Kawasaki Ninja 500 from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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