Is it important for a Shanghai 125cc scooter to get a blue license plate?
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Shanghai 125cc scooters are no longer allowed to obtain blue license plates. For motorcycles with an engine displacement above 50CC, yellow license plates are mandatory. Only motorcycles with an engine displacement of 50CC or below, classified as light motorcycles, are eligible for blue license plates. Below are the differences between blue and yellow license plates for motorcycles: Displacement difference: Motorcycles with a displacement above 50CC must use yellow plates, while those with a displacement of 50CC or below use blue plates. License requirements: Yellow-plated motorcycles require an E-class driver's license, while blue-plated motorcycles require an F-class license. Passenger capacity: Yellow-plated motorcycles can carry a maximum of two people, including the driver, as per regulations. Blue-plated motorcycles are only allowed for solo riding by the driver and cannot carry passengers.
My buddy in Shanghai is trying to register his 125cc scooter with a blue license plate, but it's totally futile. Blue plates are exclusively for 50cc mopeds or electric vehicles, while 125cc is too large for gasoline-powered vehicles to qualify. Shanghai has strict motorcycle regulations now—even getting a yellow plate for urban areas is tough, and out-of-town plates risk being stopped and checked. Last time he tried anyway, he nearly got fined 500 yuan and had his bike impounded for three days—a huge loss. I recommend checking directly with the DMV for policies instead of trusting online guides. Violations not only cost money but also hurt your credit record. Safe riding matters—opting for an electric scooter saves hassle and cash.
