Can a C1 license be used to ride a two-wheeled motorcycle?

[EmiliaLee]

C1 license cannot be used to ride a two-wheeled motorcycle. It allows driving manual and automatic transmission small and micro passenger vehicles with 9 seats or fewer, as well as light and micro trucks (all blue-plate small trucks), light, small, and micro special-purpose vehicles, small automatic transmission vehicles (C2), low-speed trucks (C3), and three-wheeled vehicles (C4). Permitted vehicle types for C1 license: The scope of a C1 driver's license includes small and micro passenger vehicles, light and micro trucks; light, small, and micro special-purpose vehicles; small passenger vehicles with a seating capacity of 9 or fewer. Vehicles that a C1 license cannot drive: large buses, tractor-trailers, city buses, medium-sized buses, large trucks, ordinary three-wheeled motorcycles, ordinary two-wheeled motorcycles, light motorcycles, wheeled self-propelled machinery, trolleybuses, and trams. Additionally, a C1 license cannot drive vehicles with more than 9 seats or trucks with a total length exceeding 6 meters.

[OElaina]

Let me clarify this issue. The C1 license is primarily a driver's license type for small cars and absolutely does not permit riding two-wheeled motorcycles. Motorcycles belong to a completely different vehicle category, requiring a specialized E or D license. Why the distinction? Because motorcycle operation is more complex, involving balance control, sharp turning techniques, and handling bumpy road conditions—skills not covered in C1 license training. Regulations clearly state that riding a motorcycle with a C1 license constitutes unlicensed driving, punishable by fines starting from hundreds of yuan, plus potential point deductions or license suspension. The safety risks are even greater: motorcycle accident rates are multiple times higher than cars, and untrained riders frequently suffer serious injuries from falls. So if you're serious about riding, properly enroll in a driving school to obtain an E license—don't cut corners with your life. Always check your license's permitted vehicle categories to avoid confusion.

[MacEden]

As an experienced driver, I must emphasize that a C1 license absolutely cannot be used for riding two-wheeled motorcycles. Motorcycles require a specialized E-class license, as regulations strictly separate them for safety purposes. Operating a motorcycle demands additional skills like balance and emergency handling, which aren’t covered in C1 training. If caught riding without the proper license, you’ll face fines, points deducted, and even vehicle impoundment in severe cases. Safety is even more critical: motorcycles are prone to skidding in strong winds, and lacking proper training raises accident risks. I’ve seen cases where young riders with car licenses got seriously injured—a hard lesson. My advice: just get the E license to avoid confusion and stay safe.

[McDerek]

Simply put, a C1 license does not permit riding a two-wheeled motorcycle. The law requires an E-class license or higher for motorcycles. A C1 license only covers driving four-wheeled cars, while riding a motorcycle is a different matter altogether, with completely different operations. Riding without the proper license is considered unlicensed driving, with consequences including fines, points deduction, or even license suspension. If you really want to ride a motorcycle, go for the E-class license—it's both safe and compliant.