Motorcycles >800cc imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported motorcycles >800cc worth $62.4 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 43% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $62.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $43.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $28.5M | 939 t |
| 2021 | $23.3M | 531 t |
| 2020 | $17.0M | 370 t |
| 2019 | $18.7M | 348 t |
| 2018 | $17.3M | 489 t |
| 2017 | $16.9M | 322 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports motorcycles >800cc from
Japan alone supplied 59% of it. Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+178% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $36.9M | 59% |
| Germany | $11.5M | 18% |
| United States | $5.5M | 8.8% |
| Italy | $4.6M | 7.3% |
| Austria | $848K | 1.4% |
| South Africa | $507K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $490K | 0.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $464K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $363K | 0.6% |
| Australia | $205K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $57.05 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 the United Arab Emirates
Exports of motorcycles >800cc by the United Arab Emirates reached $601 thousand in 2024 (13 tonnes). Most of it went to Egypt (26%), Angola (20%), Kyrgyzstan (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Kyrgyzstan grew fastest (+684% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $158K | 26% |
| Angola | $118K | 20% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $84K | 14% |
| Australia | $53K | 8.8% |
| United Kingdom | $36K | 6% |
| Spain | $29K | 4.8% |
| Seychelles | $25K | 4.2% |
| France | $22K | 3.6% |
| Morocco | $17K | 2.9% |
| South Africa | $16K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates 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 the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported motorcycles >800cc worth $62.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 186 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycles >800cc to the United Arab Emirates?
Japan was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($36.9 million), followed by Germany (18%) and the United States (9%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 570% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycles >800cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $57.05 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $48.54 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of motorcycles >800cc to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.9 million in 2017 to $62.4 million in 2024, an increase of 270%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $28.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export motorcycles >800cc?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $601 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Angola and Kyrgyzstan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $61.8 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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