In 2025, Colombia recorded a record 1.1 million new motorcycles, a 34.94% increase from 2024, solidifying its position as the world's tenth largest market. Brands like Bajaj, AKT, and Yamaha led sales with significant gains. This boom highlights the economic and social impact of motorcycles in the country.
Colombia's motorcycle market closed 2025 with 1.1 million new units registered, according to Andi and Fenalco data from the Runt. This marks a 34.94% growth from the 815,296 units in 2024. Bajaj led with 180,572 units sold, a 43.99% increase and 16.41% market share. AKT followed with 175,555 units (+26.98%, 15.96%) and Yamaha with 167,512 (+5.84%, 15.23%). Suzuki took fourth place with 167,394 units (+34.56%, 15.22%), while Honda recorded 136,457.
This milestone places Colombia in the global top 10, surpassing Taiwan (705,703 units) and nearing Thailand (1.19 million). In December 2025, 112,310 motorcycles were registered, 25.86% more than the previous year, led by Bajaj, AKT, and Suzuki. Regions like Cundinamarca, Antioquia, and Valle del Cauca accounted for 45.56% of sales.
The sector generates over 80,000 formal jobs and contributes 7.1% to industrial GDP, with 11 assembly plants and a total fleet of 13.5 million motorcycles. Over 12 million Colombians own a motorcycle, making 50 million daily trips, mostly by low-income workers.
SOAT sales for motorcycles grew 35.61%, exceeding one million policies, with July seeing the highest increase (114,727 units). Financing options, such as those from Grupo UMA for Bajaj (40-45% of sales) and Honda with ProgreSER, ease access. However, gasoline engines dominate, though electric models are advancing slowly due to infrastructure limitations.
"Colombia is one of the world's top 10 motorcycle markets," stated Pedro Nel Quijano, president of Aconauto. Iván García from the Andi Motorcycle Industry Chamber highlighted inclusion: "The motorcycle connects territories and opens opportunities for those who have the least".
