Mopeds - Motor Scooters
Definitely an efficient and fun way to zip around campus. However, if not driven correctly, they can also be problematic for pedestrians, bikers and other drivers.
In Minnesota, all mopeds/motor scooters must have a license plate. Keep these PTS guidelines in mind:
- Mopeds/motor scooters with plates reading “moped” or “MP” (typically engines of 50 cc or less) may park at a bike rack. However, you are prohibited from operating on any sidewalks. You must dismount and walk your vehicle to the parking location.
- Mopeds/motor scooters with plates designated “motorcycle” (typically those with an engine above 50 cc) must adhere to all of the rules for motorcycles.Vehicles must park in a regular parking spot.
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A moped is defined as a vehicle propelled by a motor capacity of 50 cc or less and capable of a maximum speed of 30 mph on a flat surface.
University and State Regulations
- Riders must wear eye protection at all times.
- Operators must have a valid driver’s license, a valid motorized bicycle operator’s permit, or a valid motorized bicycle instruction permit.
- Moped riders may not carry passengers.
- Mopeds are prohibited from sidewalks, except when necessary for direct access to a roadway from a driveway, alley or building. In those instances, they must be walked, not driven.
- Mopeds cannot operate in designated bicycle lanes. Mopeds are not allowed on the Washington Avenue Bridge pedestrian level, unless walked across.
- Mopeds must be legally registered and have liability insurance in order to operate on a public street or highway.
- Mopeds can not ride in any area that is restricted to emergency vehicles and buses only.
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Mopeds/motorized bicycles are defined in Minnesota State Statute 169.01, Subd. 4a and usage is addressed in Minnesota State Statute 169.223.
For more information, view the Minnesota Motorcycle, Motorized Bicycle (Moped), and Electric-Assisted Bicycle Manual .
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