Kawasaki Ninja 500 from Canada
The Kawasaki Ninja 500 is a sport motorcycle with a 498cc inline-twin internal combustion engine, known for its aerodynamic fairing and performance. It qualifies for HTS 8711.30.00.90 as a motorcycle with cylinder capacity exceeding 490 cc but not exceeding 500 cc.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide CAD drawings or service manuals confirming exact cc; disputes common at 490cc boundary
• Include noise emission test reports; exceedances lead to import refusal under EPA rules
• For ABS models, note brake system details to prevent part misclassification during inspection