IS E-APPROVED ALWAYS LEGAL?

Approved or Disapproved

WHAT ARE THE E-MARKS?

The E-mark (or e-mark) on motorcycle parts is a certification mark indicating that the part complies with European regulations for safety, quality, and environmental impact. It means the part has been tested and approved under EU or UNECE (United Nations Economic Commission for Europe) standards, making it legal for road use within the EU, including Hungary.

KEY POINTS ABOUT THE E-MARK:

What It Looks Like

The mark typically appears as: E followed by a number inside a circle or rectangle — for example, E4 or e4. The number refers to the country that granted the approval: E1 = Germany, E2 = France, E4 = Netherlands, E5 = Sweden, Hungary = E7, etc.

What It Means

The part meets minimum technical and safety standards. It’s approved for use across all EU and EEA countries without requiring additional national certification. It applies to lighting, exhausts, mirrors, tires, seat belts, and other safety-related components.

E-mark vs e-mark

E-mark: Refers to UNECE Regulation approval, required by international agreement (including EU law).

e-mark: Refers to EU Directive approval (older system, often being phased out in favor of UNECE standards).

Both are accepted, but E-marking under UNECE is now more common for motorcycles and their parts.

Why It Matters:

Legal Use: Parts without proper certification (like “race-only” or unmarked parts) can cause you to fail inspections or receive fines.

Insurance & Liability: Using unapproved parts may affect your insurance coverage in case of an accident.

Technical Inspection: During Hungary’s periodic inspection (műszaki vizsga), E-marked parts help show compliance.

IS IT LEGAL IN HUNGARY?

Yes, in Hungary—as in all EU member states—it is legal to use E-marked parts on your motorcycle, provided that:

The part is approved for your specific vehicle type: Not all E-marked parts are universally compatible. They must match the specifications for your motorcycle (e.g., make, model, year, engine size).

The part does not require individual approval: Some parts (like mirrors, turn signals, brake lights) with an E-mark (or e-mark) can be installed without further inspection, as long as they don’t affect the vehicle’s technical or structural integrity.

Modifications don’t compromise roadworthiness: Even E-marked parts must not negatively affect emissions, noise levels, or safety. For example, an E-marked exhaust that increases noise beyond legal limits can still get you fined or fail technical inspection.

The part is installed properly: Even certified parts, if poorly installed, can be considered unsafe or non-compliant during inspections.

Examples of E-marked parts typically allowed without extra approval:

• Indicators and lighting units

• Rear-view mirrors

• Brake hoses

• Windscreens

Examples that may still require extra approval:

• Exhaust systems (even if E-marked, due to noise/emission concerns)

• Suspension components

• Brake upgrades

• Handlebars or frame modifications

FINAL THOUGHTS

Bottom line: Yes, E-marked parts are legal, but make sure they’re:

• Approved for your bike,

• Installed correctly,

• Don’t affect safety/emissions,

• And don’t require special approval (check with Hungarian authorities if unsure).

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