Can a motorcycle with modified LED lights pass the annual inspection?

[OLucy]

The following details whether a motorcycle with modified LED lights can pass the annual inspection: Cannot pass: If a motorcycle is modified with xenon lights without installing lenses, it will not pass the annual inspection. Vehicles with xenon lights cannot pass the annual inspection because they lack lenses and directly connect xenon or LED bulbs. Additionally, bulbs with a color temperature exceeding 6000K also fail the inspection. Can pass: Installing xenon headlights is not considered vehicle modification, but the xenon headlights must comply with the technical requirements for vehicle lights specified in the "Safety Technical Conditions for Motor Vehicle Operation." During the annual inspection, if the xenon headlights cause glare due to the absence of lenses for low beams, rectification is required.

[LeWillow]

I was also curious about whether modifying a motorcycle with LED lights could pass the annual inspection at the vehicle management office. After researching a lot of information and talking with experienced riders, I found that the key lies in whether it meets national standards. China stipulates that vehicle lighting must comply with the GB7258 standard, including uniform brightness, qualified light color, and not being too dazzling to affect others' vision. If you just randomly replace it with an LED light without adding a lens or adjusting its position, it will fail the test during the annual inspection, and you'll have to spend more money to fix it. It's recommended to choose original or certified LED products, and after installation, go and adjust the angle to avoid being cursed by others when driving at night. Additionally, brothers who frequently go on long-distance trips should remember to check the wiring connections. LEDs with poor heat dissipation are prone to burning out, making your usual rides safer and more worry-free.

[OJayce]

I've been repairing motorcycles for several years and have encountered many cases of LED light modifications. Whether it passes the annual inspection mainly depends on the installation skills. The correct approach is to measure the original vehicle's voltage, match it with an LED driver module, and also install a voltage stabilizer to prevent flickering. If you opt for cheap, low-quality bulbs, the wires heat up quickly and are prone to short circuits. When the inspector shines the testing device, the glare will be blinding, and you'll definitely get a failure mark. When I install LEDs for customers, I always use a beam pattern tester to check the horizontal angle first—don't let the light shoot upward, as that can lead to fines and more trouble. Nowadays, proper LED lights are long-lasting, energy-efficient, and require less maintenance. But before modifying, it's best to ask the shop about their warranty policy to avoid unaffordable repairs later on.

[DiJoshua]

As a motorcycle enthusiast, I replaced my scooter's headlight with an LED one last year, and it passed the annual inspection, but it was somewhat lucky. The testing station I went to was quite lenient—as long as the light worked and the beam was generally normal, they didn’t scrutinize the standards too deeply. However, the light pattern must be properly aligned and not crooked, or else oncoming drivers might feel like you're blinding them. I installed a lens kit to reduce glare risks, spending less than 200 yuan to get it done. Driving at night feels much brighter now, and I don’t have to replace bulbs as often. But I recommend first testing with a smaller light to ensure stability before switching to the main headlight, to avoid unnecessary hassle.