Moped Definition
A moped, or "Motorized bicycle," is a two (2) or three (3) wheeled vehicle, that is propelled by an internal combustion engine or a battery powered motor. If it is powered by a motor, the engine have less than two horsepower, a cylinder capacity less than 50c.c., an automatic transmission, and a maximum speed less than 25mph on a flat surface. Electric mopeds are only required to travel less than 25mph on a flat surface.
Mini Choppers
Mini choppers are usually classfied as motorcycles because they may not meet all the requirements above to be classified as a moped. Since they are classified as motorcycles, they are required to have a license plate, proof of insurance, and the rider must have a motorcycle endorsement on his or her driver's license.
Moped Licensing Information
Moped operators must be atleast fifteen years old, and they must possess a Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) issued license or identifaction card. No motorcycle license is required to operate a moped.
Safety Information and Laws
Everyone under the age of 18 is required to wear a helmet and eye protection while riding on a moped. The protective headgear that is worn must meet the requirements set by the USDOT. The protective eyewear required can be a pair of protective glasses, goggles, or a transparent face shield. All operators under the age of 18 who ride on motorcycles must also wear a helmet and eye protection.
Mopeds cannot be operated on sidewalks or Interstate highways.
Anyone caught riding a motorcycle without the proper registration or equipment will be given a ticket and the motorcycle will be impounded until it is licensed and insured correctly. The fines for these violations will range between $112.00 to $132.00 dollars.
Mopeds are also required to abide by the following laws regarding the operation of vehicles on public land:
A moped (or scooter of no more than 50cc) can be used from age 14 in France. It is necessary to obtain the BSR (Brevet de Sécurité Routière) beforehand. The BSR is part of the school curriculum.
The motto of Moped Army is 'Swarm and Destroy'.
Yes, you can drive in both provinces if you have a valid American drivers license. However, if you plan on moving to Canada each province has their own laws concerning how long you can keep your license until you have to get a new one from the province.Here's an example from Quebec:Link: http://www.saaq.gouv.qc.ca/en/driver_licence/exchange/residents_usa.phpNew residents who hold a valid driver's licence issued by their jurisdiction of origin may drive the corresponding class of vehicle their licence authorizes: a passenger car, a motorcycle, or a moped for up to ninety days after settling in Québec. Past that, new residents must obtain a license from the Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec.
The minimum age to ride a motor cycle on a public road is 16. To drive a car, it's 17 and to drive a large goods vehicle, it's 21. You can ride up to 50cc moped at 16. Any engine size above this is classed as motorcycle for which you must be 17.
150 cc
Nope
With a suspended license in IN will I be able to drive a 49 cc scooter in AZ?
Mopeds do not require a license.
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.
No, you do not need a driver's license to be able to operate and drive an electric scooter. However, you do need one or at least a driving permit to be able to operate a moped.
You need a motorcycle license for a moped over 50ccs. You need a moped license for under 50cc.
yes you need to get a motorcycle endorsment and have a license
No.
Virginia
If this is in the Uk, you can drive a moped or scooter upto 49cc on a normal car licence providing you have a "P" among your categories on the back of your card.
yes
Yes, you will need a motorcycle only license or motorcycle endorsement on your regular license. Virginia does not require a motorcycle license or endorsement for a scooter or moped. A scooter or moped is defined as having an engine less than 50cc's and your is larger than that.