Indonesian CBU Motorcycle Exports Drop 15% in March 2026

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com – The performance of exports of motorcycles in completely built-up (CBU) form from Indonesia experienced a correction in March 2026.

Based on data from the Indonesian Motorcycle Industry Association, shipments to global markets in that month were recorded at 48,970 units, down from February’s figure of 57,688 units.

On a monthly basis, the decline in CBU exports in March 2026 amounted to approximately 15.1% compared to February 2026.

Nevertheless, the overall trend still shows positive performance. From January to March 2026, total CBU motorcycle exports reached 159,582 units. This figure is higher than the same period last year, which was only 134,775 units.

This means a cumulative increase of around 18.4%, signalling that global demand for Indonesian-assembled motorcycles remains steady.

“Our motorcycle products are actually very competitive, especially with the weakening rupiah, which should make them even more competitive,” said Sigit to Kompas.com recently.

However, this optimism is still overshadowed by external challenges. Geopolitical uncertainties and the global economy, which has not fully recovered, remain the main obstacles for exports.

With these conditions, although March saw a decline, Indonesia’s overall motorcycle export performance remains on a positive track. The current challenge is to maintain consistency amid global pressures that have not fully subsided.

• January: 52,924 units

• February: 57,688 units

• March: 48,970 units

• Total: 159,582 units