Motorcycles >800cc imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $21.3 million of motorcycles >800cc in 2024 (615 tonnes). That is 8% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $21.3M | 615 t |
| 2023 | $23.1M | 621 t |
| 2022 | $17.6M | 490 t |
| 2021 | $14.7M | 338 t |
| 2020 | $13.3M | 567 t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 199 t |
| 2018 | $11.9M | 296 t |
| 2017 | $9.3M | 203 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports motorcycles >800cc from
Most of the value came from United States (32%), Japan (28%), Germany (25%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+99% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $6.8M | 32% |
| Japan | $6.0M | 28% |
| Germany | $5.2M | 25% |
| China | $1.5M | 7% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 4.9% |
| Canada | $331K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $76K | 0.4% |
| Kuwait | $53K | 0.3% |
| Bahrain | $53K | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $29K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.54 per kg, 29% below the world average of $48.54, 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 >800cc exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported motorcycles >800cc worth $578 thousand (52 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 80% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $464K | 80% |
| Kuwait | $42K | 7.3% |
| Bahrain | $31K | 5.4% |
| Morocco | $25K | 4.4% |
| Qatar | $16K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported motorcycles >800cc worth $21.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 615 tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 186 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycles >800cc to Saudi Arabia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($6.8 million), followed by Japan (28%) and Germany (25%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 466% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycles >800cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $34.54 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $48.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of motorcycles >800cc to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.3 million in 2017 to $21.3 million in 2024, an increase of 128%. The peak was 2023 at $23.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export motorcycles >800cc?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $578 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Bahrain. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $20.7 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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