Article: Motorcycle technical inspection: what you need to know | The FCR Accessories guide
Motorcycle technical inspection: what you need to know | The FCR Accessories guide
How to prepare for your motorcycle's technical inspection?
Introduction
Motorcycle technical inspection , long postponed in France, is now becoming a mandatory reality . Planned to come into force gradually from 2024, it applies to motorcycles, scooters, motor tricycles, and quads over 125 cm³.
For many bikers, this measure raises practical and mechanical questions:
What will we check?
When should I pass the inspection?
And above all: how can you prepare well to avoid a second visit?
FCR Accessories explains everything you need to know to pass the technical inspection with peace of mind , in style and without any unpleasant surprises.
1. Motorcycle technical inspection: what does it involve?
The main objective of motorcycle technical inspection is to improve road safety and reduce polluting emissions .
Who is concerned?
✔ Motorcycles > 125 cm³ , scooters, motor tricycles, quads
✔ Classic motorcycles (specific registration document): reduced checks or exemption depending on the case
✔ Competition vehicles , not road-approved: not affected
In case of non-compliance:
✔ Fixed fine of €135
✔ Possibility of withholding the registration certificate
✔ No traffic allowed
Provisional timetable:
✔ 2024 : phased implementation according to the registration date
✔ Oldest vehicles affected first
✔ Every 3 years , starting in the 5th year
2. What does the motorcycle technical inspection check?
The checkpoints are inspired by those of cars, but adapted to two-wheelers:
Mechanical elements:
✔ Braking (discs, pads, fluid)
✔ Suspension and shock absorbers
✔ Management (games, operation)
✔ Transmission (chain, sprocket, belt)
✔ Frame (deformation, corrosion)
Mandatory equipment:
✔ Front/rear lighting, turn signals, horn
✔ Rearview mirrors
✔ Compliant license plate
✔ Tires (wear, pressure, general condition)
Pollution & noise:
✔ Visual inspection for oil or fuel leaks
✔Measurement of sound levels (exhaust)
✔Measurement of pollutant emissions (CO, HC)
Please note : an unapproved or excessively noisy exhaust may be grounds for a second inspection.
3. Mistakes to avoid before the test
1. Keeping an unapproved exhaust
A pot that is too noisy, or without an EC approval number, = a re-inspection is guaranteed.
Tip: Keep your original line if you have modified the exhaust.
2. Leaving a check engine light or leak hanging around
Even a minor oil leak , a blown bulb or an illuminated warning light can result in a refusal.
3. Non-compliant plate
✔ Format, inclination, riveting: everything is controlled
✔ A poorly fixed or flexible plastic plate = non-compliance
4. Worn or under-inflated tires
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Cracked sides = immediate danger
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Measured tread depth
4. How to properly prepare your motorcycle?
Basic checks to perform:
✔ Test all lights, brakes, horn
✔ Check the oil level, brake fluid
✔ Check chain tension and lubrication
✔ Clean the license plate and the front headlight
✔ Fit your approved accessories
Plan a visit to the mechanic:
✔ For old or high-mileage motorcycles
✔ To validate sound levels with an approved FCR Accessories exhaust
5. FCR Accessories & Technical Control: the alliance of style and compliance
At FCR Original , we know that customizing your motorcycle doesn't have to mean regulatory hassles. That's why our accessories are designed to combine aesthetics, performance, and compliance.
Our exhausts:
✔ FCR Accessories Silencer with Removable DB Killer
✔ Sound worked without excess
Examples of CT compatible accessories:
✔ Compact and approved LED indicators
✔ License plate holders with good angle and lighting
While respecting:
✔ The neo-retro style dear to our DNA
✔ Perfect integration on models like Triumph, BMW R NineT, Royal Enfield, etc.
6. The FCR Accessories for a stress-free CT
✔ Designer AND approved accessories
✔ Perfect compatibility with targeted motorcycles
✔ Durable materials: machined aluminum, treated stainless steel
✔ Easy assembly, without permanent modification
✔ Support and advice available
Conclusion
Motorcycle technical inspections are now essential. It's best to prepare for them now to avoid unpleasant surprises. With the right maintenance habits and FCR Accessories , you can ride with complete peace of mind, complying with regulations without sacrificing style.
