2024 motorcycle technical control and personalization

A small clarification about the CT motorcycle planned for 2024 because we hear everything and its opposite on social networks concerning Motorcycle changes.

Here is a recent video tour for the Motor Show Punta Bagna In Courchevel:

As the recall Jean-Marc Belotti, president of the FFMC-Paris, motorcycle technical control is a security check, and not compliance.

Technical control agents are not authorized to control the conformity of the parts of the motorcycle. A private technical control center should not be confused and a public organization such as the Dreal who takes care of approving vehicles.

These are distinct entities, operation in France is different from Germany or Spain on this subject.

The control will therefore be done, on safety elements of a motorcycle such as tires, lighting, braking etc.

To simply understand, take example from cars. There are lots of tuning cars on French roads and it has a CT.

In detail, the controlled security elements that you also find on our full article on the subject: Moto technical control 2023

Braking system 

• Brake fluid
• Brake platelets and discs
• Proper functioning
• Braking test

Lighting

• Presence of elements
• Operation of the different elements: indicators, front and rear lights, stop light.

Mirrors

• Presence and good working order

Tires

• Wear control

Transmission

• State of the chain, belt or cardan kit.

Engine

• Check for any sealing defect. (Oil and, if applicable, coolant)

The counter

• Presence and good working order

Horn

• Presence and good working order

Direction and suspension

• Checking proper functioning

It could be added a sound control of the exhaust, and perhaps a pollution control depending on the year of the motorcycle.

Basic checks and controls that are already carried out on most motorcycles by mechanics during revisions or interventions.

How can I make sure that my modified motorcycle passes the motorcycle CT?

If all security elements are revised, in good condition and functional, you will have your technical control. Even if you have changed your handlebars, saddle or headlight before.

A recent and complete video about motorcycle technical control:

We are now awaiting the result of the consultation that was carried out with French citizens.

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