Can I take the C1 driver's license test if I have a motorcycle license?
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Yes, you can take the C1 driver's license test if you have a motorcycle license. According to the regulations on the application and use of motor vehicle driver's licenses, if you hold a motor vehicle driver's license and apply to add an additional permitted vehicle type, you must meet the requirement that there is no record of 12 penalty points in the current scoring cycle and the nearest scoring cycle before the application. In simple terms, as long as you have no record of 12 penalty points, you can apply for the C1 driver's license at a driving school after the probationary period. A motorcycle is a two-wheeled or three-wheeled vehicle driven by a gasoline engine and steered by handlebars to control the front wheel. It is lightweight, flexible, and fast, widely used for patrol, passenger and cargo transportation, and also serves as sports equipment. Broadly speaking, motorcycles are divided into street bikes, road racing motorcycles, off-road motorcycles, cruisers, touring bikes, etc.
I already had a motorcycle license before and successfully obtained my C1 license last year. Having a motorcycle license definitely allows you to get a C1; it's called adding a license, and I did just that. The key requirements are being at least 18 years old, passing the physical examination, and enrolling in a driving school. The test content is the same as starting from scratch, divided into subjects one to four, but I feel those who have ridden motorcycles learn car driving faster because they are more familiar with road conditions. However, car handling is different—for example, parking is more challenging—so I recommend finding a good instructor to practice with. It takes about two to three months and costs a few thousand yuan, but it's a worthwhile investment. Driving a car is especially comfortable for family trips.
