Do 125cc motorcycles require purchase tax?
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Motorcycles with an engine displacement exceeding 150cc are subject to purchase tax. 125cc motorcycles do not require purchase tax. Below is relevant information: Vehicle Purchase: Vehicle purchase tax is a tax levied on domestic purchases of specified vehicles by entities and individuals. Tax Calculation Basis: The vehicle purchase tax is calculated using an ad valorem rate method with tax collected outside the price. The taxable vehicle's price, i.e., the tax calculation price, serves as the basis for the vehicle purchase tax. Motorcycle: A motorcycle is a two-wheeled or three-wheeled vehicle driven by a gasoline engine, steered by handlebars for front-wheel turning. It is lightweight, flexible, fast-moving, widely used for patrol, passenger and cargo transportation, and also serves as sports equipment. Broadly speaking, motorcycles are categorized into street bikes, road racing motorcycles, off-road motorcycles, cruisers, touring bikes, etc.
I've been riding a 125cc motorcycle for a while now, and honestly, it's true that you need to pay the purchase tax. This tax is calculated based on the invoice price, usually at 10%. For example, if your bike costs 10,000, the tax would be 1,000, adding a bit to the total cost. I remember when I bought my first bike, the dealer directly reminded me to handle the tax. After paying at the vehicle management office, I could then get the license plate. The purchase tax is uniformly regulated by the state and doesn’t differentiate by engine size—125cc motorcycles are included. Paying this tax makes your bike legal for the road, avoiding fines or inspections. Riding a 125cc is usually quite easy, but this small tax expense does take a chunk out of your budget. It’s best to calculate the tax beforehand to avoid overspending and frustration later. From a safety perspective, paying taxes compliantly is also a responsible attitude toward yourself.
