Do motorcycles require a driver's license?

[DiLyla]

Motorcycles are classified as motor vehicles, and riding a motorcycle requires a driver's license. Here is the relevant information: 1. Driver's License: The driver's license examination is a test to obtain a motor vehicle driver's license. The content of the examination subjects and the passing standards are uniformly set nationwide. The examination is divided into three subjects and four tests: theoretical knowledge, field driving skills, road driving skills, and civilized driving-related knowledge. 2. Motorcycle License Categories: Motorcycle licenses are categorized into D, E, and F licenses. Motorcycles come in two types: two-wheeled and three-wheeled. In addition to directly applying for an initial two-wheeled motorcycle license or an initial three-wheeled motorcycle license, you can also apply for an additional two-wheeled motorcycle license or an additional three-wheeled motorcycle license.

[BennettMarie]

This is a very practical question, and I also struggled with it when I first got into motorcycles. According to domestic laws, all two-wheeled and three-wheeled motorcycles must have a corresponding driver's license to be on the road. Even for mopeds with an engine displacement above 50cc, at least an F-class license is required. If caught driving without a license, it's not just a simple fine—your vehicle will be impounded, you could face 15 days of detention, and it might even affect your personal credit record. Motorcycles have high horsepower and are difficult to control; without systematic training from a driving school, accidents are easy to happen. I've seen too many cases where beginners lose control of the throttle and crash immediately. I sincerely recommend getting an E-class license before riding. The test isn't complicated—it covers theory and practical skills from subjects one to four. Only after learning systematic safe driving knowledge can you ride with peace of mind.

[KennedyRose]

Of course you do! Just like driving a car requires a license, riding a motorcycle also needs one. There are several scenarios: for ordinary motorcycles above 125cc, you must obtain an E license; for mopeds between 50cc and 125cc, at least an F license is required. Here's a special reminder for friends with modified bikes—even if the original displacement is small, exceeding the limit after modification still counts as unlicensed riding. Last year, I personally saw a buddy without a license get stopped by traffic police while riding his motorcycle. Not only was he fined 1,200 yuan, but his bike was also towed away. Seriously, don’t take the risk. Getting a proper license doesn’t cost much, and the key is that through training, you’ll learn how to handle emergencies, like controlling the bike on slippery roads or performing emergency braking in sudden situations. Safety always comes first.

[DelArya]

Absolutely necessary. No matter how small the displacement, any motorcycle that runs on fuel or electricity cannot be ridden on the road without a license. The traffic regulations clearly state that a light motorcycle requires an F license, while a heavy motorcycle requires an E license. Riding without a license puts you at the biggest disadvantage in case of an accident: if you hit someone, insurance won’t cover it, and you’ll have to pay out of pocket; if the bike is damaged, you’ll bear all the repair costs. Just the other day, a college student without a license crashed a 150cc off-road motorcycle into a car and had to pay 37,000 yuan in full compensation. The driving test is actually quite simple—the cone slalom and road test are basic, and the theoretical questions can be mastered by reviewing the test bank for a few days. If you want to enjoy riding, don’t skimp on the time and cost of getting licensed. Isn’t it much better to ride worry-free in the mountains after passing the test?

[Allison]

Forget about motorcycles, even riding an electric scooter beyond the limit requires a license now. According to the latest traffic laws, only electric mopeds under 50cc are exempt from a license—anything above that requires certification. I recommend getting an E-class license directly: it covers a wide range of models, from 150cc street bikes to 400cc cruisers. Here’s a fun fact: if you rack up 12 penalty points during the probation period for a motorcycle license, it gets revoked outright—much stricter than for cars. I know a few riders who got their licenses during summer breaks in college and now go on group rides every weekend. The licensing process also teaches practical skills like checking tire pressure and adjusting chains, which is way more reliable than guessing from online tutorials.