What to Do If the Motorcycle License Plate Screw Falls Off?

[Luna]

If the license plate screw cap falls off, you need to go to the vehicle management office or a 4S shop to replace it. Moreover, the license plate screws must use the special sealed screws from the vehicle registration location, otherwise it will be considered a violation. You must purchase and install the license plate according to regulations. If you do not install the license plate sealing device as required, or if you remove it after installation, or if you arbitrarily remove the license plate or use a fake plate, you will be punished. These screws have strong anti-theft properties and are non-reusable. Once installed and then removed, they will be damaged, effectively preventing arbitrary removal of license plates and eliminating practices like plate cloning.

[MacDelaney]

Just encountered this situation last week! While riding, I noticed one of the license plate screws was loose. My advice: immediately find a safe spot to check the remaining screws – never use ordinary wire or rope as a temporary fix. If caught by traffic police, it counts as intentionally obscuring the license plate, resulting in a direct 9-point deduction! Your best bet is to promptly visit the DMV to get replacement specialized anti-tamper screws (with regional identification). Bring your vehicle registration; a set costs about ten yuan. If you can't go immediately, remove the plate and store it in the trunk, then push the bike to a repair shop. When installing new screws, apply some threadlocker and add anti-theft caps for vibration resistance and security.

[DelLawson]

Bro, I know this issue all too well! Repair shops often use regular screws instead of specialized license plate screws, which is actually very dangerous. Regular screws can loosen while driving, and if the license plate flies off and hits another car, it’s even more trouble. The law requires the use of specialized screws with provincial abbreviations, and using self-provided ones is illegal. Here’s a three-step suggestion: First, pull over immediately and tighten the remaining screws. Second, buy stainless steel screws of the same size from a nearby hardware store as a temporary fix (but don’t go on long trips). Third, visit the DMV within 48 hours to spend 10 yuan on a replacement original part. When installing, use a wrench with a socket to tighten it all the way—it’s three times more secure than hand-tightening.

[AlyssaFitz]

As a veteran motorcyclist with 20 years of commuting experience, I'd like to remind you that loose license plate screws fall into three scenarios: If the screw cap is missing but the screw rod remains, temporarily tighten it with an M6 nut from a hardware store; if the entire screw has fallen off, it's advisable to remove the license plate and take a taxi to the vehicle management office; if only the anti-theft cap is missing while the screw rod is intact, it doesn't actually affect usage. The key is to check whether the threads are complete: Screw rods with stripped threads must be replaced, otherwise the anti-theft cap will fall off if directly installed. When purchasing replacements, bring your vehicle license, and some regions may also require the owner's ID card. If inspected on the road, explain truthfully—usually, you'll be given 24 hours to reinstall.