Indonesia's two-wheeler exports in Completely Built-Up (CBU) form recorded growth of 18.4% from January to March 2026 compared with the same period in 2025.

This coincided with government efforts to increase the Domestic Component Level (TKDN) on April 14th, 2026.

Data from the Indonesian Motorcycle Industry Association (AISI) indicate that shipments to international markets increased during the first quarter of 2026. This increase occurred despite fluctuations in monthly export performance in March 2026.

The government is implementing stricter quality standards aimed at improving the competitiveness of local products in global markets. Alongside conventional exports, market trends indicate a shift towards electric two-wheeled vehicles, with increasing demand in both domestic and international markets.

"The government will continue to monitor the growth of the national automotive industry to ensure it develops in accordance with policy directions, particularly in increasing TKDN and implementing Indonesian National Standards (SNI)," said Setia Diarta, Director General of the Metal, Machinery, Transportation Equipment and Electronics Industry (ILMATE).

He added that the measure is intended to ensure that the domestic manufacturing industry contributes to the national economy. The implementation of SNI standards is also intended to support consumer protection and improve product quality.

The Chairman of Commission VII of the Indonesian House of Representatives, Saleh Partaonan Daulay, also commented on investment in the automotive sector. He stated that capital inflows into the manufacturing sector should be accompanied by the measured and gradual implementation of the Domestic Component Level (TKDN).

According to him, investment should not focus solely on market expansion but should also contribute to the local supply chain. This approach is intended to support the national automotive industry through the increased use of domestically manufactured components.