Yes. A scooter with an engine capable of propelling it more than 24mph requires a license to drive in Oregon. The speed of a 49cc scooter is capped at 30mph. At any greater speed requires a motorcycle endorsement. You can be slapped with a heavy fine for violation of this law.
http://www.oregon.gov/odot/dmv/pages/vehicle/pocketbike_factsheet.aspx
**THIS IS INCORRECT, THE DMV WEBSITE SAYS 30MPH NOT 24. SO NO, A 49CC CAPPED AT 30MPH DOES NOT REQUIRE A LICENSE.***
2014 Oregon DMV
Moped.. License Yes
If it has a combustion engine, the engine must be 35.01 to 50 cc.
Must be unable to travel more than 30 mph on a level road surface.
Must not require clutching or shifting by the operator after the power drive system is engaged.
Requires a driver license to operate (but not a motorcycle endorsement).
Requires registration and insurance to operate on public roadways and premises open to the public.
If a moped exceeds either maximum capable speed or engine size it is a motorcycle."
Electric Scooter/Gas Scooter...License No
Gas - Maximum cc=35
Electric - Maximum output=1000 watts
Not capable of going faster than 24 mph on level ground.
No
no
yes
scooters In most states, a 49cc scooter is considered a moped and does not require a regular drivers license or motorcycle license. There may be a moped permit required. In Colorado, 49cc scooters require a drivers license.
no you do not need a drivers liscense for a 49cc scooter;you cant register a 49 cc scooter so why would you have to have a liscense
Yes. You need a driver's license and insurance.
Yes. You need a drivers license and insurance.
Nope
Yes. If the moped/scooter is 49cc or less you will need an automobile license. If over 49cc you will need to get a motorcycle endorsement.
you only need a drivers license as long as the motor is 49cc or less
Yes, you need a driver's license. You now need insurance too.
No. Just a moped license or a standard drivers License.