Motorcycles >800cc imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of motorcycles >800cc by South Africa reached $34.0 million in 2024 (614 tonnes). Value rose 33% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $50.1 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 | $34.0M | 614 t |
| 2023 | $25.5M | 541 t |
| 2022 | $36.8M | 834 t |
| 2021 | $38.0M | 826 t |
| 2020 | $20.0M | 471 t |
| 2019 | $38.8M | 937 t |
| 2018 | $31.1M | 703 t |
| 2017 | $50.1M | 1.3K t |
Where South Africa imports motorcycles >800cc from
Germany alone supplied 63% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+111% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $21.5M | 63% |
| Austria | $3.7M | 11% |
| United States | $3.3M | 9.7% |
| Japan | $2.2M | 6.5% |
| Thailand | $1.9M | 5.6% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 3.4% |
| Canada | $51K | 0.2% |
| Tanzania | $46K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $32K | 0.1% |
| Poland | $29K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $55.32 per kg, close to the world average of $48.54.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Motorcycles >800cc exports from South Africa
Exports of motorcycles >800cc by South Africa reached $9.2 million in 2024 (188 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kyrgyzstan (47%), Belgium (15%), Zimbabwe (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Kyrgyzstan grew fastest (+570% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kyrgyzstan | $4.3M | 47% |
| Belgium | $1.4M | 15% |
| Zimbabwe | $719K | 7.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $507K | 5.5% |
| Namibia | $343K | 3.8% |
| Zambia | $334K | 3.7% |
| Malaysia | $271K | 3% |
| Indonesia | $195K | 2.1% |
| Vietnam | $124K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $110K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa 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 South Africa?
South Africa imported motorcycles >800cc worth $34.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 614 tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 186 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycles >800cc to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($21.5 million), followed by Austria (11%) and the United States (10%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 111% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycles >800cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $55.32 per kg in 2024, 14% above 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 South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $50.1 million in 2017 to $34.0 million in 2024, a fall of 32%. The peak was 2017 at $50.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export motorcycles >800cc?
Yes. South Africa exported $9.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kyrgyzstan, Belgium and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $24.8 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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