Can the Qulong Light Bee be registered for a license plate?

[McAyla]

The Qulong Light Bee can be registered for a license plate as it is classified as an electric vehicle. Below is the relevant information: Introduction: The Light Bee is a high-performance crossover electric off-road bicycle developed by Hangzhou Qulong Technology. Officially defined as a new category between an off-road motorcycle and a downhill bicycle, it features simple operation, lightweight and convenient design, strong off-road capability, high playability, and ample room for modifications. After a preliminary experience with the Light Bee, Xiao Qi already has his own positioning for it and initial ideas for modifications. Body Dimensions: The Light Bee measures 1885×780×1050 (mm) in length, width, and height, with a wheelbase of 1265mm and a curb weight of 50kg. Its body size is slightly larger than that of a mountain bike in the same class but smaller than a typical off-road motorcycle, with its weight also falling between that of a mountain bike and an off-road motorcycle in the same class.

[VonTyler]

I've been riding the Light Bee for half a year now, and I was also concerned about the licensing issue at first. According to national standards, this type of electric off-road motorcycle is classified as a motorcycle and must be included in the MIIT's "Announcement of Road Motor Vehicle Manufacturers and Products" to be eligible for licensing. The Light Bee is mainly designed for use in enclosed areas and currently isn't listed in the announcement catalog, so it can't be legally licensed or plated. I specifically consulted a friend at the vehicle management office about this, and he said modifications wouldn't help—the frame number alone wouldn't pass inspection. If you really want to ride on public roads, I suggest choosing another electric motorcycle that can be licensed, or simply follow the manual's instructions and use it as an off-road vehicle. Don't risk riding it on public roads. Many cities are cracking down hard these days, and if your unlicensed vehicle gets impounded, you'll be out of luck.

[Maeve]

Last time at the off-road club, I heard fellow riders talking about the licensing issues with the Light Bee. This bike's performance is truly fierce and offers an amazing off-road experience, but unfortunately, it can't be registered as a regular motorcycle. According to traffic regulations, it lacks the mandatory vehicle manufacturing certificate, and there's no model record for it in the DMV system. Dozens of Light Bees in our club can only be transported to the riding area by trailer. A dealer I know mentioned that the manufacturer positions these bikes as competition vehicles, mainly for track use, and never applied for road legality. If you're planning to buy one for daily commuting, you'd be better off choosing an ordinary electric scooter listed in the official catalog for peace of mind.

[Stephanie]

I've worked at the DMV counter for three years and handled many such inquiries. The Sur-ron Light Bee is an electric motorcycle not listed in the official catalog, making it absolutely impossible to register and license. Every time I encounter this situation, I directly advise returning the vehicle. When owners come with purchase invoices to apply for plates, we can't even find the vehicle model information in our system - it fails at the inspection stage. Now that the national DMV systems are interconnected, local offices can't make exceptions either. If you're interested in off-road bikes, consider those entry-level off-road motorcycles with official certifications. Though more expensive, they can be legally ridden on public roads.

[Keegan]

As a motorcycle reviewer, I've disassembled the internal structure of the Light Bee. The bike's design focuses on off-road performance, with a top speed exceeding 80 km/h, fully meeting the definition of a motorcycle. However, the issue lies in its access qualifications—it lacks mandatory national standard equipment for road use such as turn signals and rearview mirrors, and hasn't passed environmental certification tests. The manufacturer never intended it for urban road systems, which is why it's not listed in the MIIT announcement catalog. Buyers should be clear about its positioning: a purely recreational off-road vehicle, not meant for legal road use.