Scooter or moped: what's the difference?

What is a moped?

A moped is also often called a moped. A moped has a maximum speed of 45 kilometers per hour. It is common for a moped to be souped up so that it can go faster than 45 kilometers per hour. Although it is possible, it is not allowed. There is a speed limit on it for a reason. A moped has either a combustion engine of no more than 50cc or an electric motor with a maximum power of 4kW.

You must be at least 16 years old to ride a moped, In addition, you need a moped license (AM). Do you already have a car license? Then you may ride a moped with that as well. Wearing a helmet on a moped is mandatory. A moped always has a yellow license plate.

What is the difference between a scooter and a moped?

There is no difference between a moped and a scooter, because scooter is a collective name for all motorized two-wheelers. So a moped is basically the same as a scooter. In popular speech, however, the term "scooter" is more often used. A good example of this is a Vespa. A Vespa is really just a moped with a low entry level. Yet a Vespa is usually described by many people as a scooter.

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