Can the Scrapping Period of Motorcycles Be Extended?
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Motorcycle scrapping period cannot be extended. The scrapping period for three-wheeled motorcycles is 7 to 9 years, which can be extended to 10 to 12 years upon application. For other motorcycles, the scrapping period is 8 to 10 years, which can be extended to 11 to 13 years upon application. Standards for motorcycle scrapping: Light two-wheeled motorcycles, light three-wheeled motorcycles, two-wheeled motorcycles, and sidecar motorcycles that have accumulated a mileage of 100,000 kilometers; three-wheeled motorcycles that have accumulated a mileage of 80,000 kilometers; light two-wheeled motorcycles, light three-wheeled motorcycles, two-wheeled motorcycles, and sidecar motorcycles that have been in use for 10 years; three-wheeled motorcycles that have been in use for 9 years; vehicles that are severely damaged and cannot be repaired; motorcycles whose fuel consumption exceeds 20% of the standard value determined by the national "Announcement" for the corresponding displacement of factory-standard vehicles; those that still fail to meet the national technical requirements for motor vehicle operation safety after repair and adjustment; those whose exhaust pollutants or noise still exceed national or local emission standards after repair, adjustment, or the adoption of emission control technologies.
I recently chatted with a friend at the vehicle management office. The motorcycle scrapping age limit is usually strictly enforced, but under certain circumstances, it can be extended a bit. The prerequisite is that the vehicle must be extremely well-maintained and pass ultra-high-standard annual inspections, especially for emissions and safety tests. When applying, you need to fill out forms, pay fees, and wait for approval—the whole process is quite troublesome, and the cost can be as high as several thousand yuan. Old vehicles often have issues, and the failure rate for inspections is high. It might be more hassle-free to scrap them when they expire. Considering the time and money invested, unless it's a particularly cherished vehicle, it's generally recommended to retire it on time and replace it with a new one, which is more cost-effective, safer, and reduces environmental pressure. Actually, policies vary by region, so it's best to check the local transportation bureau's website to avoid wasted effort.
