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03-01-2011, 05:15 AM
Thread: How to lose your driving license...
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Thanks for the information. I didn't realize it was so strict and would be very cautious even after a beer at lunch. Probably the crowd I'm with, but my Chinese friends don't mind getting behind...
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02-28-2011, 11:41 AM
Thread: How to lose your driving license...
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Could someone clarify the measuring they take for alcohol? The original poster mentioned .2, but I'm familiar with the US having BAC (blood alcohol content). Most states have a limit of .08 with...
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02-28-2011, 11:28 AM
Thread: Motorcycle license school in Beijing
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Just got back in the country so looking to check it out this week or next week. In December I tried to find 海淀驾校, but gave up when I was lost. Anyone go to another place besides Lao Shan? Also...
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12-08-2010, 04:19 AM
Thread: Motorcycle license school in Beijing
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I've been putting this off, but I now have a steady cash stream coming in that will allow me to purchase a bike. I'm leaning towards the Qingqi QM200GY.
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10-22-2010, 02:46 PM
Thread: Motorcycle license school in Beijing
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I can get by with my Chinese, but is 1,000+ kuai a fair price for registration? Is this the only place?
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10-22-2010, 10:17 AM
Thread: Motorcycle license school in Beijing
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Motorcycle license school in Beijing
Looking for a motorcycle license school in Beijing. A post on the Beijinger:
http://www.thebeijinger.com/forum/2010/07/02/A-guide-on-motorcycle-license-and-plates-in-Beijing
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10-19-2010, 09:34 AM
Thread: Protection against theft
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Re: Protection against theft
Bribe seems like such a dirty word:naughty:. I think it is more commonly referred to as 送礼 or just a nice gift. I can't imagine a gift actually hurting, but I would only pay on a monthly basis in...
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10-19-2010, 05:00 AM
Thread: Protection against theft
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Re: Protection against theft
From my understanding and personal experience is that the bikes are normally thrown in the back of a van right away. The bike may then be taken to a secure location where time is on the thieves'...
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10-13-2010, 04:29 AM
Thread: Protection against theft
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Protection against theft
I'm still on the edge on whether I should get a motorbike or not. The tipping point is how likely it will be stolen. I have had an electric scooter stolen with several locks bolted to a building. ...
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08-21-2010, 04:28 PM
Thread: Insurance and registration in China
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So I came across the Ride Prep and Making Tracks forum and it pretty much answers all my questions. I assume the sticky for registering may also be applied roughly in Beijing?
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08-21-2010, 03:06 PM
Thread: Insurance and registration in China
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Insurance and registration in China
I'm new to the forum, so not sure where this goes. I didn't see this information readily available and my search button capabilities need improvement.
Background:
Living in Beijing and looking...
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