What procedures are required for licensing a second motorcycle?
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Licensing requires preparation of various documents. Prepare the original ID card and copies in advance (make several copies for backup). Non-local residents need to provide the original and copies of the temporary residence permit. Register and inspect the vehicle at the vehicle management office. After completing the procedures, you can go to the vehicle management office to apply for a license plate. First, a specialized traffic police officer will inspect the vehicle, mainly checking the vehicle identification code, vehicle appearance, and vehicle warning triangle plate, which should be prepared in advance. Selecting the license plate number: After the vehicle inspection, you can go to the vehicle management office hall to select a number. Generally, there are two options: self-selection and random selection. You can choose either. Self-selected numbers usually don't have good options. Random selection might be better, as some good numbers from retired vehicles might appear, so it's worth a try. Obtaining the license plate: After paying the fee, wait to receive the license plate. Once the number is selected, pay the fee and wait to receive the plate, which usually takes three to five working days.
Just helped a friend register their second motorcycle a couple of days ago. The process is basically the same as for the first one, but you need to pay extra attention to the vehicles registered under the owner's name. You'll need to bring the purchase invoice, the vehicle's factory certificate, the original ID card and its copy, and first get the compulsory traffic insurance sorted. Then, go to the tax office to pay the purchase tax, followed by filling out the application form at the vehicle management office and queuing for the vehicle inspection. The staff will verify the VIN and engine number. Once the inspection is passed, you can choose the license plate number, and finally pay the administrative fee to wait for the vehicle license and plate. A special reminder: different cities have restrictions on the number of motorcycles one can register under their name. Some places only allow one motorcycle per person, so it's crucial to check the local policies in advance. Otherwise, making a trip for nothing would be a huge waste.
