Two wheels stay steady

Philippine motorcycle sales reached 939,528 units in the first half of 2026 as a strong opening quarter offset weaker demand from April to June.

Data from the Motorcycle Development Program Participants Association showed sales rose 3.58 percent from 907,054 units during the same period last year.

The industry sold 496,868 motorcycles in the first quarter, up 11.6 percent year on year. Second-quarter volume fell 4.2 percent to 442,660 units from 462,007 units, although the earlier gains kept the six-month total in positive territory.

Automatic motorcycles remained the largest segment with 655,004 units sold. Their ease of use, fuel efficiency and suitability for daily commuting continued to attract Filipino riders.

Business motorcycles ranked second with 148,989 units. Demand from delivery services, small businesses and other income-generating activities helped sustain the segment.

Mopeds recorded 107,632 units, followed by street motorcycles with 24,346 units. Big-bike sales reached 2,994 units, while other categories accounted for 563 units.

MDPPA president Erwin D. Estrada said the first-half performance showed the resilience of the local motorcycle industry despite tougher market conditions and a high comparison base from 2025.

He added that buyers continue to recognize motorcycles as affordable and dependable transportation for work, business and everyday travel.

Industry analysts expect long-term sales growth to continue as demand for cost-efficient mobility remains strong. MDPPA represents Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Yamaha in the Philippines.