Motorcycles 250-500cc imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $631.5 million of motorcycles 250-500cc in 2024 (27.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 199 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 5% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $631.5M | 27.8K t |
| 2023 | $600.8M | 24.6K t |
| 2022 | $653.3M | 27.4K t |
| 2021 | $494.2M | 19.8K t |
| 2020 | $335.0M | 14.4K t |
| 2019 | $334.3M | 14.6K t |
| 2018 | $431.0M | 18.0K t |
| 2017 | $339.3M | 15.1K t |
Where the United States imports motorcycles 250-500cc from
The largest suppliers were Thailand (34%), Austria (25%), Japan (19%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $212.9M | 34% |
| Austria | $155.5M | 25% |
| Japan | $121.6M | 19% |
| India | $54.6M | 8.7% |
| Italy | $32.2M | 5.1% |
| Indonesia | $30.1M | 4.8% |
| China | $17.1M | 2.7% |
| Spain | $2.5M | 0.4% |
| France | $2.2M | 0.4% |
| Canada | $1.1M | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.71 per kg, close to the world average of $20.98.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Motorcycles 250-500cc exports from the United States
The United States exported $24.2 million of motorcycles 250-500cc in 2024 (785 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (10%), Turkey (8%), Mexico (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 25%. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+707% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $2.4M | 10% |
| Turkey | $1.9M | 7.8% |
| Mexico | $1.8M | 7.5% |
| Egypt | $1.8M | 7.3% |
| Poland | $1.6M | 6.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.5M | 6.1% |
| Slovakia | $1.3M | 5.6% |
| Canada | $1.0M | 4.2% |
| Netherlands | $932K | 3.9% |
| Georgia | $914K | 3.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States motorcycles 250-500cc imports (HS 8711.30): 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 8711.30: Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles: fitted with an auxiliary motor, reciprocating internal combustion piston engine, of cylinder capacity exceeding 250cc but not exceeding 500cc, with or without side-cars: side-cars.
Common questions
What is the value of motorcycles 250-500cc imported by the United States?
The United States imported motorcycles 250-500cc worth $631.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 199 countries worldwide, with 18% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycles 250-500cc to the United States?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($212.9 million), followed by Austria (25%) and Japan (19%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 38% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycles 250-500cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.71 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $20.98 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of motorcycles 250-500cc to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $339.3 million in 2017 to $631.5 million in 2024, an increase of 86%. The peak was 2022 at $653.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $477.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export motorcycles 250-500cc?
Yes. The United States exported $24.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $607.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for motorcycles 250-500cc?
The HS code for motorcycles 250-500cc is subheading 8711.30. 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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