Chinese traditional transportation

Motorcycles

In 2000, if your family was middle class – you might buy a motorcycle if you did not have enough money to buy a car. For a one-child family, the motorcycle could transport the whole family for many years. There are no big Harley Davidsons on the road – but there are many good quality motorcycles available. Motorcycles are also the poor man's taxi in China. They will give you a lift for about half the fare of the taxi - but you take your chances when it comes to safety. They can be wild drivers!

Electric bikes (mopeds) and Battery operated Bikes – you’ll see mopeds in most towns and now it is very chic and very inexpensive to own the new stylish Vespa style Motor Bikes. They are everywhere and offer an affordable means of transportation in China.