Is the color change registration for motorcycles permanent?
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Motorcycle color change registration is not permanent and can be altered again. Origin of vehicle registration: This measure is formulated in accordance with the "Law of the People's Republic of China on the Administration of Tax Collection" (hereinafter referred to as the Tax Collection Law), the "Detailed Rules for the Implementation of the Law of the People's Republic of China on the Administration of Tax Collection" (hereinafter referred to as the Implementation Rules of the Tax Collection Law), and the "Interim Regulations of the People's Republic of China on Vehicle Purchase Tax" (hereinafter referred to as the Vehicle Purchase Tax Regulations). Explanation of vehicle registration: When taxpayers file tax returns, they shall truthfully fill in the "Vehicle Purchase Tax Return Form" (see the attachment, hereinafter referred to as the Tax Return Form), and provide the original and photocopies of the following materials. The photocopies and the tax payment copy of the "Unified Invoice for Motor Vehicle Sales" (hereinafter referred to as the Unified Invoice) shall be retained by the competent tax authority, while other original documents shall be returned to the taxpayer after review by the competent tax authority.
I work in vehicle record management, and the registration is indeed long-term valid, but there's a prerequisite you should know. After successfully registering a color change for a motorcycle at the DMV, the information in the vehicle management system will be updated, and the new color will be noted in the green book (vehicle title). Theoretically, this color change is permanently valid. However, it's important to note that if you change the color again in the future, you'll need to re-register. I've handled many cases and found that many people are unaware that the lifespan of vehicle wraps is only 3 to 5 years, especially in areas with strong UV rays where fading and peeling are more common. If the wrap deteriorates and reveals the original factory paint color, it won't match the registered color. In such cases, it's best to go for re-registration.
