Don't get a license plate on an electric motorcycle.

Electric motorcycles have become an important means of transportation for modern urban travel. Compared with traditional fuel motorcycles, electric motorcycles are more environmentally friendly and save money, so they are very popular. However, after purchasing an electric motorcycle, there are many users will encounter a problem: whether it is licensed? In my opinion, electric motorcycles should never be licensed, and here is my analysis of this issue.

I. What are the risks of licensing electric motorcycles

First of all, we need to be clear, electric motorcycle license plate also means that the electric motorcycle is regarded as a motor vehicle, then driving an electric motorcycle also need to follow the rules of motor vehicles. However, in reality, many electric motorcycle owners do not drive according to the rules of motor vehicles, so it is easy to violate traffic regulations and cause accidents. At this point, the licensing of electric motorcycles will become a stumbling block, because the government stipulates that if a traffic accident occurs, driving an unlicensed electric motorcycle will not be able to obtain valid insurance coverage.

Secondly, the real purpose of licensing electric motorcycles is to facilitate traffic management, but the reality is that it is difficult to do so. In China, the regulations governing electric motorcycles vary from province to province and city to city, with some requiring a license plate while others do not. This situation has led to many owners being caught by traffic police from time to time while traveling, and even fined and impounded.

On the last issue, it is often difficult for ordinary people to know the exact process of licensing electric motorcycles. As a result, many owners who want to consult the relevant departments before getting a license plate get very different answers, resulting in owners being at a loss as to what to do. This reflects that the licensing of electric motorcycles is cumbersome for ordinary owners and there are some institutional barriers.

Second, the advantages of electric motorcycles without a license plate

First of all, in many cities, the government has clearly defined the legality of unlicensed electric motorcycles. This means that unlicensed electric motorcycles are not illegal and do not affect the owner's transportation rights, such as parking.

Secondly, unlicensed electric motorcycles not only save complicated processes and costs, but also facilitate the owner's travel. Unlicensed electric motorcycles, do not need to pay the vehicle tax and compulsory insurance, saving a large financial burden. At the same time, the unlicensed electric motorcycle, there will be no need to queue up for the relevant procedures, saving the owner a lot of time and energy.

The last issue is that in actual use, unlicensed motor scooters are less expensive to deal with than licensed motor scooters. Because unlicensed electric motorcycles are not technically on par with motor vehicles, the corresponding traffic fines and demerit points are not as high.

Third, whether or not the license plate needs to be specifically analyzed

As mentioned above, licensing an electric motorcycle is not a cut-and-dried decision; it requires specific analysis. Specifically, owners should understand the regulations and policies of the city they belong to. If their city allows electric motorcycles to be unlicensed, then they can simply not be licensed. However, if the license can bring obvious benefits, such as applying for subsidies, insurance coverage, etc., then the owner needs to consider whether to get a license, after all, the final judgment is in the hands of the owner.

Personal Success Stories

I started using an electric scooter last year, and at that time I had thought about whether to license it or not. Then, I read on the forum that the city government has issued a regulation that clearly says that unlicensed electric scooters are allowed in the city. So, I didn't bother to license it and have never had any problems with it to date. There are no restrictions on parking, right of way, etc., and I consider this a "small success" for me.

In conclusion, as with many things, having the right attitude and knowledge about electric motorcycle licensing is at the heart of the matter. Only by truly understanding the risks of licensing and the advantages of not licensing can you make decisions that will lead to a better experience for the electric motorcycle you buy and use.