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1. Confirm eligibility and work status before buying gear.
2. Prepare identity, vehicle and insurance documents.
3. Start with a short lunch or dinner peak in a familiar area.
4. Track real hourly earnings after fuel, repairs, parking and tax reserve.

• Bicycles are vehicles: ride on the left side of the road; sidewalks are exceptions and pedestrians have priority.
• Obey signals and stop signs; use a light at night.
• Never use a phone while moving and never ride after drinking.
• From April 1, 2026, riders aged 16+ may receive bicycle traffic tickets. Examples: handheld phone ¥12,000; red-light violation ¥6,000; failure to stop ¥5,000; riding without a light ¥5,000.

Serious conduct can involve criminal penalties beyond these ticket amounts. Rules and individual outcomes vary—check the National Police Agency.

Keep sales records and receipts from day one. Compare bicycle, motorbike and car costs. Business-use expenses may be deductible, while mixed personal use needs reasonable allocation. Tax treatment depends on the person.