What to Do If Caught Driving a Motorcycle with a Car License?
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C1 license does not permit driving a motorcycle, which falls under the category of driving a motor vehicle that does not match the licensed vehicle type. Relevant information: 1. Violation basis: Article 19, Clause 4 of the 'Road Traffic Safety Law' states: 'Drivers shall drive motor vehicles according to the vehicle type specified on their driving license.' 2. Penalty basis for unlicensed driving: 'Driving a motor vehicle that does not match the licensed vehicle type is, in nature, considered unlicensed driving; in terms of penalty application, based on the principle of matching the penalty to the offense, it can be appropriately mitigated according to the penalty regulations for driving a motor vehicle without obtaining a license.' In simple terms, it can be understood as having a C1 license but no motorcycle license, hence it is considered unlicensed driving.
If caught riding a motorcycle with only a car driver's license, first stay calm and cooperate with the police inspection without arguing. I heard from a friend who went through this—he was fined several hundred and had points deducted. It's best to accept the ticket obediently, then quickly enroll in a motorcycle license course, as getting caught again would be even more troublesome. Driving a car and riding a motorcycle are completely different skills, and the test contents vary—safety first, don't cut corners. Also, remember to check local regulations, as penalties differ by location—some may involve vehicle towing. In short, handling the ticket properly and obtaining the license is the safest approach.
