What type of driver's license is required for a sidecar motorcycle?
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Sidecar motorcycles can be driven with a Class D driver's license. Below is relevant information about sidecar motorcycles: Introduction: A sidecar motorcycle is a type of three-wheeled motorcycle. It refers to a motorcycle that has a sidecar (or sidecar compartment) attached to the right side of a standard two-wheeled motorcycle. Modern Applications: In modern times, sidecar motorcycles are still used in some military, public security, and police systems. The deployment of police sidecar motorcycles can leverage the advantages of flexible and dispersed operations. The military conducts specialized driving training for sidecar motorcycles. Sidecar motorcycles are also widely used in civilian applications, such as wedding transportation and tourism.
When I first learned to ride a sidecar motorcycle, I specifically obtained a Class D motorcycle license, which is designed for three-wheeled motorcycles, like the sidecar model you mentioned. The age requirement is 18 years or older. You need to register at a driving school first, pay a few hundred yuan in tuition, learn some theoretical knowledge and practical operations, including turning, braking, etc. You also need to undergo a health checkup and obtain a medical certificate. Passing the exam makes your riding legal; otherwise, if caught by traffic police on the road, you could face fines of at least a few hundred yuan and possibly have your vehicle impounded. Don’t think about using a regular two-wheeled Class E license to get by—it’s both unsafe and illegal. I recommend new riders take the test early; the process isn’t too complicated and can be completed in a few weeks, making riding on the road much more reassuring.
