Motorcycle and bicycle parts imports in Rwanda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Rwanda imported motorcycle and bicycle parts worth $4.7 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 15% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $6.2 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 | $4.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $5.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 354 t |
Where Rwanda imports motorcycle and bicycle parts from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 69% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.3M | 69% |
| China | $1.2M | 26% |
| Kenya | $81K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $51K | 1.1% |
| Uganda | $46K | 1% |
| United States | $22K | 0.5% |
| Sweden | $19K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8714
| 8714.10 | Motorcycle parts | 36% |
| 8714.99 | Bicycle parts (other) | 16% |
| 8714.96 | Bicycle pedals and cranks | 13% |
| 8714.91 | Bicycle frames and forks | 13% |
| 8714.93 | Bicycle hubs and sprockets | 11% |
| 8714.92 | Bicycle wheels and rims | 6.9% |
| 8714.94 | Bicycle brakes | 2.6% |
| 8714.95 | Bicycle saddles | 1.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8714.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.66 per kg, 75% 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 Rwanda
Exports of motorcycle and bicycle parts by Rwanda reached $206 thousand in 2024 (6 tonnes). Kenya alone took 65% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+500% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $134K | 65% |
| United Kingdom | $66K | 32% |
| Tanzania | $4K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $3K | 1.5% |
| Canada | $0K | 0.1% |
| Singapore | $0K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Rwanda?
The shipment records behind Rwanda 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 Rwanda?
Rwanda imported motorcycle and bicycle parts worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 130th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycle and bicycle parts to Rwanda?
India was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by China (26%) and Kenya (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 167% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycle and bicycle parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.66 per kg in 2024, 75% 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 Rwanda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, an increase of 151%. The peak was 2022 at $6.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does Rwanda also export motorcycle and bicycle parts?
Yes. Rwanda exported $206 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, the United Kingdom and Tanzania. On balance Rwanda is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 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 Rwanda the largest six-digit codes were 8714.10 (35% of the value) and 8714.99 (16%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Rwanda. Tell us your product to see it live.
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