Product classification
HS code for Sport bike: 8711.30
Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles, fitted with an auxiliary motor, internal combustion piston engine, of cylinder capacity exceeding 250cc but not exceeding 500cc, with or without side-cars, side-cars.
Classification of sport bike under HS 8711.30
Sport bikes with mid-range engine capacities are classified under HS code 8711.30. This classification is determined by the type of propulsion—an internal combustion piston engine—and the specific cylinder capacity. For this code, the displacement must exceed 250cc but not exceed 500cc. The Harmonized System categorizes motorcycles primarily by their engine size because this serves as a proxy for the vehicle's power, value, and intended use. Sport bikes in this category are often marketed as 'entry-level' or 'lightweight' sport motorcycles. The classification remains the same regardless of the bike's aesthetic style (e.g., naked, fully faired, or dual-sport), provided the engine displacement falls within the 251cc to 500cc range.
- Covers
- Motorcycles with 300cc engines
- Sport bikes with 400cc engines
- Standard motorcycles between 250cc and 500cc
- Motorcycles with side-cars within this engine range
- Street bikes with 450cc displacement
- Mid-sized scooters with internal combustion engines over 250cc
- Also under 8711.30
- Kawasaki Ninja 400
- Honda Rebel 500
- KTM 390 Duke
- Royal Enfield Classic 350
- BMW G 310 GS
Codes often confused with 8711.30
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 8711.20, which covers motorcycles with engines between 50cc and 250cc. Conversely, larger sport bikes are often incorrectly placed here when they should be under 8711.40 (500cc to 800cc). Electric motorcycles are also a source of confusion; they must be classified under 8711.60 as they do not possess an internal combustion piston engine. Accurate engine displacement documentation is vital for correct entry.
Top exporters and importers of HS 871130 (the code used for sport bike), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 871130 (the code used for sport bike) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 871130, not only sport bike.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.2B 31% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $571M 15% of world exports
- 3 India $503M 13% of world exports
World total: $3.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $527M 15% of world imports
- 2 Italy $243M 6.8% of world imports
- 3 Spain $222M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $3.6B 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 sport bike
Brazil classifies sport bike under NCM 8711.30.00: HS 8711.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about sport bike
What is the HS code for Sport bike?
The HS code for Sport bike is 871130 (Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with an auxiliary motor, internal combustion piston engine, of cylinder capacity exceeding 250cc but not exceeding 500cc, with or without side-cars; side-cars). The HS code for a sport bike with an internal combustion engine between 250cc and 500cc is 8711.30.
How do I classify Sport bike for customs?
Sport bike is classified under HS code 871130 — Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with an auxiliary motor, internal combustion piston engine, of cylinder capacity exceeding 250cc but not exceeding 500cc, with or without side-cars; side-cars. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include electric sport bikes?
No, electric motorcycles are classified under HS code 8711.60, as they are powered by an electric motor rather than a piston engine.
Which countries are the top exporters of sport bike (HS 871130)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 871130 (the code used for sport bike) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.2B, 31% of world exports), Thailand ($571M) and India ($503M). World exports came to about $3.8B, 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 sport bike (HS 871130)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 871130 (the code used for sport bike) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($527M, 15% of world imports), Italy ($243M) and Spain ($222M). World imports came to about $3.6B, 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 Sport bike the same in all countries?
The base HS code 871130 for Sport bike 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 sport bike in Brazil?
In Brazil, sport bike (HS 871130) is classified under NCM 8711.30.00.