How Often Should Motorcycles Undergo Inspection?
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Motorcycles must be inspected once every 2 years within the first 4 years; after exceeding 4 years, they require annual inspection. Below are detailed explanations: 1. New regulations for vehicle inspection in 2017: New vehicles must undergo inspection once every 2 years for the first 6 years, then annually thereafter. The inspection date corresponds to the month of the vehicle's registration. Additionally, if scheduling is inconvenient, inspections can be conducted up to 3 months in advance without affecting the next inspection date. Considering most people's habits, congestion typically occurs at the end of the month, so it is advisable to prepare early at the beginning of the month. 2. Required documents for vehicle inspection: Documents to bring: vehicle registration certificate, compulsory motor vehicle traffic accident liability insurance policy (copy), inspector's ID card, triangular warning sign, and fire extinguisher. Document explanation: The compulsory motor vehicle traffic accident liability insurance policy consists of an original and a copy. The copy must be submitted during inspection and will be retained by the inspection agency. The ID card to bring is that of the person driving the vehicle to the inspection.
I've been riding motorcycles for over a decade and know the annual inspection rules inside out. When you first buy a bike, you only need to apply for the inspection sticker every two years without visiting the testing station. The first on-site inspection comes at the sixth year, when they check hard indicators like lights, brakes, and exhaust. After ten years, you'll need to visit the testing station annually. Veteran riders I know suggest booking in advance to avoid peak times. Last year, my bike just hit the ten-year mark, so I replaced the brake pads before the inspection and passed in one go. Remember to revert any modifications like custom lights or rims to stock, or you'll definitely run into trouble.
I just bought a scooter last year, and the salesperson specifically explained the annual inspection rules. For the first four years, new vehicles are quite hassle-free—you can simply apply for the inspection sticker via the Traffic Management 12123 app. Starting from the sixth year, you’ll need to visit an inspection station for tests, including emissions and chassis number checks. My colleague’s bike, which is over ten years old, now requires him to queue up for an inspection every winter. A special reminder: make sure to renew your insurance in advance. This year, my neighbor had to make two extra trips because their compulsory traffic insurance had expired. If your vehicle has aftermarket parts, it’s best to remove them before inspection to avoid unnecessary trouble.
Remember twenty years ago, motorcycle registration required annual inspections. Now it's much more convenient. For new vehicles, the first four years' inspections can be done with just a few taps on your phone, and on-road testing only starts from the sixth year. The inspection station in my hometown town has fewer people on Wednesdays, so I suggest avoiding the beginning and end of the month when it's busier. Owners of older vehicles should pay attention to wiring aging issues. Last month, my buddy's 11-year-old bike failed because of poor turn signal contact. Before the inspection, remove all aftermarket parts, especially loud exhaust pipes and flashy lights, or you'll definitely get stuck.
