Are motorcycles allowed on highways in Guangdong?
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Guangdong Province permits motorcycles to enter highways in compliance with laws and regulations. Here is extended information: Legal basis: On highways and urban expressways with two lanes in the same direction, trucks are not allowed to enter the left lane except for overtaking; on roads with three or more lanes in the same direction, trucks are prohibited from entering the far-left lane. Roads with two or more motor vehicle lanes in the same direction may have dedicated lanes. Dedicated lanes can be designated for small passenger vehicles, buses, motorcycles, etc. Speed limits: On highways, the maximum speed for small passenger vehicles must not exceed 120 km/h, other motor vehicles must not exceed 100 km/h, and motorcycles must not exceed 80 km/h.
As a seasoned motorcyclist frequently riding in Guangdong, I've personally experienced this issue. Once, I attempted to ride onto the expressway heading to Guangzhou, only to be stopped by traffic police right at the toll gate. Not only was I fined, but I was also warned that this is strictly prohibited. They explained that Guangdong's expressway regulations are very clear: motorcycles are not allowed on expressways. The main reason is safety concerns—expressways have dense traffic, motorcycles have poor stability, and they are prone to losing control in strong winds or during overtaking, leading to a high accident rate. Later, I checked the regulations and found that according to the detailed implementation rules of Guangdong's Road Traffic Law, motorcycles are only permitted to ride on designated roads. That experience taught me that fellow riders need to plan their routes in advance. Taking national or provincial highways might be slower, but it's much safer. Don't forget, modern navigation apps can display restricted areas—using them wisely can save a lot of trouble.
