8711.30.00 - With internal combustion piston engine of a cylinder capacity exceeding 250 cc but not exceeding 500 cc

This HTS classification, 8711.30.00, specifically covers motorcycles, mopeds, and cycles equipped with an auxiliary motor, provided these vehicles are powered by an internal combustion piston engine with a cylinder capacity strictly greater than 250 cubic centimeters (cc) and not exceeding 500 cc. This range targets mid-sized displacement engines, often found in versatile road motorcycles designed for a balance of performance and maneuverability.

The primary distinguishing feature of this category lies in its specific engine displacement range. It differentiates itself from sibling categories such as 8711.20.00 (engines up to 250 cc) and 8711.40 (engines exceeding 500 cc up to 800 cc) by its precise volumetric limits. Vehicles with engines outside this 250 cc to 500 cc range, or those powered by electric motors (8711.60.00), would be classified elsewhere within the 8711 heading.

Within this classification, further subdivisions exist to refine the classification based on precise engine size. The subcategories 8711.30.00.30, 8711.30.00.60, and 8711.30.00.90 provide more granular distinctions for engines within the 250 cc to 500 cc range, allowing for more precise reporting and potential duty rate differentiation. These subdivisions are crucial for accurate tariff application as engine capacity is a key determinant for classification within this HTS heading.