Can a C1 license holder ride a motorcycle?
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C1 license holders cannot ride motorcycles. To ride a motorcycle, the driver must hold a D, E, or F license. C1 license permitted vehicle types: The C1 license allows driving small and mini passenger vehicles, light and mini cargo vehicles; light, small, and mini special-purpose vehicles; and small passenger vehicles with a seating capacity of 9 or fewer. C1 license holders cannot drive: large buses, tractor units, city buses, medium buses, large trucks, regular tricycles, regular two-wheeled motorcycles, light motorcycles, wheeled self-propelled machinery, trolleybuses, and trams. Additionally, C1 license holders cannot drive vehicles with more than 9 seats or trucks with a total length exceeding 6 meters. What is a C1 license: The C1 license is one of the motor vehicle license codes. The C1 license permits driving small and mini passenger vehicles, light and mini cargo vehicles; light, small, and mini special-purpose vehicles; and small passenger vehicles with a seating capacity of 9 or fewer. Age requirements: The minimum age to apply for a C1 license is 18 years old, with no upper age limit. However, applicants over 70 must pass tests for memory, judgment, and reaction abilities.
A C1 driver's license is specifically for driving small passenger vehicles, such as common sedans or SUVs, and absolutely cannot be used to ride motorcycles. I once encountered this confusion during a long-distance trip, and later found out by checking the regulations that motorcycles require their own specific licenses, like a D or E license. Riding a motorcycle on the road with just a C1 license is illegal, and if caught by the police, you could face fines, points deducted from your license, or even have your license revoked in serious cases. From a safety perspective, operating a motorcycle is completely different from driving a car, requiring better balance and emergency response skills. Beginners riding without a proper license are prone to accidents. I have a relative who suffered because of this—they had an accident, ended up in the hospital, and spent a lot of money. I sincerely advise friends who want to ride motorcycles to take some time to get a proper motorcycle license. The driving school courses are simple and practical, and you can get licensed in just a few weeks—it's both safer and more convenient, so why take the risk?