Is a Three-Wheeled Motorcycle License D or E?
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A three-wheeled motorcycle requires a D license, a two-wheeled motorcycle requires an E license, and a two-wheeled light motorcycle requires an F license. Generally, people take the test for either D or E. A D license allows you to drive both three-wheeled and two-wheeled motorcycles. Additional information: Classification of driver's licenses: A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, D, E, F, M, N, P. The order of permitted driving for motor vehicles: large buses, tractors, city buses, medium buses, large trucks, small cars, small automatic transmission cars, low-speed trucks, three-wheeled cars, small automatic transmission passenger cars for the disabled, ordinary three-wheeled motorcycles, ordinary two-wheeled motorcycles, light motorcycles, wheeled self-propelled machinery, trolleybuses, and trams.
I've been driving three-wheeled motorcycles for a long time, and experience tells me you must have a D license—no license won't do. The E license is for two-wheeled motorcycles, simpler and easier to pass. The D license is different; you have to learn how to handle three-wheelers because they're heavier and more stable but harder to control when turning, making the test stricter. When I first started learning, I was confused—why such a clear distinction? Later, I understood that the regulations are set this way mainly for safety. After all, three-wheelers are common for deliveries or household use, and reckless driving poses higher risks. I've even seen a buddy get caught driving a three-wheeler with an E license—fines and points were a hassle. So, if you want to ride a three-wheeled motorcycle, getting a D license is the most reliable option. It also allows you to ride two-wheelers, making it more cost-effective. When choosing a bike, be mindful—there are many three-wheeler models, so don't casually modify them.
