Motorcycle and bicycle parts imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of motorcycle and bicycle parts by South Africa reached $36.9 million in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $56.5 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 | $36.9M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $37.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $50.7M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $45.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $32.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $43.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $52.1M | 4.3K t |
| 2017 | $56.5M | 6.3K t |
Where South Africa imports motorcycle and bicycle parts from
The largest suppliers were China (32%), Taiwan (27%), Italy (6%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.9M | 32% |
| Taiwan | $9.9M | 27% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 6.5% |
| United States | $2.0M | 5.3% |
| India | $1.8M | 4.8% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 4.7% |
| Japan | $1.4M | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $923K | 2.5% |
| Spain | $580K | 1.6% |
| Austria | $445K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 8714
| 8714.10 | Motorcycles (including mopeds): parts and accessories | 32% |
| 8714.99 | Cycles: parts thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 8714.9 | 21% |
| 8714.91 | Cycles: frames and forks, and parts thereof | 16% |
| 8714.92 | Cycles: parts thereof, wheel rims and spokes | 8.9% |
| 8714.94 | Cycles: parts thereof, brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and parts thereof | 7.3% |
| 8714.20 | Carriages for disabled persons: parts and accessories thereof | 6.9% |
| 8714.96 | Cycles: parts, pedals and crank-gear, and parts thereof | 4.9% |
| 8714.93 | Cycles: parts thereof, hubs (other than coaster braking hubs and hub brakes) and free-wheel sprocket-wheels | 2.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8714.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.93 per kg, close to the world average of $10.71.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Motorcycle and bicycle parts exports from South Africa
Exports of motorcycle and bicycle parts by South Africa reached $10.2 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to United States (22%), Namibia (14%), Italy (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.3M | 22% |
| Namibia | $1.4M | 14% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $755K | 7.4% |
| Botswana | $367K | 3.6% |
| Lesotho | $364K | 3.6% |
| Germany | $272K | 2.7% |
| Zambia | $260K | 2.6% |
| Eswatini | $252K | 2.5% |
| Singapore | $208K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 South Africa?
South Africa imported motorcycle and bicycle parts worth $36.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycle and bicycle parts to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($11.9 million), followed by Taiwan (27%) and Italy (6%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 95 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 27% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycle and bicycle parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.93 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $10.71 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of motorcycle and bicycle parts to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $56.5 million in 2017 to $36.9 million in 2024, a fall of 35%. The peak was 2017 at $56.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export motorcycle and bicycle parts?
Yes. South Africa exported $10.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Namibia and Italy. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $26.8 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 South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 8714.10 (31% of the value) and 8714.99 (20%). 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 8714 page.
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