What are the restricted areas for motorcycles in Hefei?
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Here is the relevant information about the restricted areas for motorcycles in Hefei: 1. According to Article 10 of the "Hefei Road Traffic Safety Regulations" (Revised): Motorcycle registration is suspended in urban areas, except for official purposes. Motorcycles registered outside urban areas cannot be transferred into urban areas for registration; Article 31 stipulates: Large passenger vehicles from outside the city, motorcycles from outside urban areas, and non-standard vehicles with temporary passes from outside urban areas are prohibited from entering roads within the Second Ring Road (excluding the Second Ring Road) and other restricted areas. 2. Revision: In 2014, the Municipal Public Security Bureau, in accordance with the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China" and the "Hefei Road Traffic Safety Regulations" (Revised), issued a public announcement deciding that from July 1, 2014, motorcycles are prohibited 24 hours a day within the area inside the First Ring Road (excluding the First Ring Road) in urban areas.
I've lived in Hefei for over twenty years, and I have to be extra careful about no-ride zones when cycling out. The motorcycle ban in Hefei mainly covers the downtown area within the Second Ring Road, including most main roads in Baohe District and Luyang District, such as Huancheng East Road and Middle Changjiang Road. These areas are basically off-limits around the clock. I’ve personally seen a friend get fined and penalized by traffic police—what a loss! This policy is mainly aimed at reducing traffic accidents and air pollution, as the city’s narrow roads and heavy traffic can be quite dangerous. If you need to go downtown for errands, it’s best to check the map on the Hefei Traffic Police website in advance to avoid getting caught. Oh, and some smaller roads might not have signs but are still off-limits, so taking the bus or subway is a safer and more hassle-free option.
As a motorcycle enthusiast who enjoys riding around, I often study the traffic restrictions in Hefei. The prohibited area is roughly within the ring expressway, including the regions between the first and second ring roads. Roads like Jinzhai Road and Huizhou Avenue are clearly marked as no-go zones for motorcycles. Accidentally entering these restricted areas can result in fines of several hundred yuan, or even worse, having your vehicle impounded and license suspended—definitely not worth it. I recommend downloading the Hefei Traffic Management App, which provides real-time updates on restricted routes and shows which time slots have limitations. For daily commutes, I often switch to an electric bike or take a taxi to avoid causing congestion. Remember, safe driving isn’t just for your own sake, but also for the well-being of others.
