
| Central African Republic | $114K | 12% |
| Togo | $14K | 1.5% |
| Egypt | $8K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0.8% |
| India | $6K | 0.7% |
| Gambia | $4K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
| Guyana | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria motorcycles imports (HS 8711): 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: 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 Nigeria?
Nigeria imported motorcycles worth $405.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 90.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 221 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycles to Nigeria?
India was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($182.0 million), followed by China (44%) and Japan (4%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 247% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.50 per kg in 2024, 70% below the world average of $14.85 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 to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $245.4 million in 2017 to $405.6 million in 2024, an increase of 65%. The peak was 2021 at $678.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $481.4 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export motorcycles?
Yes. Nigeria exported $966 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, Benin and the Central African Republic. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $404.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for motorcycles?
The HS code for motorcycles is heading 8711. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 8711.20 (92% of the value) and 8711.90 (3%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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