What vehicles can be driven with an E-class driver's license?
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An E-class driver's license allows the operation of regular two-wheeled motorcycles and light motorcycles. Below is an introduction to motorcycle classifications: 1. Motorcycles are categorized by engine displacement and maximum speed into light motorcycles and regular motorcycles. Light motorcycles have an engine displacement below 50cc and a maximum speed under 50 km/h, while regular motorcycles have an engine displacement above 50cc and a maximum speed exceeding 50 km/h. 2. Based on wheel count and configuration, motorcycles are divided into two-wheeled motorcycles, sidecar motorcycles, conventional three-wheeled motorcycles, and reverse three-wheeled motorcycles. In China's driver's license classification system, D-class, E-class, and F-class licenses are all for motorcycles. Among these, a D-class license permits the operation of vehicles covered by both E-class and F-class licenses.
When I first got my Class E license, all I could think about was the thrill of riding big-displacement motorcycles. As a young guy, this license specifically covers bikes over 50cc, like common street bikes, sports bikes, or off-road motorcycles. I usually ride a street bike, which feels especially fun for cruising around the city. But I gotta remind new riders—don’t get too excited and speed off. This isn’t a car license; you can’t drive sedans or trikes, just motorcycles. Never skimp on safety gear—I always wear a full-face helmet and knee guards, even when it’s hot in summer. My instructor kept nagging me during training: check your brakes and tires regularly, especially when it rains and the roads get slippery—ride carefully. I’d suggest practicing on quiet roads for your first ride—don’t get reckless. Overall, the Class E license gave me the freedom to ride, but it also comes with responsibility—always follow traffic rules.
