no M1. what is the limit that the m2 rating will give you terms of power of the scooter/moped? A motorized scooter is of the skateboard type floorboard with handlebars and may also have a driver's seat. It will peak out at 30mph. If you have a Class M2 license or endorsement then you may operate this type of scooter.
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/vr/scooters.htm
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/d01/vc4...
A moped, motorized bicycle, or any bicycle with an attached motor will also have a maximum speed of 30mph. I cannot find any regulations on the engine displacement, only the power. Internal combustion motors are limited to 2 bhp and electric motors are limited to 1,000 watts of power output. So I suspect anything 50cc or larger would be in violation. Your Class M2 is fine here too.
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/d01/vc4...
A motor-driven cycle is less than 150cc. Typically, a 125cc motor is powerful enough to do 50mph but would not be allowed on most freeways. Your M2 will not suffice, you'll need to get your Class M1 license to pickup one of these bad boys.
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/d01/vc4...
If you do not have a test vehicle then I have a suggestion for you. Take the motorcycle and passenger car written tests and apply for your Class M2 driver's license and Class M1 instruction permit. The M1 permit will have provisional restrictions such as not being able to ride in dark, on freeways, or carry passengers. Mine was good for one year but I think that has since been extended to two years now. This way, until you find yourself able to take the drive/ride test, you are permitted to ride a motor-driven cycle most of the time and you're licensed to ride a motorized scooter or moped all of the time.
*/End of Line. M2 is moped (pedal with gas motor) and electric scooters (not skateboard type) that do not go over 30. |
