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What kind of scooter does not require a license in Arizona?

What kind of scooter does not require a license in Arizona?

Mopeds. A self-propelled bicycle, tricycle, or scooter with an engine size of 48cc or smaller and a top speed of 20mph or less would not require a title, registration, or a license to operate.

Can you drive a moped without a license in AZ?

In Arizona, a moped is considered a type of motorcycle. However, moped riders don’t need a motorcycle-specific license to ride one; a regular driver’s license will suffice. You’ll need to get moped insurance and register your moped, but you don’t need a title proving you own the vehicle.

Are electric scooters street legal in Arizona?

Under Arizona law, you do not need a driver’s license to ride the electric bikes and scooters. These types of vehicles are legal to ride on roads and bike paths. Arizona law states that electric scooters cannot exceed 25 mph and electric bikes must be operated at speeds of less than 20 mph.

Do you need a license to drive a moped in Arizona?

Depending on what kind of motorized bicycle, scooter, moped, or other motor-driven cycle you want to operate, you might need a motorcycle license, regular driver’s license, or no license at all. Of course, we can’t forget about title, registration, and insurance requirements, too.

Do you need insurance to drive a scooter in Arizona?

As a general rule, if you need a license to drive it or the vehicle must be registered with the MVD, it needs insurance, just like insuring a motorcycle; if not, insurance may not be required. See below for which vehicles do and do not need liability insurance coverage in order to drive on a public road.

What are the laws for electric scooters in Arizona?

Laws for e-scooters An electric scooter that weighs less than 75 pounds, has handlebars and an electric motor, and can go no faster than 25 miles per hour is considered an “electric standup scooter.” It’s considered an “electric miniature scooter” if it weighs less than 30 pounds with a maximum speed of 10 miles per hour.

What makes a scooter a motorcycle in Arizona?

In Arizona, scooters are categorized as either motor-driven cycles or regular motorcycles. If your scooter has an engine under 5 horsepower, it’s a motor-driven cycle; otherwise, it’s a regular motorcycle.