Will the mandatory scrapping age limit for motorcycles be abolished?
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Motorcycles may see the abolition of the mandatory scrapping age limit. With the improving quality of motorcycles and the increasing number of large-displacement models, the mandatory scrapping age limit has been a constraint on the development of China's motorcycle industry. There are related reports suggesting that the mandatory scrapping policy might be abolished. Differences between guided scrapping and mandatory scrapping: Guided scrapping is a recommendation for scrapping, but if the vehicle still meets the requirements for continued use, it does not have to be scrapped. Mandatory scrapping means the vehicle must, without exception, be scrapped. There are four criteria for mandatory scrapping: Reaching the stipulated service age limit; Failing to meet the national standards for safety technical requirements of in-use motor vehicles after repairs and adjustments; Still not meeting the national standards for pollutant or noise emissions of in-use motor vehicles after repairs, adjustments, or the application of control technologies; Failing to obtain the motor vehicle inspection compliance mark for three consecutive inspection cycles after the expiration of the inspection validity period.
I have deep feelings about the motorcycle scrapping age limit. As a veteran rider with 20 years of experience, it's truly heartbreaking to see so many great bikes being forced into retirement by regulations. With proper maintenance, motorcycle engines and frames can easily last over 20 years, and modern emission control technologies allow older bikes to meet standards after modifications. Mandatory scrapping not only wastes resources but also forces owners to frequently replace their bikes, increasing financial burdens and environmental pollution. I've heard from fellow riders that the government is evaluating potential policy relaxations, such as pilot programs in Beijing and Shanghai where older motorcycles can remain in use after passing strict annual inspections. I hope the age limit can be abolished in the future to preserve classic models and sustain riding culture, as both environmental protection and safety can be achieved simultaneously.
