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FAQ's about scooters & mopeds...
Frequently Asked Questions
Electric Helper-Motor Bicycles
* What are Electric Helper-Motor Bicycles?
If you are at least 16 years old, you may ride a bicycle that is
propelled by a combination of human power (pedals) and an electric
helper-motor that cannot go faster than 20 mph on level ground without a
driver license.
Motorized Scooters
* What are Motorized Scooters?
Motorized scooters are small two or three wheel vehicles that a person
may stand upon or sit upon to operate or ride. Some have electric motors
and some have gas engines. The steering is managed by use of a T-shaped
handlebar.
Motorized scooters cannot be legally operated on public roadways nor may
they be legally operated on sidewalks or bicycle paths.
Please check your city and county ordinances for restrictions and
contact your attorney for advice to determine where you may legally
operate motorized scooters.
Scooters and Mopeds
* What are Scooters and Mopeds?
Scooters are usually two-wheel motorcycle-type motor vehicles 50 cc or
less or 2 brake horsepower or less gas engines that have automatic
transmissions. Mopeds also have 50 cc or less engines with two wheels,
but have pedals and may be operated solely by human power.
In order to legally operate scooters, mopeds, and other 2-3 wheel small
engine motor vehicles, at least a Class E driver license and
tag/registration are required.
Persons 16 and older may operate a moped or ride as a passenger without
a helmet. Persons under 16 may not operate a moped, but may ride as a
passenger with protective headgear securely fastened upon their head.
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