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SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of motorcycles with reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity 50–250 cc (SITC 78513) totaled $30.7M in April 2026, traded with 20 countries.
Importers of Motorcycles with Reciprocating Piston Engine, Cylinder Capacity 50–250 cc paid $3.5M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 12% on $30.3M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Motorcycles with Reciprocating Piston Engine, Cylinder Capacity 50–250 cc imports of $30.7M in April 2026 ran 21% above the year-to-date monthly average of $25.3M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataMotorcycles in the 50–250 cc displacement band represent a commercially significant commuter and entry-level sport segment, widely sourced from Asian manufacturing hubs. The displacement range — strictly above 50 cc and not exceeding 250 cc — must be confirmed by manufacturer documentation, as the boundary with the sub-50 cc and 250–500 cc categories carries distinct duty implications. EPA emissions certification and NHTSA safety compliance are mandatory for US market entry regardless of origin.
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The key distinction is engine type and design intent: motorcycles in this heading use a reciprocating internal combustion piston engine and are designed primarily as motorcycles, whereas mopeds and cycles with auxiliary motors fall under a separate NES heading. Functional design, maximum speed capability, and pedal presence (or absence) are factors CBP considers when the classification is contested.
Importers should verify whether Section 301 or antidumping/countervailing duty orders apply to motorcycles from specific origins, as trade-remedy coverage can shift. A licensed customs broker can confirm current order scope and any applicable exclusions before shipment.
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Monthly import values over time