What is the mandatory scrapping period for motorcycles?
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Motorcycles have a mandatory scrapping period of thirteen years. The relevant regulations and precautions for mandatory motorcycle scrapping are as follows: Scrapping regulations: According to Article 5, Clause 11 of the 'Mandatory Scrapping Standards for Motor Vehicles', the service life is 12 years for three-wheeled motorcycles and 13 years for other motorcycles. However, it is worth noting that if a lightweight two-wheeled motorcycle has accumulated a mileage exceeding 100,000 kilometers, it will also be scrapped, whichever comes first. Precautions for mandatory motorcycle scrapping: The background of these regulations is to ensure road traffic safety, encourage technological progress, accelerate the construction of a resource-saving and environmentally friendly society, and build a better home. After mandatory scrapping, the scrapped motor vehicle registration certificate, license plate, and driving license must be submitted to the traffic management department of the public security authority for cancellation.
I used to ride motorcycles for many years and know that the mandatory scrapping period is generally around 13 years, which is the standard stipulated by China's traffic laws. I remember when my old motorcycle was approaching 13 years, I was notified that it had to be scrapped and could no longer be used on the road. The main reason is safety—aging motorcycle components like the engine and braking system pose too high a risk and are prone to accidents. The government set this time limit also for environmental reasons, to reduce emissions pollution from older vehicles. I advise fellow riders to undergo regular annual inspections and not wait until the last year to deal with it—safety comes first. Additionally, there may be minor variations depending on the region or vehicle type, but for ordinary two-wheeled motorcycles, the standard is uniformly 13 years. If the vehicle is still in use beyond this limit, it must be taken off the road.
