There is to be a new safety test that will affect all two-wheeled models that are 125cc or above. This ‘contrôle technique’ (CT) will become compulsory in France in early 2024.
As of 2022, an estimated 2.5 million people hold motorbike licences in France – and another 1.5 million use scooters and other motorised two-wheelers which do not require a full motorcycle permit. This new requirement will ensure that all these undergo safety checks like the ‘contrôle technique’ for cars.
- The requirements for these models to be tested will come into effect sometime between January 15th and March 15th 2024.
- ‘Contrôle Techniques’ for motorbikes will cost around €50,
- The requirement for a test will be staggered, starting with older two-wheeled motorbikes, “registered before 2017”.
- All qualifying vehicles – those that are at least five years old – will be required to have a valid CT from January 1st, 2027.
- Vehicles will be required to have a test once they have been on the road for five years, and then have to renew their certification by passing a new test every three years after that.
- Inspections will cover safety, air and noise pollution.