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| Virginia Scooter Laws
The ordinances pertaining to the operation of small scooters (or mopeds) on public roadways have actually been made less restrictive.
MOPED RULES / 50cc SCOOTERS
Mopeds are defined as every vehicle that travels
on not more than three wheels in contact with the
ground that has (1.) a seat that is no less than 24
inches in height, measured from the middle of the
seat perpendicular to the ground and (2.) a
gasoline, or hybrid motor that displaces less than
50 cubic centimeters.
While operating upon a public street or
highway the driver must obey all traffic
laws.
While operating a moped on the highway
the operator is required to ride as close as
practical to the right curb/edge of the
roadway.
All persons riding on a moped are
required to wear protective helmet and
safety glasses of a type approved by
Superintendent of State Police.
No Moped shall be driven on any
highway or public vehicular area faster
than 35mph or by any person under 16
years of age.
No moped shall be used to carry more
persons at one time than the number of
persons which were designed or
equipped.
When operating between the hours of
sunset and sunrise, it must be equipped
with a headlight and a red rear reflector
visible at night.
Anyone operating a moped faster than
35mph is considered to be operating a
motorcycle, which subjects the operator
to the same traffic laws that govern
motorcycles.
All operators are required to carry
some form of identification with them
at all times which includes their name,
address, and date of birth.
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