Can I Apply for a Motorcycle License While Taking a Driving Test?
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You cannot apply for a motorcycle license while taking a driving test. You need to obtain a C1 driver's license first and wait for one year before applying for a motorcycle license. The conditions for obtaining a motorcycle license are: You should not have accumulated 12 penalty points in the current scoring cycle or the one before applying. The motorcycle license test includes the following items: Starting, driving straight, changing lanes, passing intersections, pulling over, crossing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting oncoming vehicles, overtaking, and making U-turns. License Introduction: Also known as a driver's license, it is a document issued by the government transportation department to individuals who qualify to drive, usually in the form of a card. To obtain a driver's license, you must meet the minimum age requirement and pass a driving test.
As a young person who just got my driver's license, I've looked into this matter myself. In China, obtaining a car driver's license and a motorcycle license are two separate systems, so theoretically you can apply for both exams simultaneously. Cars require a Class C license, while motorcycles need Class D or E licenses, with separate application forms and different exam subjects. The car license has four test subjects including theory and practical skills, whereas the motorcycle test only has three subjects with significantly different exam components. I learned from driving school instructors that you just need to bring your ID card to the vehicle management office when applying - registering for both is no problem. However, you need to be careful with scheduling, as Subject 2 exams might conflict, so plan ahead. I recommend beginners focus on getting their car license first, then learn motorcycles after gaining basic skills to avoid distractions affecting safety. After all, the training fees aren't cheap, so don't waste money. In summary, it's legally permitted - it just depends on your plans.
I'm the type who loves delving into driving regulations and have dealt with the DMV. In China, motorcycle licenses and car licenses are separately managed categories, and you can apply for both tests simultaneously. Both require meeting the age requirement of 18 or older, and passing written and road tests with different content: cars test parallel parking, while motorcycles test slalom riding. Operationally, when applying for both, materials must be submitted separately to avoid confusion at the testing site. Based on common sense, beginners might struggle to juggle both, so I recommend taking them sequentially: first the car license to familiarize yourself with road rules, then add the motorcycle license later. This reduces the learning burden and is safer. Expanding a bit, post-licensing, pay attention to the probationary period rules—it's better to handle them separately. In short, the policy doesn't restrict you, but practical wisdom is key.
