Kawasaki KLX250 Dual Sport Motorcycle

The Kawasaki KLX250 is a lightweight dual-sport bike with a 249cc air-cooled engine, suitable for both off-road trails and light on-road use. It qualifies for HTS 8711.20.00.90 based on its 190-250 cc piston engine capacity, fitting the motorcycle category without side-cars. This precise classification aids in accurate duty assessment for versatile trail bikes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8711.20.00.30Same rate: 17.5%

If capacity 50-190 cc within broader group

Statistical breakout for smaller engines in the 50-250 cc motorcycle range.

8703.21.01Higher: 37.5% vs 17.5%

If meets criteria for passenger motor vehicle

Street-legal designs with full enclosure may classify as automobiles under Chapter 87.

8714.20.00Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If imported with side-car attached

Motorcycles presented with side-cars fall into dedicated side-car subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm dual-sport features don't trigger motor vehicle chassis rules; label clearly as motorcycle not ATV

Secure homologation docs if street-legal; watch for used vs new declaration per statistical notes