Is your moped a motorcycle?

July 24, 2008 - 10:50am

You need be at least 16 years old to operate a moped in Virginia.

WASHINGTON - Is that a moped or motorcycle you're riding?

That might seem like a silly question, except in Virginia a new law blurs the distinction.

If you go more than 35 mph on a moped or scooter, it's now considered a motorcycle.

That means you'll have to have a motorcycle license, insurance and additional certification.

Also, you'll need license plates and proper registration.

Under 35 mph you don't need a license but you do have to carry identification.

The new law went into effect July 1.

WASHINGTON - Is that a moped or motorcycle you're riding?

That might seem like a silly question, except in Virginia a new law blurs the distinction.

If you go more than 35 mph on a moped or scooter, it's now considered a motorcycle.

That means you'll have to have a motorcycle license, insurance and additional certification.

Also, you'll need license plates and proper registration.

Under 35 mph you don't need a license but you do have to carry identification.

The new law went into effect July 1.

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