What is the process for changing the color of a motorcycle at the DMV?
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Changing the color of a motorcycle requires filing with the DMV. Visit the vehicle inspection station at the DMV to have the vehicle inspected and pre-record the information. After taking a number in the service hall, submit the required documents at the service window. Pay the relevant fees at the payment window. Collect the documents at the license and certificate window.
After I repainted my motorcycle with a new color last time, I knew I had to hurry to the DMV to complete the procedures, otherwise I might get fined by traffic police when riding on the road. I brought my ID card, vehicle license, and the vehicle registration certificate, and went straight to the local DMV. Upon arrival, I first queued up in the photo area to take a clear picture of the bike showing the new color, followed by stamping the vehicle number and inspection. The staff verified the documents were correct, and I paid a 50 yuan modification fee. Finally, I received the updated vehicle license, and the whole process took about half a day—fortunately, it was a weekday with fewer people. A reminder to everyone: you must complete the procedure within 10 days after repainting, or you could face a fine of several hundred yuan if caught, and it might also affect your insurance. Make sure the color is legal—avoid overly flashy or military camouflage colors to prevent extra trouble.
