It is true, nothing is easy in China, especially for a foreigner who is used to systematic, orderly way go getting things done.

If you are looking for information about getting a motorcycle license, getting a motorcycle, getting a Chang Jiang, join this group.

Here’s what I learnt about getting a D-license in Shanghai for motorcycle. (All foreign licenses are not valid)

• Required documents:
  • Valid Z visa for a year or more
  • Valid license from your country
  • Passport
• Procedure:
  • Get your foreign license translated to Chinese
  • Copies of document
  • Go to Shanghai Vehicle Management Bureau (上海市公安局交巡警总队车辆管理所大柏树考试场)
    1101 Zhong Shan Bei Yi Lu (1101中山北一路)
  • Fill a form, take a digital photo
  • Take a road theory test
  • Produce a medical test result
  • Pay a fee

Should be straight forward if you have all the valid documents but be prepared for the unexpected.

Similar information in chinese.

For a moment you might think Honda-Forums talk about all Honda bikes. But they seriously only focus on Honda sports bike. So if you are a speed demon, you will find company on the forum.

Check out also the workshop section where bikers talks about the maintenance of these speed machine.