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Are moped and scooter licenses required in 2021?

A moped is a type of vehicle that is so popular among teenagers and active youth. Its main difference from motorcycles is the engine capacity. A moped's internal combustion engine volume does not exceed 50 cm³. As a rule, its speed is limited to 50 km/h.

Are moped and scooter licenses required in 2021?

A scooter is a type of city motorcycle. They are designed for movement on high-quality road surfaces. Among the technical features, the outboard engine is located directly under the rider’s seat.

Both types of transport have found their target audience. Basically, these are young people who want to quickly move around the city, but cannot afford a car, and teenagers. The latter, when scooters and Japanese mopeds appeared on the market, were immediately noted in the summary of accidents and accidents.

Lack of driving experience, courage and poor knowledge of traffic rules have led to the fact that the statistics of accidents involving minors has risen sharply. Often these road accidents result in serious injury and death, which is why a number of changes were made to the law in 2013.

Back in 2013, mopeds and scooters were included in the list of vehicles that require a driver's license to drive. Moreover, the engine displacement did not matter. This requirement even applied to owners of vehicles with an internal combustion engine volume of less than 50 cubic meters, reaching speeds of up to 50 km/h or equipped with an electric motor with a power of up to 4 kW.

This requirement was enshrined in law on November 5, 2013. But it was implemented in practice only a year later (November 5, 2014). The fact is that during this year new rules for issuing driver’s licenses were developed and adopted. Therefore, it was in 2014 that riders were able to begin undergoing training and passing an exam, after which they received the long-awaited license to drive a moped.

Changes were also made to the traffic rules. Firstly, the very concept of a moped as a mechanical vehicle was enshrined in the set of rules. Secondly, quadricycles were equated to the same category, the drivers of which were also required to have a category “M” driver’s license.

When riding a moped or scooter, it is important to remember safety

Now, according to the new rules, the driver of a moped or scooter, when stopped by a traffic police inspector, was required to present his scooter license or a temporary permit to drive a mechanical vehicle. That is, having a license for a moped in 2021 is a clear requirement, failure to comply with which may result in fines.

Moreover, the traffic rules clearly state that even if the bicycle is equipped with an internal combustion engine, its owner will have to obtain a license, like for an electric scooter.

Is it possible to ride a scooter with category B?

Art. 25 of the Law states that to drive a moped or a light quadricycle (as well as a scooter), you need a class M license. This means that to ride a scooter on Russian roads, a motorist needs to undergo training at a driving school and obtain a license of the appropriate class.

Otherwise, riding a scooter without a Class M license will be considered a violation. Responsibility will arise according to the Code of Administrative Offenses (hereinafter referred to as the Code). We will consider fines for driving without a license further.

However, Part 7 of Art. 25 of the Law provides for an exception. To drive a scooter, you do not need to specifically study for class M - you can have a license of any other category. And it will be completely legal.

In other words, if the driver already has a driving license with category A, B, C, D or any other, he can safely get behind the wheel of a moped or scooter without fear of being fined. There is no need to study specifically for category M if you have any other category.

Up to 50 cubic meters

By virtue of the provisions of clause 1.2. Traffic regulations, if the engine is not more than 50 cubic meters, the vehicle is recognized as a moped (if there are other characteristic features, such as a maximum speed of no more than 50 km/h, the presence of two or three wheels, etc.).

Accordingly, in order to drive a vehicle with such an engine size, it is necessary:

• obtain rights of class M (in the absence of rights of any other class);
• or you can completely calmly get behind the wheel of a scooter, having in your hands a certificate of any other category (A, B, C, D, etc.).

150 cubes

Based on the norms of clause 1.2. Traffic rules if the engine is over 50 cc. see, and if other characteristic features are present, the vehicle is recognized as a motorcycle, and not a scooter or moped.

Accordingly, a class M license is no longer suitable for driving such a vehicle. The same as the rights of other classes - B, C or D.

To avoid a fine for not having a license, you must obtain a special rank that allows you to drive a motorcycle - A. This is specified in Part 1 of Art. 25 of the Law.

It also says here that if the motorcycle engine capacity is not more than 125 cc. cm, and the maximum motor power does not exceed 11 kW, you can get a subclass A1 power unit.

Do you need a license for a 50cc moped?

It would seem that vehicles with an internal combustion engine displacement of less than 50 cm³ are characterized by low power, so there is no need to register them, and even more so to obtain a driving license for them. However, in practice it turned out that even with such modest indicators, drivers successfully create emergency situations, the reasons for which are often simple ignorance of traffic rules.

Obtaining a license for a scooter and moped is always accompanied by passing an exam on the theoretical part, which includes not only traffic rules, but also the provision of first aid. That's why legislators included scooters and mopeds with an engine capacity of up to 50 cubic meters in the list of vehicles that require a driver's license of a certain category to drive. In this case, this is the license for a scooter or moped of category “M”.

FAQ

In accordance with the instructions of Federal Law No. 196-FZ, the scooter can be operated if you have a category “B” driver’s license.

It notes that the Russian national driver's license confirms the right to drive vehicles of any of the categories and subcategories established by the regulations of the act, including the right to drive vehicles of category “M”.

Engine displacement greater than 50 cm3

If the scooter is equipped with an engine whose displacement is more than 50 cm3, then the driver must obtain a driving license of the appropriate categories or subcategories.

They are installed in accordance with the specific vehicle engine power and its volume.

For example, if it is more than 50 cm3-125 cm3, then you need to get a driver’s license of subcategory “A1”.

To operate a vehicle with a displacement of more than 125 cm3, you must have a category “A” driver’s license.

Persons interested in the question of whether it is possible to ride a scooter with category A should take into account that they can legally ride a scooter without an additional driver's license.

What is the fine for driving without a license?

In accordance with the regulations of legislative acts, it is possible to drive any type of vehicle belonging to the “M” category if you have a driver’s license to drive a scooter.

Its absence entails the imposition of a fine in the amount of:

The administrative measure is not limited to the imposition of a fine.

The scooter is confiscated and sent to a fine, and the resulting costs for its evacuation are fully borne by the owner. The norm is provided for in Article 12.7 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation.

If the driver is not the owner of the scooter, but drives it without a driver’s license, then the owner will be subject to penalties for transferring it for temporary or permanent use.

It is expressed in the imposition of a fine in the amount of 30,000 rubles. The norm is established by Federal Law No. 196-FZ.

Video: rights to a scooter and moped

What category of license allows you to drive a moped (scooter)?

As mentioned earlier, to drive a moped or scooter you need an M category license. However, they are not the only ones suitable. According to the law, drivers with licenses of any open category can drive these types of vehicles. That is, if the owner of a moped has a category “B” driver’s license, then the “M” category in his license opens automatically. This means there is no need to take additional exams for category “M”.

What category of license allows you to drive a moped (scooter)?

It is worth mentioning separately. In some cases, it appears on the driver’s license directly opposite the “M” category. This is not a special permit, but quite the opposite, a ban on driving a moped and scooter for medical reasons.

Thus, drivers who have received a driver’s license of category “M” or any other category: A, B, C, D and even Tm and Tb (tram and trolleybus) have the right to drive mopeds and scooters.

Rules for riding a moped

All drivers of scooters and mopeds must have a license of category “M” or another category.

• Driving is only permitted by a person over 16 years of age.
• Now being intoxicated will lead to deprivation of your license.
• During daylight hours, low beam headlights must be turned on.
• Moped drivers must move on the right edge of the roadway or bicycle path. A detour for trams and trolleybuses is also provided. Driving on the side of the road is allowed if this does not impede the movement of pedestrians.

Prohibited:

1. when driving, hold on to the steering wheel with one hand;
2. transport children under 7 years of age without specially equipped devices;
3. move on the road without a fastened helmet;
4. cross the road at pedestrian crossings;
5. transport large protruding objects;
6. turn around or turn left across tram tracks;
7. Participation of mopeds and scooters in any towing is prohibited.

Experts believe that the adoption of new rules and compliance by drivers will make road traffic better and safer for all participants.

Fine for driving a moped without a license

Riding a moped or scooter without a driver's license is a violation and is punishable by a fine of 5 to 15 thousand rubles. Also, a driver who does not have proof of vehicle registration with him may be removed from driving and the moped taken to the impound lot.

The only “vehicle” with an internal combustion engine that can be driven without a license is a pit bike. However, it belongs to the category of sports equipment and is therefore not allowed for use on public roads.

How to get a license for a moped?

In order to obtain a license for a moped or scooter, you must submit an application, undergo a medical and psychiatric examination, pay a fee and pass an exam.

The first thing you need to do is choose a driving school that has a driving training program. As a rule, it consists of 72 hours of theory and 30 hours of practice, with 18 hours allocated directly to driving.

Training takes place on a paid basis. When choosing a driving school, you should pay attention to whether it has a state license and reviews online.

A person who meets the following requirements can obtain a license for a scooter or moped:

• age over 16 years;
• availability of Russian citizenship or residence permit in the Russian Federation;
• absence of medical contraindications;
• successful completion of the final exam.

A medical examination is necessary to identify possible contraindications and restrictions on driving a moped. A license for a scooter will not be issued subject to a number of restrictions. These include:

• diseases of the endocrine system;
• epilepsy;
• motor dysfunctions;
• mental disorders;
• serious hearing and vision impairment;
• alcoholism and drug addiction.

At the initial stage of obtaining a license for a moped with an internal combustion engine volume of no more than 50 cubic meters, the candidate must collect the following documents:

1. Application on a special traffic police form (filled out according to the sample).
2. Identity card (passport).
3. Certificate from a psychiatric and drug treatment clinic.
4. Medical examination with a positive conclusion.
5. Two 3x4 photos.
6. Receipt for payment of state duty.

The exam itself is taken at the traffic police department. The first part is a test of theoretical material (traffic rules, assistance, design features of the vehicle, conflicts on the road). The verification is carried out in the form of testing.

Exam

The second is an assessment of driving skills. It includes two stages: a training ground and a populated area. Failure at any stage generally leads to failure to pass the license. As for retaking the test, this right can be exercised 7 days after the first failure. After passing all stages, the candidate can receive a license for a moped in paper or plastic form.