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VEHICLES OTHER THAN RAILWAY OR TRAMWAY ROLLING STOCK, AND PARTS AND ACCESSORIES THEREOF›Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles fitted with an auxiliary motor, with or without side-cars; side-cars

With internal combustion piston engine of a cylinder capacity exceeding 500 cm³ but not exceeding 800 cm³

Standard EU duty
6%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
34 docs
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Standard rates
Applies toTypeRateConditionsRegulation
ERGA OMNESThird country duty6%-R2261/98
Preferences
AD 0%AL 0%BA 0%CA 0%CAMER 0%CARI 0%CH 0%CI 0%CL 0%CM 0%CO 0%DZ 0%EBA 0%EC 0%EEA 0%EG 0%EH 0%ESA 0%EUCA 0%FJ 0%FO 0%GB 0%GE 0%GH 0%GSP 2.5%GSP+ 0%IL 0%JO 0%JP 0%KE 0%KR 0%LB 0%LOMB 0%MA 0%MD 0%ME 0%MK 0%MX 0%NZ 0%PE 0%PG 0%PS 0%SADC EPA 0%SB 0%SG 0%SM 0%SWITZ 0%SY 0%TN 0%TR 0%UA 0%VN 0%WS 0%XC 0%XK 0%XL 0%XS 0%ZA 0%
Notes
CD303The relief from or reduction of customs duties shall be subject to the specific request expressed by the declarant in box 44 "Additional information/Documents produced/Certificates and authorisations", of the Single Administrative Document (SAD)
TM904Preferences granted under the agreement between the European Union and Morocco in force from 19 July 2019.As of 3 October 2025, products originating in Western Sahara subject to controls by the customs authorities of the Kingdom of Morocco shall benefit from trade preferences under the terms of the new Agreement in the form of exchange of letters between the EU and Morocco, The European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco have agreed to allow those products to be identified by reference to the region of origin to be included in the proof of origin and as provided for in Protocol 4.In view of the application of these measures, the origin certificates codes U179 and U180 must be declared.The country code to be entered in the origin declaration when these proofs of origin are used is “EH”.
CD727Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of an origin declaration stating the European Union origin of the goods, in the context of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).
CD906The list of non-eligible locations and their postal codes is available at the following address: http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/customs/technical-arrangement_postal-codes.pdf
CD500Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of a proof of origin stating the community origin of the goods, in the context of the agreement between the European Union and the Swiss Confederation.
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BTI (Binding Tariff Information) is an official EU customs decision confirming the classification of goods. Valid for 3 years, binding across all EU member states.

Classification of motorcycles 500-800 cc CN 871140

CN code 871140 covers motorcycles with reciprocating piston engines with a cylinder capacity exceeding 500 cc but not exceeding 800 cc. This segment includes mid-to-upper range sport, adventure, touring, and naked motorcycles. Category A driving licence is required in the EU (from 24 years or from 20 years after 2 years of A2 experience). Motorcycles in this capacity range offer high performance while maintaining relative compactness compared to motorcycles above 800 cc. Import follows standard customs procedures, and duty rates should be verified in the TARIC or ISZTAR system. Vehicles must hold EU type approval under Regulation 168/2013 and meet the Euro 5 emission standard.

Import and regulatory requirements

Motorcycles with 500-800 cc engines imported into the EU must comply with all requirements of EU Regulation 168/2013, including Euro 5, mandatory ABS, OBD on-board diagnostics, and UNECE safety regulations. Third-country imports require EU type approval or individual approval. The customs value includes the purchase price, transport costs, and insurance. Used motorcycle imports are subject to the same duty rates as new ones, with customs value reflecting actual technical condition. Motorcycles exceeding 35 kW cannot be used with an A2 licence. Importers should verify motorcycle compliance with technical requirements applicable in the year of EU market introduction.

European 500-800 cc motorcycle market

The 500-800 cc motorcycle segment is one of the most dynamically developing segments of the European motorcycle market. Popular models include Honda CB650R, Yamaha MT-07, Kawasaki Z650, Suzuki SV650, KTM 790 Duke, and BMW F 800 GS. Japanese imports traditionally dominate, but European manufacturers - KTM, Ducati, BMW - are gaining market share. The adventure segment (Yamaha Ténéré 700, KTM 790 Adventure) shows particularly dynamic growth. The trend towards twin-cylinder motorcycles of 650-800 cc reflects demand for bikes combining good performance with affordable pricing and low running costs.

Motorcycles 500-800 cc - import duties and rules

Importing motorcycles 500-800 cc (CN 8711 40) into the EU requires two/three-wheel vehicle type-approval (EU) 168/2013. The MFN rate for motorcycles is 6% or 8% depending on engine size. Customs clearance requires an EORI number and a correct declaration. Preferential rates may apply under FTAs such as EU-Korea, EU-Japan EPA, or CETA. National import VAT is charged at the destination Member State rate.

Frequently asked questions

What licence is required for a 700 cc motorcycle?
A category A driving licence is required for a 700 cc motorcycle, as motorcycles of this capacity typically exceed the 35 kW power limit for category A2. The A licence can be obtained from 24 years directly or from 20 years after 2 years with category A2. Some 650 cc motorcycles offer power-restricted versions limited to 35 kW, allowing A2 licence holders to ride them.
Does importing a 600 cc motorcycle from the USA require modifications?
Importing a motorcycle from the USA to the EU may require technical adaptations, as US specifications may differ from European ones. Typical differences concern lighting (different indicator and position light requirements), speedometer (miles instead of km/h), and exhaust system. The motorcycle must undergo individual type approval in the registration country, during which EU compliance is verified. Adaptation and approval costs should be factored into the import calculation.
Are 500-800 cc motorcycles subject to excise duty?
Motorcycles are not subject to excise duty in most EU member states where excise applies to passenger cars. Motorcycle import requires payment of customs duty (rate to be checked in TARIC) and VAT. Additional costs include individual type-approval fees if required, technical inspection, and first registration charges in the destination country.
What requirements apply when importing motorcycles 500-800 cc CN 8711 40?
Importing motorcycles 500-800 cc (CN 8711 40) requires two/three-wheel vehicle type-approval (EU) 168/2013, an EORI number and customs declaration. The MFN rate for motorcycles is 6% or 8% depending on engine size. Import VAT applies.

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