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Motorcycle license plate holder: The solution for your license plate

Every vehicle owner is obliged to attach a license plate to a motorcycle. Many motorcycles already come with a license plate holder as standard. However, the standard motorcycle license plate holders are not really eye-catching. They tend to ruin the sporty look of many motorcycles and are among the parts of a motorcycle that bikers like to replace.

What you need to consider when choosing a motorcycle license plate holder

Basically, you can choose whether you want to attach your motorcycle license plate holder in the middle at the back or on the side. However, please note that the license plate must be legible from both sides. An observer standing 30 degrees to the side behind the motorcycle must be able to read the license plate. The lower edge of your license plate must be at least 300 mm above the ground. At the same time, the upper edge must not be more than 1200 mm above the ground. To ensure readability, the license plate may be tilted up to 30 degrees.

Please also note that license plate illumination is required by law. We therefore recommend that you attach an license plate holder with integrated license plate illumination to your motorcycle. The ECE number of the license plate illumination is important, otherwise it is not allowed on the road. Often you can attach the motorcycle license plate holder without drilling. To do this, simply unscrew the old motorcycle license plate holder and use the existing holes. For example, you can also combine your license plate holder with turn signals to avoid having to drill additional holes for the turn signals.

On the side or on the back: Where is the license plate holder attached to the motorcycle?

Where exactly you attach your license plate holder is a matter of taste. However, there are some factors you should consider before deciding. This applies, for example, to saddle bags, luggage rolls and wheel covers. You may not be able to attach these if you have a side motorcycle license plate holder. If you still prefer a side motorcycle license plate holder, there are some regulations you need to be aware of. A side license plate holder is only permitted with a test report or a partial report. If this is not available, an inspection by the TÜV must take place. Also pay attention to the visibility and angle of the license plate holder on the motorcycle. The holder must not extend beyond the outline of the motorcycle.

Are short license plate holders allowed on motorcycles?

Short motorcycle license plate holders are allowed as long as the requirements of the German Road Traffic Act are met. In addition to legibility, you should also pay attention to size. A motorcycle license plate has a minimum width of 180 mm and a maximum width of 220 mm. The height of the license plate is prescribed as 200 mm. The motorcycle license plate holder must therefore be able to support this size.

Customize your bike with a new license plate holder

Many motorcyclists want to give their bike an individual look. Components such as mirrors, levers and fairings are replaced. The standard motorcycle license plate holder is also often replaced with a shorter or sportier one. Motorcycle license plate holders must be particularly robust and durable. Once the perfect license plate holder is attached to the bike, it will sometimes not be replaced for years. This makes the quality of the holder all the more important. Factors such as correct installation and the material used play an important role here. We therefore recommend a motorcycle license plate holder that is powder-coated.

With brands such as Craftride, Lumitecs and Zaddox, MOTEA not only offers you quality products, but also unbeatable value for money. Whether you are looking for a side-mounted or a short license plate holder, you will find everything for your motorcycle in the MOTEA online shop.