| Product Code: ETC10688146 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 |
In 2024, Japan continued to see significant import shipments of on-road motorcycles mainly from Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Taiwan, Province of China, and India. Despite a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicating market concentration, the industry experienced a negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -8.26% from 2020 to 2024. Moreover, the growth rate in 2024 dropped sharply by -43.36%, reflecting challenges in the market. This data suggests a complex landscape for on-road motorcycle imports in Japan, with potential implications for industry stakeholders.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Overview |
3.1 Japan Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Engine Capacity, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Fuel Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing consumer preference for eco-friendly transportation options |
4.2.2 Growing popularity of recreational and leisure activities such as touring and motorcycling |
4.2.3 Technological advancements in on-road motorcycles leading to enhanced performance and safety features |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent government regulations regarding emissions and noise levels for motorcycles |
4.3.2 Competition from alternative modes of transportation such as electric bicycles and scooters |
4.3.3 Economic fluctuations affecting consumer purchasing power |
5 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Trends |
6 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market, By Types |
6.1 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By Cruiser, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By Sports Bike, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By Touring, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.6 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By Standard, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market, By Engine Capacity |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By <250cc, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By 250cc-500cc, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By 500cc-1000cc, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By >1000cc, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market, By Fuel Type |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By Gasoline, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By Electric, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By Hybrid, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.5 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By Hydrogen, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market, By End Use |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By Personal, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By Police & Defense, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.5 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenues & Volume, By Racing, 2021 - 2031F |
7 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of registrations for motorcycle safety training courses |
8.2 Average age of motorcycles on the road in Japan |
8.3 Adoption rate of advanced safety technologies in on-road motorcycles |
9 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Opportunity Assessment, By Engine Capacity, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Opportunity Assessment, By Fuel Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Japan On-Road Motorcycle Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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