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Motorcycle Production in Brazil Is Expected to Grow 11.5% in 2025, Reaching 1.95 Million Units — the Best Result Since 2011, According to Abraciclo.
Motorcycle production in Brazil is expected to reach nearly 2 million units in 2025, according to an updated projection from Abraciclo (Brazilian Association of Motorcycle, Moped, Scooter, Bicycle, and Similar Manufacturers).
The survey estimates that 1.95 million motorcycles will roll off the assembly lines at the Industrial Hub of Manaus (AM), representing an 11.5% increase compared to 2024.
If confirmed, this figure will be the best result for domestic manufacturing since 2011, a record year for the sector.
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The optimistic revision reflects the strong performance of manufacturers in the early months of 2025, driven by the continuous increase in demand for motorcycles across the country.
According to Marcos Bento, president of Abraciclo, the growth is linked to the new mobility needs of Brazilians.
“The motorcycle has established itself as an increasingly efficient, accessible alternative aligned with the new mobility needs of the Brazilian population,” he highlighted.
Motorcycle Market Remains Strong in Retail
In addition to the expansion in motorcycle manufacturing, Abraciclo has also revised its retail projections upwards.
The estimate is for 2.1 million motorcycles registered by the end of 2025, representing an 11.9% increase compared to 2024.
The consistent growth in the number of registrations reinforces the role of motorcycles as one of the main means of transportation in Brazil.
Practicality, lower maintenance costs, and increasing use for deliveries and urban commuting have sustained high demand.
National Production Achieves Best Performance in 14 Years
In the first nine months of 2025, national production totaled 1,496,169 motorcycles, the best performance for the period in 14 years.
In September alone, 169,206 units were produced, a 17.4% increase over the same month in 2024 — despite a slight decline of 9% compared to August.
Among the most produced categories, the Street, which includes the Honda CG 160, maintained the lead, representing 49.2% of total production with 83,205 units. Following were the Trail (20.7%) and Scooters (14.3%).
Low-displacement motorcycles continue to dominate the market, accounting for 79.4% of September’s production. Meanwhile, medium-displacement models accounted for 17.5%, and high-displacement models for 3.1%.
Internal Sales Set Historical Record
In retail, performance is also impressive. Between January and September, 1,614,191 motorcycles were registered, a significant increase of 14.4% compared to the same period last year.
In September alone, sales reached 205,918 units, growing 31.5% compared to 2024 and up 11% from August.
The daily average stood at 9,360 motorcycles sold, a figure that highlights the strength of the market and consumer confidence.
Motorcycle Exports Also Soar
Exports of motorcycles manufactured in Brazil have kept pace with the sector’s good momentum. From January to September, 29,490 units were shipped abroad, a jump of 23.6% compared to the same period last year.
In September alone, 5,258 motorcycles were exported, an impressive increase of 208.7% compared to September 2024.
Abraciclo estimates that the year will close with 35,000 units exported, representing a 13% growth.
Positive Outlook for the Motorcycle Sector
With the current growth rate, the motorcycle segment in Brazil is experiencing one of its most promising moments in the last decade.
The combination of increased manufacturing, record sales, and growth in exports puts the country back in the spotlight in the Latin American scenario.
The trend is for 2025 to solidify as a historic year for the motorcycle industry, with the potential to boost the economy and generate more jobs in the Industrial Hub of Manaus, which houses the majority of national production.
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