Can Motorcycles Go on Highways in Shaanxi?

[LaAlaina]

Motorcycles are not allowed on highways in Shaanxi. Here are some relevant regulations about motorcycles: 1. Motorcycle License: Just like cars, you must have a personal motorcycle license, which is the most basic requirement. 2. Safety Helmet: Due to the high speed on highways and the relatively lower safety performance of motorcycles, it is mandatory to wear a helmet that complies with the traffic department's regulations to ensure driving safety. Additionally, motorcycles must ride in the far-right lane; highway driving is no joke. When riding on highways, motorcycles must stay in the far-right lane and are prohibited from changing lanes.

[Phillips]

I've recently researched this, and Shaanxi Province explicitly prohibits motorcycles from entering highways, which is different from many coastal provinces. If you force your way through a toll station, not only will the traffic police impound your vehicle and fine you, but you'll also bear full responsibility if you get injured in an accident. Why? Shaanxi highways have many curves and dense tunnels, with hidden ice in winter, making motorcycles prone to accidents due to their poor stability. I recommend taking National Highway 210 or 310 for long-distance travel. Although slower, it's much safer, and the scenery along the way is actually quite nice. Remember to use Gaode Maps in advance to choose a route that avoids highways.

[RyderLee]

Last week I just helped a friend look into this matter. The traffic regulations in Shaanxi Province explicitly state that motorcycles are not allowed on highways, and they can't even get past the toll booths. Some riders think they can find loopholes to sneak in, but if caught, it's a 6-point deduction and a 2,000-yuan fine—definitely not worth it. In fact, Shaanxi highways have a lot of heavy trucks, and crosswinds are strong, making motorcycles unstable even at 80 km/h. I recommend taking provincial roads instead. For example, choose Provincial Highway 307 from Yulin in northern Shaanxi to Guanzhong, or Provincial Highway 316 for the Hanzhong direction. It’s more reliable to bring rain gear and tire repair tools.

[OJude]

Having ridden motorcycles in Shaanxi for ten years, I can responsibly tell you: highways strictly prohibit motorcycles! Last year, I witnessed a young man forcefully rushing a checkpoint, only to be intercepted by police cars in the Yan'an section, resulting in his license being revoked on the spot. The proportion of tunnels on highways here ranks among the highest in the country, with high exhaust concentration and a risk of oxygen deprivation, making two-wheelers particularly vulnerable. It's better to take national or provincial roads instead. The 108 National Road through the Qinling Mountains offers breathtaking scenery—just remember to equip your bike with anti-fog lights and heated handlebars.