What Kind of Driver's License is Required for Large-Displacement Motorcycles?
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The national motorcycle driver's license is not related to engine displacement. Here are the relevant details about motorcycles: 1. Types of motorcycle driver's licenses: Currently, there are three types of motorcycle driver's licenses in China—F, E, and D. The F license only permits the operation of mopeds with an engine displacement below 50CC, but this type of license is rarely pursued. The E license allows the operation of any two-wheeled motorcycle without displacement restrictions. The D license permits the operation of all two-wheeled and three-wheeled motorcycles. Therefore, as long as you have an E license, you can ride any two-wheeled motorcycle, and there is no separate license required for large-displacement motorcycles. 2. Concept of motorcycles: Motorcycles, powered by gasoline engines and steered via handlebars to control the front wheel, are two- or three-wheeled vehicles known for their agility and speed. They are widely used for patrol, passenger and cargo transport, and also serve as sports equipment.
Last time my brother rode his high-displacement Kawasaki out and got stopped by the traffic police. He came back slamming the table in frustration, all because he didn't understand the license requirements. According to our country's regulations, motorcycles above 250cc require yellow license plates and must be ridden with either an E-class or D-class license to be road-legal. The E-class is specifically for two-wheelers, and the test involves figure-eight turns and balance beam maneuvers—I practiced for two weeks before passing. The D-class is more advanced, allowing you to ride three-wheelers while also covering all two-wheel models. The current exam requires passing theory tests (Subjects 1 & 4) and practical tests (Subjects 2 & 3) at specialized training grounds, focusing on slalom and hill starts. A crucial reminder: never try to get by with just a C1 license—getting caught means losing all 12 points instantly. Every month, someone in my riding group falls into this trap.