HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8711.50 – Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with auxiliary motor, with internal combustion piston engine of a cylinder capacity exceeding 800cc, with or without side-cars; side-cars
HS code 8711.50 is the 6-digit subheading for motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles, fitted with auxiliary motor, with internal combustion piston engine of a cylinder capacity exceeding 800cc, with or without side-cars, side-cars. It is used for heavy cruiser motorcycles, super sport bikes, grand touring motorcycles, adventure bikes and luxury touring motorcycles.
What HS 8711.50 covers
This HS code encompasses motorcycles and mopeds fitted with an internal combustion piston engine exceeding 800cc cylinder capacity, including those with sidecars. This segment represents the high-end, luxury, and performance-oriented part of the motorcycle market, catering to enthusiasts, long-distance touring riders, and those seeking maximum power and prestige. Trade in these machines is robust among affluent economies, with major importers including the United States, Canada, and Western European countries. Leading exporters are nations renowned for premium motorcycle manufacturing, such as the USA, Germany, and Italy. Key aspects include advanced technology integration, strong brand heritage, and the impact of luxury taxes and import duties in various markets.
- Covers
- Heavy cruiser motorcycles
- Super sport bikes
- Grand touring motorcycles
- Adventure bikes
- Luxury touring motorcycles
- Examples
- Harley-Davidson Street Glide
- BMW R 1250 GS
- Ducati Panigale V4
- Honda Gold Wing
- Triumph Rocket 3
Codes often confused with 8711.50
Common mistake. Misclassification can occur with 871140 (500-800cc) if the engine capacity is not precisely determined. The 'exceeding 800cc' threshold is the critical distinction.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 871150, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 871150 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $2.0B 27% of world exports
- 2 Japan $1.6B 22% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $1.1B 15% of world exports
World total: $7.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $962M 14% of world imports
- 2 France $722M 10% of world imports
- 3 Italy $557M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $7.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 8711.50
Brazil does not split HS 8711.50: its NCM code is 8711.50.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 87.11 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8711.50
What is HS code 871150?
HS code 871150 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with auxiliary motor, with internal combustion piston engine of a cylinder capacity exceeding 800cc, with or without side-cars; side-cars. This HS code encompasses motorcycles and mopeds fitted with an internal combustion piston engine exceeding 800cc cylinder capacity, including those with sidecars. This segment represents the high-end, luxury, and performance-oriented part of the motorcycle market, catering to enthusiasts, long-distance touring riders, and those seeking maximum power and prestige. Trade in these machines is robust among affluent economies, with major importers including the United States, Canada, and Western European countries. Leading exporters are nations renowned for premium motorcycle manufacturing, such as the USA, Germany, and Italy. Key aspects include advanced technology integration, strong brand heritage, and the impact of luxury taxes and import duties in various markets.
What products fall under HS code 871150?
Heavy cruiser motorcycles, super sport bikes, grand touring motorcycles, adventure bikes, luxury touring motorcycles
What are common misclassifications for HS code 871150?
Misclassification can occur with 871140 (500-800cc) if the engine capacity is not precisely determined. The 'exceeding 800cc' threshold is the critical distinction.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 871150?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 871150 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($2.0B, 27% of world exports), Japan ($1.6B) and Thailand ($1.1B). World exports came to about $7.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 871150?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 871150 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($962M, 14% of world imports), France ($722M) and Italy ($557M). World imports came to about $7.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 871150 structured?
HS code 871150 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (87) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (50) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 871150?
In Brazil, HS code 871150 is NCM 8711.50.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.