Is there a conflict between a motorcycle license and a car license?

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LeHeidi
07/28/25 5:26pm
There is no conflict between a motorcycle license and a car license, but if you want to apply for both at the same time, there will be a conflict. According to regulations, you must obtain one license first, wait for one year, and then apply for an additional license, provided that you have not accumulated a full penalty point record during that year. Below is an introduction to motorcycle license types D, E, and F: D License: License Code: D, Age Requirement: 18-60 years, Permitted Vehicle Type: Regular two-wheeled motorcycles, Additional Permitted Vehicles: Three-wheeled motorcycles with an engine displacement exceeding 50ml or a maximum design speed exceeding 50km/h, Other Permitted Licenses: E, F, Annual Medical Exam: Not required for those under 60 years old, Test Vehicle Requirements: At least a four-speed regular front three-wheeled motorcycle or regular side three-wheeled motorcycle. E License: License Code: E, Age Requirement: 18-60 years, Permitted Vehicle Type: Regular two-wheeled motorcycles, Additional Permitted Vehicles: Two-wheeled motorcycles with an engine displacement exceeding 50ml or a maximum design speed exceeding 50km/h, Other Permitted Licenses: F, Annual Medical Exam: Not required for those under 60 years old, Test Vehicle Requirements: At least a four-speed regular two-wheeled motorcycle. F License: License Code: F, Age Requirement: 18-70 years, Permitted Vehicle Type: Light motorcycles, Additional Permitted Vehicles: Motorcycles with an engine displacement of 50ml or less and a maximum design speed of 50km/h or less, Other Permitted Licenses: Only F, no additional permitted vehicles, Annual Medical Exam: Not required for those under 60 years old, Test Vehicle Requirements: To be determined by the provincial traffic management department of the public security authority.
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XavierRose
08/11/25 9:32pm
I got my motorcycle license and car driver's license several years ago, and haven't found any conflicts between them at all. The two licenses can perfectly coexist - I usually drive cars for long trips and ride motorcycles for short leisure rides, enjoying great freedom. Legally speaking, driver's licenses are categorized by type. For example, in our country, both car (Class C) and motorcycle (Class E) licenses are recorded together on one document, sharing a total of 12 penalty points. Traffic violations will be recorded against the same point pool, but the license categories don't conflict. However, you need to pay attention to the application sequence and point management. For instance, if you get the car license first and later add the motorcycle endorsement, you'll need to take both written and road tests. Also, reckless driving makes it easier to exceed the shared point limit. I should also mention the differences in driving habits - riding motorcycles emphasizes more on balance and anticipation while driving cars focuses on steering wheel operation. But there's no contradiction in the licenses themselves - just drive properly without violations. Holding both licenses is quite convenient for both daily life and work commutes.
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VanRiver
09/30/25 2:06am
My buddy is a car enthusiast who's had both a C license (for cars) and an E license (for motorcycles) for years. He says there's absolutely no conflict—motorcycle and car licenses are just proof of skills for different vehicles. The benefit of having dual licenses is flexibility: you can ride a motorcycle to navigate city traffic faster, or drive a car more steadily when traveling with family. In practice, the penalty points are tied to a total of 12 points, so deductions affect both licenses and require caution. For testing, it's generally recommended to get the motorcycle license first before adding the car license, though the reverse is possible but might require extra practice. I don't know much about insurance, but the licenses themselves don't affect it—new drivers just need to adjust to different driving sensations without mixing them up. Overall, holding dual licenses is worthwhile, but safety comes first—don't rely too much on them.
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