Documents To Carry While Driving A Two Wheeler In India

Have you ever wondered what paperwork you'd need to provide if you were pulled up by a traffic cop while riding your two-wheeler on Indian roads? Read more about it here, and keep this list of documents on hand at all times to avoid any issues if you're ever pulled over on the road and requested to provide any of the following paperwork. The state of India's roadways has deteriorated to unprecedented levels. Cities have reached stratospheric levels of traffic congestion. 

With traffic moving at a snail's pace practically every hour of the day, driving anywhere has become frustrating and inconveniently time-consuming. A two-wheeler is nothing short of a gift in light of such driving troubles. Two-wheelers, such as, are the simplest to handle through traffic and park, using far less room than a car. Two-wheelers are the optimum mode of travelling within the city because of both of these criteria.

Documents To Carry While  Riding A Bike

When riding your bike in India, you should always carry the following documentation with you:

• Certificate of Registration

The most important document to maintain with you at all times is the bike's Registration Certificate or RC. The RC will check to see if the motorbike is lawful and has been properly registered with the Regional Transport Office (RTO). The registration number, the bike's brand and model, and the owner's contact information, among other data, would be stored in the RC for the bike.

• A Driver's Licence

You must also have a valid driver's licence with you, as this is what allows the bearer of the licence to lawfully ride a two-wheeler on public roadways. The RTO issues it once the applicant passes the required driving test. It also specifies if you are authorised to ride a gear or no-gear two-wheeler. It is critical that you ride a bike that is compliant with your driver's licence. When riding a bike, you must have your driver's licence with you at all times, according to the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988. You may carry a physical copy or connect it to programmes like DigiLocker or mParivahan to make it digital.

• Bike Insurance Coverage

As needed by law, your bike must also be insured up to Third-Party Bike Insurance coverage. Comprehensive Bike Insurance, which includes Third-Party and Own-Damage coverage, can give you extra protection. According to the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988, you must have the bike's insurance policy papers with you at all times. It will include information such as the bike's registration number, the policy's duration, the coverage maximum, and the insurance company's name.

• Certificate of Pollution Control (PUC)

The PUC Certificate verifies the amount of pollution your bike produces. It will also contain the registration number of the bike on it. It will determine whether the amount of carbon monoxide generated by your vehicle is below legal limits. 

• Certificate of Fitness

If your bike is more than 15 years old, you must carry a bike fitness certificate with you on the road at all times. Every two years, this will need to be renewed.

• Medical Certificate

Medical Certificate Those over the age of 50 must get a medical certificate stating that they are medically fit to ride a two-wheeler.

Take Away

The original or photocopy of the documentation to be provided is often a source of uncertainty for two-wheeler owners.  In reality, you have the option of presenting the papers in their original form or as attested photocopies. If you are carrying photocopies of your documents, get them certified by a gazetted officer. To stay in compliance with the law, keep this list available and remember to carry the above-mentioned documents with you at all times.

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Disclaimer: This article is issued in the general public interest and meant for general information purposes only. Readers are advised not to rely on the contents of the article as conclusive in nature and should research further or consult an expert in this regard.