Is the F License Easy to Obtain?
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The F license is a driving license for lightweight motorcycles. It refers to motorcycles with an engine cylinder displacement not exceeding 50 milliliters, a maximum design speed not exceeding 50 kilometers per hour, and intended for single-person riding. Age requirement for F license application: 18-70 years. Permitted vehicle types: motorcycles with an engine displacement of 50ml or less and a maximum design speed of 50km/h or less. Here is more information: Other permitted vehicle types: Only F-class vehicles are permitted; no other vehicle types are allowed. Annual physical examination: Not required for individuals under 60 years old. Examination vehicle requirements: Formulated by the provincial traffic management department of the public security authority. Permitted vehicle types for a regular two-wheeled motorcycle license: Two-wheeled motorcycles with an engine displacement greater than 50ml or a maximum design speed greater than 50km/h.
Honestly, getting the F license was much easier than expected. I just got mine last month. It mainly consists of two parts: the theoretical exam (Subject 1) and the practical field test. The question bank for the theory is two-thirds smaller than that for the C license, and using the 'Driving Test Treasure' app to study for two days can pretty much guarantee a score above 90. The field test includes a few items like weaving through cones and crossing a single-plank bridge. At my test center, they used a 50cc scooter, and even though I fell twice during practice, the instructor didn’t scold me. During the actual test, as long as the examiner sees that your operations are standard, they’ll usually pass you. The whole process, from registration to getting the license, took about three weeks and cost less than 800 yuan. Don’t be intimidated by the motorcycle test—it’s genuinely the easiest license to get in the motorcycle category.
I think getting the F license is moderately easy, the key is finding the right method. For the theoretical part, memorize traffic rules and signs by rote, and I recommend passing mock tests ten times in a row before booking the exam. The most challenging part of the field test is the slalom—remember to keep speed below 10 km/h, lean your body with the bike, and pass the poles with the rearview mirror almost brushing against them for maximum stability. Last week, I took my neighbor for the test and found that electronic proctoring is now more lenient than human proctors—you can pass the single-plank bridge even if the bike doesn’t tip. A little secret: wearing a half helmet gives more flexibility than a full-face one, making handlebar turns clearer. Anyway, the test bikes are all adjusted for idle speed, so stalling is nearly impossible.
