About snowmobile, information on running on a public road

About snowmobile, information on running on a public road

What kind of snowmobile licenses are needed

A snowmobile is a small snow vehicle that can run on snow. It is used as a means of transportation in heavy snowfall areas, and it is also a very useful vehicle for rescue of victims in snowy mountains. This is not something that everyone can easily maneuver. However, the license required to drive on public roads is not specialized. If you have a license for a regular car, a medium-sized car, or a large car, you can drive! Therefore, when you enjoy the outdoors in winter, basically anyone can enjoy it without a license. However, if you want to be more secure or want to become an instructor, there is a license system.

Will a license plate be required for snowmobiles?

When driving a car on a public road, it is necessary to obtain a license plate with the approval of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. Therefore, it is necessary to purchase a type of snowmobile that can obtain this approval. Unfortunately, the reality is that few of these types are currently on sale. In some heavy snowfall areas, if there is heavy snowfall, you may be able to drive without a license plate if you notify the nearest police station and obtain permission. However, because this is a special procedure, it is difficult for the average person to ask for permission to enjoy the ride, and in most cases it is not licensed.

Let's use facilities to enjoy snowmobiles other than on public roads

Those without a license plate cannot drive on public roads. However, I want to experience the exhilaration of driving on the snow! If you say that you have to give up, that's not the case! In short, if it is not a public road, it is possible to drive a snowmobile without a license plate or a license. And it is the winter outdoor facilities in the snow-blessed area that make this possible. Many of these facilities offer snowmobile experiences only in winter. Some facilities have age and height restrictions for children to participate, but in most cases adults can participate, so I definitely want to have fun with my family.

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