EU - Motorcycles and Bicycles - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Motorcycle And Bicycle Market Size in the EU
For the sixth consecutive year, the EU motorcycle and bicycle market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 8.7% to $X in 2021. The total consumption indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.8% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption increased by +75.6% against 2014 indices. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.
Motorcycle And Bicycle Production in the EU
In value terms, motorcycle and bicycle production shrank markedly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total production indicated pronounced growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the production volume increased by 48%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then declined dramatically in the following year.
Motorcycle And Bicycle Exports
Exports in the EU
For the sixth year in a row, the European Union recorded growth in overseas shipments of motorcycles and bicycles, which increased by 16% to X units in 2021. Total exports indicated resilient growth from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.0% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, exports increased by +70.5% against 2015 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.
In value terms, motorcycle and bicycle exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports posted a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 23% against the previous year. The level of export peaked in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.
Exports by Country
In 2021, the Netherlands (X units), Italy (X units), Germany (X units), Portugal (X units), Spain (X units), Belgium (X units), Romania (X units), Poland (X units), Bulgaria (X units), Austria (X units), Hungary (X units) and the Czech Republic (X units) represented the main exporter of motorcycles and bicycles in the European Union, committing 90% of total export.
From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Hungary (with a CAGR of +72.5%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest motorcycle and bicycle supplying countries in the European Union were Germany ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Italy ($X), together accounting for 54% of total exports. These countries were followed by Austria, Belgium, Spain, Bulgaria, Portugal, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Poland and Romania, which together accounted for a further 38%.
Hungary, with a CAGR of +52.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2021, the export price in the European Union amounted to $X per unit, growing by 6.3% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.7%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 8.7%. The level of export peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per unit), while Romania ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bulgaria (+19.3%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Motorcycle And Bicycle Imports
Imports in the EU
In 2021, approx. X units of motorcycles and bicycles were imported in the European Union; picking up by 17% against the previous year's figure. Total imports indicated resilient growth from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.4% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +89.9% against 2015 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 22% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.
In value terms, motorcycle and bicycle imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a remarkable increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Imports by Country
The purchases of the three major importers of motorcycles and bicycles, namely the Netherlands, Germany and France, represented more than half of total import. Belgium (X units) held the next position in the ranking, followed by Spain (X units) and Italy (X units). All these countries together held near 22% share of total imports. Poland (X units), Austria (X units), Denmark (X units), Sweden (X units), Hungary (X units), the Czech Republic (X units) and Greece (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Hungary (with a CAGR of +48.7%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest motorcycle and bicycle importing markets in the European Union were Germany ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and France ($X), together accounting for 53% of total imports. These countries were followed by Belgium, Italy, Spain, Austria, Poland, the Czech Republic, Sweden, Denmark, Greece and Hungary, which together accounted for a further 40%.
Hungary, with a CAGR of +23.7%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in the European Union stood at $X per unit in 2021, rising by 4% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.0%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the import price increased by 30% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2019 to 2021, the import prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per unit), while Hungary ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+7.1%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the motorcycle and bicycle market in the EU. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 30911100 - Motorcycles, and cycles fitted with an auxiliary motor, with an engine capacity . .50 cm.
- Prodcom 30911200 - Motorcycles with reciprocating internal combustion piston engine > .50 cm.
- Prodcom 30911300 - Side cars for motorcycles, cycles with auxiliary motors other than reciprocating internal combustion piston engine
- Prodcom 30921000 - Bicycles and other cycles (including delivery tricycles), nonmotorised
Country coverage:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in the EU, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in the EU
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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