Tariffs, Trade Wars, and Your Next Ride: Why Powersports Prices Are Rising

Act Now – Beat the Surcharge

At MOMS Foxboro, our current in-stock inventory was ordered before these increases. That means you still have a chance to buy pre-tariff pricing—but once these units are gone, future shipments will likely come with higher costs.

If you've been considering a new ride, now is the time. Don’t wait until those added costs are baked into every bike on the lot.

Tariffs Shaking Up the Powersports Industry

The U.S. government has proposed and implemented increased tariffs on a wide range of imported goods, including powersports vehicles and components. As of April 2025, motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, and personal watercraft that are manufactured or sourced from countries like China and parts of Europe are facing tariffs ranging from 10%–145% on certain vehicles and components. According to Powersports Business, companies like Polaris could be hit with over $400 million in additional costs.

These costs are already trickling down to consumers. Industry leaders and economists alike expect that manufacturers will pass along these costs through higher MSRPs, fees, or “tariff surcharges.”

What This Means for Riders in Foxboro, MA

At MOMS Foxboro, we proudly stock Indian Motorcycle, Polaris Off-Road, Yamaha, CFMOTO, Polaris Slingshot, Triumph, and Ducati. Here's how the tariffs are affecting the brands you love:

• Indian & Polaris Off-Road / Slingshot: As American brands, these are largely assembled in the U.S., but many internal components are imported, meaning Polaris faces significant cost increases that could affect pricing.
• CFMOTO: This brand imports their vehicles from China. Tariffs on Chinese products could see price increases of 145%.
• Yamaha: Yamaha imports most of their vehicles and parts from Asia. As RideApart reports, tariffs on Chinese and other Asian-made products could inflate prices by 10%.
• Triumph & Ducati: These premium European brands are imported from the UK and Italy, respectively. They are subject to existing and potentially escalating tariffs if EU-U.S. trade talks falter. RideApart notes this could mean premium motorcycle prices climb quickly.

We've seen early signs of these shifts already. Some competitors in the region have begun adding "tariff surcharges" to their sales invoices, raising out-the-door prices even on current-year models.

The Hidden Impact: Parts & Accessories

It’s not just bikes and off-road vehicles seeing changes, parts and accessories are also getting hit. Many of these items are manufactured overseas, particularly in China and Southeast Asia. With tariffs as high as 145% already in place, we're seeing prices rise on everyday essentials like tires, batteries, brakes, helmets, and riding gear.

This means service and maintenance costs will go up soon — and any accessory upgrades you’ve been putting off could cost more if you wait. If you need oil change kits, new gear, or upgrades for your ride, now is the time to shop in-store while inventory is still at pre-tariff prices.

Tariff Timeline: What’s Next?

While some tariff exclusions have been extended temporarily, many are set to expire between May and July 2025. As of this writing, the U.S. Trade Representative is expected to announce new tariff rules and potential expansions in late May. These may affect both vehicles and parts, and price changes typically follow within weeks.

Tariff Impact Breakdown

Final Thoughts

Tariffs might seem like a topic for economists and politicians, but they have a very real, very immediate impact on your next ride. By shopping at MOMS Foxboro today, you can lock in current pricing, avoid the coming price spikes, and ride into spring with confidence.

Don’t wait—take advantage of pre-tariff pricing now before the end of the month.