Philippine Motorcycle Sales Inch Up 4% in H1 on Sustained Demand

MANILA, Philippines — Motorcycle sales in the country rose by four percent in the first half from a year ago, reflecting sustained demand from Filipinos for their mobility needs. In a statement yesterday, the Motorcycle Development Program Participants Association (MDPPA) said that total motorcycle sales went up to 939,528 units from January to June from the 907,054 units sold in the same period last year. MDPPA is composed of leading motorcycle manufacturers Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Yamaha. Strong first quarter sales, which climbed by 12 percent year-on-year to 496,868 units, helped keep total sales in the positive territory in the first half. However, total motorcycle sales in the second quarter declined by four percent to 442,660 units from 462,007 units in the same period last year. Automatic motorcycles continued to dominate the market with 655,004 units sold during the first six months of the year, reflecting Filipino riders’ preference for models offering convenience, fuel efficiency and practicality for everyday commute. Business motorcycles came in second with sales reaching 148,989 units in the first half. Mopeds accounted for 107,632 units, while street category sales reached 24,346 units. Big bikes contributed 2,994 units, while other motorcycle categories accounted for 563 units. “The first half of the year reflects the resilience of the Philippine motorcycle industry,” MDPPA president Erwin Estrada said. While market conditions have become more challenging compared with last year’s exceptionally strong performance, he said that motorcycles continue to help Filipinos meet their daily mobility needs. “The industry’s continued growth demonstrates that consumers recognize the value motorcycles provide through affordability, fuel efficiency and dependable transportation for work, business and daily life,” he said. Looking ahead, the Philippine motorcycle market is expected to continue posting steady long-term growth, supported by sustained demand for affordable mobility solutions and the sector’s ability to adapt to evolving market conditions.