Product classification
HS code for Electric motorcycle: 8711.60
Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles, fitted with auxiliary motor, with electric motor for propulsion, with or without side-cars, side-cars.
Classification of electric motorcycle under HS 8711.60
The classification of electric motorcycles under HS code 871160 is a result of the evolution of the Harmonized System to accommodate modern electric vehicle technology. Under GRI 1, motorcycles are categorized in heading 8711, which covers motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles fitted with an auxiliary motor. Historically, this heading was divided based on the cylinder capacity of internal combustion engines. However, with the 2017 and 2022 updates to the HS nomenclature, subheading 871160 was established to specifically capture cycles fitted with an electric motor for propulsion. This code applies to vehicles designed for road use that possess the essential characteristics of a motorcycle, including a frame, two wheels, and a motor-driven drivetrain. The classification is based on the presence of the electric motor as the primary source of power, regardless of the wattage or the maximum speed of the vehicle, provided it is not designed as a toy. It also includes electric scooters and mopeds that meet the criteria for road-going vehicles. The legal notes for Chapter 87 emphasize that the propulsion method is the primary determinant for subheading selection within this category.
- Covers
- Electric street motorcycles
- Electric scooters and mopeds
- Electric dirt bikes (off-road motorcycles)
- Electric delivery three-wheelers (motorcycle style)
- Pedal-assist cycles with high-wattage motors (depending on local power limits)
- Also under 8711.60
- Zero SR/F
- LiveWire One
- Super Soco TC Max
- NIU MQi GT
- Energica Ego+
Codes often confused with 8711.60
Common mistake. Electric motorcycles are often misclassified under HS codes 871110 through 871150, which are strictly for internal combustion engine cycles. They are also confused with HS code 871200, which covers non-motorized bicycles. Another frequent error involves HS code 950300, which is for toys; if an electric motorcycle is designed for children and lacks the safety and mechanical features of a road vehicle, it may be classified as a toy rather than a vehicle of heading 8711.
Top exporters and importers of HS 871160 (the code used for electric motorcycle), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 871160 (the code used for electric motorcycle) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 46% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 17% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 871160, not only electric motorcycle.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $6.8B 46% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.5B 10% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $1.3B 8.5% of world exports
World total: $14.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $1.7B 17% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $1.2B 12% of world imports
- 3 United States $884M 8.7% of world imports
World total: $10.1B 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 electric motorcycle
Brazil classifies electric motorcycle under NCM 8711.60.00: HS 8711.60 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about electric motorcycle
What is the HS code for Electric motorcycle?
The HS code for Electric motorcycle is 871160 (Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with auxiliary motor, with electric motor for propulsion, with or without side-cars; side-cars). The HS code for motorcycles and cycles fitted with an electric motor for propulsion is 871160.
How do I classify Electric motorcycle for customs?
Electric motorcycle is classified under HS code 871160 — Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with auxiliary motor, with electric motor for propulsion, with or without side-cars; side-cars. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are electric bicycles (e-bikes) included in this code?
Yes, most electric bicycles and pedal-assist cycles are classified under 871160, though some jurisdictions may apply specific sub-divisions based on motor wattage.
Which countries are the top exporters of electric motorcycle (HS 871160)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 871160 (the code used for electric motorcycle) in UN Comtrade data were China ($6.8B, 46% of world exports), Germany ($1.5B) and the Netherlands ($1.3B). World exports came to about $14.8B, 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 electric motorcycle (HS 871160)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 871160 (the code used for electric motorcycle) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.7B, 17% of world imports), the Netherlands ($1.2B) and the United States ($884M). World imports came to about $10.1B, 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.
Is the HS code for Electric motorcycle the same in all countries?
The base HS code 871160 for Electric motorcycle is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for electric motorcycle in Brazil?
In Brazil, electric motorcycle (HS 871160) is classified under NCM 8711.60.00.