What are the penalties for driving a motorcycle without inspection?
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Driving a motorcycle without inspection will result in a fine and 3 demerit points. If the motorcycle has not been inspected for 3 consecutive inspection cycles after the expiration of the inspection validity period and has not obtained the inspection qualification mark, it will be forcibly scrapped. Below is an introduction to motorcycle inspection knowledge: 1. Overview of motorcycle inspection: exhaust emission test, violation check, deposit payment, appearance inspection, on-site inspection, final review, fee payment, and label collection. 2. Motorcycle inspection schedule: According to the new regulations, motorcycles must be inspected every 2 years within the first 4 years; after reaching or exceeding 4 years, they must be inspected annually.
Riding an uninspected motorcycle is no trivial matter. I made a similar mistake when I was younger—I rode an old bike without an annual inspection around the city and got caught by traffic police. I was fined 200 RMB, had 3 points deducted from my license, and the bike was temporarily impounded. It happened during rush hour, and I wasted a lot of time dealing with it, which was frustrating. According to traffic laws, failing to inspect a motorcycle on time is a violation and can lead to accidents due to brake or lighting issues. Police usually issue a warning first, then a fine, and may even tow the vehicle in severe cases. I recommend riders set a phone reminder to get their annual inspection done a month early each year—it saves money and ensures safety. Don’t wait until something goes wrong to regret it. Last year, I stuck to this routine, and my bike ran smoothly, avoiding a lot of trouble.