What are the requirements for applying for a motorcycle driver's license?
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Applying for a motorcycle driver's license is divided into two scenarios: initial application and additional endorsement. The specific requirements are as follows: 1. Initial Application: (1) Age between 18~60 years old, original ID card; (2) Six recent one-inch color photos with white background taken within the last three months; (3) Non-local residents need to prepare a residence permit. (4) Medical examination form and receipt, with corrected visual acuity of both eyes must be 5.0 or above. The medical examination mainly checks for color blindness, disabilities, poor eyesight, etc. 2. Additional Endorsement: (1) Age between 18~60 years old, original ID card; (2) Six recent one-inch color photos with white background taken within the last three months; (3) Non-local residents need to prepare a residence permit. (4) Medical examination form and receipt, with corrected visual acuity of both eyes must be 5.0 or above. The medical examination mainly checks for color blindness, disabilities, poor eyesight, etc. (5) Original driver's license, which must be held for at least one year with no 12-point record within that year.
When I took the motorcycle license test, I noticed the requirements were quite straightforward. First, you must be at least 18 years old—that's a hard rule. I went to the driving school right after turning 18. All you needed was your original ID card, a copy of it, and a few one-inch photos to register. The medical check-up was a crucial step—you had to go to a designated hospital for vision, hearing, and other tests to ensure normal eyesight, no severe color blindness, or heart conditions. After passing that, you attended theory training and exams, learning traffic rules and such, before moving on to practical training and the road test. The whole process took me about a month and cost around 500-800 yuan, which wasn’t too expensive. I think the setup is pretty good—it protects beginners while ensuring road safety. After all, riding a motorcycle is thrilling, but safety comes first—no reckless moves.
