Kawasaki is strong in trikes too! Achieves 61.5% market share in the Philippine tricycle market! New leisure bike to be introduced in February 2026 to expand the market

Kawasaki Motors Philippines has announced that it has solidified its leading position in the local tricycle market, capturing a 61.5% market share in 2025. The company also recorded the highest growth rate among major Japanese brands in total sales, with a 15.7% increase year-on-year. Although not well-known in Japan, Kawasaki has introduced several reliable air-cooled, small-displacement trikes in the Philippines, establishing a firm position as practical vehicles.

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Kawasaki Dominates the Philippine Tricycle Market with a 61.5% Share

Kawasaki's lineup of trikes in the Philippines. All are practical vehicles equipped with sidecars on single-cylinder business models, used for transporting materials and as food stalls.

Kawasaki Motors Philippines announced a 14.8% year-on-year growth in the Philippine domestic tricycle segment for 2025, achieving a market share of 61.5%. This growth surpasses the overall growth rate of the local tricycle market, further solidifying its position as a reliable and practical motorcycle for daily life and utility in the Philippines.

Furthermore, the company achieved a strong performance in total motorcycle sales for 2025, with a year-on-year increase of 15.7%. This growth rate not only exceeds the industry average but also marks the highest growth among major Japanese motorcycle brands operating in the country. This success is attributed to increased demand in both the practical regular bike segment and the more leisure-oriented segment.

The overwhelming share in the tricycle segment is supported by the practical models "Barako 175" and the "CT" series. These models are recognized for their excellent fuel efficiency and high reliability, making them suitable for daily commercial operations and widely acknowledged as essential means of transportation supporting people's livelihoods in rural and semi-urban areas.

The Barako III (2026) features a 175cc air-cooled OHC engine, available with electric or kick-only start. Its simple structure ensures high reliability, contributing to its expanding market share.

The chassis is not just a standard motorcycle; it features a unique design with four rear shocks (!).

New Leisure Motorcycle Model Introduced in February 2026 to Expand Lineup

In addition to the strong performance in the practical vehicle segment, the company is also maintaining a healthy sales pace in the leisure motorcycle sector, with growing interest in premium and large-displacement models. To sustain this momentum, Kawasaki Motors Philippines plans to further expand its leisure motorcycle lineup in February 2026.

The newly introduced models are said to include new vehicles that garnered attention at major international motor shows such as the Japan Mobility Show in 2025 and EICMA in Milan, Italy.

Leisure bikes also have their own active segments. Pictured is the Vulcan 1700 Vaquero. With a vibrant market, many new models are planned for future release.

Kawasaki Motors Philippines plans to maintain its leadership in core segments while enhancing its presence across a wider range of categories, thereby supporting local riders and dealers.

Kawasaki Motors Philippines (English Website): https://kawasaki.ph/