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Timestamp: 2020-02-18 06:38:07
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Matched Legal Cases: ['§ 30', '§ 30', '§ 30', '§ 30', '§ 30', '§ 19', '§19', '§ 49']

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Tips for motorcycle riders from the vehicle safety inspectors (TÜV)
Which conversions are allowed? Which accessories must be entered in the vehicle documents? The following information provided by TÜV HANSE shows the legal route for customising your motorcycle.
Approval regulations for motorcycle conversions
Handlebars/Levers/Grips
Side/centre stand
Exhaust/intake system
Position lights/parking light
Turn signals (direction indicators)
Further permissible lights
Rear fog light/hazard warning flasher
Important! The paragraphs of the German Road Licensing Regulations (StVZO) referred to here only apply in Germany, of course. It's always a good move to obtain advice from the vehicle inspectors BEFORE carrying out the conversion.
How to contact TÜV HANSE:
Phone: +49 40-253 329 -0
Fax: +49 40-253 329 -109
Free appointment hotline: 0800-TÜV HANSE
0800-888 4267
§§ 30, 61 StVZO*
Handlebars, levers and grips can be replaced with aftermarket products.
All aftermarket handlebars must be tested and approved
The product should always be supplied with a test report or type approval (ABE) (this must specify the motorcycle! Furthermore, approval must contain details of any restrictions, installation requirements, and whether there is an obligation to enter in vehicle documents.)
Footrests can be replaced with aftermarket products.
The number of footrests must correspond to the number of seats (2 per seat)
All footrests must be folding
§§ 30, 19 StVZO* // 93/14 EEC
Brake components are type-tested parts. They can be replaced with aftermarket products.
Brake lines, e.g. steel-braided – with or without plastic sheath – do not generally need to be entered in the vehicle documents, but must be installed in compliance with the installation requirements of the type approval.
Brake lines must be leak-free and routed to prevent abrasion and twisting/kinks.
Brake discs, such as Wave discs, always have a test report or type approval and must be specific to the respective motorcycle.
Brake pads must have national (KBA** No.) or an international approval (EC or ECE mark).
Brake (OEM) spare parts (OEM design, approved replica) do not need to be entered in the vehicle documents.
§§ 30, 36 StVZO* // 97/24 EEC
Always make sure these are the correct size, classification and designation (for this information, see vehicle registration certificate)
Pay attention to the correct running direction!
Make sure you have the correct tyre type and manufacturer! (if necessary, download manufacturer authorisation from the Internet and obtain stamped validation)
If using replacement rims (such as PVM, Marchesini etc.), check compatibility with motorcycle type and have this verified if necessary!
§ 30 StVZO* // 2002/24 EC
The frame must be in its original as-delivered condition!
No deforming
Welded joints must not be polished in such a way that material is removed
All modifications (such as shortening of the frame at the back etc.) must be entered in the vehicle documents
61StVZO* // 2009/78/EC
The motorcycle must be fitted with a side and/or centre stand
It must not be possible to ride off with the stand folded down
The stand must be properly secured – usually by means of two springs or one spring combined with a retaining clip or a verified durable spring (10,000 cycles)
§ 30, 36a StVZO*
Huggers – yes or no?
There are national regulations for motorcycle huggers (150 mm above axle centre – covering complete tread width).
For motorcycles with EC approval, there are no particular regulations pertaining to huggers.
However, we do not recommend dismantling them entirely. If the modification adversely affects road safety, the hugger may be required.
Please also refer to the installation requirements for reflectors and tail lights.
97/24 EEC
The approval mark is what counts!
The number of mirrors depends on the first registration of the vehicle:
Prior to 01.01.1990 1 left
From 01.01.1990 below 100 km/h 1 left
From 01.01.1990 above 100 km/h 2
If the mirror carries an approval mark, it complies with the required size of 69 cm2 and is therefore approved.
§§ 19, 30, 49 StVZO* // 97/24 EEC
"In – out" approach.
Statements such as: "It's just come loose", "The retention screw fell off" or "It started rattling all of a sudden" will generally NOT be accepted by the police. This means: The type approval is no longer valid (§19 cl.2 StVZO*: ... if the noise characteristics deteriorate...)
Mark: All aftermarket systems for the road have an approval mark (KBA** No. or EC/ECE mark). The DB eater must be in the silencer!
Obligation to produce supporting documents: You are not required to carry a card or other document for the replacement system with you!
Installation: Because the silencer or system has been manufactured for the particular motorcycle, it must be installed without any "conversion work". No modifications!
Noise level: If an aftermarket silencer becomes significantly noisier over time, it is the duty of the vehicle owner (registered keeper), not the manufacturer, to deal with it! If necessary, you will need to replace the silencer.
You can, of course, make an appointment to bring your vehicle to TÜV HANSE for a noise test to see if it meets requirements!
§§ 49a - 54 StVZO* // 93/92 EEC
See and be seen. But properly ... (only with certification mark)
Position lights/parking light:
EC requirement, permitted acc. to StVZO*
Qty.: 1, acc. to EC; also 2
Width: Symmetrical in relation to the centre-line of the vehicle, acc. to StVZO* only in the headlight
Height: 350 - 1200 mm, acc. to StVZO* up to 1500 mm
Width acc. to EC: if the vehicle is fitted with 2 headlights, max. distance between each: 200 mm, symmetrical in relation to the centre-line of the vehicle
Width acc. to StVZO*: max. 200 mm from high beam headlight, symmetrical in relation to the centre-line of the vehicle
Height: 500 - 1200 mm, acc. to StVZO* for first registration prior to 01.01.1988: up to 1000 mm
Qty.: 1 or 2
Width: max. distance between the light-emitting surfaces of 2 headlights: 200 mm
Height: no specific requirements
Blue high beam indicator light mandatory, acc. to StVZO* indication via switch position also permitted
Turn signals (direction indicators):
Mandatory, acc. to StVZO* for first registration as from 01.01.1962
Qty.: four; two at the front, two at the rear
Light color: yellow (before first registration 01.01.1970 also red permitted)
Designation at front: 1, 1a, 1b, 11, 11a, 11b, 11c
Designation at rear: 2a, 2b, 12
Mounting: symmetrical to the vehicle's median longitudinal plane (min.): distance of the illuminating surfaces to EC front 240 mm, rear 180 mm; according to StVZO front 340 mm, rear 240 mm; distance between bar end turn signals (bullseyes): 560 mm
Height: 350 – 1200 mm
Tell-tale indicator EC requirement, visual (green flashing control lamp) and/or audible signal, permitted acc. to StVZO*
Bullseye bar end turn signals for first registration as from 01.01.1987: only permitted in combination with additional rear turn signals
Hazard warning flasher:
Acc. to EC: not permitted on mopeds, permitted on motorcycles, acc. to StVZO*: also permitted on mopeds
Special switch for synchronous operation of all indicator lights
Tell-tale indicator light mandatory: red flashing control lamp or simultaneous flashing of the flashing control lamp(s)
Qty.: 1, acc. to EC: also 2 permissible
Width: acc. to EC: 2 headlights must be symmetrical in relation to the centre-line of the vehicle; acc. to StVZO*: max. 250 mm from centre-line of the vehicle, also permitted on crash bar
Height: max. as for low beam
Switch with position light, low beam and high beam
Tell-tale indicator light permitted
Mandatory, acc. to StVZO*: only for first registration as from 01.01.1988
Mounting position: centre of vehicle
Height: Lower edge (LE): min. 250 mm (acc. to StVZO*: min. 350 mm), Upper edge (UE): max. 1500 mm
Height: LE min. 250 mm, UE max. 1500 mm license plate illumination:
Mandatory at rear of vehicle
Mandatory, non-triangular
Height: LE min. 250 mm, UE max. 900 mm "Xenon" gas discharge lamp:
Generally permitted on motorcycles, provided the design of the overall light system complies with the valid ECE-R53 regulations.
Headlights must be explicitly approved for use with gas discharge lamps. (Indicated by the letter D ("Discharge") on the headlight housing in close proximity to the approval mark.)
Automatic headlight range adjustment is mandatory.
Retrofitting so-called "Xenon kits" is not permitted, as they do not use officially type-approved components in accordance with their intended purpose.
Additional lights permitted acc. to EEC:
93/92 EEC App. V, Nos. 6.8, 6.9, 6.11
Hazard warning flashers on vehicles with first registration prior to 17.06.2003
Side-mounted, non-triangular reflectors
Reflective, white tyre sidewalls
Reversing (back-up) lights
Rear fog light/hazard warning flasher on vehicles first registered prior to 17.06.2003
*StVZO = German Road Traffic Licensing Regulations
** KBA = German Motor Transport Authority
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