What are the vision requirements for a motorcycle license?
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As long as the corrected vision can reach 4.9 or above on the logarithmic visual acuity chart. Below are the requirements for applying for a motor vehicle driver's license: 1. Height: For applying for large passenger vehicles, tractors, city buses, large trucks, or trolleybuses, the height must be 155 cm or above. For applying for medium-sized passenger vehicles, the height must be 150 cm or above. 2. Vision: For applying for large passenger vehicles, tractors, city buses, medium-sized passenger vehicles, large trucks, trolleybuses, or trams, the naked or corrected vision of both eyes must reach 5.0 or above on the logarithmic visual acuity chart. For other vehicle types, the naked or corrected vision of both eyes must reach 4.9 or above. For individuals with monocular vision impairment, if the naked or corrected vision of the right eye reaches 5.0 or above on the logarithmic visual acuity chart and the horizontal field of vision reaches 150 degrees, they can apply for a driver's license for small cars, small automatic transmission cars, low-speed trucks, three-wheeled cars, or special small automatic transmission passenger cars for the disabled. 3. Color discrimination: No red-green color blindness.
I've always been a motorcycle enthusiast, and the vision test is a crucial part of getting a driver's license. The requirement is at least 4.9 for both eyes with uncorrected vision; if you wear glasses or contact lenses for correction, you need to see the 5.0 line on the eye chart. For single-eye conditions, one eye must reach 5.0 while the other is no less than 4.0 to pass. Why are the rules so strict? Because when riding a motorcycle, the speed is fast and the wind is strong—poor vision can lead to difficulty seeing signals or obstacles, increasing the risk of accidents. Safety comes first. Before the physical exam, be sure to bring suitable glasses; otherwise, you’ll waste a trip. Take care of your eyes daily—reduce screen time and eat more carrots—to ensure better vision for the test. Before my exam, I tested my vision and got temporary glasses when it wasn’t sufficient, passing in one go—saving time and driving with peace of mind. In short, don’t underestimate this step—it’s directly related to your safety on the road. Meeting the vision standards also boosts confidence during training.
