Can a driver's license and a motorcycle license be taken together?
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Motorcycle licenses and car driver's licenses cannot be taken together because a motorcycle license falls under the E category, while a car driver's license is categorized as C1. Therefore, these two different types of licenses cannot be obtained simultaneously. Below is additional information: Car Driver's License: If you already have a motorcycle license, you must wait until the probationary period of the motorcycle license has passed, and there have been no point deductions, before you can apply for a car driver's license. Motorcycle License: If you already have a car driver's license and wish to obtain a motorcycle license, the car driver's license must have passed its probationary period, and there should be no instances of accumulating full penalty points in the previous scoring cycle and the current one before applying for the additional license. Only then can you submit an application to the relevant authorities to add the motorcycle endorsement. After passing all the motorcycle license tests, the vehicle management office will revoke the original license and issue a new one that combines both endorsements. Required Documents: Household registration booklet, personal ID card, photocopies of both sides of the ID, and four one-inch white-background color photos. For those taking the test in a non-native location, an additional copy of the temporary residence permit is required. Only after preparing these documents can you obtain your own driver's license.
From the perspective of traffic regulations, a car driver's license and a motorcycle license usually cannot be obtained in the same exam session, as the testing processes are designed separately. Each license has its own registration process: first, you must pass a written theoretical exam covering traffic signs, driving knowledge, etc., followed by a practical road test. The age requirements also differ, with the minimum age for a car license being 18, and similarly for a motorcycle license. However, in practice, driving schools often recommend tackling them one at a time. You can first enroll in a car driving course, master the basics, and then add a motorcycle course later. This way, you can prepare for both during the learning phase, but the exams must be scheduled on separate dates to avoid conflicts. If local policies allow for early booking, it’s advisable to arrange reasonable intervals, such as taking the theoretical parts a week apart. One more thing—don’t forget to bring your medical examination report and ID documents!
Having worked in a driving school for many years, I've seen many students attempt to prepare for both car and motorcycle licenses simultaneously. The result is that the theoretical knowledge can be studied together, such as traffic rules which are common, saving a lot of time. However, the practical road tests absolutely cannot be taken together: the car road test requires a car-specific venue, while the motorcycle test has its own independent venue and examiner. It's recommended for beginners to start with the car license first and then add motorcycle courses after passing. This avoids divided attention and improves learning efficiency. Also, pay attention to the fees when registering—driving schools usually offer package services, but the tests still need to be scheduled separately. As a bonus tip: practice steering control more while learning to drive; motorcycles demand higher balance skills, and practicing in advance can reduce exam nerves.
