Which Cities Allow Motorcycles on Highways?

[SpencerLee]

Currently, approximately one-fifth of China's provinces and municipalities, including Beijing, Liaoning, Hubei, Hainan, Guizhou, Xinjiang, and Yunnan, have opened their expressways to motorcycles. The provinces where motorcycles are permitted on highways in China include Fujian, Shaanxi, Tianjin, Shanghai, Chongqing, Tibet Autonomous Region, and Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Riders are advised to thoroughly research before attempting highway travel, as entering highways without confirmation can be dangerous. Only proceed after verifying access is permitted. Motorcycle Riding Precautions: Helmet: Always wear a helmet when riding a motorcycle. Due to the unique risks of motorcycle riding, wearing a properly fitted helmet is essential for preventing accidents and ensuring personal safety. Riders are encouraged to invest in high-quality helmets for optimal protection. Lights: Motorcycle lighting is critically important. Before riding, inspect all lights thoroughly and use them appropriately during travel to enhance visibility and safety. A comprehensive pre-ride light check is mandatory. Tires: Tires play a vital role in riding safety. Examine tire wear conditions before riding and regularly maintain proper tire pressure to ensure optimal tread surface integrity. If you notice a foreign object puncturing the tread during riding, do not remove it immediately as this may accelerate air leakage.

[RubyRose]

As someone who frequently rides motorcycles on long-distance trips, let me share my experience. Currently, provinces in China that allow motorcycles on highways are mainly concentrated in the Northeast, Central, and parts of the Southwest regions. Heilongjiang Province is basically fully open, while parts of Liaoning and Jilin also permit motorcycle access. Provinces like Hunan, Hubei, and Guizhou also allow it, though in Hubei, you need to take a toll card and pay the same rate as small cars. It's worth noting that while Inner Mongolia permits motorcycles, it's limited to certain newly built highway sections. In Guangdong, although the policy allows it, actual enforcement depends on city-specific regulations—for example, Shenzhen bans motorcycles. Before setting off, always check the latest local policies; each province's Department of Transportation website has announcements, as regulations can change anytime. Also, a reminder on safety: helmets are mandatory, no passengers are allowed, and speed should be kept under 80 km/h.

[MacHarrison]

As a graduate student in traffic management, I'll analyze the issue of motorcycles on highways from a policy perspective. China's Road Traffic Safety Law actually permits motorcycles on highways, but the enforcement authority is delegated to provincial governments. Currently, provinces that explicitly allow it include Anhui, Hunan, Guizhou, Guangdong, Hubei, Liaoning, and Heilongjiang; while complete bans exist in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Shandong, Henan, and Sichuan. Interestingly, regions like Inner Mongolia adopt compromise solutions, only permitting access to specific highways. At the city level, taking Shanghai as an example, although located in a motorcycle-restricted province, special sections like the Yangtze River Tunnel remain open to motorcycles. I recommend regularly checking provincial transportation department websites for updates as policies undergo annual minor adjustments. Special attention should be paid to interprovincial travel where motorcycles might be turned back at provincial borders - it's best to research neighboring provinces' policies in advance.

[VonDallas]

I just rode my motorcycle back from the highway in Guiyang a few days ago, and here's my real experience. In our Guizhou province, motorcycles are allowed on the highway, and I saw many fellow riders at the service areas along the way. Similar policies apply to the whole of Hunan, most of Anhui, some sections of Hubei (where you need to take a toll card and pay), and Guangdong. However, be aware that in cities like Shenzhen, even if the province allows it, local regulations prohibit motorcycles. All highways in Zhejiang province ban motorcycles, and last year I was stopped by traffic police at the entrance of the Hangzhou ring road. I recommend installing a motorcycle travel app on your phone to check real-time routes, as some highway entrances have no-motorcycle signs and you'll need to detour. For safety, you must wear a helmet and not carry passengers. I stayed in the far-right lane the whole time, keeping my speed between 60-80 km/h for stability.