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Motorcycle Trends 2025: Matic Still Indonesia’s Top Choice

Motorcycles have become the main mode of transportation widely used by people in various countries, including Indonesia. According to the World Population Review 2025, there are around 112 million motorcycles in operation in Indonesia, making it the second-largest two-wheeler market in the world.

Jakpat conducted a survey to explore motorcycle trends among current users and potential buyers. The report, based on responses from 1,449 respondents, highlights consumer behavior in motorcycle purchases, including preferred types and brands. As a result, 8 out of 10 respondents owned a motorcycle, and 15% planned to buy the two-wheeled vehicle.

Consumer behavior

For respondents who already own and plan to buy, motorcycles are the main choice because they are practical for daily mobility (65%). In addition, this vehicle can penetrate traffic jams (45%) and pass on narrow roads (45%). One out of four Gen Z users uses a motorcycle for long trips.

In choosing a motorcycle, price is the main consideration for most respondents (57%). Ease of maintenance and service (49%) and fuel efficiency (46%) also influence decisions. Aspects of driving comfort (44%) and engine performance (43%) complement consumers’ reasons for choosing a motorcycle that suits their needs.

The trend of choosing motorcycle types is not much different. About three out of five respondents have automatic motorcycles (58%), while the rest prefer standard motorcycles (28%) and underbone motorcycles (26%). Honda Beat is the most popular type (43%), followed by Honda Vario (34%), Yamaha Mio (17%), Honda Scoopy (16%), and Honda Supra (14%).

This percentage is almost the same among respondents who plan to buy a motorcycle. 53% are interested in automatic motorcycles, followed by standard motorcycles (29%) and underbone motorcycles (20%). Honda matic remains the dream motorcycle, with Honda Beat (15%), Honda Scoopy (12%), and Honda Vario (9%) leading the list.

“The dominance of automatic motorcycles is clearly visible both in terms of ownership and purchase plans. This trend indicates that automation has become the main reference in the preferences of Indonesian consumers for various generations,” said Jakpat Lead Researcher, Farida Hasna.

Motorcycle maintenance

Most motorcycle owners routinely carry out basic maintenance to keep their vehicles in good condition. Changing engine oil (77%) and washing the motorcycle (62%) are the most common practices. About half of the respondents also changed axle oil and serviced their motorcycles at workshops.

Motorcycle servicing is generally carried out in non-authorized workshops (72%). Gen Z tends to choose small-scale workshops (58%), while Millennials and Gen X are more likely to use authorized workshops because they are considered more practical and reliable.

Based on the Jakpat data, Hasna noted that routine maintenance has become important for motorcycle users.”Regarding the service place, everything comes back to the balance between quality, price, and convenience. Although each generation has different preferences in choosing a workshop, in the end, each rider has his own way of taking care of his motorcycle,” she explained.

About 8 out of 10 motorcycle owners admitted to having replaced original parts or installed accessories. In caring for and personalizing their vehicles, many motorists choose to buy motorcycle parts and accessories. Tires and trims are the most commonly purchased (56%), followed by lightnings (45%) and seats or upholstery (37%). Other accessories, such as custom mirrors (29%) and gears and drive chains (24%), are also popular to improve the appearance and performance of motorcycles.